Plastic Surgery Clinics Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Best Apply for patients with a BMI under 30. Length : Anesthesia: In our practice the procedure is typically performed under epidural regional block plus intravenous sedation . Inpatient/Outpatient: Either inpatient or outpatient depending on the preference of the surgeon and recovery evolution. Possible Side Effects: Mild, temporary discomfort, mild to moderate swelling, a change in nipple sensation (either increased or decreased), and temporary bruising. Risks: Either one breast implant or both may need to be removed and/or replaced to treat problems including: implant rupture, the formation of scar tissue around the implant (capsular contracture), bleeding and/or infection or fluid accumulation. Insurance : Most cosmetic surgery procedures are considered elective and therefore not covered under medical insurance. Because complications may occur even with the most qualified surgeon, In DR you can acquired as an extra cost, an insurance with limited coverage for eventualities in  first 30 days post-op. Recovery: The patient can return to work within a few days. She should avoid any physical contact with her breasts (excluding her bra) for approximately three to four weeks. Results: The overall effect is enhancement of breast size for improved appearance. Visiting us : You must visit our office for the pre-op. evaluation 2 days before the surgical day ( if traveling from USA / America ) or  4 days (if traveling from Europe) and stay in DR for at least 10 days for follow up.

Best Apply for patients with a BMI under 30. Length : Liposuction works by surgically removing excess fat with a suction device resulting in improved contours in the desired area. There are several techniques commonly used including the "Traditional Technique". In our practice, we also use the Power Assisted (micro aire) Liposuction or PAL. Length: One to two hours or more. Anesthesia: In our practice normally It is performed under epidural regional nerve block, plus intravenous sedation. Out-Inpatient: This is an inpatient procedure dependent of the volume aspirated. Possible Side Effects: Temporary bruising, swelling, numbness, soreness or burning sensations. Risks: Infection, asymmetry, rippling of the skin, pigmentation changes (hypo/hyper), injury to the skin, fluid retention and/or excessive loss of blood and fluids. Recovery: The patient usually returns to work after five to fourteen days. Pain, bruising, and swelling after the procedure is normal, and will typically subside within several weeks. You will likely need to wear a special compression garment for eight weeks to provide support minimize swelling, and help the skin conform to the new contours of the body. Results: The effect is permanent and must be augmented with a sensible diet and consistent exercise. Insurance: Visiting us: The cost reflected this item refers to liposuction more than two body areas. You must visit our office for the pre-op. evaluation 2 days before the surgical day (if traveling from USA / America) or 4 days (if traveling from Europe) and stay in DR for at least 12 days for follow up.  

Augmentation surgery and breast reduction are some of the cosmetic procedures that have the highest levels of satisfaction in patients. To achieve this, it is important that the plastic surgeon will be able to decide from the preoperative implant options in size, shape and site (submuscular or subglandular) that suits the patient.In the pre-surgery breast augmentation consultation it is shown by placing testers under the clothes, the approximate result that will get the person with the implant. This displays the new size of the breast to check that make harmony with your body shape, lifestyle and expectations.The prosthesis can be placed through various techniques; incision around the areola, through an incision at the armpit or the inframammary crease. Regardless of what might be the choice, the scar won't exceed four centimeters. There are two sites to locate the silicone implant, muscle tissue below or above this, leaving covered by breast glandular tissue. The choice depends on the characteristics of your breasts.Anesthesia:The breast augmentation surgery is done under regional or general anesthesia in most cases, depending on patient’s condition, taking less than two hours duration. The patient can return to work activities by the third day following the recommendations given by the doctor.

Liposuction or Liposculture is the surgical aspiration of fat located below the skin surface. In recent years, liposuction has been the most popular surgical procedure. With this procedure you will improve those areas with unwanted fat, which is difficult to disappear only with diet or exercise. The results are evident almost immediately; they constitute a great advantage when compared with other treatments for fat reduction. In addition, being such a notorious change not only for you, also for others, it motivates you to keep your figure and maintain your weight loss. The results of liposuction will be even greater if after you do the surgery you follow the dietary recommendations of the specialist and do physical activities regularly.Complementing the extraction of adipose tissue, it can be reinjected fat obtained from liposuction in areas with volume loss as the buttocks or evidence of aging as the face. This practice is known as (Autologous Fat Transfer) and gives excellent results in the short and long term.NOTA: A la Lipoinyección en Estados Unidos se le dice: Autologous Fat Transfer.Depending on the extent of the area to be treated, the procedure can be done under local anesthesia and sedation or regional anesthesia. No blood transfusion or hospitalization is required. The patient must wear a special elastic support for three months after surgery and attend sessions of lymphatic drainage and appliances for a speedy recovery and return to daily activities. In addition, we can perform abdominoplasty or tummy tuck, which will result in an ideal body shape in patients with impaired sagging skin or muscle weakness in the abdominal region.Anesthesia:The surgery is performed under general anesthesia. This allows the patient does not feel any discomfort or pain during the procedure. The duration of surgery is on average two hours, it requires two days of hospitalization.