Breast reconstruction surgery in Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery Clinic
About the clinic
Breast reconstruction surgery at Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery Clinic in Dubai helps restore the breast shape after a mastectomy or lumpectomy. The clinic is led by Dr. Buthainah Al-Shunnar, the first female Emirati plastic surgeon, who is double board-certified in the US and trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Patients benefit from a surgical team with over 25,000 procedures performed and a facility recognized by the Dubai Health Authority.
Reconstruction Methods and Timing
Surgeons at the clinic tailor the procedure to each patient's body and cancer treatment plan. Reconstruction can happen immediately during the mastectomy or months later. The team offers two main paths for restoring the breast mound:
- Implant reconstruction: This uses saline or silicone cohesive gel implants. Doctors may use a one-stage method with biologic mesh or a two-stage process using a tissue expander. This option involves a 1–2 day hospital stay.
- Autologous flap reconstruction: This method uses the patient's own tissue from the abdomen, back, or buttocks. Common techniques include DIEP, TRAM, and latissimus dorsi flaps. This surgery is more complex and requires a 5–6 day hospital stay.
The Surgical Process
Operations take between 2 and 6 hours under general anesthesia. To achieve a natural look, the reconstruction often happens in three stages. After the initial mound creation, Dr. Buthainah Al-Shunnar or her team performs nipple reconstruction about three months later. The final step is areola tattooing, which usually takes place six weeks after the nipple surgery. The surgeons may also perform a lift or reduction on the other breast to help both sides match.
Specialized Surgical Team
The medical team consists of experts with high-level international training. Dr. Buthainah Al-Shunnar brings over 20 years of experience to every case. She is joined by Dr. Kamal Sawan, an American Board Certified surgeon who also trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Specialist plastic surgeon Dr. Claudia Alves Silva Machado provides additional expertise in microsurgery and video endoscopic techniques, holding certification from the Brazilian Board.
Recovery and Care
The clinic provides detailed follow-up care for at least one month after surgery. Patients use surgical drains and wear a support bra to help healing. While most women return to their normal activities in 6–8 weeks, swelling and bruising typically last about 8 weeks. Complete tissue healing and scar fading can take up to two years. The medical team coordinates closely with oncologists to make sure the surgical plan supports the patient's overall health.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Endoscopic facelift | Price on request | |
| Facelift | Price on request | |
| Breast Augmentation with Fat Transfer | Price on request | |
| Breast Augmentation with Silicone Implants | Price on request | |
| Breast Implants with Breast Lift | Price on request | |
| Tummy Tuck and Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Mammoplasty | Price on request | |
| Brazilian Butt Lift | Price on request | |
| DIEP Flap Reconstruction (Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator Flap Surgery) | Price on request | |
| Thigh lift | Price on request | |
| Gynecomastia surgery | Price on request | |
| Severe gynecomastia surgery | Price on request | |
| Gynecomastia Vaser Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposculpture | Price on request | |
| Abdominal Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Neck liposuction | Price on request | |
| Mini Facelift | Price on request | |
| Breast lift | Price on request | |
| Rhinoplasty (nose job) | Price on request | |
| Tummy tuck | Price on request | |
| Otoplasty (ear surgery) | Price on request | |
| Breast reconstruction surgery | Price on request | |
| Tumescent liposuction | Price on request | |
| Lipofilling (Fat Grafting) | Price on request | |
| Forehead lift | Price on request | |
| Non-Surgical Nose Correction | Price on request | |
| Neck lift | Price on request | |
| Breast augmentation | Price on request | |
| Breast reduction | Price on request | |
| Arm lift (brachioplasty) | Price on request | |
| Chin Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Vaser liposuction | Price on request | |
| Tip rhinoplasty | Price on request | |
| Open rhinoplasty | Price on request | |
| Belt Lipectomy | Price on request | |
| Breast Lift with Implants - Round | Price on request | |
| Male Breast Augmentation | Price on request | |
| Pectoral Implants | Price on request | |
| Buccal Fat Extraction | Price on request | |
| Breast Capsulectomy | Price on request | |
| Vaser 3 Areas + Tummy Tuck | Price on request | |
| Liposuction 3 body areas | Price on request | |
| Abdominal etching (Six Pack Abs) | Price on request | |
| Lower body lift | Price on request |
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Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery Clinic: more details about the clinic
Clinical Achievements and Patient Statistics
The clinic has treated over 10,000 patients. Its surgeons have collectively performed more than 25,000 procedures. The facility holds multiple professional recognitions, including the Dubai Health Authority Award and the UAE Business Awards for Cosmetic Surgery Clinic of the Year.
Specialists at the clinic hold prestigious credentials and training backgrounds. The surgical core includes doctors trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Key team members are board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. The clinic also has a Brazilian Board Certified plastic surgeon and a PhD-qualified dermatologist.
Surgical and Aesthetic Specialties
Plastic surgery services focus on breast, facial, and body contouring procedures. The surgical team performs several complex breast operations:
- Breast augmentation with fat transfer or implants
- Breast lift (mastopexy) with internal bra techniques
- DIEP flap reconstruction for post-cancer patients
- Breast reduction and gynecomastia surgery for men
Fat transfer procedures use gentle liposuction devices. These protect live fat cells before purification and reinjection.
Facial rejuvenation options include the video-endoscopic facelift. Surgeons use small scalp incisions and an endoscope to reposition midface tissues. This method takes two to three hours and aims for a softer look with minimal visible scarring. The clinic also offers otoplasty and rhinoplasty.
Body sculpting programs combine fat removal with skin-tightening techniques. Specialists perform tummy tucks (abdominoplasty) and lower body lifts. For patients with keloid or hypertrophic scars, the clinic provides cryotherapy, steroid injections, and laser surgery to flatten scar tissue.
Aesthetic medicine and dermatology services are led by Dr. Elmira Gesheva. This department manages skin rejuvenation through several non-surgical methods:
- Botox injections for forehead lines and crow's feet
- Dermal fillers including Juvéderm and Restylane
- RF micro-needling for skin firmness
- Chemical peels in light, medium, and deep variants
Dermatology services also include Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections and specialized acne clearing treatments.
Medical Technology and Platforms
The clinic uses specific laser and ultrasound platforms for aesthetic treatments. For hair removal, specialists use the LightSheer Duet Diode Laser by Lumenis. Skin rejuvenation therapies are performed using the Harmony XL Pro and Dye-VL platforms by Alma Lasers. Surgical rooms have endoscopic cameras and monitors for minimally invasive facial procedures.
International Patient Services
Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery provides a dedicated workflow for international patients. Coordination is handled in English. The staff has experience treating patients from the USA, Brazil, and across the UAE.
The clinic offers full post-surgical support, including lymphatic drainage massage and compression garments. Specialists monitor healing through scheduled follow-up visits for at least two months after major surgeries.
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