Yesid Cárdenas

Yesid Cárdenas, Plastic surgeon

Specialization: Plastic surgeon
Workplace: Colombia, Medellín, Dr. Yesid Cárdenas (Cirujano Plástico y Estético)
- Specialist at the clinic in Medellín, Colombia, providing Plastic Surgery consultations that assess both the aesthetic and structural aspects of the nose, including its functional condition.
- Performs ultrasonic rhinoplasty/septorhinoplasty using an electric device that fractures nasal bones with ultrasound.
- Provides and explains post-operative recommendations, and follows patients throughout the recovery process.
- Offers a broad surgical range including Rhinoplasty, Septorhinoplasty, Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty), Laser Liposuction (Laser Lipolysis), Otoplasty, Blepharoplasty, and Breast Implants/Augmentation Mammaplasty.
Dr. Yesid Cárdenas is a plastic surgeon in Medellín, Colombia, specializing in ultrasonic rhinoplasty. He uses ultrasound-assisted bone work to reshape the nose. Dr. Cárdenas earned his medical degree from the Universidad Nacional de Colombia and completed plastic and aesthetic surgery training at the Universidad de Antioquia. He is a member of the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery (SCCP).
- Uses ultrasonic devices to fracture nasal bones for aesthetic and functional results.
- Performs facial procedures including forehead lifts, eyelid surgery, and ear correction.
- Performs body contouring via laser liposuction and tummy tucks with abdominal etching.
- Organizes recovery plans for patients traveling to Medellín.

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Qualifications

Dr. Yesid Cárdenas is a plastic surgeon in Medellín, Colombia, specializing in aesthetic and functional nose surgery. He uses ultrasonic rhinoplasty technology, which employs an electric device to reshape nasal bones with ultrasound precision. Dr. Cárdenas is a member of the Sociedad Colombiana de Cirugía Plástica (SCCP) and maintains registration with the Dirección Seccional de Salud.

Surgical Specialization and Techniques

Dr. Cárdenas performs a variety of facial and body contouring procedures. He combines aesthetic planning with functional corrections, particularly in nasal surgeries. Additionally, Dr. Cárdenas provides structured pre– and post-operative guidance to support patient recovery.

Facial Surgery

Rhinoplasty and Septorhinoplasty for appearance and breathing improvements.
Ultrasonic bone work to minimize trauma during nose reshaping.
Frontoplasty (forehead lift) using techniques to hide scars within the hairline.
Blepharoplasty for correcting upper and lower eyelid sagging.
Otoplasty to correct prominent ears and Ritidoplasty for facial rejuvenation.
Bichectomy for buccal fat removal and Botox for cosmetic wrinkle reduction.

Body and Breast Contouring

Laser Lipolysis and Laser Liposuction for controlled fat extraction and abdominal etching.
Abdominoplasty and Lipoabdominoplasty to contour the midsection.
Breast Augmentation using round or anatomical implants.
Mastopexy (breast lift) with estimated 15–day initial recovery periods.

Professional Background

Dr. Cárdenas operates a private practice in Medellín for international and local patients. He uses a combined anesthesia approach for forehead lifts to ensure stability and pain control. This method helps manage discomfort after the procedure.

Work Experience

Specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery at his private clinic in Medellín, Colombia.

Education and Training

Undergraduate Medical Degree – Universidad Nacional de Colombia.
Specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery – Universidad de Antioquia, Medellín.

Memberships and Certifications

Sociedad Colombiana de Cirugía Plástica (SCCP).
Registered Plastic Surgeon with the Dirección Seccional de Salud.
Member of various international scientific societies in plastic surgery.