Santiago Ruiz Gnecco, MD

Wanting b/a for the past 8 years. Now I am doing it! I am 5'6, 130lbs and just paid for the surgery on Monday. Just had my consult and we decided on 320 cc for a natural look. I am doing under the muscle, Mentor, and the incision will be through the nipple. I am a bit nervous, maybe feeling a bit selfish and there's no NEED for this cosmetic surgery, but I can't wait to have adult breasts vs teenage breasts. I am 44 years old, don't want big ones, just want to have some and wear a nice swim suit without extreme padding. After 3 kids I am left with less than the little that I originally had. Surgery is this coming Monday. Updated on 25 Jul 2017: I don't know if anyone will read this but am writing because this site helped me a lot in educating myself regarding the process and risks and rewards, so would like to add my two cents. I got my ba in Bogotá Colombia, with Dr Santiago Ruiz. His dedication, listening to my wants and professionalism is best to none. I was a 34 A and always pretending to be a B. Always wore B with a large space between the bra and my breasts. I went for 295 cc high profile mentor. I am 130lbs 5'6 and athletic build. Truly I thought it was going to be more painful. I just feel heaviness on my chest (obviously) and that makes me slouch, and the lack of mobility with my arms. I taking the meds prescribed and have been able to go to the bathroom fine, so far. I do feel swollen all over and bloated. But that may be because I haven't been to the gym in a week? I just tried to take a picture but they look so swollen, and absurdly big and the incision was bleeding a bit, so refrained myself from it. Will post later or tomorrow. Updated on 28 Jul 2017: Every day is a little bit better. It feels really tight and I am slouching a lot so have to remind myself to sit and stand straight. But the skin is working hard to stretch. Pain is bearable, nothing like the pain of engorgement. It is all about waiting for the swelling to ease. Had ultrasound massages done today and got a shot to ease the swollen breasts. Still taking meds and doing as little as possible with my arms (hard since I have a 16 month old and two other active boys). I am glad I didn't go for bigger, this is more than enough, I can keep wearing same clothes and keep a natural look. Updated on 30 Jul 2017: This is a great site, that you to all of you who have posted throughout the years. It has given me insight into what I wanted and didn't want, on the lingo, and everything in between. I am very happy with my results and specially with Dr Santiago Ruiz in Bogotá. All his team has been great and it has been a seamless process all around. I have family and friends here so I did my homework in researching best doctors, and chose Dr Ruiz. He knows that this decision is a huge one and he spends that time you need to make you feel comfortable with it. Recovery has been good, have had help with kids and have been taking it easy. I haven't taken any vitamins as other ladies here have said, will have to ask tomorrow at my second post-op. In terms of size, I am happy with 295 cc ultra high profile. I think going for larger as it was originally planned (320cc) would have been too much. I have small shoulders and so much bigger I think I would look ridiculous. I am still swollen so I hope I decrease a little. Here are some today photos. Updated on 30 Jul 2017: It has been six days and every day is better. I am so thankful to all the ladies that post their experience. RS is really a great support system.I have been wanting ba since my second child, he is now 8 and my third is a year and a half. I can't believe I did it and am so happy. My husband is elated. I never thought of doing it anywhere else but Bogotá. I live in the US but come to Bogota often, so it's a no brainer. Dr Santiago Ruiz is absolutely fantastic. The clinic, the nurses, every one. I see many of you posting vitamins, creams and others, I am not taking anything like that and I wonder if I should-only meds prescribed. I had 295 cc unders UHP and was looking for a natural look (to keep my same clothes, and fit into them finally). I think I chose the right size.I am still swollen and I hope to drop some more.Yesterday was thinking whether I should have gone bigger but very quickly went back to my happy look.My advice to those still deciding is, go with your gut, educate yourself, know what your options are and most importantly-- choose the best doctor you can find, and then just do it ...  Updated on 3 Aug 2017: For sooo many years I had boob envy. I always wished and wished and now I have boobs!!! I haven't been measured yet but I believe I am a full B, which it's great because now I can fit in my pretend B bras of the past. I still feel enormous, but I can hide them if I want to or flaunt them. Truly, I feel sexier, my husband (who said many times he didn't care either way) loves them. After so many years of wishing for boobs, it's done. The end of an era, and it wasn't a big deal at all!!! For those of you researching, the most important decision is a good Dr and to have an idea of how you want to look like, ie natural, or small or "pamela anderson" or whatever, so you don't have regrets. And then just do it, it's so easy (and inexpensive in Bogotá Colombia). Updated on 8 Aug 2017: Today I had my two week check-up before traveling back to the US in two days with three kids by myself - one of them a baby. Dr said I looked good, still swollen a bit. He gave me an anti-inflammatory shot (Duodecadron), as well as some tablets (Apronax) that I should take for three days, and continue with warm compresses (that I'm not doing :/ and use kelocote or scaraway. Today I was reading here the posts of other women explanting their implants and all their health complications. ... it got to me a bit. Although I knew all the issues and major risks going into this, still makes me think whether I was too vain or insecure or both in getting boobs. I know that if I ever start getting sick, the first thing will be removal. For no though, I will enjoy them. I really like RS, I don't know if anyone reads, but makes me feel connected, part of an anonymous club. In terms of bras ... I bought these two, and I was measured as a B here in Colombia. According to the Dr, sizes are different in the US, most likely I will end up being full B or C. Updated on 1 Sep 2017: It has been about six weeks since I got a BA and Just now I can say I think am 99% satisfied. Call me crazy but I am one of the few people here wanting less and not more. Almost 90% get some kind of boob greed...but my worry was that they we going to remain ginormous. Mind you, I have 295cc ultra high profile and so was worried about the extreme projection. Now that the twins are less 'rocks' and somewhat softer, I do see the "drop and fluff" effect starting to happen. .... as well as the increase in food intake and increase of pounds. (Need to start exercising again!!) Hope you all are well. Love RS. Updated on 19 Dec 2017: Quite content with results. Sometimes I find them a little voluptuous, but I am very happy in general. 295 cc Ultra High Profile. (never crossed through my mind to ask about projection!)

I wanted an operation lasting almost two years interviewing several surgeons, with fear of procedure pain , but when I met Dr. Santiago Ruiz felt all the confidence and the exact 8 days decided to have surgery with and was the best , has a magical hands, left happy with results, not felt the pain that was what scared me and gave me all the tranquility and listen as the people who recommended me talking about it and now I speak of him as you told me is a great talented human being at work and I mean. It is the best and so I wanted out who operated on me and after two years looking with decided the same day I met him

El Dr. Santiago Ruiz es un professional destacado en su area, su trato fue absolutamente professional y delicado. El Dr. Ruiz es un medico accesible que supo escuchar mi inquietud y con mucha paciencia supo explicarme el procedimiento; mis dudas quedaron disipadas.Personalmente quede muy satisfecha con el resultado.

I highly recommend Doctor Santiago Ruiz from Bogota, Colombia is simply the best doctor that I could have gone to for this type of surgery. His knowledge and attention to detail in every aspect from consultation to actual surgery is quite amazing to experience. He really cares about his patient and will go the extra mile to get you the best result possible. He is most ethical and professional surgeon you can find in Colombia. Not only he is very knowledgeable but he is very kind and respectful. He does only what you need. His work is amazing! I feel like my breasts are perfect. I'm Very happy! I cannot believe how I healed quickly and that is due to the great care I received from Dr.Santiago Ruiz! I am very satisfied with the results. Monica

Dr. Santiago Ruiz is the best surgeon in the entire world! I have done cosmetic surgery in the USA as well, but the surgeries conducted by Surgeon Santiago Ruiz in Bogota-Colombia has no comparison. Dr. Santiago Ruiz is a wonderful physician and has the best personality, professionalism and caring manner to take care of his patients . He is compassionate and cares about how the patient feels before, during and post op. My results on my abdomen, back and legs are amazing! I wouldn't do a cosmetic surgery with anyone else for plastic surgery but Dr. Santiago Ruiz. He is beyond professional, expert, qualified and extremely caring. I have referred several people to Dr. Santiago Ruiz with extremely satisfying results. Dr. Santiago Ruiz takes so much time with every patient at every visit and in my case, I never felt rushed. My procedure went perfect, easy, great and the recovery time was smooth and peaceful. About 3 weeks, I was perfectly fine and ready to feel absolutely wonderful with my new figure. Plus the expenses in Colombia are extremely low comparing to the surgeries in USA. The whole procedure including the clinic charges, anesthesiologist and medicine was $2000 USD

I didn't like the way that my nose looked. I had a wide nose but it is difficult to make the decision of having a surgery on your face because if it doesn't come out good you will be disappointed for the rest of your life as it is something that you can't cover. I didn't like the way that I used to look in pictures either.

I needed to improve the trust in myself. My body was saggy and out of proportion. I met Dr Santiago Ruiz and he literally changed my life. The outcome of the surgery was beyond my expectations. I feel so greatful to having met him. Five years later I still feel great and my body looks amazing. It is a painful surgery, but it is worth.

Doctor Santiago Ruiz from Bogota Colombia is the most ethical and professional surgeon you can find in Colombia. Not only he is very knowledgeable but he is very kind and respectful. He is not the kind of doctor who operates on any one upon their request, if he doesn't she the real need he recommends another option to you. The outcome of my surgery was fantastic because I look natural. I have received many compliments about how young I look and since the scar is almost invisible, no one can tell that I had a surgery. I am very pleased with the results.