References & Evidence
The bodies and sources our guidance draws on.
Our guidance draws on recognised UK regulators, professional associations and the surgical literature, including:
- General Medical Council (GMC) — the Specialist Register and standards of practice.
- British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS).
- British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS).
- Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the equivalent regulators in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
- Peer-reviewed plastic surgery literature on facelift technique, anatomy and outcomes.
ⓘ Good to know
This page lists the categories of source we rely on. For decisions about your own care, always consult a qualified surgeon, who can apply current evidence to your individual situation.