Medically reviewed by Dr. Daniel Saco-Vertiz, a specialist in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery, CMP 49075, RNE 34624.Last medically reviewed: October 2026 Blepharoplasty, commonly known as eyelid surgery, can help improve loose upper-eyelid skin, under-eye bags, puffiness and other changes that make the eyes look tired or heavy. The main difference is simple: upper blepharoplasty …
If you are missing most or all of the teeth in your upper or lower jaw, an implant-supported full-arch bridge may be one option to discuss with a dental professional. All-on-4 and All-on-6 are terms commonly used for a fixed bridge supported by four or six dental implants in one jaw. If you’re exploring other …
Updated, minor edit, October 2026 Our specialist plastic surgeon, Dr. Daniel Saco-Vértiz, was interviewed by Peru’s renowned COSAS.PE magazine in late September 2022. Here’s the English write-up and you can see the original in Spanish by clicking here. With twenty-two years of experience behind him, Dr. Daniel Saco-Vértiz points out that taking care of the …
Hair transplantation can restore hair in selected areas by moving follicles from a donor area of the scalp. The right plan depends on the cause and pattern of hair loss, the available donor hair, your health and your expectations. A consultation with one of our specialists is needed to determine whether surgery is appropriate and …
Maxillofacial surgery in Lima, Peru, is a specialty in medical surgery focused on solving all existing conditions or malformations in the maxillofacial structure. This structure is made up of the skull, mouth, teeth, jaws, face, head and neck. Maxillofacial surgery is dedicated to the study, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of congenital or acquired conditions …
If you are considering plastic surgery in Lima, Peru, the first step is a personalized medical evaluation. Every patient has different anatomy, health considerations, goals, and recovery needs. For that reason, a responsible recommendation and final surgical quote should follow a consultation with the specialist. At Surgery in Peru, we guide local and international patients …
If diet and exercise alone have not produced lasting results, several medically supervised treatments may help. These include semaglutide, tirzepatide, gastric balloon treatment, gastric sleeve surgery and gastric bypass surgery. There is no single best option for everyone. Medication may suit patients looking for a non-surgical programme. A gastric balloon can provide temporary support without …
If you have struggled to lose weight through diet and exercise but are not ready for bariatric surgery, a gastric balloon may offer another option. Also known as an intragastric balloon, this temporary weight-loss treatment helps patients feel satisfied with smaller portions. Unlike gastric sleeve or gastric bypass surgery, it does not involve abdominal incisions …
Gastric sleeve surgery is one of the most commonly performed bariatric procedures used to help people living with obesity achieve significant weight loss and improve their long-term health. Also known as sleeve gastrectomy, the procedure involves removing approximately 80% of the stomach, leaving behind a smaller, narrow stomach. As a result, the stomach has a …
Gastric bypass surgery is one of the most established and effective bariatric procedures for achieving significant, long-term weight loss. It can also help improve obesity-related conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea and high cholesterol. At Surgery in Peru, gastric bypass surgery in Lima is performed by Dr. Renato Landa, our …