FIGURA
COSMETIC TOURISM
PLASTIC SURGERY
Let your dreams blossom
Summary
time in surgery
2 - 3 Hours
anesthesia
General Anesthesia
TIME IN COLOMBIA
1 - 2 weeks
Back to work
Two days after you get back from your trip to Colombia
typical recovery
6 - 8 weeks
Overview
The breast lift procedure, also known as mastopexy, is typically recommended for women who are generally happy with the size of their breasts but desire a more youthful shape, texture, and contour. Sagging skin and drooping (ptosis) of the breasts are very common and can occur during the natural aging process, after pregnancy, or following weight loss. The surgery may involve repositioning the areola (the dark skin surrounding the nipple) and nipple, as well as lifting the breast tissue and removing the skin. It can also reduce the size of the areola. A Breast Lift procedure can be carried out alone or in combination with the placement of breast implants in women whose breast volume needs to be enhanced or restored.
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There are different techniques used to remove breast skin and reshape breast tissue. The specific technique your plastic surgeon chooses will determine the location of the cuts (incisions) and the resulting scars. There are three types of incisions, around the areolae, extending downward from the areolae to the breast creases, or horizontally along the breast creases. (This will be discussed in detail during your consultation with one of our surgeons.
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Ideal candidate for Breast Lift Surgery
If you see that your breasts sag (they've lost shape and volume, or they've gotten flatter and longer), your nipples fall below your breast creases when your breasts aren't supported, your nipples and areolae point downward, your areolae have stretched out of proportion to your breasts and/or one of your breasts falls lower than the other.
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What should I do Before my Surgery?
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The time leading up to your surgery is very important. To get an excellent result from your plastic surgery procedure, there are some checkboxes you'll want to tick leading up to your procedure.
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Get the lab tests our surgeon instructs, fill out the paperwork we send you, and pay for insurance coverage.
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STOP SMOKING! WE MEAN IT! By restricting blood vessels, nicotine decreases the blood flow throughout your body. Plastic surgery is extremely delicate, and your blood vessels play a significant role in the results. If they are restricted, the results are compromised.
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Avoid taking aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, and herbal supplements as they can increase bleeding.
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As you prepare for surgery, the healthier the foods you eat, the better. Eating foods that are full of vitamins and minerals and that are excellent sources of fiber will help you heal more quickly after the surgery.
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If you drink, please limit your alcohol intake. Please stop drinking altogether 2 weeks prior to surgery.
Included in our Prices
Surgeon Fees
Medical expert and specialist fees
Accomodation
Recover in one of our suites
Chef
A selection of healthy delicious, nutritious meals.
Post Op Services
10 Post-op lymphatic drainage massages, and anything else you need during your recuperation
Facilities Fees
Medical facility fees
Travel Companion
Translator, BFF, assistant and anything else you need during your trip
Medical Exams
COVID Test and all medical exams in Colombia
Insurance
Comprehensive insurance for your procedure
Supplies & Medicine
Implants and medications for after surgery.
Transportation
Airport and appointment transportation
Post Op Garments
2 Post-surgical compression garments, BBL cushion,, abdominal board etc.
24/7 Nurse
24/7 access to our team of nurses and vital sign monitoring
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After Surgery
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What happens after Surgery?
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The first night after surgery, you will experience temporary swelling, bruising, pain, tightness, and numbness in the areas where surgery was performed. The first night is the worst (TRUST US). You will notice a change in the appearance of your breasts right away. Their shape will continue to change and settle over the next few months.
Your breasts will likely be covered with gauze and a surgical support bra. Small tubes might be placed at the incision sites in your breasts to drain any excess blood or fluid. The pain and discomfort can be controlled with medication. Your surgeon will prescribe antibiotics, anticoagulants, and pain medication for you to take.
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The day after your surgery our nurses will help you shower or sponge bathe (depending on how you feel and the procedure you got), and evaluate your dressings and the operation sites. You will have your first control appointment with your surgeon and then you will go back to the hotel. Avoid straining, bending, and lifting. Sleep on your back or your side to keep pressure off your breasts.
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The first week after your surgery, You will have a second control appointment with your doctor on Day 3 and then another on Day 7. If drainage tubes were placed near your incisions, these will be removed within a few days, most likely during the first week, your bandages will also be removed or changed at this time. Some stitches may be removed and some may dissolve on their own. You will still have to wear your surgical support bra 24/7.
At this point, you will still be swollen and bruised. Your body is still recovering. Some post-operative patients may notice bruising for several weeks after surgery. It can take anywhere from a week to several weeks to go away completely. Sun exposure to the bruises can promote darkening of the areas and delay the lightening process. Breast lifts may change the normal feeling in your breast. But in time, some feelings may return.
We will accompany you on walks each day. Every day we will walk a little more than we did the day before. Walking boosts blood flow and helps prevent pneumonia and constipation.
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The first month after your surgery, if you are still feeling tired, and a bit sore at this point, don´t worry, it will take a few weeks or months to feel completely like yourself again after surgery. Post-operative swelling can last for several months, you should be able to see your full, final results within 3 - 6 months of the procedure. Your incisions should be fully healed but it is possible that the scars will still be red and raised, don´t worry, eventually, they will become flat and fade.
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For about 2 to 3 weeks after surgery, or until your doctor says it's okay, avoid lifting anything that would make you strain. This may include heavy grocery bags and milk containers, a heavy briefcase or backpack, cat litter or dog food bags, a vacuum cleaner, or a child. Do not lift anything over your head for 2 to 3 weeks.
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This period is often called the “roller coaster” time period because you will go through mixed emotions of excitement, frustration, and happiness as you come to grips with your new body and the overall recovery process. Almost all patients go through this period of discovery, learning, and healing. You must keep looking forward and realize that over the next several months you will begin to enjoy your new body and its dramatic transformation from surgery.
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All of this information and more will be discussed with you during your initial consultation with one of our surgeons. If you have any additional questions we will be happy to answer them over a quick phone call, text, or email.
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