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Saturday, 11 May 2013

Knee Replacement in India - Take a new stance in life


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Painful knee joints may cripple your daily activities 

If your Knee has been in pain and have been suggested of Knee Replacement surgery, please read more to take a bold new stance in life..

You have remained in pain and have been managing the pain with some or the other conservative treatments. But it’s getting difficult by the day, and the treatments don’t seem to be working for you anymore.
The next step your doctor has recommended is replacing your knee joint and you also know its best done as early as possible. You are no longer ready to bear the pain and know that this is what will give you a new stance in life. This will significantly help relieve the pain you are suffering and will improve the function in your severely diseased knee joint.
You would do good to consider the following risks and benefits before having your knee replaced. And it will also mean preparing for a dedicated rehabilitation efforts for weeks / months after the surgery. 

Keep in mind, Knee is a complex hinge joint!

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Knee joint anatomy

 
Knee joint not only allows you to bend and extend you lower leg, but also has a roll and glide feature, which makes it a complex mechanism. Like the grease, surfaces of this joint are covered with cartilage, which a smooth, cushiony substance which enables smooth movements with in the sliding surfaces of the joint. Ligaments which are attached to bones in the upper and lower leg provide stability and the long muscles in the thigh provide strength and stability.

When does a Knee Joint require a Replacement?

Total Knee Replacement (TKR) is most commonly done to improve pain and function of a knee joint which has got damaged due to conditions such as Osteoarthritis (OA) or Rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Osteoarthritis (OA) usually comes with old age and is a condition marked by loss of cartilage and sometimes loss of bone on the surface of knee joint. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition marked by inflammation that causes painful swelling, which eventually can destroy cartilage and bone around the joint.

When is the time to act?

When the pain in the joint significantly affects your day-to-day activities, such as walking, climbing stairs, getting in and out of chair, getting down from bed etc. And even when you are resting moderate to severe pain may persist.
A Total Knee Replacement (TKR) is usually performed when other conservative treatments like modification in activity levels, use of walking aid, pain relievers or anti-inflammatory medications have lost their affect and are not helping any more.

Who can undergo Total Knee Replacement (TKR)?

Total Knee Replacement (TKR) can be carried out on adults of all ages, but it is most common for older adults. General health of the person, especially following factors should be taken in account before deciding to carry out the replacement –
·         Diabetic condition
·         Infections or conditions that may restrict bold flow
·         For younger or relatively more active adults, life span is an important consideration because of normal wear and tear of the replaced knee joint. Abuse of the replaced joint may however be a cause of concern at any age

Benefits from the replacement of knee should be weighed against following risks related to the surgery, which may include –

·         Infections
·         Knee stiffness
·         Blood clotting in the leg veins or lungs, and potential for heart attack, stroke and nerve damage
·         There also exists a small chance that the pain may not go away and functions don’t return to the levels of a healthy knee

What will be the installation & action plan?

Before the surgery
·         An orthopaedic surgeon will assess the range of motion, stability and strength of your knee
·         X-ray will be done to view the extent of damage

New components fitted during Knee Replacement
During the surgery
·         You will be given either general, spinal or epidural anaesthesia with sedation, so that you don’t have pain from the waist down.
·         Surgery generally takes less than two hours
·         Surgeon will remove damaged cartilage and bone to prepare the joint surfaces for new components to be fitted
·         Specialized metal and plastic components are positioned to achieve near frictionless joint surfaces
·         Before the incision is closed, your surgeon will check to see if the knee works properly
After the Surgery
·         Typically, you will need to spend a couple of nights in the hospital
·         You pain relief may be managed with injecting a local anesthetic to numb the set of nerves that give sensation to your leg
·         You may be given intravenous antibiotics to prevent infections
·         Special support stockings or special compression bots may be used to help promote circulation of blood, and you may also be given blood thinners
Post-operative rehabilitation
·         This typically begins the day after surgery is done, and you will be taught simple exercises which will promote circulation
·         A physical therapist will teach you a range of motions that will help in strengthening and achieving range of motions

Where Total Knee Replacement (TKR) surgery be done?

A good surgeon, a good clinical facility at a cost which you can afford are the very obvious pre-requisites! You may do a bit of research to choose an option which may be best for you. And if you are on a budget, and do not want to compromise on quality of surgeon or facility, you may also choose to avail the surgery abroad. A quick comparison of major destinations may help you make an informed choice.  


 

India

USA

UK

Australia

Surgery cost ($)

11,000 - 13,000

45,000 – 60,000

28,000

27,000 – 45,000

Travel to India related cost ($)

750 to 1000

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-

-

Total cost

11,825 – 14,075

45,000 – 60,000

25,000 – 40,000

27,000 – 45,000

 

Do I need a health travel planner and facilitator to arrange my surgery abroad?

A reputed health travel planner and facilitator may be of great help when seeking an option beyond the borders of your own country. An experienced facilitator may provide you with a ready dossier of preferred surgeons and clinics, and at negotiated better than retail rates with clinics, surgeons and hotels. A well-researched facilitator may also be of lot of convenience as you are saved of checking destination opportunities, clinic’s accreditations, surgeons’ credentials, research and arrangements with surgeons’ appointments, airport pick-ups and drop-offs, accommodation arrangements, sightseeing and more..
IndiCure is the most renowned and trusted name in planning and facilitating your Knee Replacement surgery in India with the best of orthopaedic surgeons at world class clinical facilities. Increasing number of patients from across the world have successfully undergone Knee Replacement surgery with IndiCure in India.  
For more information on your surgery in India, you may write at info@indicure.com or call at +91 9818462127 or +91 932036777

Monday, 29 April 2013

Weight loss surgery- Great help for people with heart problems

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Obesity is causing a lot of burden on already overburdened healthcare system


With expanding waistlines of people across the world, scientists are concerned about the affect of obesity to the increasing burden to healthcare system which is already overburdened with a number of diseases.
It’s now estimated that over one-third of Americans are overweight, and another third are obese. Scientists have proven that the risk of having cancer increases with obesity and now recent studies prove that Weight-loss surgery helps people with heart failure or other heart diseases.  

A clinic study was done on a set of people with heart failure, of which around 70% were markedly obese and underwent bariatric surgery while the rest did not undergo bariatric surgery. Participants were classified using the formula based on height and weight- their body mass index. Adults with BMI of 30 or more are considered obese and those with BMI of 40 or higher are considered to be severe or morbidly obese.

A follow up was done during four years after the surgery, which showed that the average BMI dropped from 53 to 37 among those who underwent bariatric surgery, while the BMI increased  from 42 to 45 among those who did not undergo surgery.

Signs and symptoms of heart failure, such as swollen legs and labored breathing during exercise — improved only in those who had bariatric surgery.  The study, though says, further research needs to be done, proves to a great extent that bariatric surgery is helpful for people who are extremely obese and can produce long lasting improvements in disease symptom of heart patients.

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Obesity and Heart Disease
Besides being helpful in heart problems, bariatric or weight loss surgery has proven to be a great help in patients with diabetes, sleep apnea and people suffering from low self esteem and even depression. Bariatric surgery has proven to be a boon for patients suffering from low self esteem or psychological problems.

The cost is a deterrent factor for people living in western countries where the cost is extremely high. However, weight loss surgery abroad can prove helpful for people looking for affordable weight loss surgery without delaying the decision to undergo the procedure.

The cost of weight loss surgery in India is less than a third of the cost of weight loss surgery in UK, USA, Australia or any other country.

IndiCure

IndiCure is the most renowned name for providing affordable weight loss surgery in India with the best bariatric surgeons. A number of patients from various countries have successfully undergone bariatric surgery with IndiCure in India.  For more information on obesity surgery in India, write to us at info@indicure.com or call us at +91 9818462127 or +91 932036777

Saturday, 20 April 2013

Plastic Surgery after major weight Loss


Massive weight loss following bariatric surgery or otherwise results in loose and hanging skin which does not conform to the new body shape. Because of excessive weight loss, the skin loses its elasticity and becomes stretched and saggy. This saggy skin usually develops around breast, abdomen, thighs, buttocks, upper arms and even around face and neck and can make your body contour look irregular and misshapen.

Plastic surgery for body contouring after weight loss, known as body lift, improves the shape and tone of the underlying tissues that support fat and skin and removes excess skin and fat from the body. The surgery is popularly known as “body contouring surgery” or “body lift surgery”. Body lift surgery can be done only for the lower body- abdomen, thighs, buttocks and back and thus known as “Lower body lift” and if done for upper body as well, is called as Total body lift or Full Body lift surgery. Total body lift surgery includes breast lift, arm lift and sometimes face and neck lift as well.

If you have lost excessive weight after bariatric surgery or otherwise, you are a candidate for body lift plastic surgery.  It is common to perform body lift surgery in stages to avoid long anaesthesia and for the fast recovery of the patient. There can be a gap of few days to few weeks between two or various body lift surgery procedures.

Few body lift or body contouring surgeries leave only small, inconspicuous scars, while more noticeable scars may result when surgical removal of fat and skin is necessary to achieve the results. But most patients happily accept the scars for a shapely body for wearing swim suit or form fitting clothes and greater self confidence.

Few of the most commonly performed body lift procedures are:

Lower body Lift:

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Lower body lift

Lower body lift surgery treats the sagging skin of the abdomen, buttocks, hips and outer thighs in one procedure. The incision is extended completely around the body to remove the “belt” of excess fat and skin and is thus also known as “belt lipectomy”. It removes circumferential wedge of tissue. In the front, it removes hanging skin and fat and tightens the muscles, similar to what is done in a tummy tuck. The excess tissues located in the back and sides are removed by extending the incision around the sides and back as well. The resulting scar is similar in shape as “thong bikini”

Lower body lift essentially results in elimination of hanging apron, flattening of belly, lifting of thighs, lifting and defining buttocks, pulling up droopy pubic region and waist creation.

Medial thigh lift

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Median thigh lift


Medial thigh lift tightens the sagging skin in the inner thighs. The incision is made in the groin region and excess skin is removed and the remaining tissues are tightened.

Breast lift
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Breast Lift


Breast lift or breast uplift raises and uplifts the droopy sagging breasts to give them a more youthful and perky appearance. Breast lift brings the breast to the position where they should be. Some patients may require implants to give volume and projection to the upper pole. Incision is made around the nipple and then to the crease under the breast and horizontally along the crease of the breast.  It usually becomes inconspicuous fast.

Upper Arm Lift

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Upper arm lift


Arm lift medically known as Brachioplasty, removes excess skin and fat deposits from the upper arm to give arms a youthful pleasing contour. The incision for the arm lift extends from elbow to the underarm on the inner side of the upper arm and many a times on to the side of the chest in massive weight loss patients. The surgeon removes excess skin and fat through this incision and closes it.

Face and Neck lift
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Hanging facial skin
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After Face and Necklift
                                                 


After excessive weight loss, even your facial skin can become loose and flaccid, resulting in cheek pads dropping, formation of jowls and resulting in the loss of a defined jawline. The skin of the neck also becomes loose and saggy.

Face and neck lift raises the cheek pads, improves the jowls and removes the loose and sagging skin. The incisions are made in front of and behind the ears and extend into the hair above and behind the ears and are inconspicuous.

Body contouring surgery can be quite expensive if you are staying in country like UK, USA, Canada, Australia or New Zealand.  A number of patients are travelling abroad for affordable plastic surgery overseas, especially India. Not only the cost of plastic surgery in India is much less, the surgeons are quite renowned and the plastic surgery facilities great.

IndiCure is the most renowned name for providing affordable plastic surgery abroad. Having served hundreds of clients from over 30 countries, IndiCure understands your requirements well.

For more information on body lift after massive weight loss, you can write to us at info@indicure.com or call us at +91 9320036777 or +91 9818462127.

Wednesday, 3 April 2013

Total hip replacement- which hip implant is best for me?



The first hip replacement was performed around 40 years back, which was called Charnley hip apparatus back then after the name of Sir John Charnley, who performed the first hip replacement. Much advancement in techniques and type of implants has happened since then. From a smooth, polished stainless steel stem and a plastic socket, which were cemented or glued into place at that time, there are a variety of implants available now which are either cemented or not cemented for the bone to grow around the implant.

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Cemented and Un cemented Hip Implant options
Though cemented implants have a long track record and continue to do very well, most of the hip replacements done in United States these days are not cemented, but are inserted in the bone so that the bone grows into the implant anchoring them.

In the last 10 years, major improvements in the artificial bearing surfaces of implants have been approved for use in the U.S. The stem portion of most hip implants is made of titanium- or cobalt/chromium-based alloys. They come in different shapes and some have porous surfaces to allow for bone in growth.

The ball portion of the implant and the acetabular socket is made of variety of materials which include:
·         metal on metal (MoM)
·         metal on plastic (polyethylene or UHMWPE)
·         ceramic on plastic (UHMWPE)
·         ceramic on ceramic (CoC)

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Because of different variety of implants available, it has become a matter of major discussion and decision between the patient and the surgeon. Not only the implant options, the technique and technological advances are also a matter of important decision.  Terms such as “ capping the femur” “ minimally invasive hip replacement surgery” are frequently used terms besides “Metal on metal”, “porcelain hip” which are a major point of discussion and decision.

The patient is often left wondering “Which is the best hip implant for me?” “Should I or should the surgeon decide about the type of implant and technique to be used on me?” “Is the latest and technique and implant best for me?”

The fact is that no one knows what the "best" implant is. Experts say that the ideal hip replacement implant is the one that allows for normal activities, normal motion, and last the patient's lifetime.

It is also important to note that not everyone is a good candidate for all techniques and implants. The decision about which type of hip replacement to be done over another should be based on knowledge about its durability, use and drawbacks. Majority of new implants or surgical techniques have shown to have patient specific or implant specific drawback.

For example, minimally invasive hip replacement with smaller incision is many a times detrimental in adequately placing implants. Ceramic-on-ceramic total hip replacement has shown squeaking in 1 to 2 percent of patients. Total hip resurfacing, or capping the femur, may work well for some people, but not in others and in certain groups may increase the risk of femur neck fracture. Currently, it can only be done with metal-on-metal bearing surfaces and not everyone is a good candidate for these bearing surfaces. That's because metal-on-metal hip replacement has the potential downsides of allergy and hypersensitivity reactions — which may occur in one out of 1,000 patients. There are also fears of elevated metal ion levels in the bloodstream that could potentially cause detrimental long-term health problems, but this potential problem is purely theoretical and has not been proved in humans despite decades of use.

The best way to choose the right implant for you is to discuss this with your surgeon. The surgeon would consider your age, gender, weight, lifestyle and severity of joint degeneration. The doctor will also look at necessary and possible range-of-motion with the implant, stability of the implant and wear-resistance of the materials in light of your physical and lifestyle activity considerations.

The best or right implant for you is the one which fits the following criteria:

·         The implant has minimum track record of 10 years
·         The surgeon has used the implant before
·         The implant is fit to be used for your specific condition

Total hip replacement has proved to be a boon for the patients for many years now. Implants and technology shall continue to evolve, but the best implant for you can be chosen after understanding the risks and benefits of it. 

IndiCure is the most renowned name for providing affordable hip replacement surgery in India. For more information about best hip replacement options for you, visit us at  http://www.indicure.com/joint-replacement-surgery/total-hip-joint-replacement.htm  or write to us at info@indicure.com or call us at +91 9320036777 or +91 9818462127 

Monday, 1 April 2013

Cosmetic surgery after pregnancy and childbirth- Be a Yummy Mummy


We understand how tough it is for women to get back in shape after pregnancy and child birth. Although child birth is the most precious moment in a woman’s life, but the changes it brings to the women's body are bothersome. The body is stretched in all proportions and fat gets deposited on tummy, hips, buttocks, thighs, arms, breasts sag- all this takes a toll on women’s self esteem and confidence. 

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Be a Yummy Mummy!


Mommy makeover is a comprehensive set of cosmetic surgery procedures carefully chosen to overcome the effects of pregnancy on women. Women who have finished pregnancy and reached a stable weight are ideal candidates for mommy makeover. Not only restrained to recent mums, any woman who wants to get back in shape may opt for mommy makeover.

The expected results after mommy makeover are remarkable since several body areas are contoured and  worked upon thus giving a great transformation in your body. Each mommy makeover is different as each procedure is chosen according to the unique needs of each mum. For instance, women who have extensive fat deposition on breast and tummy may choose breast reduction and tummy tuck, those having fat deposition on flanks may opt for liposuction and tummy tuck. 


At IndiCure, we understand that each mum is unique and so are the body types and changes after child birth.  IndiCure brings carefully selected yummy mummy packages to address post pregnancy effects on women.


The Yummy 1 and Yummy 2 are two quintessential packages to turn the clock back on women. The incredible feature about the procedures is the cost of the packages which are a fraction of what one would pay for yummy mummy packages in USA or UK. The prices are inclusive of private hospital fee, anesthetic, operation theater and surgery charges, accommodation in a twin sharing room, pre and post surgery consultations with the surgeon, one buffet breakfast daily, all transfers to/from the hospital and airport/hotel.





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At IndiCure, our core values are Safety, Excellent and Trust and so are the experiences of mommies having undergone mommy makeovers in India. In her own words, Jennifer from USA says..“I'm turning forty four in one month and I feel more attractive, more self-confident and more comfortable than ever”

IndiCure is the most trusted name for providing quality cosmetic surgery holidays in association with best plastic surgeons in India. Clubbed with tropical holiday, you can get back to your pre pregnancy shape at scenic locations in India. 

For more information about Yummy Mummy packages in India write to us at info@indicure.com or call us at  +919818462127 or +919320036777 or visit us at http://www.indicurecosmeticsurgery.co.uk 


Saturday, 30 March 2013

Plastic Surgery for older men and women


According to American Society of plastic surgery, about 350,000 adults older than 55 underwent some sort of cosmetic surgery in 2011 and the numbers continue to swell as the population is aging. The fact that many older people are hitting the golden years in good health and are full of energy is the driving force to undergo knife. And the motivation is to look much younger- the way they feel!

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More and more elderly are undergoing plastic surgery
 to reverse the signs of aging 

Plastic surgeons say that healthy older adults are at equal risk of complications as their younger counterparts- age does not per-se increases the chances of complications. It is the health of the individual which determines his candidacy and chances of complications for plastic surgery. Which means a healthy old man is at a lesser risk of complication when he undergoes a plastic surgery than a young man who is not so healthy.

Cosmetic surgery, however, still a surgery and should be considered with full seriousness. Even if everything goes perfect, you would undergo some sort of anaesthesia, cutting and manipulation of tissues and your body would have to rally for healing that up. You would have bruising and swelling that would last for few weeks.  And there can always be some problematic complication such as muscle weakness, skin numbness, blood pooling under the skin or wound-heal etc.

It is thus important that you should know the risks and results of the surgery well before plunging into it. The most important thing is that you should have realistic expectations from the surgery. If you are dissatisfied with your body image and seek plastic surgery as cure for dissatisfaction, you would, in all probabilities be disappointed. If you are, however, happy with yourself and seek cosmetic surgery to improve your appearance, you are more likely be happy with the results of the surgery.

Plastic surgery procedures most popular among older men and women



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Facelift reverses the sign of aging from your face and sets the clock back by about 10-15 years. It is the most popular plastic surgery procedure among men and women above 55. Face lift is usually combined with neck lift for best results and also with upper and lower blepharoplasty brow lift, forehead lift etc to rejuvenate the complete face. The operation is done under general anaesthesia and takes about 3-4 hours.

Breast surgery

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Breast Lift surgery uplifts the sagging breasts


The most common breast procedure asked by women at this age is revision of the previous breast implant because over the years breast implants may need a replacement. The other most commonly asked procedure is Breast Lift or mastopexy which can be done at the same time as breast implant revision or breast reduction surgery.


Liposuction removes fat from a particular area of the body which has not gone despite diet, exercises and other efforts. The procedure entails inserting small cannulae in the area to be treated to suck the extra fat. The skin then moulds itself to the new body contour. Your skin should have good elasticity for good results; else your skin may look loose and non smooth after the procedure.


Tummy tuck is more extensive surgery and involves a large incision with major repair and tightening of skin and muscles. Some adults 65 or older, do undergo tummy tuck, but recovery is typically longer and harder than the other procedures listed above.

If you are above 55 and looking for affordable cosmetic surgery in India, you can visit us at http://www.indicure.com/cosmetic-surgery.htm or http://www.indicurecosmeticsurgery.co.uk

IndiCure is the leading name for providing cosmetic surgery holidays in India. We have a panel of expert cosmetic surgeons who are extensively trained and have performed plastic surgery on a number of elderly people from across the world. For more information about most affordable cosmetic surgery in India, call us at +91 981846217 or +91 9320036777 or write to us at info@indicure.com 

Tuesday, 26 March 2013

How much does breast uplift surgery cost?


It is indeed exasperating pouring your sagging breasts in the bra every morning and then see them migrate southwards every night when you remove the bra.  Mastopexy, commonly known as breast lifting is the procedure that can help you bring your breasts where you want them to be!

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Disturbed with  your sagging breasts

Breast uplift surgery works by reshaping and lifting the sagging breasts to give them a firm and uplifted appearance. The surgery can be performed alone or in conjunction with breast augmentation. Breast lift surgery entails removing excess skin from around the areola and bottom of the breasts, tightening the skin envelop, adding more volume with a breast implant to give the breasts a projected appearance. By doing so, the position of nipple areola complex is shifted to a more elevated and youthful position.

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While deciding for a breast lift surgery, the first question that comes to the mind is How much does a breast lift surgery cost? There are a number of factors that together decide the overall cost of the procedure such as:


  • How extensive is the surgery required: The cost of breast uplift surgery depends upon how much is the tissue that needs to be re positioned, i.e, how big and saggy are your breasts. The larger the tissue needs to be re positioned; the higher is the cost of breast uplift surgery.

  • How experienced is the surgeon: Senior and more experienced surgeon always commands a higher price than a novice and not so experienced surgeon. 

  • How big is the facility: Cost of getting the operation done in a bigger facility or a hospital with sophisticated technology and state of the art facilities is always higher than a small clinic or a surgeon’s office.

  • Where are you getting the procedure done: Cost of breast uplift surgery or any plastic surgery is higher in western countries than in Asian countries. This is not because there are any differences in the quality of care or standard of facilities. The cost of plastic surgery is low because of the low endowment costs and the highly favorable exchange rates. 

Because the cost of getting the surgery done in India is much less as compared to the cost of plastic surgery in UK, US, Canada, Australia or any other western country, a lot of people travel overseas for availing plastic surgery. The more important factor is that one gets the same quality of care and services at mush lesser prices. The fact that millions of people come to India for plastic surgery is a testimony of the fact. Nobody would like to avail substandard facility or result even if the price was lesser.

It is however important to choose the right surgeon and thus the right company to arrange for your procedures. Not only you get complete peace of mind when you are alone in a strange country, they help you make the right choices.

IndiCure is the most renowned company for cosmetic surgery holidays in India. With hundreds of clients from more than 30 countries, IndiCure understands your requirements well. 

For more information about breast uplift surgery in India, you can write to us at info@indicure.com or call us at +91 9818462127 or + 91 9320036777.



   
     
   
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