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My sister, a friend and I decided in April we were...

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My sister, a friend and I decided in April we were coming to DR in August to have cosmetic surgery after careful and diligent research. We had our surgeries between Aug 9 & 10. We stayed at Recovery House Armonia. It is truly a wonderful place to be after having surgery. The owner, Mira was God sent. She was my lost long tia and her staff my primas (o) and abuelita. You have three meals a day your choice and snacks. There are not any hospital beds or hospital like beds which I will recommend to her. Despite that it is clean, air condition (self controlled) in each room, the massage therapist is in house, there is hot water, there is wifi, it is safe, the staff is attentive and friendly and a doctor visits everyday. The owner does speak English. It is not perfect but much better than my Spanish however there is always someone in the house who speaks English like another patient. I did a lot of translation and my Spanish is not great just use Google translation (it has an audio component). Good luck and God bless RealSelf Familia.
By the way I neglected to mention that I am very happy with my results. My bottom looks very nice and natural just how I wanted it.
Suggestions:
1. Visit marenagroup click on comfort wear and view the size chart before going to Dr. Yily bc her staff want to stuff you in smaller garments than you need. If you garment is too tight that may affect the healing process. Enough compression is sufficient and adjust your garment as needed. One size down is ok but two sizes is too much. My measurements were 33 w and 43 hips and they were trying to stuff me in a small when I should me in a XL. I decided on a M and believe me so I am regretting that. I am about to take my sister's large and we are on our way to the CIPLA to purchase an XL bc she can not take it any more. They should have given her a 2xl based on her measurements. Marena is a good garment and has sufficient compression. It was rated one of the better garments postoperative. Of course after the healing process you can invest in a garment like Fajate but it is not a recommend garment for stage 1 after a bbl.
2. Make sure you purchase compression stocking you need it.

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Yily De Los Santos, MD

Yily De Los Santos, MD

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August 16, 2013
very nice review , would you be able to post some before and after. Thank you!
August 17, 2013
I do not have full access yet to RealSelf. I need to confirm via email. Do not have access to my email bc gmail locked me out and wants to send the info via text. I do not have phone service currently.
August 17, 2013
Take your time. We understand about phone service and international issues. Hope your recovery is coming along. When you are able I am sure there will be pictures and things. Thanks.
August 17, 2013
I figured it out. Posted a pic. Will post pre-op photos when I return to USA.
August 17, 2013
Thanks hun
August 16, 2013
I wanna see pix to please :)
August 17, 2013
Did make attempt. Explanation below.
August 16, 2013
Btw.. Wat all did u get done? I wanna go to Dr. Yily for BBL n lipo sculpturing too.
August 17, 2013
BBl, lipo of back, sides, tummy and inner thighs.
August 17, 2013
That's exactly what I want and maybe tummy tuck?? :/ You funna be lookin' good soon!! :)
August 16, 2013
Hi perfectly content Hope your recovery is well. Can you please tell me how far the recovery Armonia is from ciplia. How much was the recovery house per day. Thanks
August 17, 2013
Ten minute drive. The Recover Armonia is so worth money and you will be so happy.
August 17, 2013
Thanks dear. I feel better every day. It is important that you become an intricate part in your recovery. Follow instructions to the T. I drink water all day including breakfast, lunch and dinner.
August 17, 2013
Thanks for getting back to me. Did the fee include pickup drop off of airport n post up cares in case dr Ana does not come by.
August 17, 2013
Mira picks you up from the airport and if you have to go to the clinic during your stay she will make arrangements to have a staff member drop you off.
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I am sorry new to RealSelf figured out how to upload photo. I do not have a before pic on my IPad. I will upload a before pic once I return home. The pics are on my home computer.

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August 17, 2013
Thank you!!
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August 17, 2013
Your butt looks awesome! Happy healings :) also do you have the contact info for the recovery home ?!!
August 17, 2013
Thanks! My sister arranged everything. I do not have the number and she is asleep. Just go to Facebook and type in Real Recovery Armonia.
August 17, 2013
Facebook type in Real Recovery Armonia.
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August 17, 2013
Thank you so much!
August 17, 2013
FYI. What is the most uncomfortable thing about this process is lipo and the garment. The procedure fine.
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August 17, 2013
i am staying there also in 2 wks
August 17, 2013
I are gonna love it.
August 29, 2013
R u ready?
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August 17, 2013
Congrats babe. Happy healing.........
August 17, 2013
Thank u
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August 21, 2013
Looking good. Keep posting pics!!
August 23, 2013
Will do.
August 21, 2013
Looking good. Hope u are feeling better.
August 23, 2013
Thanks
August 22, 2013
Hi perfectly content. How are you feeling? Was wondering did you and your sister purchased medication from dr yily or did you bring your own ie antibiotics. Hope your recovery is better. Thanks
August 23, 2013
A little of both. I purchased every except for the iron. I did not bother asking my primary physician for a script because my MD is very funny. I say if you can get your doctor to give you a script and your insurance can pay that is perfect. I paid $220 at the pharmacy in DR.
August 23, 2013
Sorry I feel ok. Right now I am experiencing stiffing/harding of skin on my abdomen and inner thigh which apparently is not uncommon. It is very uncomfortable. The MD recommended ultrasound therapy. I went today and I feel a little better. I will also have lymphatic massage done tomorrow. Thank God for Groupon bc these services are expensive.
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August 25, 2013
before you go into surgery do they give you compression stockings?
August 26, 2013
No. Make sure you bring your own or you can purchase from MD. She only has the one that come to the knees. I recommend you purchase a stocking that start at the feet and go up to the thigh.
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August 26, 2013
Thanks!
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August 25, 2013
looking good btw!
August 26, 2013
Thanks