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Welcome to MPS | Leading Plastic Surgery Practice based at The Pines Hospital, Manchester. Mr James Murphy
Mr Benjamin Baker
Mr Christopher Jones

Specialists in natural enhancements including breast, mummy makeover and facial rejuvenation surgeries. MPS is a leading Plastic Surgery Clinic based in Manchester. Specialists in Mummy Makeover, Breast Augmentation and Rhinoplasty Surgery. Manchester Plastic Surgery (MPS) is led by Award-Winning Surgeon, Mr James Murphy, voted "Best for Tummies" by Tatler Magazine. This exceptionally high standard is upheld across the clinic through a team of highly experienced Surgeons offering a range of facial rejuvenation treatments such as eyelid surgery, neck lifts and face lifts. Based in Manchester's exclusive Cosmetic Surgery Hospital, The Pines, patients can expect exceptional care and experience from start to finish. We focus on delivering natural enhancements for superior results every time and are proud to offer Motiva® Breast Implants.

01/12/2025

❓ What are the two biggest reasons people feel disappointed after rhinoplasty?

1) Misaligned expectations

Not understanding the real timeline. The splint-off moment is early. Swelling, especially in the tip, hides definition for weeks to months. If you expected “finished” in a fortnight, disappointment follows.

2) Misaligned plan

Choosing a plan that does not fit your face or your function. If breathing issues were not addressed, or the aesthetic target did not match your anatomy, the result can feel wrong even if the surgery went smoothly.

How we prevent this at MPS 👇

• Specialist rhinoplasty surgeon assessment focussing on function first
• In-house 3D imaging to set a likely range, not a promise
• Clear, calm timelines from week 1 to month 12

Thinking about rhinoplasty in Manchester and want a plan that fits your face, your breathing and your timeline?

Book a free consultation with our BAAPS specialist team.

24/11/2025

Before rhinoplasty, Dr Jim Murphy’s three non-negotiables are simple and patient first:

1. Evidence of specialisation. Rhinoplasty is complex. Choose a surgeon who focuses on noses with extensive experience.

2. 3D imaging in clinic. It is a powerful way to align expectations and show a likely range before surgery.

3. Personal rapport. You should feel understood and confident they can deliver safely and reliably.

If those three are not in place, do not proceed.

Want a calm, specialist-led consult with in-house 3D imaging in Manchester? Book a free consultation with our BAAPS team.

19/11/2025

❓ Mini tummy tuck or full tummy tuck?
In Dr Jim Murphy’s words, it depends on what needs fixing.

Mini abdominoplasty:

Good for a small apron of loose skin mainly below the belly button. Limited tightening, usually no muscle repair. Shorter scar and recovery, but it only solves a small problem.

Full abdominoplasty:

Treats skin above and below the belly button and allows muscle repair if there is diastasis after pregnancy or weight change.
Yes, the scar is longer and recovery is slower, but the improvement is broader and more predictable.

📍 Why patients get stuck: many hope a mini will avoid a longer scar, but if the issue is higher laxity or muscle separation, a mini can leave you underwhelmed.

The right choice comes from an examination of skin quality, stretch mark level, muscle gap and belly-button position, plus a steady weight and timing that fits family plans - something your surgeon will support you with making the right decisions on.

Want a clear plan for your body in Manchester? Book a free consultation with our BAAPS specialist team.

17/11/2025

8 years with implants? Time to check in - here’s why 👇

Why now?

• Implants are medical devices, not lifetime parts
• Subtle changes can creep in without pain
• Imaging can spot silent issues early

What do we look for?

• Shape, softness and symmetry
• Signs of capsular contracture or rippling
• Any size change or new tightness
• Your comfort and confidence day to day

What happens at our Breast Implant Check Up?

• Review of your implant details and history
• Examination of breast support, scars and sensation
• Ultrasound or MRI arranged when appropriate
• A clear plan for follow up or replacement if needed

What’s a good rule of thumb?

If your implants are 8 years or older, or you notice any change, book a review. Peace of mind comes from a plan, not guesswork.

Book your Breast Implant Check Up in Manchester with our BAAPS specialist team.

13/11/2025

Often we find December is when the world softens its pace, which makes recovery kinder.

If you’re interested in seeing if a December surgery date works for you, you’re welcome to book in a free consultation where we will map a timeline that works for your family, your work and your energy.

All consultations are with one of our 3 BAAPS surgeons on the GMC Specialist Register for Plastic Surgery.

12/11/2025

❓ Does everyone want a tiny nose after rhinoplasty?

Not at all. In Dr Jim Murphy’s words, most patients want balance, not the smallest nose possible. The goal is a nose that fits your face and lets you breathe well. For some that means softening a dorsal hump; for others it is straightening, supporting the middle third with spreader grafts, or refining the tip without losing character. Heritage features and profile harmony matter as much as millimetres.

How we approach it in Manchester:

• Function first, then form, so airflow is protected
• Measurements and photography to plan proportions
• 3D imaging to explore a range of natural outcomes
• Honest timelines, because the tip settles last

If you are thinking about rhinoplasty and want a result that looks like you, only more balanced, book a free consultation in Manchester and talk it through with our BAAPS specialist team.

11/11/2025

Rhinoplasty before and after - Here’s what this looks like to us👇

This patient had an open rhinoplasty with a natural, balanced outcome.

She had a dorsal hump removed, gentle bilateral nasal fractures to straighten the bridge, and spreader grafts to support the middle third and protect airflow.

As you can see in the after picture, the tip was refined and slightly elevated with precise sutures. No tip grafts were needed. And her recovery was uneventful!

Two notes that help set expectations: early definition appears once the splint comes off, while tip refinement continues over several months. Breathing support we’ve brought in from the spreader grafts is designed to last.

Thinking about rhinoplasty in Manchester and want a plan that respects both function and form? It’s what we specialise in: Book a free consultation with our BAAPS specialist team.

10/11/2025

❌ Myth: Pregnancy after abdominoplasty is unsafe.
✅ Fact: A future pregnancy does not endanger the baby. Your abdominal wall and skin can stretch normally.

What changes:

• Results may soften as tissues stretch again
• Some women consider a touch up later
• Core strength work in pregnancy and postpartum still matters

Best timing

• Plan surgery when weight is steady
• Ideally when your family is complete
• Leave space for recovery before trying to conceive

What to ask in your consult

• How muscle repair affects future pregnancies
• What a realistic “post-pregnancy” result looks like
• If and when revision could make sense

Want a personal timeline for abdominoplasty and family plans in Manchester? Book a free consultation with our BAAPS specialist team.

07/11/2025

Curious what the 2024 BAAPS report says about cosmetic surgery in the UK?

Here’s the gist in plain English:

• The numbers are up again. 2024 saw 27,462 cosmetic surgery procedures in the UK, about a 5% rise year on year.
• Women made up the vast majority, with roughly 25,600 procedures.
• Most in-demand for women: breast augmentation, breast reduction and abdominoplasty. Lifts had a moment too, with brow and thigh lifts climbing.
• For men, rhinoplasty led the pack, followed by eyelid surgery and male breast reduction.

What does that mean for you in Manchester? Popular does not mean right for everyone.

The safest path is still always a calm, specialist-led consultation where we talk through goals, risks and recovery, and make a plan that fits your life.

At MPS, your care is led by surgeons on the GMC Specialist Register for Plastic Surgery and, more importantly, full BAAPS members.

If you’re interested in exploring cosmetic surgery options, book a free consultation in Manchester and let’s chat.

06/11/2025

❓ What to expect after rhinoplasty, without the surprises:

(And if you book a free consultation with us in Manchester, we’ll get into every other question you might have too).

The first week is about rest and protection. A small splint usually stays on for around 7 days, bruising fades over 1 to 2 weeks, and breathing can feel blocked like a heavy cold. That is normal and it passes.

By weeks 2 to 3 most people feel ready for light work and gentle social time, but the tip stays puffy for longer. Initial swelling settles within weeks, while the finer definition refines across the year. Patience pays off here.

Practical notes that help: avoid glasses pressing on the bridge for about 4 to 6 weeks, keep activity light at first, and build back to exercise over 4 to 6 weeks with your surgeon’s sign off. We’ll go through all of this with you in your consultation, pre-surgery and make sure you’re really clear on what recovery looks like in the weeks that follow too.

Big picture: most swelling peaks in the first 72 hours, then eases; your nose keeps improving for months, with final results often around 12 months.

If you want a clear, personal roadmap for recovery and results in Manchester, book a free consultation and speak with our rhinoplasty team. It’s something our surgery specialises in, so you’re very much in safe hands.

05/11/2025

❓ How soon will I see my rhinoplasty results

In Dr Jim Murphy’s words, it depends on your starting point and your goal.

If your main concern is the dorsal hump:

When the splint comes off around one week, many people see that the bump is gone and the profile is straight. It is a powerful moment. There is still swelling, but you can already meet your new nose.

If your focus is the tip or subtle refinements:

This journey is slower. Early swelling hides fine work, and definition appears over several weeks to months. Patience matters. The tip is the last to settle.
We map this timeline in your consultation so you know what to expect at week 1, month 1 and beyond.

If you want a clear, personal plan with a rhinoplasty subspecialist in Manchester, book a free consultation with our team.

04/11/2025

Facelift before and after 👉

This result was achieved with a full extended SMAS flap facelift and lateral platysmaplasty, plus liposuction to the neck and jowl. No structural fat grafting was required.

The extended SMAS lifts and supports the deeper facial layer for a natural midface and jawline, lateral platysmaplasty tightens the sides of the neck to address banding, and targeted liposuction refines contour under the chin.

This patients’ recovery was uneventful under our standard aftercare pathway.

If you are exploring facelift options in or around Manchester and want a plan tailored to your features and goals, book a free consultation with our BAAPS specialist team.

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192 Altrincham Road, The Pines Hospital
Manchester
M224RZ

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Website

https://www.manchesterplasticsurgery.com/

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