


Calf implants in plastic surgery Recife
About the clinic
Calf implants at Plastic Surgery Recife in Brazil help patients achieve better leg harmony and volume. The clinic holds multiple international accreditations, including TEMOS, SBCP, ISAPS, and ASPS. This procedure is ideal for those with underdeveloped calves, genetic anomalies, or muscle loss due to paralysis.
The Surgical Method
Dr. Milton Rocha performs calf augmentation using silicone implants to create a natural look. He places the implant over the gastrocnemius muscle through a small incision. This incision stays hidden in the posterior fold of the knee to minimize visible scarring. The surgery typically lasts about 2 hours under epidural anesthesia with sedation. This approach helps balance the proportions of the lower legs with the rest of the body.
Recovery and Aftercare
Patients stay in the hospital for 24 hours following the procedure. Recovery involves specific steps to help the healing process and manage swelling. You will need to rest for one week and keep your feet elevated several times a day for 15 days. For the first month, you must wear compression stockings and shoes with medium heels. Most patients return to their normal daily activities after 15 days. Physical exercise can usually begin one month after the surgery.
Expertise at Plastic Surgery Recife
Dr. Milton Rocha leads the surgical team as a Titular Member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery. He completed his residency at prestigious institutions like Hospital das Clínicas FMUSP in São Paulo. Dr. Rocha also holds memberships in the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. The clinic supports international patients with airport pickup and 24-hour nursing care. Home nurse visits and physiotherapy are also available to help during the initial healing phase.
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Treatments prices in the clinic
| treatment | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Tummy tuck | Price on request | |
| Butt implants | Price on request | |
| Breast lift | Price on request | |
| Buttock lift | Price on request | |
| Brazilian Butt Lift | Price on request | |
| Endoscopic facelift | Price on request | |
| Face Contouring | Price on request | |
| Mommy makeover | Price on request | |
| Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Six Pack Male Tummy Tuck | Price on request | |
| Mons Pubis Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Love handles liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposuction 3 body areas | Price on request | |
| Full Body Lift | Price on request | |
| Facelift | Price on request | |
| Rhinoplasty (nose job) | Price on request | |
| Mammoplasty | Price on request | |
| Body Jet liposuction | Price on request | |
| Cheek implants | Price on request | |
| Neck lift | Price on request | |
| Thigh lift | Price on request | |
| Calf implants | Price on request | |
| Arm lift (brachioplasty) | Price on request | |
| Reconstructive surgery | Price on request | |
| Abdominal Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposuction of the Thigh | Price on request | |
| Buttocks liposuction | Price on request | |
| Back Liposuction | Price on request | |
| Liposculpture | Price on request | |
| Labiaplasty | Price on request | |
| Breast Augmentation with Fat Transfer | Price on request | |
| Labia Reduction | Price on request | |
| Radiofrequency calf reduction | Price on request |
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plastic surgery Recife: more details about the clinic
Plastic Surgery Recife is a private clinic in Recife, Brazil, founded in 2016. The facility specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery under Dr. Milton Rocha's leadership. Over the past 10 years, the medical team has performed thousands of surgeries. The clinic operates two specialized departments and partners with Hospital Memorial Star for patient safety.
Accreditations and Specialist Credentials
The clinic holds international and national certifications that verify its clinical standards. These include accreditations from TEMOS and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). Dr. Milton Rocha is a Titular Member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP).
Additional memberships include:
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
- Rhinoplasty Society of Europe (RSE)
- Associação Brasileira de Cirurgia Plástica Estética (BAPS)
Plastic Surgery Specialties
The clinic provides surgical and non-surgical treatments for the face, breasts, and body. Surgeons create individualized plans for every reconstructive and aesthetic case. Physiotherapy support is built into the care pathway to help recovery after major operations.
Body Contouring and Liposuction
Specialists perform body-shaping procedures to remove excess fat and tighten skin. These include lipoaspiration, brachioplasty (arm lift), and coxoplasty (thigh lift). The clinic offers several methods for body enhancement:
- Ultrasonic Liposuction with "Safer" technology for fat removal
- Abdominoplasty to correct muscular laxity and remove excess skin
- Gluteoplasty using silicone implants placed under the gluteal muscle
- Fat grafting for subtle contouring using the patient's own tissue
Abdominoplasty procedures typically last 2 to 4 hours under general or peridural anesthesia. Patients undergoing gluteoplasty can often return to usual activities within three weeks.
Breast and Facial Procedures
The clinic provides breast surgeries including reconstruction, reduction, and mastopexy (breast lift). Mastopexy repositions the areola and compresses tissue to improve breast contour. Most patients return to moderate activities two days after a breast lift.
Facial rejuvenation options include:
- Deep Plane Facelift for advanced tissue repositioning
- Piezo Rhinoplasty using ultrasonic tools for precise bone refinement
- Blepharoplasty for eyelid correction
- Rinomodelação for non-surgical nose reshaping using fillers
Non-surgical facial treatments include botulinum toxin, chemical peels, and CO2 laser sessions. The clinic also treats gynecomastia (male breast tissue growth) through adenectomy and liposuction. Most gynecomastia patients return to work within 24–48 hours if no intense effort is required.
Advanced Medical Technologies
Renuvion plasma-jet technology tightens skin with minimal tissue trauma. It is often used to treat skin laxity after pregnancy or prior liposuction.
Other available technologies include:
- Retraction radiofrequency to promote skin firmness after fat removal
- Morpheus for fractional skin treatment
- Fractional CO2 laser for intimate rejuvenation and skin resurfacing
- Piezo ultrasonic inserts for bone surgery
Intimate laser sessions last about 30 minutes and require no incisions. This allows recovery without interrupting daily routines.
International Patient Support
The clinic offers a dedicated concierge service for international patients visiting Brazil. Support begins with personalized online consultations to determine eligibility and plan the surgical journey. Patients should arrive in Recife several days before the operation for pre-operative assessments.
Services for international travelers include:
- Airport pickup by a private driver
- Coordination of local accommodations
- 24-hour assistance from a nursing team and physiotherapists
- Home nurse visits during recovery
- Continuous monitoring via a dedicated WhatsApp recovery group
The team remains available 24 hours a day to manage post-operative needs. This gives patients direct access to their surgeons throughout healing.
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Av. Rui Barbosa, 715, Sl 707-708, Recife, PE, Brazil, 52011040
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