This report summarises responses to a call for evidence issued as
part of NHS Medical Director Sir Bruce Keogh’s review of the regulation
of cosmetic interventions. Many respondents felt that: training
requirements were disproportionately weak; there is a lack of data being
collected on implants, procedures, adverse incidents and outcomes; and
there are some procedures where legislation is insufficient to protect
the public. Suggestions welcomed by respondents included: the banning of
free consultations for cosmetic surgery; tighter restrictions on
advertising, including the banning of offers on procedures; and better
patient information on the potential risks and side-effects of cosmetic
procedures.
