Calf Implants Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Enhance the appearance of the calves (rear of lower legs). Procedure: Calf augmentation with implants improves the size and appearance of the calf area of the lower leg by inserting a silicone implant producing a cosmetic enhancement. Inpatient/Outpatient: This is an inpatient procedure. Possible Side Effects : Mild to moderate temporary discomfort and swelling, mild bruising. Risks : The implant may need to be removed and/or replaced to treat problems including: implant rupture, formation of scar tissue around the implant (capsular contraction), which may cause the calf to feel tight or hard, bleeding, infection and implant misplacement. Insurance : Most cosmetic surgery procedures are considered elective and therefore not covered under medical insurance. Because complications may occur even with the most qualified surgeon ,In DR you can acquired, as an extra cost, an insurance with limited coverage for eventualities in  first 30 days post-op. Recovery : The patient must wear a  moderate compression stockings for two weeks after the surgery and avoid exercise for several weeks. The patient should not consume alcohol after surgery. Alcohol consumption may be resumed after three weeks. Bruising and swelling should be gone after several weeks. Results : The outcomes vary from patient to patient; however, the overall effect is the enhancement of the calf size for an improved appearance. Visiting us : You must visit our office for the pre-op evaluation 2 days before the surgical day ( if traveling from USA / America ) or  4 days (if traveling from Europe) and stay in DR for at least 14 days for post-op follow up.