Feeling good in your own body will be possible with the extra help that will help you regain your self-confidence. What if you decide to have that liposuction you want so much or reduce those extra measurements that don't allow you to be fully yourself? Your dream body, we make it come true!
BODY CONTOURING
WHAT IS IT BODY CONTOURING?
Body contouring involves various procedures to address massive weight loss patients’ unique needs. After massive weight loss, many patients have excess skin and fat that may benefit from removal to improve their body contour.
PROCEDURE
Massive weight loss patients may be candidates for several body contouring procedures depending on their concerns. If safe, some may be combined, while others may require staging with multiple surgeries.
RECOVERY
The recovery depends on the surgeries chosen for the patient.
RESULTS
Massive weight loss patients notice changes in their body contour immediately after the surgery as they have removed a large portion of their skin.
LIPOSUCTION $4,500 – $8,750
WHAT IS IT LIPOSUCTION?
Liposuction removes excess fat from unwanted areas through a suction cannula. This technique improves the physical appearance to achieve a more ideal shape.
PROCEDURE
Liposuction is done under general anesthesia; it usually takes between 1 and 2 hours, depending on the areas to be treated. Small incisions are made in discrete locations so that excess fat may be removed through a cannula.
RECOVERY
Recovery usually takes about one week. After such a period, the patient may still show some swelling and bruises. Patients must wear a compressive garment for about a month after surgery. Other techniques such as lymphatic massage may also be used.
RESULTS
Liposuction is a remarkably efficient technique to create an improved body contour. The results are permanent if healthy habits such as a balanced diet and regular exercise are continued.
COST
The cost of liposuction may change depending on each patient’s needs. It usually ranges between $4,500 and $8,750.
TUMMY TUCK – $7,000 – $14,000,
WHAT IS IT ABDOMINOPLASTY (TUMMY TUCK)?
Abdominoplasty is a procedure in which excess skin and fat are removed from the abdomen due to weight changes, pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Such surgery outcomes generate great satisfaction among patients, given the differences in body contour and increased self-esteem.
PROCEDURE
A linear incision is made in the lower part of the abdomen, which may be easily hidden behind the underwear or bathing suit. Excess fat and sagging skin from the surrounding area are removed through such incisions.
RECOVERY
The patient must rest during the first two weeks after the surgery. During the recovery, it is necessary to take little walks during the day and to sleep on their backs to have an optimal recovery.
RESULTS
Abdominoplasty results are immediate and long-lasting. Swelling may last up to six weeks, but the body contour keeps improving as the swelling fades away.
COST
The cost of abdominoplasty may vary depending on each patient’s needs. It usually ranges between $7,000 and $14,000.
BRACHIOPLASTY $8,000
WHAT IS IT BRACHIOPLASTY?
Brachioplasty, also known as arm lift, is an aesthetic surgery to improve the under portion of the upper arms by removing excess fat and skin.
PROCEDURE
The surgery consists of an incision on the inside of the upper arm to remove excess skin and fat. The incision is placed where it will be relatively well hidden. This procedure usually takes about 2 hours and is done under general anesthesia.
RECOVERY
During the first days after Brachioplasty surgery, it is normal for patients to show increased sensibility and swelling in the arms, decreasing over time. Regular everyday activities may be resumed after approximately two weeks.
RESULTS
The results of Brachioplasty are most evident after the swelling improves in 4-6 weeks.
COST
The cost of Brachioplasty may vary depending on each patient’s needs. It is usually around $8,000.
THIGH LIFT $10,000
WHAT IS IT THIGH LIFT?
A thigh lift is a surgical procedure that removes excess loose skin and fat to firm and tone the upper leg, generally due to a significant weight loss.
PROCEDURE
In thigh lift surgery, an incision in placed on the inside of the thigh where excess skin and fat are removed to achieve more aesthetically attractive upper legs.
RECOVERY
After the surgery, there is usually swelling that progressively fades away over approximately three weeks. Patients may usually resume everyday activities after 1-2 weeks, avoiding any tremendous physical effort.
RESULTS
This procedure improves thigh shape. Results are long-lasting and best appreciated after swelling resolves in 4-6 weeks.
COST
The cost of a thigh lift may vary, depending on each patient’s needs. But it is usually around $10,000.
BRAZILIAN BUTT LIFT $9,500
WHAT IS IT BRAZILIAN BUTT LIFT?
Lipotransfer, also known as BBL, is a surgery that combines liposuction with buttock augmentation, as fat from the same patient is transferred to the buttocks.
PROCEDURE
The surgery removes fat through liposuction from different areas, depending on each patient’s needs. Fat is usually transferred from the abdomen, the back, or the thighs, to the buttocks, thus, achieving a curvier figure.
RECOVERY
Moderate rest is suggested after the surgery, for the first days after surgery. The patient must avoid sleeping on her buttocks. The patient may resume activities after three weeks.
RESULTS
Changes are visible immediately, but the final results will only appear 6 and 12 weeks after the surgery.
COST
The cost of BBL may vary depending on each patient’s needs. But it is usually around $9,500.