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justxploring — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 16:40:52 GMT

I really don't think this is a bad idea as long as the quality of the work is the same as what a person would normally get from a surgeon. I wish someone would hold a dental lottery. I need implants, but not the kind that will fill my sweater. Still, everyone has the right to participate in whatever type of lottery or raffle he/she wants.

Doctors condemn plastic surgery lottery

Lottery Post — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 16:30:00 GMT

British surgeons have condemned a plastic surgery lottery that offers winners money for face lifts, breast enlargements, and tummy tucks.

London-based Europa International is running what is thought to be the world's first lottery for cosmetic surgery.

For the price of 1.50 (US$2.90) text message or phone call, winners of the monthly draw will receive 6,000 pounds toward the cost of the surgery of their choice.

John Babbage, the co-founder of Europa International, said it is not much... [ More ]