Dr Greg Bran

Dr Greg Bran GBA London offers facial plastic surgeries which create beautiful, subtle aesthetics. Imagine results you’ll want to share, rather than hide.

08/04/2026

Subtle enhancements for women in their 40s...⁠
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When it comes to more specific tweaks, ageing often shows around the eyes, jawline, and mouth area 👁️👄 ⁠
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If you’re looking for a subtle refresh, options might include a laser treatment to rejuvenate your skin or a bit of Botox to smooth out crow’s feet and fine lines 💉🌟⁠
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Remember, each person’s needs and perceptions are unique... what seems like a small detail to me might be a big deal to you, and vice versa. ⁠
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Just like I notice details in my field that others might not, you might have your own unique preferences and concerns 🎨👂

07/04/2026

When I Say No To Buccal Fat Removal...⁠
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I recently saw a patient who asked me about a neck lift and some fat reduction. So, I asked her, “Do you go to the gym?” She laughed. Then, “Do you have a healthy diet?” More laughter. She got the point 😅⁠
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Here’s the thing... ⁠
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Some people naturally have low-set cheeks or early jowls due to their DNA, and they might truly benefit from a facelift or fat removal. ⁠
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But before jumping into surgery, it’s important to evaluate if what you really need is to focus on reducing calorie intake and upping your daily exercise 🏋️‍♀️🥗⁠
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However, if you’re young and have lost a significant amount of weight, the excess skin might not snap back on its own. In those cases, surgery could be a sensible option.⁠
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Be honest with yourself and your surgeon. That’s how we find the perfect solution to achieve your goals ✨

05/04/2026

Facelift & Forehead Reduction... can you combine them? 🤔⁠
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Yes, you can combine them, but it's a bit of a delicate dance.⁠
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Let me break it down...⁠
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A facelift focuses on everything from the jawline to the cheeks. Imagine placing your four fingers along your jaw and gently pushing upward this is what a deep plane facelift aims to achieve.

It lifts the cheeks, tightens the neck, and gives you a more defined jawline, bringing that youthful volume back where it belongs 🌟⁠
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Forehead reduction is all about moving the scalp forward... It's a different game altogether, addressing a receding hairline often caused by years of tight ponytails or just the natural ageing process 😇⁠
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While these are two separate procedures, one for lifting and tightening, the other for adjusting the hairline, they can be combined in some cases for a more rejuvenated look. It's all about what you need and what's best for your unique situation 🤩

03/04/2026

Cheek & Chin Implants... yay or nay? 🤔...⁠
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Cheek and chin implants have been around for 20-30 years, and there’s a reason for that, they work! 💯

These implants, usually made of silicone or gel, can be placed on your cheekbones, chin, or even along the jawline to enhance volume and projection.⁠
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Now, what’s projection?... Think of it like this... When Pinocchio lies, the projection of his nose increases. You can achieve something similar with your cheeks or chin if they’re a bit too flat 🦴⁠
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But before jumping into implants, why not try dermal fillers first?...

They offer a less permanent way to see if the look suits you. If you love the result, then you can consider going the surgical route with implants.

There are also surgical options like genioplasty, where the bone is repositioned for a similar effect.⁠
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Am I a fan?... If it’s right for you, I think it makes sense and can provide the support your genetics didn’t 👌

01/04/2026

Can your jade roller can tackle facial sagging? 🤔⁠...
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I recently had a patient ask me this, and my answer was... "If you can use pizza dough to defy gravity, then yes, a jade roller might help!" 🍕😄⁠
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While jade rollers won’t stop gravity from doing its thing, they do offer some benefits 🌟⁠
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Regular use promotes lymphatic drainage... which helps reduce puffiness and swelling by clearing out blocked lymphatic vessels. This can refine your face’s contour and reduce heaviness temporarily.⁠
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But don’t expect it to fix the vertical descent of your anatomy or stop ageing 🕰️ ...Think of it as a refreshing facial boost, not a miracle cure.

For long-term results, a comprehensive approach with professional treatments and good skincare is your best bet! 💆‍♂️💫

30/03/2026

Scar revisions on the face 🤔 ...⁠
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Great news... there are plenty of options available to improve the appearance of scars!

From laser treatments and micro needling to dermal abrasion, exosome injections, stem cell therapy, PRP, and even surgical excision, we have a range of techniques to consider 🏥✨⁠
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The key is understanding the story of your scar...

Is it a recent scar from just a few weeks ago, or something that's been there for years? ⏳📅

The age of the scar, your lifestyle, and individual factors all play a role in determining the best approach for revision.⁠
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Remember, while time might not be our ally in ageing, it's actually beneficial when it comes to scar healing... over time, scars naturally improve in appearance ⏳✨

29/03/2026

Does Your Nose Really Get Bigger with Age? 🤔👃...⁠
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You might have seen that classic photo comparison of a young man and an older man, showing a seemingly bigger nose with age 🤨 ⁠
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Your nose doesn’t actually grow over time. Instead, the structural support... comprising skin, ligaments, bones, and cartilage... weakens as we age. This weakening, combined with gravity, causes the nose to sag and the tip to droop 🚫 ⁠
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Just like your ears don’t grow with age, they just droop because the ear lobe’s stability decreases 👂... the same principle applies to your nose 👃⁠
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As we age, cheek volume decreases and the cheeks descend, contributing to the overall appearance of sagging and flattening in the mid-face area.⁠
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Understanding these natural changes can help manage expectations and consider potential cosmetic enhancements if desired ✨

27/03/2026

Facelift after having children...⁠
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I recently chatted with a young mother in her early 40s who joked, "Greg, I need a facelift!" ⁠
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We had a good laugh 😂 but I understood her point. Older parents often feel the toll of parenting more intensely. It’s like deciding to party hard every weekend in your 40s 🎉 ... and then working a full week.... Constant stress and sleep deprivation really take a toll on your face 😴⁠
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Being a parent in your 40s can make you feel like you need a facelift sooner. But the early parenting years, filled with sleepless nights and stress, aren't the best time for such decisions... Recovery is tougher in your 40s compared to your 20s⁠
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Once your kids are a bit older and you’ve had some time to take care of yourself, reassess where you stand. Interestingly, every time I visit my brother in Berlin 🇩🇪 I notice some parents in their 30s looking like they’re in their 40s. Why?... Because they partied too hard 🍻⁠
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Sleep deprivation, stress, and hard partying all show on your face. So, if you’re an older parent, a facelift might be on your radar sooner than you think 💆‍♀️

24/03/2026

Can DAO Botox make you age faster? 😬⁠
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Short answer... no… not if it’s done right.⁠
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The DAO muscle pulls the corners of your mouth downward.⁠
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Relaxing it with a little Botox can lift your expression and soften that “resting fed up” face.⁠
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But here’s the key… it has to be subtle.⁠
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Overdo it, and sure, things can look off. But when done properly, it won’t age you… it actually refreshes you.⁠
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It’s not about chasing trends… it’s about understanding anatomy. Less is more 💉👌

15/03/2026

Will skin-tightening ruin future facelift results? 😅⁠
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Radiofrequency, ultrasound, lasers… they won’t “ruin” your face or stop you from having a facelift later.⁠
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But... and this is the key... it depends how much was done. ⁠
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Too much heat, too often, too aggressively… and yeah, the tissue can get a bit tricky to work with.⁠
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So if a facelift might be in your future, just flag it with your surgeon. We can work around it... we just like to know what we’re dealing with 😉⁠
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No shame in non-surgical tweaks... just keep the big picture in mind ✨

12/03/2026

What can a facelift actually fix… and what can’t it? 🤔🪞

A facelift is very good at correcting structural changes in the face ✨

Things like... jowls, heaviness along the jawline, descended cheeks, marionette lines, and some fullness under the chin can often be improved by repositioning the deeper tissues of the face 🔄

In simple terms… we are lifting and repositioning what has descended with time ⏳

But there is an important limit...

A facelift does not change the quality of the skin itself ❌

Fine lines around the eyes 👀 vertical “barcode” lines around the lips 💋 or general skin texture don’t disappear with surgery... those usually respond better to treatments like Botox, lasers, or peels ✨🔬

In my Facelift Webinar, I explain these differences clearly so patients understand what surgery can do… and what it can’t 🤝

If you’re researching facelift surgery and want calm, honest guidance, you’re very welcome to join.

You can sign up to my free webinar via the link in my bio 👆✨

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