Plastic surgery or cosmetic surgery deals with procedures involving beautification and to enhance the physical appearance of an individual. These procedures are usually performed for cosmetic reasons and at times for medical reasons as well. The person performing surgical cosmetic surgeries is actually a surgeon with specialization in performing cosmetic surgeries. Utmost care should be taken to taken to select your cosmetic surgeon as the results cannot be overwhelming in some cases.. Read More about Plastic Surgery →

Average Plastic Surgery Cost

Turkey	Starting from $2,100
Thailand	Starting from $3,000
Mexico	Starting from $4,000
India	Starting from $6,500

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Frequently Asked Questions about Plastic Surgery

Who is a plastic surgeon?

A plastic surgeon specializes in surgical procedures for reconstruction, restoration or altering the physical structure of the face and body. This includes reconstructive procedures for the correction of facial and body defects due to birth disorders, trauma, burns or diseases (cancer). Cosmetic surgery is also a part of plastic surgery and it focuses on enhancing the physical appearance of the person. As cosmetic or aesthetic surgery is performed on the functional area of the body, these are considered elective procedures and not treatment of disease.

What kinds of procedures are performed by a plastic surgeon?

Plastic surgeons are trained specialists who have good at performing a variety of procedures that are reconstructive in nature. They also perform a number of aesthetic procedures for all areas of the face, neck, and body.

Reconstructive procedures:

Surgeries (repair) for all burn cases
Treatment of soft tissue trauma
Cleft lip and palate repair
Diabetic wound care
Skin graft or Flap reconstruction after trauma
Facial palsy reconstruction
Hand surgery
Low extremity reconstruction
Correction of ptosis on upper eyelids
Ear reconstruction
Syndactyly (wholly or partly united fingers/toes) separation
Breast reconstruction

Cosmetic procedures:

Reduction mammoplasty (Breast reduction)
Augmentation mammoplasty (Breast augmentation)
Liposuction session
Mastopexy
Abdominoplasty
Facelift
Eyebrow lift
Thigh lift
Blepharoplasty
Rhinoplasty (nose job)

Can a dermatologist perform the same procedures as a plastic surgeon?

Plastic surgeons and dermatologists are both involved in procedures that help patients look their best. Aesthetic or cosmetic services performed by these two ranges from post-cancer treatment recovery, repair disfiguring injuries or simply altering their appearance. But although these doctors have similar goals and there is some overlap in the procedures they perform, they have very different career paths. Dermatologists mostly rely on non-surgical methods of treatment while plastic surgeons are trained specialists who can perform major surgical procedures.

Note: Dermatologists specialize in skin cancer treatment and may perform limited surgical procedures, typically Mohs surgery to remove the tumors.

Who is a good candidate for plastic surgery?

Typically, people having good overall health are considered to be good candidates for plastic or cosmetic surgery. However, having realistic expectations from the surgery results is also an important factor. During the consultation, you must discuss with your plastic surgeon what are your plastic surgery goals, medical history and any concerns you have about the procedure. This helps the surgeon make an informed and realistic assessment regarding your suitability for cosmetic surgery.

How long is the period of hospital stay after plastic surgery?

Plastic and cosmetic surgery is usually performed on an outpatient basis, so no hospital stay is required. However, some procedures, especially complex surgeries, may require hospitalization of 1 to 3 days. This mainly depends on the type of procedure, the technique used, the health status of the individual, the risk of complications and others.

How can I find the best plastic surgeons in Dubai?

Choosing a suitable plastic surgeon is a critical decision as it can impact the outcome of the surgery. A skilled plastic surgeon with good experience in the procedure of your choice can increase your chances of achieving the best results.

The following points can help you select the best plastic surgeon in Dubai for your procedure:

Check the credentials of the doctor: qualifications, training, board certification
Look for the surgeon’s years of experience in the field of the cosmetic and plastic surgeon
Their expertise in the specific procedure that you want
Read the reviews and feedbacks/testimonials given by other patients for the doctor
Check the facilities and advanced technology available at the hospital/medical facility they work for.

Look at the list of the best plastic surgery hospitals in Dubai.

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What is the cost of plastic surgery in Dubai?

The plastic surgery cost in Dubai mainly depends on the surgical procedure that is needed and the extent of the surgery (such as the extent of repair required in burn cases).

There are other factors also influence the overall cost of plastic surgery in Dubai:

Quality of the hospital ( Click here to see the list of hospital and inquire for a particular one)
Surgeon’s feeRoom category
Additional procedures, if required
Duration of hospital stay

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When will I be able to resume work after the surgery?

Generally, a person can return to work in around 2 weeks after the procedure. But this time period may vary from patient to patient, depending on multiple factors such as pain tolerance, the extent of inflammation, any complications, healing speed.

What post-surgery precautions should be followed?

For having the best results after your plastic surgery, it is important to follow the instructions given by the doctor after reaching home. These include:

Follow the medication plan exactly as prescribed by the doctor
Talk to the surgeon if you feel confused about anything.
Use ice packs/compress to reduce redness and swelling
Apply creams or ointments as prescribed by the doctor to help the healing process
If you had a facial procedure, avoid using makeup until the doctor suggests otherwise or it is completely healed.
If you had breast augmentation procedure, avoid sleeping on your stomach till the time the doctor gives a go-ahead.
Be extra careful to avoid sun exposure, especially to the site of surgery.

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Dr. Chandra Bose Vellani Thamunni

Plastic Surgeon | Consultant

MBBS, MS (Gen. Surgery), DNB (Gen. Surgery), Mch (Plastic Surgery)

Works at Zulekha Hospital Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

More than 13 years of work experience in the field of Plastic Surgery. Dr Chandra Bose has Completed training in Plastic Surgery from St. John\'s Bangalore and worked at St. John\'s medical college as Assistant Professor in Plastic Surgery Dept. Previously associated with at Lakeshore Hospital Kochi, Aster MIMS Hospital Kozhikode and Baby Memorial Hospital, Kozhikode, Kerala India.

Clinical Focus

Aesthetic Plastic Surgery – Liposuction, Abdomino Plasty Breast Surgery, Male breast Surgery Correction, Genital Rejuvenation Surgery.
Reconstructive Plastic Surgery – for Post Oncological Reconstructions, Post Traumatic Deformity, Post Burn Deformities
Trauma Surgery – Trauma Reconstruction, Hand Surgery, Facio – Maxillary Surgery.
Hand surgery
Pediatric plastic surgery for Congenital Deformity Correction
Osmidrosis Surgery
Micro – Vascular Reconstructive Surgery

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Dr. Mamdouh Salah Eldin

Plastic Surgeon | Consultant - Plastic Surgery

Works at Al Zahra Hospital

Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Dr. Mamdouh Salah Eldin is a Senior Consultant Plastic Surgeon and a graduate from the Cairo University with highest honors. After Dr. Mamdouh completed his Master’s Degree in Plastic Surgery, also from Cairo University, he went on to continue his training at the Birmingham Trauma Hospital and St. Lawrence Hospital in England, where he received a Diploma in Plastic Surgery.

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