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Plus Size Woman Seeking Brazilian Butt Lift + Chin Lipo - Dominican Republic, DO

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Hello! Aren't I glad to have found this community!...

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AminahR27

Hello! Aren't I glad to have found this community! I'm 27 yrs of age, 220 lbs, 5'5, mommy of two. I've been on here a few weeks just playing the hermit crab but I think it's time I come out of my shell! I have added a few pictures of myself without any procedures, but I'm sure you noticed that by now! Looking to have a BBL + chin lipo. Despite having excess tummy, flank, back fat and skin I don't mind it much, what I'm more self conscious of is my booty and chin. So I've been in touch with several Dr.'s in Dom. Republic via Whatsapp (eg. Dr. Jairo Ulerio, Dr. Gustavo Almanzar, Dr. Duran-no response at all, Dr. Nelson Rubio & Dr. Emmanuel Mallol) All recommended by people in my town who have had work or know of someone who has had work done by them, I've also done my own research and made sure they are all members of SODOCIPRE (in other words, make sure they're legitimate surgeons). Why have I looked at so many, well it's like shopping around for a an insurance quote, a vehicle, a home. I'm determined to find the best care, work and price. Now I will say, I haven't seen one plus size women on here who has only had a BBL WITHOUT tummy tuck. I understand that everyone's BBL depends on many factors but I had one Dr. turn me down for BBL because he refused to do the BBL without a tummy tuck. I know the Dr. knows best (in most cases), but ultimately I have the final say as to what I want, right. Can anyone else relate? I do not want a tummy tuck, or the scar at this point. I plan on one more pregnancy, in the near future. I am in need of a surgery buddy..... my plans are to travel end of July 2016, and I would appreciate some advise, tips, ideas, places to stay.
As far as Recovery houses I've checked several in DR (Yasmin RH, Oasis RH, Betty family RH, Silhouette RH, Mansion Recovery Harmonia, My Home Caregivers & Recovery). These all have great reviews, I think I will be going with Yazmin RH seemed reasonable in price, reviews and response time and just what I need a place to rest my head, heal and go. I'll check back soon! xoxox .

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March 17, 2016

Good luck with your research on recovery houses.  Keep us posted!  Check out our prep list and our resource roundup while you are figuring everything out. I hope you post some before pics soon!

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March 17, 2016
Hi thanks! I added 3 before photos, are they not visible?
March 21, 2016

Nope they are there I was probably just being a ditz :)

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March 24, 2016
Can one delete their own photos?
March 29, 2016

Yes, just click on the photo so that media window opens and at the bottom of the picture you should have the option to remove.

March 18, 2016
Hi i am also seeking a travel buddy for the july.I am waiting back for my quote then i will book asap.I heard they are booked up until july so anytime in july is good for me.I hope your journey goes well.#FutureDuranDolls
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March 21, 2016
Hi! My had a change in plans and will be traveling next month in April. I pray you find a sx buddy to help you feel at ease!
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Change of plans! Traveling- April 14-18, 2016

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Hello from the other side!! As you may know by now, I've had a change in plans ....... Plans: I will be seeing Dr. Manuel Marte who had excellent reviews and reasonable prices, I've been in direct contact with him via Whatsapp, is very professional. Booked two round-trip, non-stop flights, through United Airlines ($940) flying from Newark, NJ airport to Las Americas Airport in Dom. Republic. I will be arriving in Santo Domingo (April 14, 2016- early afternoon). Because I am only having some minor chin & arm lipo (for starters), I will be staying at Aparta Hotel Plaza del Sol (hotel -$45/night), about 7 minutes from the clinic. Dr. Marte will have someone pick me up at the airport and I am fortunate to have a friend in the states who's father is a taxi driver in DR for any other means of transportation.

I will be in the capital April 14-15th , after my procedure I will be relocating to Boca Chica (closest beach to airport, 15-20 mins & a little under an hour from the capital. I booked a 1 bedroom apt with kitchen, through an AirBnB (www.airbnb.com) host -for $40/night, steps from the beach, breakfast included, close to everything! This place has great reviews, (whispers) the host is Romina!

Helpful tips:
*There are no swimming beaches in Santo Domingo (the capital) Bummer!
*There are banks on the upper level of Las Americas airport to convert your dollars to pesos
(best rates are through these banks, deal only with reputable banks and exchange booths)
*I found a nice cheat sheet to carry in my wallet that converts US dollars to Dominican pesos, I figured it would be less likely to get ripped off if I know my numbers. ( www.oanda.com).
*Stick to using pesos, with dollars your less likely to get exact change, from my understanding. Welp gotta go, mommy duties call!

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June 17, 2016
So how was your trip? I'm looking at surgery with dr Mallol! Wa the area safe? My husband will be traveling with me and we are looking at staying at an all inclusive resort while we are there... But ask looking at the idea of an apartment... How did you like that?
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August 2, 2016
The area its self was fine, it was a plus to speak the language. What Medical Center will you be having your procedure at? The Gazcue Medical Center was frightening to say the least. I actually saw Dr. Mallol as I was waiting on my surgeon for our first meet & greet. The place was run down though, lacked hygiene big time
...all I could do is pray that I didn't catch some sort of disease or bacteria. Thankfully all turned out fine but next year I'm going back for a TT & BBL it just definitely will not be with the same Dr. not that he wasn't a good Dr. but the clinic just gave me the heebee jibbys.
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August 2, 2016
I stayed at motel mystic which was decent, safe, clean. Not a five star but it serves it purpose and is around all the necesities. And they served breakfast had a bar / lounge on 1st floors, few tables in front. The staff was very helpful! Had wi-fi and hot water which to them is a luxury. Water distillery right next door purchased 18pack bottled water for under $2, up from the distillery is a yummy buffet style restaurant, pharmacy was half block as was the Orange store (DR cellphone provider). The Malecon was about 2 blocks. Convenient location.
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Best currency exchange places in DR!

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Please disregard the info in my last post. When your browsing the internet like a maniac there are a ton of different sides to a story, we know this right! This article will give you tips of where to get a better exchange rate for US dollars and more!
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g147288-c5273/Dominican-Republic:Caribbean:Currency.Issues.html

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April 1, 2016
The banks at the airport DO NOT give you best exchange rates!!