Plastic and reconstructive surgery at Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery Clinic in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, offers patients access to a team trained at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital. The clinic is led by Dr. Buthainah Al-Shunnar, the first female Emirati American Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Patients choose this facility for its high ethical standards and a track record of over 25,000+ procedures performed.
The surgical department features specialists with extensive international training and certifications. Dr. Buthainah Al-Shunnar is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. She is double board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. Her expertise includes post-cancer reconstruction and microsurgery.
Dr. Kamal Sawan also brings over 20 years of experience to the clinic. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and previously served as the Chief of Plastic Surgery in Oklahoma. Joining them is Dr. Claudia Alves Silva Machado, a Brazilian Board Certified specialist. She has over 25 years of experience and focuses on video-endoscopic techniques for minimally invasive results.
The clinic uses modern techniques to improve recovery times and aesthetic outcomes. Surgeons perform various procedures for the face, breast, and body:
Safety begins with a consultation, blood tests, and a pre-anesthetic assessment. Depending on the surgery, patients may stay at the hospital for one to four nights. For example, a facelift usually requires one night, while a lower body lift may need up to four. The clinic provides a structured recovery protocol to help healing. This includes lymphatic drainage massages, compression garments, and scar management. Doctors follow up with patients for at least two months after the operation.
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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.
Plastic surgery services focus on breast, facial, and body contouring procedures. The surgical team performs several complex breast operations:
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:
Dermatology services also include Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) injections and specialized acne clearing treatments.
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.
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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