Danniella Westbrook Emerges After Major Facial Reconstructive Surgery
British actress Danniella Westbrook has been photographed leaving a hospital in Dubai, appearing almost unrecognisable following another extensive facial reconstructive procedure. The 52-year-old former EastEnders star’s face was swollen and tightly wrapped in compression garments, highlighting the intensity of her latest operation.
The surgery, performed at Gargash Hospital by long-time surgeon Parviz Sadigh, included a full face, neck, and brow lift, along with lip and nose reconstruction. Westbrook shared her gratitude for Dr. Sadigh on social media, praising his skill and care. Images from before the procedure show her preparing for what was described as a lengthy and demanding operation, while post-surgery pictures show her leaving the hospital in a pink dress, assisted by medical staff in a wheelchair.
This procedure is part of a long-term recovery journey that began years ago. Westbrook’s past struggles with cocaine addiction caused severe nasal and facial damage, including a collapsed septum, which led to multiple reconstructive surgeries. In 2023, she traveled to Turkey for facial interventions including thread lifts, fat grafting, and jawline reshaping, while last summer she underwent a major nasal reconstruction using rib cartilage.
Westbrook’s most recent surgery aims to stabilize and refine prior work, supporting weakened facial structures and improving both function and appearance. Medical experts note that when addressing severe structural damage, multiple staged procedures over several years are often required. Full recovery can take up to nine months, with swelling and bruising normal in the early stages.
Her health journey has also impacted her career. Westbrook recently had to withdraw from filming a comeback movie, Tales From The Trap, due to ongoing respiratory issues linked to her septal damage. Despite the setback, she has expressed a commitment to rebuilding her face for health, confidence, and a return to acting, emphasizing that her reconstruction is about reclaiming life, not just appearance.
Westbrook’s story is a testament to resilience, recovery, and long-term healing. From her early fame on EastEnders to reality TV appearances on Celebrity Big Brother, I’m A Celebrity… Get
Me Out of Here!, and Dancing On Ice, she has faced public scrutiny while navigating serious health challenges.
Her journey reflects the lasting consequences of addiction and the dedication required to rebuild physically and emotionally.
As she continues to recover, the swelling seen this week is just one moment in a much longer, ongoing process of healing and restoration.
Fans and followers are encouraged to focus on her health and progress, rather than temporary appearance changes.
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