I'm considering going to Rio, Brazil for a Mommy makeover, tummy tuck, breast lift, Liposculpture / Brazilian butt lift. I’m being told it's going to coast me 14,000 for the total surgery. What price would I pay here in USA for the same procedures?
Answer: Mommy Makeover costs
I agree with the other estimates that this would cost at least $20,000 the Cleveland area.
I'm not sure that it is advisable though, to do all that surgery at one sitting and the results are probably better if they are done separately, or split up, with more attention to detail.
I have taken care of patients who have had surgery done in South America. I have been impressed that they have extensive surgery done, but I have not been impressed with the quality of the work. Very often closure is done with Staples rather than sutures. There is often skin necrosis. In such extensive operations there is inevitably the need to cut corners.
You will also need to find a local surgeon to follow you up afterwards. You may find that your local plastic surgeons are not going to be so happy to see you when you went overseas to have the initial surgery.
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Answer: Mommy Makeover costs
I agree with the other estimates that this would cost at least $20,000 the Cleveland area.
I'm not sure that it is advisable though, to do all that surgery at one sitting and the results are probably better if they are done separately, or split up, with more attention to detail.
I have taken care of patients who have had surgery done in South America. I have been impressed that they have extensive surgery done, but I have not been impressed with the quality of the work. Very often closure is done with Staples rather than sutures. There is often skin necrosis. In such extensive operations there is inevitably the need to cut corners.
You will also need to find a local surgeon to follow you up afterwards. You may find that your local plastic surgeons are not going to be so happy to see you when you went overseas to have the initial surgery.
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Answer: The Approximate Costs of a Mommy Makeover with a Brazilian Butt Lift A Mommy Makeover is a combination of procedures to bring a woman’s body back to the way she looked prior to pregnancy. Most commonly some variation of a #TummyTuck and #BreastSurgery are performed. Additional procedures can include liposuction, umbilical hernia repair. The most common #breastprocedures include #mastopexy or #breastlift, #breastaugmentation, or #breastreduction. The costs of a #Mommy Makeover will depend on several factors. Such include the geographic location, the skill and experience of the surgeon, and operating room and anesthesia fees. Also, such #combined operations are often performed with our Gynecology colleagues. Tubal ligation is a common post pregnancy procedure which is done at the time of many of the surgeries included with Mommy Makeovers. Therefore, if you require a gynecologic operation or study (laparoscopy) and are considering a plastic surgery procedure, discuss these issues with your doctor. Combining these procedures decreases anesthetics, costs, and recovery time. Your procedures should be performed by a #PlasticSurgeon who is board-certified and has a great deal of experience specializing in cosmetic #surgery. You will then greatly improve your chances of getting the result you desire, and, without the need for a revision surgery. It is suggested that you look at before and after photos of the surgeons actual patients, and read patient reviews. Gathering all of this information will help you make a well-informed decision.
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August 12, 2015
Answer: In the midwest, $12,000-$16,000 The combination of breast lift, abdominoplasty and liposuction is referred to as a Mommy Makeover.Brazilian Butt Lift surgery can be performed in combination with a Mommy Makeover but this is unusual for a variety of reasons.In some cases, the length of the procedure may be too long while, in other cases, there may be difficulty with post-operative positioning.Despite these issues, these procedures are still sometimes performed in combination.The cost of Mommy Makeover surgery performed in combination with Brazilian Butt Lift surgery varies significantly and is dependent upon a multitude of variables.It’s important to understand these variables and how they contribute to any fee quote you may receive.For instance, does the fee quote include the surgeon’s fee, facility fee and anesthetic charges or just the surgeon’s fee?In the Midwestern United States, the fees for Brazilian Butt Lift in combination with Mommy Makeover surgery with anesthesia and facility fees included, typically ranges between $12,000 and $16,000.It’s very important for patients to have a thorough understanding of these issues.Make sure all your questions are answered before proceeding with surgery.
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August 12, 2015
Answer: In the midwest, $12,000-$16,000 The combination of breast lift, abdominoplasty and liposuction is referred to as a Mommy Makeover.Brazilian Butt Lift surgery can be performed in combination with a Mommy Makeover but this is unusual for a variety of reasons.In some cases, the length of the procedure may be too long while, in other cases, there may be difficulty with post-operative positioning.Despite these issues, these procedures are still sometimes performed in combination.The cost of Mommy Makeover surgery performed in combination with Brazilian Butt Lift surgery varies significantly and is dependent upon a multitude of variables.It’s important to understand these variables and how they contribute to any fee quote you may receive.For instance, does the fee quote include the surgeon’s fee, facility fee and anesthetic charges or just the surgeon’s fee?In the Midwestern United States, the fees for Brazilian Butt Lift in combination with Mommy Makeover surgery with anesthesia and facility fees included, typically ranges between $12,000 and $16,000.It’s very important for patients to have a thorough understanding of these issues.Make sure all your questions are answered before proceeding with surgery.
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May 18, 2015
Answer: Beware of Overseas Plastic Surgery Your cost we'll vary based on the experience of your surgeon, the location of his practice as well as the medical facility which is performed. That being said, Beware of the risks and downsides of medical tourism(traveling abroad to undergo elective surgery) !Medical tourism has becoming increasingly popular in recent years; patients have been flying out of the U.S. for plastic surgery, lured by lower prices.However, a parallel trend has also appeared: plastic surgeons in the United States are finding themselves treating an increasing number of patients who plastic surgery abroad, correcting complications and errors. A survey by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons found that 80% of the responding doctors had treated American medical tourists for complications including infection, contour abnormalities, and hematoma.Medical tourists are often led to believe that they will receive the same quality of care for a lower price in a foreign clinic. But while it is true that the cost of plastic surgery in some foreign countries is lower, this is often because the quality of care and surgery is compromised. Such patients also seem to neglect the possibility of complications and the need for a follow-up visit.In addition to the risks posed by sub-standard medical care abroad, medical tourists must consider the risks of injections and implants in other countries. The recent crisis with French breast implant maker Poly Implant Prothese (PIP) exemplifies this problem. PIP used industrial- rather than medical-grade silicone on their implants in an effort to reduce costs, a measure which probably increased the danger of rupture. PIP implants have not been used in the United States since 2000. Removal of these implants has been recommended by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.It is often the case that medical tourists end up spending more money because they have to pay to treat complications from their surgery.
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May 18, 2015
Answer: Beware of Overseas Plastic Surgery Your cost we'll vary based on the experience of your surgeon, the location of his practice as well as the medical facility which is performed. That being said, Beware of the risks and downsides of medical tourism(traveling abroad to undergo elective surgery) !Medical tourism has becoming increasingly popular in recent years; patients have been flying out of the U.S. for plastic surgery, lured by lower prices.However, a parallel trend has also appeared: plastic surgeons in the United States are finding themselves treating an increasing number of patients who plastic surgery abroad, correcting complications and errors. A survey by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons found that 80% of the responding doctors had treated American medical tourists for complications including infection, contour abnormalities, and hematoma.Medical tourists are often led to believe that they will receive the same quality of care for a lower price in a foreign clinic. But while it is true that the cost of plastic surgery in some foreign countries is lower, this is often because the quality of care and surgery is compromised. Such patients also seem to neglect the possibility of complications and the need for a follow-up visit.In addition to the risks posed by sub-standard medical care abroad, medical tourists must consider the risks of injections and implants in other countries. The recent crisis with French breast implant maker Poly Implant Prothese (PIP) exemplifies this problem. PIP used industrial- rather than medical-grade silicone on their implants in an effort to reduce costs, a measure which probably increased the danger of rupture. PIP implants have not been used in the United States since 2000. Removal of these implants has been recommended by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.It is often the case that medical tourists end up spending more money because they have to pay to treat complications from their surgery.
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February 8, 2015
Answer: Price for extensive body contouring. I think you would find that the cost for all of the procedures you listed would be substantially more expensive in the USA or Canada. I would be concerned about doing that much surgery on a patient in a single day. That issue aside, many of the costs of surgery are related to safety, such as the training and credentials of every health professional taking care of you before, during and after your operation, the maintenance and inspection of the surgical facility, quality of materials used during your operation, etc. Price is of course an important consideration but when comparing prices one needs to make sure they are comparing procedures of equal quality and safety. In my country, any plastic surgeon doing an operation in a facility other than a hospital must undergo a rigorous inspection process, that assesses the surgeon's expertise and the standards of the facility. If you are considering surgery abroad I'd recommend investigating thoroughly before making a choice on price alone.
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February 8, 2015
Answer: Price for extensive body contouring. I think you would find that the cost for all of the procedures you listed would be substantially more expensive in the USA or Canada. I would be concerned about doing that much surgery on a patient in a single day. That issue aside, many of the costs of surgery are related to safety, such as the training and credentials of every health professional taking care of you before, during and after your operation, the maintenance and inspection of the surgical facility, quality of materials used during your operation, etc. Price is of course an important consideration but when comparing prices one needs to make sure they are comparing procedures of equal quality and safety. In my country, any plastic surgeon doing an operation in a facility other than a hospital must undergo a rigorous inspection process, that assesses the surgeon's expertise and the standards of the facility. If you are considering surgery abroad I'd recommend investigating thoroughly before making a choice on price alone.
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October 2, 2014
Answer: Cost of mommy makeover The price of your surgery might be more in the US, but consider the cost of travel, hotels, and other expenses associated with traveling for plastic surgery. Also, remember that minor revisions are not uncommon. You don't want to have to travel back to Rio just for touch ups.
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October 2, 2014
Answer: Cost of mommy makeover The price of your surgery might be more in the US, but consider the cost of travel, hotels, and other expenses associated with traveling for plastic surgery. Also, remember that minor revisions are not uncommon. You don't want to have to travel back to Rio just for touch ups.
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