Dream Transformations: The Surprise
On Tvi’s “Goucha” program on December 7, 2023, we caught up with Dora, who weighed 145 kilos at the age of 15. Now 25, she has lost 80 kilos and had a dream of improving her body, which has undergone major changes as a result of her weight loss. Our team, together with the Cordeiro […]
Breast Cancer: Breast Reconstruction
On National Breast Cancer Prevention Day, we shared on CMTV’s “Manhãs CM” program the story of our patient Cristina Carvalho, who, after being diagnosed with breast cancer, underwent immediate breast reconstruction. A story of courage and overcoming, which reflects the extremely important role of Plastic Surgery in restoring physical and psychological well-being. More articles Na […]
Abdominoplasty | Case 2
Correction of abdominal dermolipodysmorphia (abdominal apron with abdominal fat and diastasis of the rectus abdominis muscles) with medium/high definition liposuction, repositioning of the navel and muscle adjustment.
Mommy Makeover | Case 5
Mommy Makeover case in a 42-year-old patient who underwent Mastopexy with implant through a periareolar incision, high-definition abdominal liposuction, back liposuction and bilateral gluteal lipograft (fat tissue from the abdominal region and back was reused).
I have scars – how do I make them disappear?
It’s important to know that whenever we have a scar, it won’t disappear. However, when the scars are well planned (surgical scars), the tissues are well manipulated and the technical art is carried out with mastery, the likelihood of obtaining a more favorable healing increases. In a simplistic way, we can think of the surgical […]
Mommy Makeover | Case 4
Mommy Makeover case in a 42-year-old patient who underwent Mastopexy with implant through a periareolar incision, high-definition abdominal liposuction, back liposuction and bilateral gluteal lipograft (fat tissue from the abdominal region and back was reused).
Abdominoplasty | Case 2
Correction of abdominal dermolipodysmorphia (abdominal apron with abdominal fat and diastasis of the rectus abdominis muscles) with medium/high definition liposuction, repositioning of the navel and muscle adjustment.
Breast cancer: I had a mastectomy and no breast reconstruction. Am I still in time?
The question that gives this short article its title is not uncommon. Often, in consultation, I am confronted with patients who, for one reason or another, have chosen not to undergo Breast Reconstruction. The main reasons are lack of medical information, lack of access to a plastic surgeon or lack of empathy and/or trust. Breast […]
Breast Cancer: Awareness and the Role of Plastic Surgery in Breast Reconstruction
Breast Cancer: Awareness and the Role of Plastic Surgery in Breast Reconstruction October is the month to raise awareness of the prevention and early diagnosis of Breast Cancer, one of the most common cancers in the world. On RTP’s “Bom dia, Portugal” program, Dr. Rúben Malcata Nogueira explained the fundamental role of Plastic Surgery in […]
Breast Implants: Positioning and Breast Reconstruction
Breast Implants: Positioning and Breast Reconstruction Breast implants are mostly used for aesthetic reasons – when a woman wants to increase her breast volume – but also in cases of breast cancer, where breast reconstruction is necessary. Implants have purposes and specificities that vary from patient to patient, such as their shape, size and even […]
