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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 05 2008 at 10:34am
Dear Tia,

Thank you for your interest in our professional plastic surgery services
when you seek surgery. The full surgery and recovery stay in Costa Rica for
Breast lifting and liposculpture cost $7000usd the price includes the
following services:


Doctor's fee, plastic surgeon , anesthesiologist and the internist
specialist
Operating and recovery room, overnight stay at the hospital following
surgery
Pre operative test and evaluation by internist
10 days accomodation at the recovery home, meals, post op cares,
transportation to and from hospital , airport transfers
2 medical bra , 2 compression garments
Therapy massages after liposculpture
Pre operative antibiotic and pain medication
All follow up appointments

You will need to stay in Costa Rica 11 days total. If you wish to have
online consultation please feel free to send a recent photos of the areas
you wish to be treated.

Do not hesitate to contact me with questions you may have. I look forward to
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 03 2008 at 7:52pm
Meechie all I have to offer is to do your research, thats all im sayin...
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 03 2008 at 4:42pm
Originally posted by relentless relentless wrote:

Ok I'm freaking out cause my Dermatologist said to go to American Laser Center in Manhattan for my stretch marks I have an appointment @ 6:30. Doing my own research on  laser stretch mark removal, don't seem right for my skin. I am pron to scars and keloids. All the videos i have seen of the procedure being preformed was on fair skinned woman or just white women all together. I'm soooo scared that there going to mess up and make my situation worse.

So here is my question for my BF's out there:

1. Do you think that they are going to tell me the truth? That I'm not a good candidate for the procedure or lie to get my money?

Help a sister who is freaking out over here!!!!!!!atomic


 
that's true all laser's are not for women of color b/c they can change your pigmentation, but there are a few that can.. the vela shape might help your situation and its a laser but its also like  Elos technology uses a state-of-the-art combination of radio frequency energy and infrared light to stimulate your body’s metabolism. Suction skin rollers are added to smooth skin and help provide for an even dispersal of energy. The effect of VelaShape is like combining the best aspects of Endermologie with LipoDissolve. VelaShape can help contour and shape your body, while providing smoother, tighter skin and reduced cellulite.
 
but i think that the fraxel laser would be best for stretch marks and for women  of color b/c i know of a brown skin woman that used it for acne scarring and her skin looks beautiful now and its also used for stretch marks.. Fraxel Laser Treatments for stretch marks. Fraxel Laser Treatments are best known as a revolutionary non-invasive procedure approved by the FDA for wrinkles, acne scarring and skin discoloration.


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 03 2008 at 11:19am
Ok I'm freaking out cause my Dermatologist said to go to American Laser Center in Manhattan for my stretch marks I have an appointment @ 6:30. Doing my own research on  laser stretch mark removal, don't seem right for my skin. I am pron to scars and keloids. All the videos i have seen of the procedure being preformed was on fair skinned woman or just white women all together. I'm soooo scared that there going to mess up and make my situation worse.

So here is my question for my BF's out there:

1. Do you think that they are going to tell me the truth? That I'm not a good candidate for the procedure or lie to get my money?

Help a sister who is freaking out over here!!!!!!!atomic


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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 03 2008 at 10:31am
sexibeach

Thanks. That is what I was wanting to look into the Brazilian butt lift. I don't want any implants. I am going to research some more Dr's in CR and see what I come up with. There is one in Tijuana that a lot of people are raving at and I hear his prices are good, but I also like the idea of going to CR for a nice get away.
Thanks ladies you all are truly the best!
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 02 2008 at 6:07pm
Originally posted by 2honest 2honest wrote:

Originally posted by luvmylf luvmylf wrote:

 2honest

Rosenstock Center (Costa Rica)
 
We don't offer the buttocks augmentation procedure, we
perform the fat grafting procedure for buttocks
augmentation: First we have to liposuction in areas we
consider you have the best fat. (For example the
abdomen-hips and waist area) to harvest the fat and
place it into the buttocks; cost of the liposuction in
the areas needed and buttocks fat grafting is $3500.

You must know that up to 30-40% of the fat might get
reabsorbed by the body; If we are able to harvest
enough fat to store; then you have an option of a 2nd
session within a 14 month period; cost for the 2nd
session is $300.



You all are really on point.
Thanks so much for that info.
I am a little confused though
We don't offer the buttocks augmentation procedure, we
perform the fat grafting procedure for buttocks
augmentation"
So when he said not offering the buttocks augmentation is that to mean implants.. I don't want any of those.

That is a great price, like I said the guy in Miami charges 14k going up to 18k. I ain't balling like that and I am not willing to take out a loan for that. I got babygirlto feed.


Those that are getting responses back are you just emailing them through the link on the website?
 
actually this procedure is called the brazilian butt lift, which is different from buttocks augmentation those are implants.. the brazilian is your own fat from lipo which i would prefer that as opposed the the buttock augmentation..
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 02 2008 at 5:40pm
Originally posted by luvmylf luvmylf wrote:

 2honest

Rosenstock Center (Costa Rica)
 
We don't offer the buttocks augmentation procedure, we
perform the fat grafting procedure for buttocks
augmentation: First we have to liposuction in areas we
consider you have the best fat. (For example the
abdomen-hips and waist area) to harvest the fat and
place it into the buttocks; cost of the liposuction in
the areas needed and buttocks fat grafting is $3500.

You must know that up to 30-40% of the fat might get
reabsorbed by the body; If we are able to harvest
enough fat to store; then you have an option of a 2nd
session within a 14 month period; cost for the 2nd
session is $300.



You all are really on point.
Thanks so much for that info.
I am a little confused though
We don't offer the buttocks augmentation procedure, we
perform the fat grafting procedure for buttocks
augmentation"
So when he said not offering the buttocks augmentation is that to mean implants.. I don't want any of those.

That is a great price, like I said the guy in Miami charges 14k going up to 18k. I ain't balling like that and I am not willing to take out a loan for that. I got babygirlto feed.


Those that are getting responses back are you just emailing them through the link on the website?
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 02 2008 at 5:14pm
Originally posted by meechie2cute meechie2cute wrote:

TEAfor2 where are you in Cali? when are you returning to CR?
 
Right now I'm in Redondo Beach and will be here (so far) until the end of June due to a contract my husband is working here. I have a lady renting my house in Costa Rica till July. 
 
 
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Sexi - Thanks again I am on their site now. I think that I will order from them because I dont have to keep replaceing the silicone sheets
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 02 2008 at 4:17pm

this is another site that has them and they use to have a listing of stores where they can be purchased, they might be a little more expensive than walgreens, but just in case so you can at least find them;

http://www.rejuveness.com/

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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 02 2008 at 4:15pm
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 02 2008 at 4:12pm
Originally posted by luvmylf luvmylf wrote:

Sexi

Where do I get the silicon sheets

TIA
I didn't have any scarring problems with my breast reduction/lift

I do have a visible scar from the tummy tuck, which I think was my fault. I did not take care of the scar the way that I should have from the beginning. I was sooooo happy with the flat stomach that I did not pay attention to the scar. I am trying to fade the scar now with every scar reduction cream/oil available

believe it or not silicon sheets work on old scars and new one's.. so you could still use that to make it lay flat.. but to fade it you can use dermarest a cream at walgreens and it really does help to fade the scars even now..you can find both at walgreens
 
 
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walgreens has some, they will flatten the scar sometimes there's a discoloration vit K cream Vita K which they sell also the spider vein one is the best can help that.. to fade the scar once its flatten dermarest at walgreens also..
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 02 2008 at 4:09pm
Originally posted by meechie2cute meechie2cute wrote:

I have decided to go  in late September 2008 and of course my list of "to do's" has increased.

1. Tummy tuck
2. lipo on back fat, inner thighs, waist
3. teeth whitning
4. varicose vein removal on legs
 
I have checked air fare and the lowest leaving from LAX here in Cali is roughly 370 and up according to how you do it.  This can be done, it is actually possibel and a wonderful reality. TEAfor2 where are you in Cali? when are you returning to CR?
 
OOOH MEECHIE
I have been looking at the prices, my body, and my bank statements for 2 days. Thanks to this post/CR
I will be getting (the list is long) maybe I should be embarassed. NOPE I'm not!
upper and lower eyes
nose job
upper arms (lipo etc) so that my upper arms stop waving when my hand does
fat grafted buttocks
lipo waist, hips, inner thighs
dental veneers
 
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Sexi

Where do I get the silicon sheets

TIA
I didn't have any scarring problems with my breast reduction/lift

I do have a visible scar from the tummy tuck, which I think was my fault. I did not take care of the scar the way that I should have from the beginning. I was sooooo happy with the flat stomach that I did not pay attention to the scar. I am trying to fade the scar now with every scar reduction cream/oil available

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believe it or not silicon sheets work on old scars and new one's.. so you could still use that to make it lay flat.. but to fade it you can use dermarest a cream at walgreens and it really does help to fade the scars even now..you can find both at walgreens
 
 
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 2honest

Rosenstock Center (Costa Rica)
 
We don't offer the buttocks augmentation procedure, we
perform the fat grafting procedure for buttocks
augmentation: First we have to liposuction in areas we
consider you have the best fat. (For example the
abdomen-hips and waist area) to harvest the fat and
place it into the buttocks; cost of the liposuction in
the areas needed and buttocks fat grafting is $3500.

You must know that up to 30-40% of the fat might get
reabsorbed by the body; If we are able to harvest
enough fat to store; then you have an option of a 2nd
session within a 14 month period; cost for the 2nd
session is $300.



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You moved your date up I see. Congratulations!!!
I am really feeling those prices for the veneers. I was in a car accident several years ago and and had to get my front 2 teeth replaced with veneers but I am not satisfied. I may have to add that to my CR package.

Thanks ladies for all the info you have placed. I am looking into getting some fat grafting (Brazilian Butt procedure). I have only heard of 2 Dr's that everyone is raving about on MMH. Dr. Fuentes in Tijuana and Dr M in Miami FL. Dr. M's prices are off the chain $18k. I have a very good foundation to work from (meaning my shape) and can't see paying that for him to resculpture my sagging butt.

Do any of you know if the Dr's in CR are doing these procedures and the price they run? Just curious. I will try emailing a couple of them to see.

I want breast lift and fat grafting for my bootay:-)
The pictures I have seen on MMH are mind blowing, I want in on some of that.

Has anyone on here gotten the fat grafting done?
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I have decided to go  in late September 2008 and of course my list of "to do's" has increased.

1. Tummy tuck
2. lipo on back fat, inner thighs, waist
3. teeth whitning
4. varicose vein removal on legs
 
I have checked air fare and the lowest leaving from LAX here in Cali is roughly 370 and up according to how you do it.  This can be done, it is actually possibel and a wonderful reality. TEAfor2 where are you in Cali? when are you returning to CR?
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 02 2008 at 3:03pm
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Thanks for letting me pick your brain, now I'm really going to look into a Dr. out there, and I'm going to take your advice. Your the best!!!!!Thumbs%20Up
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: April 02 2008 at 2:22pm
Thanks Sexi, I think I'll wait until I have kids, because I don't to do them twice, I'm already scared, I have always wanted to do it but I always tell myself that something bad's gonna happen. But seeing that so many people have tried it, I'll just keep doing my research, so that when I'm ready I make the right decision.
 
Merci Sexi
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