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Lipo, BBL and BL in Dominican republic here I come !!

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I've wanted surgery for years now and finally...

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GenieD
$5,800
I've wanted surgery for years now and finally decided to get the ball rolling on making it happen. I workout and seem to never get to the results I want so I'm ready to take the plunge. I'm a planner so I'm already on planning overdrive even though I probably won't be ready (financially and everything else) until the end of this year. I've been researching doctors and have narrowed it down to 4. Dra Duran, Dra Robles, Dr Mallol Cotes, and Dra Yily. So far I've gotten quotes from Dra Robles and Dr Mallol Cotes. And therein lies my issue... I sent the same generic email with the same pictures I uploaded to this site. I specifically said I was interested in a BBL, mini BL (donut incision), and Lipo of my torso, I said I would only get a tummy tuck if I absolutely needed it but, cost aside, I rather not get an unnecessary scar if it could be avoided. Dra Robles sent me a quote which included a tummy tuck and Dr Mallol Cotes only listed Lipo. Of course, they also included the other areas I listed. Ladies, (especially vets) please give me your honest opinion. Do you think I need a tummy tuck to get good results or do you think lipo of my abs, back, and sides would be enough? I added a couple of wish pics but I am realistic and know that I won't be perfect. Also, I know once any doctor sees me in person they could potentially change their opinion or make a better suggestion but as I planner I rather be as prepared as possible. Btw, I'm 34 years old, 5"3" and weigh about 160 pounds.

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Hector Cabral

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April 20, 2016
I would suggest that you get a consult in the USA first to help you make a decision about what should be done. Pictures can't really give the surgeon a look, they need to touch and pull on the skin to feel for laxity. Look in your area for a teaching hospital one associated with a medical school their rates tend to be lower.
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April 21, 2016
Great idea! I'll do that.
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April 19, 2017
Where in the Dominican Republic are you going because a girl I know went and for the same price I'm paying for tummy tuck she's got everything you are . I wanted to go but I'm to scared to go out the country
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April 19, 2017
I already went almost 2 weeks ago. I went to Dr. Cabral in Santo Domingo.
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April 19, 2017
Are you still there or you back in the states ? And how did you do the consultation ?
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April 20, 2017
I got back to the states on the 16th. I'm back to work and recovering now. For the consultation, I emailed them in Spanish and heard back from his assistant a day after. Closer to the surgery day I messaged them through Whatsapp and also emailed when I had questioned and to confirm everything.
UPDATED FROM GenieD
1 year pre

Got a quote from Dra Yily, now if only I would hear back from Dra Duran

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GenieD
So I got my quote from Dra Yily yesterday and she also recommended just Lipo of the back, flanks, and abs, BBL and a BL.

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April 27, 2016
Please research those 2 doctors throughly. I have heard some deadly reviews about them.
UPDATED FROM GenieD
5 months pre

Decided on Cabral and set for April 7th 2017!!

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GenieD
So a lot has happened since I last posted. I got about 5 or 6 quotes from various doctors. After researching and looking at their patients, I have decided on Cabral. I know the track record but I'm overall healthy and I'm confident he can give me the results I'm looking for.

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January 8, 2017
good luck im still trying to find a great dr for my procedure
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February 6, 2017
Are you going to DR or staying in the states?