MUMMY MAKEOVERS

simply become a better improved version of you,” he explains. “It doesn’t take much expertise to create large breasts, a tight facial appearance or very high double eyelids. However, this ‘operated’ look is slowly falling out of favour. It is technically more difficult to achieve an ‘improved normal’, where the patient looks more beautiful and rejuvenated but people are unsure if they’ve really had surgery. This also helps to remove barriers for patients who may want some surgical work without the ‘done’ look,” he adds. “Breast reconstruction after breast cancer is one of the most meaningful work I do. The patient is often devastated after the diagnosis, and has to go through the removal of her breast(s). This changes her appearance and negatively impacts her psyche. It is a blessing to help her reconstruct her breast and restore her natural appearance,” he shares. “Breast augmentation can be very rewarding as well because it helps the patient improve their self-esteem and live life to the fullest.”

Dr Ho is well known for his post-pregnancy mummy makeovers as well. “I have a beautiful wife who has given me two beautiful children, so I have profound respect for all mothers. It is unfortunate that some experience ‘side effects’ from such a great act of love—stretch marks, wrinkly tummy skin, tummy bulges and saggy breasts after breastfeeding. I get a lot of satisfaction from helping these mummies attain their pre-pregnancy state,” he shares. With Dr Ho, it is always about empowering women, and helping them enhance and embrace their beauty. It is little wonder that in less than a decade, the “accidental” plastic surgeon has become one of the most highly sought-after and respected experts in Singapore.