Plastic Surgery Blog

Recovery guides, costs, safety and procedure comparisons from Dr. Jean Paul Giudicelli Saba, board-certified plastic surgeon in Santo Domingo.

Post-op body contouring result photographed at the clinic
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10 Questions to Ask Before Booking Plastic Surgery Abroad

10 questions to ask before plastic surgery abroad: surgeon, hospital, anesthesia, complications and follow-up. A checklist from the Dominican Republic.

Body contouring result: patient in an orange outfit on a boardwalk
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Ozempic Body — Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss with GLP-1 Medications

Loose skin after Ozempic weight loss? Plastic surgery procedures that help, when to operate after GLP-1 medications, and options in the Dominican Republic.

Abdomen and waist after body contouring surgery in the operating room
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Tummy Tuck and BBL at the Same Time — Is It Safe and Is It Right for You?

Can you get a tummy tuck and BBL at the same time? Who is a good candidate, how recovery positioning works, and how long to stay in the Dominican Republic.

Woman relaxing on a tropical beach
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Lymphatic Massage After Plastic Surgery — Why It Matters and What to Expect

Lymphatic massage after plastic surgery: why it matters, when to start, how many sessions you need, and how it helps prevent fibrosis. Dominican Republic.

Plastic surgeon making surgical markings during a procedure
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Silicone vs. Saline Implants — Which Is Right for You?

Silicone vs. saline implants: how each looks and feels, safety, lifespan, and who suits each one, explained by a plastic surgeon in the Dominican Republic.

Dr. Jean Paul Giudicelli Saba in black scrubs at his clinic
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How Long Should You Stay in the Dominican Republic After Plastic Surgery?

How long to stay in the Dominican Republic after plastic surgery: the minimum stay by procedure, follow-up visits, and when it is safe to fly home.

Plastic surgeon performing abdominal surgery in the operating room
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Mommy Makeover Recovery — What to Expect Week by Week

Mommy makeover recovery week by week, from the first days to final results, plus tips for a smoother recovery after surgery in the Dominican Republic.

Buttocks immediately after a Brazilian butt lift (BBL) in the operating room
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BBL Safety in the Dominican Republic — What You Need to Know Before Your Surgery

BBL safety in the Dominican Republic: what has changed, how to choose a safe surgeon, red flags to avoid, and the recovery rules that protect your result.

Plastic surgeon performing liposuction in the operating room
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Tummy Tuck vs. Liposuction — Which One Do You Really Need?

Tummy tuck vs. liposuction: which one do you need? Loose skin, muscle separation or stubborn fat, explained by a plastic surgeon in the Dominican Republic.

Waist and buttocks immediately after Lipo 360 in the operating room
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Lipo 360 in the Dominican Republic — What Is It and Is It Right for You?

Lipo 360 in the Dominican Republic: what it treats, how it differs from standard liposuction, who is a candidate, pairing it with a BBL, and recovery.

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