Facelift Africa

I always had big breasts but post-menopause I went from a 36dd to a 38g/h cup. Never been able to wear a dress as a size 18/20 top but a 12 in trousers. I hated my profile as my body looked so out of proportion. This year has had cancelled holidays my husband supported me in looking for a reduction. I wanted to stay in the North West due to Covid so began to research a consultant. Price was also a factor in my decision as we had a budget. I came across Mr El Gawad on several sites & having read reviews I rang to make an appointment. I first saw him back in June. He absolutely agreed my breasts were too big but he also after examination that I had an internal hernia & excess skin post 3 pregnancy should also be removed in his professional opinion. He then marked my body what he would do should I opt for both procedures & costs were then emailed. Following discussions And the health benefits these would have I agreed to have the breast reduction, muscle repair & tummy tuck. Due to covid, my surgery didn’t go ahead until early October. I was daunted by such a big surgery but at the same time looked forward to seeing the results. Following my op, I had 2 drains from the tummy tuck for a couple of days. It wasn’t pleasant & for the first 24 hours, I was in a lot of pain. Also my BP was low & sats as my body reacted to the 9k removal. I was closely monitored by the nurses & Mr El Gawad was called out to see me. As my iron was low I agreed to a transfusion which overnight worked making me feel myself again & I was discharged after 3 nights. I knew the risks involved as the comprehensive literature given described possible reactions. I was very much looked after by the nurses & my surgeon. I knew that one nipple was moved with adequate blood flow to it but I needed a graft on my left nipple. 5 weeks on I am healing well & the scars are just fine lines. The graft still has some way to go but is healing from the outside in so all is good. My belly button was also removed as there was too much scared but I have a new one made. I look at myself in the mirror and love myself again. I still have to swell on my torso which in time will reduce wearing the compression garment. The first couple of weeks were tough mainly the muscle repair but pain wise not really noticeable. I started doing things 2 weeks ago again domestically for my children & I am back driving locally. I have wanted this for years and my surgeon making it happen has transformed my life. If your thinking about having this done then I say go for it.

I have known Dr Meintjes since 1986. Over the years, he has performed various minor surgeries on myself, my wife and our youngest daughter. His service has always been excellent, nothing too small for him. He has always been friendly and keeps his patients well informed. Always has time for the smallest of surgeries required. Hope that he will be around for a good number of years to come and wish him all of the best.

Good Professional Clinic. Looking forward to the procedure at the end of the month.