Posts Tagged ‘cosmetic surgery procedures’

Sunday,March 14th, 2010

by Denise

Cosmetic surgery continues to be one of the most popular types of surgery for individuals traveling abroad. From rhinoplasty (nose surgery) to tummy tucks to reconstructive breast surgeries to a full cosmetic face lift, thread face lift to acupuncture face lift techniques, men and women around the globe continue to seek the best face lift, cosmetic eyelid surgery for a more youthful appearance, the best in breast augmentation or breast reduction, and of course, affordable cosmetic surgical procedures that are also safe, effective and provide desired results. Medical destinations in India and Thailand are leaders in cosmetic plastic surgical procedures.

Blepharoplasty or eyelid surgery removes excess skin from upper or lower eyelids. In the United States, eyelid procedures cost between $1,500-$7,000. Medical travelers to India may enjoy lower costs, on average $1,000 and to Yanhee Hospital in Bangkok, Thailand, where patients can get the procedure done around $700- $1,400.

Surgery of the nose (rhinoplasty) is one of the most popular procedures done in cosmetic reconstructions. In the United States, rhinoplasty procedures may cost between $3,000-$8,000, though in Thailand, the same procedures may be performed for roughly $900-$1,500. Costs in India are around $1,000.

A face-lift, or rhytidectomy treatment or procedure helps improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck area. In the United States, the average cost of a full facelift can range between $6,000 and $15,000 but as high as $25,000. Indian facilities like Fortis Hospital in New Delhi, India and locations in Thailand offer costs run a tenth of fees charged in the US and the UK.

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Sunday,February 28th, 2010

by Denise

Boasting a reputation for providing a wealth of services at half the cost in other countries such as dental care, cosmetic and plastic surgical procedures, hip replacement and more, medical travelers can anticipate saving up to 50% on medical procedure costs in Mexico, without the lengthy wait times for appointments or surgery in the U.S. or Canada and throughout western Europe.

 

Mexico has become one of the most popular medical tourist destinations for many Americans and Canadians, as well as travelers from other countries. Mexico enjoys some of the most modern and technologically advanced facilities in the world, including the Almater Hospital and Mexicali Obesity Solutions.

 

Providing highly trained and experienced surgeons and physicians in fields of cosmetic dentistry, cancer treatment, cosmetic plastic surgery treatment and cosmetic surgery procedures, fertility treatment centers, and Lasik eye clinic care. Mexico is a popular destination for bariatric weight loss surgery, including lap banding, laparoscopic gastric banding, obesity surgery centers, obesity gastric bypass surgery, and other forms of laparoscopic obesity surgery.

 

Mexico is also a leading destination providing treatment for chronic disease treatment abroad, chronic inflammatory disease processes, and chronic lower respiratory disease processes utilizing a variety of technologies such as those utilized by Advanced Medical Group or including cord blood stem cell therapy, hematopoietic stem cell therapy, and umbilical cord stem cell therapy in facilities such as Integra Medical and ProgenCell.

 

Mexico is a leader in providing certified, accredited and affordable health care abroad in a large number of medical fields through experienced and highly trained medical providers, just a few of the benefits of traveling to Mexico for healthcare needs.

 

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Tuesday,December 29th, 2009

by Denise

How much are you worth?

 

And since when should money be a deciding factor on whether or not a person receives the medical care or drugs he or she needs to survive?

 

For example, depending on the type of procedure or surgery that is performed, cardiac surgeries have widely differing price ranges. However, they are among the most expensive surgical procedures performed in the United States. Coronary bypass surgery can cost up to $20,000 for one bypass, more if additional bypasses are required. A heart transplant can cost over  $150,000!

 

Highly acclaimed facilities and cardiac surgeons can be found in Jordan, Thailand and Singapore for a fraction of the costs in the U.S. For example, an angioplasty balloon procedure in the U.S. can cost up to $57,000, while in India, the cost hovers around $11,000 and in Thailand the same procedure costs about $13,000.

 

Laparoscopic gastric bypass procedure in the United States costs roughly (and a minimum) of $30,000. In India, the cost averages about $16,500. In Mexico and South American destinations, costs may average between $9,800 and $13,000. 

 

Liposuction costs and treatments are defined by the area where fat is located and the anatomical focus. To put it quite simply, larger areas cost more. For example, the cost of liposuction to the lower abdomen costs around $2,000 in the United States. Liposuction to the outer thighs may cost $1,600 each. Medical tourists may benefit through cosmetic surgery procedures centers in Argentina, where charges costs are less, generally under $3,000, which in many cases includes lodging. Liposuction in India costs one tenth of what it costs in the United States.

 

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Thursday,December 24th, 2009

by Denise

It’s time once again for end-of-year promises and New Year’s resolutions - which means self improvement and image repair. Consumers seeking cosmetic or plastic surgery to help restore breasts through breast augmentation or breast lifts, or those hoping to lose weight through liposuction, body sculpting or obesity and weight loss surgery such as bariatric surgical procedures, lap bands, gastric bypass or other techniques will be looking for cheap options to meet their goals.

However, remember that cheap isn’t always the bottom line when it comes to cosmetic surgery procedures. Yes, medical travelers can save thousands if not tens of thousands of dollars on cosmetic surgery in foreign destinations, not because standards or quality is lower, but because of different health care systems, lower malpractice and liability premiums and methods of practice in locations like Argentina, Turkey and Thailand, just to name a few.

Choosing a qualified plastic surgeon is of vital importance. The surgeon you choose should be a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons or a Society of Plastic Surgeons in the country of origin. Surgeries should be performed in an accredited facility by certified surgeons experienced in their specialty. Physicians and surgeons should be willing to inform potential clients of their training, experience and education, and offer proof of such, no matter the foreign destination that is chosen. When it comes to cosmetic surgery, follow the same practice you would in your home country: ask for qualifications, experience and success rates. Don’t be shy. After all, it’s your body.

 

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Wednesday,June 3rd, 2009

by Denise

Once again, the summer months are almost upon us. We take a look in the near, try on favorite summer clothes, and realize that we’ve got some changes to make. Cheap plastic surgery is available to help take a nip here, a tuck there. Cosmetic surgeries may involve anything from liposuction to breast augmentation, a nose job, or even a thigh lift. Cosmetic surgeons in foreign destinations are highly skilled, world-renowned, and offer a multitude of cosmetic surgery procedures to meet any needs, at costs Americans can afford.

Cosmetic and plastic surgery and most cosmetic dental treatment procedures are not covered by medical health insurance in the United States. Is it any wonder that millions of Americans travel abroad to destinations such as Croatia, Brazil, or India for affordable plastic and reconstructive surgery?

Whether you’re looking for noninvasive plastic surgery, obesity plastic surgery or reconstructive cosmetic surgeons, the world is literally at your fingertips. Board-certified plastic surgeon options, plastic surgery specialists in cosmetic surgery center options are available in foreign destinations.

We all want to look our best, but many of us can’t afford the astronomical costs of cosmetic procedures in the United States. Venturing south to Latin America for affordable cosmetic surgery in Brazil at the world renowned Center of Plastic Surgery and Rehabilitation, or traveling to central Europe to locations in Turkey or locations in Croatia such as Dr. Toncic’s Cosmetic Surgery Clinic are growing in popularity. So whether you’re looking for cosmetic plastic surgery nearer to home or want to enjoy the benefits and exotic destination vacation blended with excellent cosmetic surgeries in Thailand, PlacidWay offers reliable and relevant resources for all your cosmetic surgery abroad needs.

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Monday,May 4th, 2009

by Denise

Many women, whether because they’re dissatisfied with their looks or because of accidents or surgery, wish to improve the appearance of their breasts. However, most cosmetic surgery procedures in the U.S. are not covered by insurance unless that surgery is medically necessary.

 

Looking for a cosmetic surgery center that can offer what you’re looking for and one that offers a board certified plastic surgeon or affordable reconstructive plastic surgeons is often difficult. Don’t take chances by choosing cheap plastic surgery.

 

Breast implant procedures are often performed on an outpatient basis, depending on the patient’s need. Some implant surgeries might be done under local anesthesia, depending on whether breast implants are inserted behind or in front of chest muscle tissues and whether implants are inserted into one or both breasts.

 

Breast reconstruction procedures are determined by the medical situation, as well as breast size and shape. Women with small or medium-sized breasts are typically the best candidates for breast reconstruction procedures that utilize live tissue transplantation or tissue flap procedures to replace surgically removed or damaged breasts.

 

Thanks to the growing popularity of medical tourism, you have options for excellent plastic and reconstructive surgery in exotic locations such as Hungary, South Africa, Poland, Costa Rica, Turkey and more. Facilities such as Medical Poland, in Bydgoszcz or the Aesthetica International Medical Center in Budapest, Hungary are accredited facilities staffed with certified and well-trained surgeons, physicians and support staff.

 

Understand your options when it comes to cosmetic surgery abroad, and take the time to thoroughly research those options for optimal results.

 

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Monday,January 19th, 2009

by Denise

One of the most popular cosmetic surgeries (and one that continues) is plastic surgeries and reconstruction of the breast. Whether a woman believes she’s too flat, too large, or off-kilter, there are cosmetic plastic surgeons out there who can help.

Here are the basics of three main types of breast cosmetic surgery procedures:

Breast augmentation plastic surgery or breast reduction surgery is a very common cosmetic plastic surgery procedure that helps to increase fullness as well as to balance the feminine figure.

Breast lift surgery is also a common breast plastic surgery that helps to raise and firm the breasts through removing excess skin to reshape and support breasts. Older women dealing with the forces of gravity generally choose this type of breast surgery.

Breast Reconstruction is a popular type of cosmetic plastic surgery that focuses on repairing the structure and appearance of a breast that has been damaged due to injury, surgery or mastectomy procedures.

For more detailed information regarding these types of surgeries, visit Breast Augmentation, Breast Lift and Breast Reduction.

Such plastic surgery procedures can be quite expensive in the U.S., which is why Americans are traveling abroad for their cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures these days. Destinations in Europe, South America and Pacific Asia provide superlative treatment options for travelers, as well as cost savings. An example of one such facility is the Cosmetic Surgery Clinic Dr. Toncic in Zagreb, Croatia.

So take a vacation, and take care of your medical needs at the same time, and at savings that have to be seen to be believed.

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