Mini Abdominoplasty Americas

This procedure is done under Caudal Block or General anaesthesia. I like to mantain this patients at the Clinic for a couple days. In this procedure the goal is reduce the abdomen and adjust the muscular girdle. In some cases a Liposuction around the area is performed. The navel is fixed in the new position. A large amount of skin and fat are removed and all the stretch marks, below the navel, will be gone.

Best Apply for patients with a BMI under 30. Length :   Improves the appearance of the abdominal area. Procedure: A mini abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) is limited to supra-pubic skin removal (skin above the pubic area) and fat removal using liposuction Length: One to two hours. Anesthesia:  In our practice the procedure is typically performed under epidural regional block plus intravenous sedation,  but can be performed under general or local anesthesia with sedation. Inpatient/Outpatient: Either. Possible Side Effects: Temporary discomfort,post-operative swelling, soreness or tenderness in the surrounding areas, numbness of abdominal skin and bruising. 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 an insurance with limited coverage for eventualities in first 30 days postop. Recovery : The same attention should be taken as for a general or gynecological surgery seven to ten days of post-operative care. Elastic compression of the abdomen must be used for four weeks. Results : The result will last many years, unless the patient gains weight or becomes pregnant. 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 12 days for follow up.

Best Apply for patients with a BMI under 30. Length : Anesthesia: In our practice normally It is performed under epidural regional nerve block plus intravenous sedation.  Inpatient/Outpatient: This is an inpatient procedure Possible Side Effects: Temporary discomfort, low back pain, post-operative swelling, soreness or tenderness in the surrounding areas, numbness of abdominal skin and bruising. Risks: Infection, bleeding under the skin flap or at the incision site, pulmonary embolism (a blood clot that travels to the lung), scarring (keloids), delayed healing, or the need for a second revisionary operation are potential risks, enlargement of the scar. 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 an insurance with limited coverage for eventualities in  first 30 days pos-op. Recovery: The patient may return to work within two to four weeks and  activity  more strenuous after approximately four to six weeks. Scars should fade and flatten anywhere from three months to one year after surgery. Patients are asked to wear a body girdle for at least eight weeks. 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 14 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.