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Dr Sean Moodley Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
$80,000
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr Sean Moodley Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr Sean Moodley Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr Sean Moodley Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr Sean Moodley Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr Sean Moodley Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr Sean Moodley Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Cape Town, South Africa

There are many routes to becoming a plastic surgeon, and Dr. Moodley has undertaken the most thorough and demanding training process: qualifying in both general surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Moodley’...more
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APRSSA - Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Southern Africa
APRSSA - Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Southern Africa
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Nanita Dalton

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Nanita Dalton
Nanita Dalton
Nanita Dalton
Nanita Dalton
Nanita Dalton
4.8
5 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Nanita Dalton in Cape Town, South Africa

MyMeditravel Fiona Marais, 20 September 2020
Great service, top quality treatments.
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Hair Clinic and Lots more

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
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Hair Clinic and Lots more
Hair Clinic and Lots more
Hair Clinic and Lots more
Hair Clinic and Lots more

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Hair Clinic and Lots more in Cape Town, South Africa

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HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
COHSASA - The Council for Health Service Accreditation of Southern Africa
COHSASA - The Council for Health Service Accreditation of Southern Africa
FCDerm(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Dermatologists of South Africa
FCDerm(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Dermatologists of South Africa
Department of Health, Western Cape
Department of Health, Western Cape
FCS(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
FCS(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
MTASA - Medical Tourism Association of South Africa
MTASA - Medical Tourism Association of South Africa
FCMFOS(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
FCMFOS(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
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Dr Brian Wolfowitz

MyMeditravel Johannesburg, South Africa
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Dr Brian Wolfowitz

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr Brian Wolfowitz in Johannesburg, South Africa

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AAO - American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
AAO - American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
AAFPRS - American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
AAFPRS  - American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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Dr Scott Barkers Advanced Aesthetics Clinic

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
$117
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr Scott Barkers Advanced Aesthetics Clinic
5.0
3 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr Scott Barkers Advanced Aesthetics Clinic in Cape Town, South Africa

MyMeditravel Andrea Coetzee, 24 May 2019
Amazing service, professionalism and an absolute expert.
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HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
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UCT Private Academic Hospital

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
$125,000
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
UCT Private Academic Hospital
UCT Private Academic Hospital
UCT Private Academic Hospital
UCT Private Academic Hospital
UCT Private Academic Hospital
3.9
18 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at UCT Private Academic Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa

MyMeditravel Juliettash Stadler, 05 May 2020
My Son was admitted with a very rare autoimmune illness in April this year. The care he was given was superb Prof Dheda, Prof Louw and their team of specialists covered every possibility , diagnosed e
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Netcare Linksfield Hospital

MyMeditravel Johannesburg, South Africa
$125,000
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Netcare Linksfield Hospital
Netcare Linksfield Hospital
Netcare Linksfield Hospital
Netcare Linksfield Hospital
Netcare Linksfield Hospital
3.1
72 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Netcare Linksfield Hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa

Netcare Linksfield Hospital opened its doors in 1991. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of services and follows a multi-disciplinary approach to medicine. Our hospital’s state-of-the-art equipment is complemented ...more
MyMeditravel Charlotte Sorour, 13 March 2020
Parking is a huge problem.On a positive note it is a great hospital with great specialists and doctor's hence why it is so busy. Well worth driving around a bit looking for parking knowing your loved
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Netcare N1 City Hospital

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
$57,300
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Netcare N1 City Hospital
Netcare N1 City Hospital
Netcare N1 City Hospital
Netcare N1 City Hospital
Netcare N1 City Hospital
2.9
36 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Netcare N1 City Hospital in Cape Town, South Africa

MyMeditravel Kim Adams, 30 March 2020
Overall I had a good experience.
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Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital

MyMeditravel Johannesburg, South Africa
$125,000
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital
Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital
Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital
Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital
Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital
2.3
38 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital in Johannesburg, South Africa

MyMeditravel Nompumelelo Madliwa, 19 April 2020
I had such a wonderful experience there with Dr Thomas, I had a skin drafting done it was such a smooth process I am healing very well and had a great stay there, Thank you so much
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The Face and Body Place

MyMeditravel Johannesburg, South Africa
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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
The Face and Body Place
The Face and Body Place
The Face and Body Place
The Face and Body Place
The Face and Body Place
5.0
9 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at The Face and Body Place in Johannesburg, South Africa

MyMeditravel Ginelle Makhado, 24 August 2020
I been a patient at the face and body clinic, Dr was amazing and Natalie helped me through surgery and recover. The amazing 3 month post surgery program me kept me motivated to heal and lost over 7kgs
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IACD - International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology
IACD - International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology
IAAFA - International Academy of Advanced Facial Aesthetics
IAAFA - International Academy of Advanced Facial Aesthetics
ABSI - Advanced Body Sculpting Institute
ABSI - Advanced Body Sculpting Institute
HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
AAAM - American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
AAAM - American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine
DA(SA) - Diplomate of the College of Anaesthetists of South Africa
DA(SA) - Diplomate of the College of Anaesthetists of South Africa
AHPCSA - The Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa
AHPCSA  - The Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa
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Dr. Petrus van Deventer

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Petrus van Deventer
Dr. Petrus van Deventer
Dr. Petrus van Deventer

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr. Petrus van Deventer in Cape Town, South Africa

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HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
APRSSA - Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Southern Africa
APRSSA - Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Southern Africa
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Dr Dawid Potgieter

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
Price on request
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr Dawid Potgieter

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr Dawid Potgieter in Cape Town, South Africa

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HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
Department of Health, Western Cape
Department of Health, Western Cape
FCS(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
FCS(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
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Dr. Lindas Surgery and Associates - Gauteng

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Lindas Surgery and Associates - Gauteng
1.0
6 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr. Lindas Surgery and Associates - Gauteng in Cape Town, South Africa

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MyMeditravel fisharn williams, 07 September 2020
Not the greatest experience. Double check that you are not charged twice on your medical aid..
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Dr. Lindas Surgery and Associates - Limpopo

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Lindas Surgery and Associates - Limpopo

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr. Lindas Surgery and Associates - Limpopo in Cape Town, South Africa

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Dr Nick Kairinos

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr Nick Kairinos
Dr Nick Kairinos
Dr Nick Kairinos
5.0
5 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr Nick Kairinos in Cape Town, South Africa

MyMeditravel Sarah Davies, 18 September 2019
Highly recommend Dr Nick - very thorough, patient and passionate about his field. Plus his patient after care is great.
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Dr. Gideon Maresky

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Gideon Maresky
4.9
16 reviews

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr. Gideon Maresky in Cape Town, South Africa

MyMeditravel Rebecca O'Connor, 23 September 2020
Dr. Gideon Maresky is amazing. I underwent otoplasty and rhinoplasty procedures and couldn't have asked for a better experience. Everything ran very smoothly.
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HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
ASPS - American Society of Plastic Surgeons
ASPS - American Society of Plastic Surgeons
FCS(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
FCS(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
APRSSA - Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Southern Africa
APRSSA - Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Southern Africa
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Dr Magda Fourie

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr Magda Fourie
Dr Magda Fourie
Dr Magda Fourie
Dr Magda Fourie
Dr Magda Fourie

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr Magda Fourie in Cape Town, South Africa

Dr Magda Fourie (MBChB; DOH) is a General Medical & Occupational Health Practitioner. She consults withpregnant women childrengeneral family health patientsobstetrics & pregnant patientsmedical aesthetics (anti-wrinkle injections...more
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HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
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Dr Nick Kairinos - City Bowl Rooms

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
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Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr Nick Kairinos - City Bowl Rooms

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr Nick Kairinos - City Bowl Rooms in Cape Town, South Africa

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Dr Susan F Johnson

MyMeditravel Cape Town, South Africa
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Dr Susan F Johnson
Dr Susan F Johnson
Dr Susan F Johnson
Dr Susan F Johnson

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery at Dr Susan F Johnson in Cape Town, South Africa

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IDA - International Dental Academy
ICA - International Chiropractors Association
MCA - McTimoney Chiropractic Association
UCA - United Chiropractic Association
ICS - International College of Surgeons
IACD - International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology
ISDS - International Society for Dermatologic Surgery
EBOPRAS - European Board of Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
IAAFA - International Academy of Advanced Facial Aesthetics
WALT - World Association for Laser Therapy
ISHRS - International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
AAHRS - Asian Association of Hair Restoration Surgeons
ESCAD - European Society for Cosmetic and Aesthetic Dermatology
William Glasser Institute - Reality Therapy Certified
EAC - European Association for Counselling
IFSO - International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorde
TÃœV SÃœD - Technischer Ãœberwachungsverein SÃœD
TÃœV NORD - Technischer Ãœberwachungsverein NORD
BIOMET 3i Education Program
EURAPS - European Association of Plastic Surgeons
Center of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery
IAOMS - International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Treatment Abroad Code of Practice
IFFPSS - International Federation of Facial Plastic Surgery Societies
FIGO - International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics
IFED - International Federation of Esthetic Dentistry
EOS - European Orthodontic Society
AOCMF
IBMS - International Board of Medicine and Surgery
EAFPS - European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery
ESCD - European Society of Cosmetic Dentistry
ESCRS - European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
NASS - North American Spine Society
ESHRE - European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology
MPS - Medical Protection Society
European Journal of Ophthalmology
ISRS - International Society of Refractive Surgery
JCRS - Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
Cornea Society
JPGM - Journal of Postgraduate Medicine
ESPRAS - European Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
OSAPS - Oriental Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
RS - The Rhinoplasty Society
FRANZCOG - Fellow of Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians a
IFOMPT - International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapist
WFO - World Federation of Orthodontists
ITI - International Team for Implantology
ICOI - International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Dentsply Friadent Implant Programme
IMTEC Sendax Mini Dental Implants Systems
IAO - International Association for Orthodontics
AAO - Asian Academy of Osseointegration
WAAAM - World Anti-Aging Academy of Medicine
WOSIAM - World Society Interdisciplinary Anti-Aging Medicine
ESE - European Society of Endodontology
ECAMS - European College of Aesthetic Medicine and Surgery
IABCLL - International Academy of Body Contouring and Laser Lipolysis
IAFGG - International Association of Facial Growth Guidance
IBCS - International Board of Cosmetic Surgery
IMDHA - International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association
EAO - European Association for Osseointegration
ISD - International Society of Dermatology
IFAD - International Federation of Aesthetic Dentistry
IBHRS - International Board of Hair Restoration Specialists
IAHRS - International Alliance of Hair Restoration Surgeons
EDA - European Dental Association
IASP - International Association for the Study of Pain
ADI - Academy of Dentistry International
EAPD - European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry
EACMD - European Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders
ESHRS - European Society of Hair Restoration Surgery
ICD - International College of Dentists Fellowship
UIME - International Union of Aesthetic Medicine
APACS - Asian Pacific Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
McKenzie Institute International
ITEC - International Therapy Examination Council
ICA - International Cranial Association
I-ACT - International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy
CIBTAC - Confederation of International Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology
IFPA - International Federation of Professional Aromatherapists
ISBI - International Society for Burn Injuries
The Pankey Institute
PEFOTS - Pan European Federation of TCM Societies
URHP - Unified Register of Herbal Practitioners
AACD - Asian Academy of Craniomandibular Disorders
IMSA - The International Medical Spa Association
ACHSI - The Australian Council on Healthcare Standards International
CIDESCO - Comité International d'Esthétique et de Cosmétologie
ART - Active Release Techniques
ICPA - International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
CDA - Caribbean Dermatology Association
APAO - Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology
FICCDE - International College of Continuing Dental Education Fellowship
GMC - General Medical Council
ISA - International Sleep Academy
ISCG - International Society of Cosmetogynecology
EPA - European Prosthodontic Association
ABSI - Advanced Body Sculpting Institute
EACMFS - European Association for Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Surgery
FILACP - Federación Ibero Latinoamericana de Cirugía Plástica
REDLARA - Rede Latino-americana de Reprodução Assistida
ALMER - Asociación Latinoamericana de Medicina Reproductiva
ICP - International College of Prosthodontists
EFP - European Federation of Periodontology
IADR - International Association for Dental Research
IODPT - International Organization for Dental Phobia Treatment
Academy of Operative Dentistry
The Dawson Academy
AAP - Asian Academy of Prosthodontics
AsianAOMS - Asian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
ISCD - International Society of Computerized Dentistry - Certified CEREC Trainer
SAAD - Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry
PFA - Pierre Fauchard Academy
ISCD - International Society of Computerized Dentistry
YDW - Young Dentists Worldwide
APAD - Asia Pacific Academy of Dentistry
ACDNA - Academy Of Computerized Dentistry Of North America
WSLO - World Society of Lingual Orthodontics
HPCSA - Health Professions Council of South Africa
DA(SA) - Diplomate of the College of Anaesthetists of South Africa
AHPCSA - The Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa
COHSASA - The Council for Health Service Accreditation of Southern Africa
FCDerm(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Dermatologists of South Africa
Department of Health, Western Cape
FCS(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
APRSSA - Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Southern Africa
SADA - South African Dental Association
SAAAD - South African Academy Of Aesthetic Dentistry
MTASA - Medical Tourism Association of South Africa
FCMFOS(SA) - Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa
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MyMediTravel has teamed up with Doctors, Surgeons, and Clinics to offer you a fabulous selection of Plastic and Cosmetic surgery procedures. Many of our customers shared the same opinion that Plastic Surgery and Cosmetic Surgery were actually the same. So what is the difference? While both plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery aim to improve a patient’s body, there are differences:

Plastic Surgery is reconstructive surgery aimed at reconstructing the burnt, cut, or damaged part of the body. Functional abnormalities due to accidents, burns, injuries, cancers, fractures, tumors, medical impairments, congenital defects including cleft palate, cleft lip, spina bifida, etc., fractured body parts are also treated under plastic surgery. The most common reconstructive procedure is the redevelopment of removed breasts in cancer patients, hand surgery, and the removal of tumors.

Cosmetic surgery or aesthetic surgery is involved in enhancing your physical beauty. It is not for the treatment of any disease or ailment. Your physical appearance is changed according to your desire by performing surgery. Facial features are altered by reshaping of the nose, chin implants, lip implants, brow lifting, eyelid lifting, and face lifting. Butt implants, breast implants, breast lift. and neck contouring is also prevalent. The likes of liposuction and Tummy Tucks also fall under this category.

Plastic Surgery Treatments

The procedures vary according to the purpose for which surgery is being performed. The following are some of the procedures used in plastic surgery:

  • Skin Grafting involves taking a healthy piece of skin from a Donor Site and implanting onto a damaged Recipient Site. 
  • Flap Surgery, in this type of plastic surgery a piece of flesh is transferred from one body part to the other. This piece of tissue carries its own blood supply and heals faster. It is used to treat the more complicated type of disorders.
  • Tissue Expansion, as the name indicates, the body grows extra tissue by the extension of the surrounding skin. A device called an expander is used in this method. It is a balloon-like machine that is inserted under the skin near the defected area which needs to be repaired. This is filled with saltwater allowing the skin to expand and grow.
  • Microsurgery, in this technique, very small sutures are used to connect arteries, veins, and nerves in the transplanted tissue. It makes the healing process rapid.   

Length of Stay in South Africa

This also depends upon the type of surgery being performed. Complex surgeries require a long stay in the hospital. For example, if someone is going through reconstructive surgery for burns, the duration of stay in the hospital depends upon the percentage of the burnt area. It is referred to as total body surface area burnt (TBSA%). In cases of severe burns, the stay is longer. For breast tumor removal two methods are used. In a lumpectomy, only the tumor along with some surrounding tissue is removed and the patient is discharged the same day. While in the case of mastectomy, the whole breast tissue is removed leaving the chest flat. It requires an overnight stay at the hospital. 2 days are needed if the breasts are reconstructed after the removal of the tumor. Similarly, different cosmetic surgeries require a different stay at hospital time. Butt lift surgery demands variable time which depends on your pain tolerance and healing speed. But in most cases, a minimum of 10-14 days post-op stay in South Africa is required for the removal of stitches and for follow up checks, etc.

Recovery Time

This too depends upon the type of surgery performed. It is advised to give yourself plenty of time for recovery. This will make you happy if you recover in less than the estimated time. In the case of a breast transplant, you can return to work after 5-7 days. In three months, the swelling subsides and the breasts get proper size and shape. Butt lift surgery demands four months for complete recovery. Liposuction has varying recovery times, depending on the area of the body from which fat is removed. Vaginal rejuvenation requires 3 to 6 weeks for recovery in which you need to abstain from sexual intercourse. Rhinoplasty shows an early setting within one month. However, complete results are seen after 1 year. Facelift and eyelid surgery requires 2 to 3 week recovery time.

Success Rate

Plastic surgeries are not always successful. Physical conditions of a patient are considered before undergoing surgery, and those with the least health risks are allowed to go through the operation. The success rate is higher if the subject is fit, both physically and mentally. Although the success rate is high, surgery can still go wrong. In the case of plastic surgery gone wrong, your body might become de-shaped, but surgeons are well equipped and well experienced enough to correct this as quickly as possible, which is why you must not fly home immediately after surgery.

Aftercare

Plastic surgery is a wide field, with many operations coming under this category, and aftercare for every surgery is different. Following are some tips for aftercare:

  1. Visit your doctor on a regular basis and follow his/her guidelines.
  2. Make sure that you have someone with you because recovery can take some time.
  3. Ask your doctor about a healthy diet plan. Eat nutritious food according to that plan.
  4. Take some days off work. Take rest and avoid un-necessary exercise and movement.
  5. Drink a lot of water.
  6. Do not take medicines on your own because some pain killers can increase inflammation.

Alternatives to Plastic Surgery

  • Microdermabrasion: in this method, fine crystals are rapidly sprayed onto the skin removing superficial dead skin layer.
  • Botox: Botulinum Toxin is injected into the skin which temporarily paralyzes your muscles causing skin lines and wrinkles.
  • CoolSculpting: This technique works by freezing the adipocytes present under your skin. These are crystallized and ultimately killed. After that, your body will digest them leaving fat free skin.
  • Ultherapy: This involves using ultrasound energy for skin tightening giving smooth and healthy skin.
  • Facial Fillers: these are long term, short term, or permanent fillers. Which improves your skin quality without surgery.
  • Bio Stimulators: these are the boosters of collagen production. Increased collagen gives tight and youthful skin.

In the case of reconstructive surgery, breast prostheses may be considered an alternative to breast implants. Prostheses are an artificial body part. Artificial breasts are worn inside a suitable bra giving the appearance of natural breasts. It is useful for those who do not want to go for reconstructive surgery.  

Before and After

The visible difference is seen before and after going through plastic surgery. In reconstructive surgeries, your body parts are reconstructed such as breasts. While in cosmetic surgery your physical appearance is altered.

This information has been accurately sourced and verified by a medical professional for its accuracy, however, we strongly recommend you to consult with your doctor before pursuing medical procedures overseas.

Update: 14/02/2023