Mr Paul Wilson BDS, MB ChB, FDS RCS, FRCS(Ed), FRCS(Plast)

He is Founder and Lead Surgeon of Paul Wilson Aesthetics, Owner and Director of Northwood Hospital in Bristol, and is listed on both the UK and Republic of Ireland GMC Specialist Registers.

His career combines dual qualifications in dentistry and medicine, advanced fellowship training in Australia, NHS consultant leadership, humanitarian reconstructive surgery and over three decades of experience treating both reconstructive and aesthetic patients.

Education and Qualifications

Mr Wilson first qualified in Dentistry from Liverpool Dental School in 1988, receiving the ICI Prize for Excellence in Oral Surgery and Medicine.
He subsequently completed postgraduate maxillofacial training and obtained the Fellowship in Dental Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 1992.

He graduated from Leicester Medical School in 1996, achieving a Merit in Surgery, before embarking on higher surgical training.
His qualifications include:

• BDS, University of Liverpool (1988)
• FDS RCS (Edinburgh) (1992)
• MB ChB, University of Leicester (1996)
• FRCS (Edinburgh) (2000)
• FRCS(Plast) (2007)
• Advanced Plastic Surgery Fellowship, Perth, Western Australia (2008-2009)

His unique background in dentistry, medicine, maxillofacial surgery and plastic surgery provides a particularly strong understanding of facial anatomy and aesthetics.

Consultant Plastic Surgeon Since 2010

Mr Wilson was appointed Consultant Plastic Surgeon in 2010.

He served North Bristol NHS Trust from 2010 to 2022 and continues to work as a Bank Consultant Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Southmead Hospital, Bristol.

His NHS practice included:

• Microsurgery
• Facial reconstruction
• Head and neck surgery
• Skin cancer surgery
• Trauma and hand surgery
• Facial reanimation
• Thoracic reconstruction
• Soft tissue sarcoma surgery

He served as:

• Clinical Lead for the Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma Service
• MDT Lead
• Chair of the West of England Sarcoma Network Site Specific Group

Between 2010 and 2022, he led one of the busiest sarcoma reconstruction services in the region.

Rhinoplasty and Facial Surgery Expertise

Rhinoplasty is Mr Wilson’s principal aesthetic interest.

His experience in head and neck surgery, facial reconstruction and maxillofacial surgery gives him a detailed understanding of nasal anatomy and facial harmony.

He performs:

• Primary Rhinoplasty
• Revision Rhinoplasty
• Functional Rhinoplasty
• Structural Rhinoplasty
• Preservation Rhinoplasty
• Nasal Reconstruction

He currently performs up to five rhinoplasty procedures each week.

He also has extensive experience in:

• Deep Plane Facelift
• Neck Lift
• Blepharoplasty
• Brow Lift
• Hairline Lowering Surgery
• Lip Lift
• Facial Implants
• Revision Facial Surgery

Breast and Body Aesthetic Surgery

Mr Wilson performs a broad range of breast and body procedures including:

• Breast Surgery
• Breast Augmentation
• Breast Lift
• Breast Reduction
• Augmentation Mastopexy
• Fat Transfer to the Breast
• Gynaecomastia Surgery
• Revision Breast Surgery

Body Contouring

• Tummy Tuck
• Liposuction
• VASER Liposuction
• Brachioplasty
• Thigh Lift
• Lower Body Lift
• Bra-Line Back Lift
• Revision Body Contouring Surgery

Editorial Leadership and Academic Contribution

In addition to his clinical practice, Mr Wilson has made significant contributions to the advancement of aesthetic plastic surgery through his editorial and professional leadership.

As a former Council Member of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS), Mr Wilson served as joint Editor of the landmark 2025 Aesthetic Surgery Journal supplement, “The Medical and Health Benefits of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery,” published by Oxford University Press on behalf of BAAPS.

This peer-reviewed publication brings together leading international evidence demonstrating the functional, psychological and quality-of-life benefits of aesthetic plastic surgery. As Editor, Mr Wilson oversaw the development and publication of this important supplement, reflecting his commitment to evidence-based practice and the highest standards of patient care.

Mr Wilson continues to support the profession as an Honorary Advisor to BAAPS, remaining actively involved in promoting education, research and clinical excellence within aesthetic plastic surgery.

Featured Publication

The Medical and Health Benefits of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
Aesthetic Surgery Journal (Oxford University Press), 2025

Humanitarian Facial Reconstruction in Ethiopia

Mr Wilson has travelled to Ethiopia on four occasions with the charity Facing Africa.

Working alongside international teams, he treated patients suffering from noma, a devastating condition causing severe facial destruction.

These complex cases involved:

• Microvascular free flap reconstruction
• Submental artery flaps
• Total nasal reconstruction
• Rib graft reconstruction
• Facial soft tissue reconstruction

His work helped restore both function and appearance to adults and children with life-altering deformities.

Commitment to Quality and Patient Safety

Mr Wilson believes that continuous auditing and evidence-based practice are essential.

He:

• Contributes outcome data to the BAAPS annual audit
• Runs a local aesthetic MDT and audit group
• Undertakes regular CPD and international education
• Frequently provides second opinions and revision surgery consultations

His philosophy centres around:

• Natural-looking results
• Honest advice
• Individualised treatment plans
• Consultant-led care
• Long-term patient relationships

Professional Memberships

Mr Wilson is a member of:

• British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (BAAPS)
• British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons (BAPRAS)
• International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS)
• UKAAPS / CAPSCO
• Rhinoplasty Society of Europe
• British Society of Rhinoplasty Surgery
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
• European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery
• British Medical Association
• Academy of Experts
• Expert Witness Institute
• Medico-Legal Society

Research, Publications and Teaching

Mr Wilson has delivered national and international presentations throughout his career and has published work in plastic surgery and reconstructive surgery.

He maintains a strong interest in evidence-based medicine and supports the growing body of research demonstrating the physical and psychological benefits of aesthetic surgery.

He remains actively involved in education, professional development and maintaining the highest standards of surgical practice.

Current Practice Locations

Mr Wilson currently practises privately at:

• Northwood Hospital, Bristol
• Wood MediSpa, Devon
• St Joseph’s Hospital, Newport
• The London Welbeck Hospital, London

Why Patients Choose Mr Paul Wilson

Patients travel from Bristol and throughout the UK to seek treatment from Mr Wilson because of his extensive experience, consultant-led approach and commitment to natural, bespoke outcomes.

Combining over 35 years of surgical experience, dual qualifications in dentistry and medicine, advanced fellowship training, NHS consultant leadership, humanitarian reconstructive work and a special interest in rhinoplasty and facial surgery, Mr Paul Wilson is recognised as one of the United Kingdom’s most experienced Consultant Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons.

GMC Number: 4287993