Should I go to the Dominican Republic or Miami for a BBL? I’ll feel safer in Miami but I’ll save more in DR?

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Should i go to Dominican Republic or Miami for a bbl. I’ll feel safer in Miami but I’ll save more in DR? I don’t want to go to Miami if i know i can get the same results in DR! What’s the pros and cons besides the obvious. I’m leaning more towards Miami but that’s a couple extra dollars i can keep in my pocket!

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

hello thank you for your question and provided information as well.
My recommendation is to go to the Dominican Republic.since the protocols in miami and here are different but if the result you want is big bbl it would be ideal to come to republica dominincana in case contraario can go to miami

Germán Newall, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. This is a question a lot of people ask about. Do your research first and foremost! Find a board certified plastic surgeon to do your procedure. Ask them for before and after photos of their work. Keep in mind if you get your surgery done outside the United States they may not require certain regulations. Also what if you run into a problem post-op? Are you able to go back and see the doctor if need be? Price is a factor but your health and safety should come first. Be very careful when choosing your plastic surgeon.Hope this helps!Dr. Newall

Bennett Yang, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question.
Other than cost there are certain risks that you have to account for whenever having cosmetic surgery. Should you encounter any type of complication ( infection, bleeding, seroma, ischemia, open wound, blood clot, etc )  A surgeon who is 1000+ miles away is not going to be able to help you manage these issues. Having surgery in a country where the electricity only runs for part of the day is highly risky for your safety and well-being. 
Further, it will be difficult for you to obtain post operative care here by a plastic surgeon. Most plastic surgeons would prefer not to take on the risk and liability of someone else's mistakes. Any surgeon who takes on the after care will be in his or her right to charge for such services. These fees will likely erase the cost savings of traveling for surgery. 
A simple Google search will reveal multiple complications and deaths associated with cosmetic surgery done abroad. 
All surgery contains certain risks. Even when done in a state-of-the-art modern facility in this country you still encounter risks. Why would you want to increase those risks?
Even though surgery in this country is going to be more expensive, you will at least have the peace of mind knowing that your board certified plastic surgeon is fully trained and experienced and is a phone call away to help you should the need arise.  There are also multiple financing options to help make this more affordable for you.
Best to you. 
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Mel T. Ortega, MD · Answer

Be very careful not to be tricked by gimmicks and do your research. Plan to have a responsible caregiver. If you are traveling by yourself then call ahead and get recommendations from your surgeons office about places to stay and reliable post operative caregivers that they have used before. It is also a good idea to inquire about purchasing cosmetic insurance that will cover complications that could occur within 30 days after surgery. Complications  that are associate with the cosmetic procedure are usually not covered by your regular health insurance Choose a board certified plastic surgeon who has done a ton of Brazilian Butt Lifts and has privileges to do this surgery at a local university hospital. This says his credentials have been checked out by fellow Drs. All surgeries carry risk, talk to your plastic surgeon and choose one wisely.

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