Dr. Marco Sariñana has performed 1,100+ surgical procedures over 16 years, specializing in aesthetic surgery. The all-inclusive dimple creation package may cost around $1,500-$1,800, typically covering the procedure, medications, and round-trip transport from San Diego. The clinic offers 32 private rooms and holds Consejo de Salubridad General accreditation. Dr. Sariñana serves as Secretary of the National Council of Aesthetic Surgery.
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Dr. Joaquin Ayala Del Muro is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Hospital de la Familia. He is best known for complex facial rejuvenation and body contouring procedures. Dr. Ayala Del Muro completed a fellowship in Brazil under the late Ivo Pitanguy. He maintains a medical record with zero lawsuits or patient deaths.
Hospital de la Familia is a boutique medical facility 200 yards from the US-Mexico border. It specializes in gastroenterology, cardiac surgery, and neurosurgery. The hospital is accredited by the General Health Council of Mexico.
This operation creates cute indentations on cheeks or chin, enhancing the smile via a minimally invasive, quick recovery process.
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