Body feminization
Body feminization aims to harmonize the body’s contour with each person’s goals, through plastic surgery procedures. Dr. Alfredo Chama Naranjo, a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, designs an individual plan based on your anatomy, your goals, and your health, in Tijuana, minutes from the San Ysidro border crossing.
What your body feminization plan may include
The exact plan is defined during your evaluation; these are the procedures that most commonly form part of it.
Frequently, a plan combines several of these procedures in a single surgical stage, so the recovery is planned as one process rather than multiple separate surgeries.
- Breast augmentation with Motiva implants — Dr. Chama is a verified surgeon in the official Motiva locator and offers techniques such as Preservé (less invasive) and Motiva MinimalScar (minimal scarring).
- Hip and buttock contouring (BBL / fat transfer) — contouring with your own fat.
- Body sculpting / high-definition liposuction — waist and silhouette refinement.
An individual plan, not a one-size-fits-all
No two bodies are the same. Your plan starts from your specific goals and a medical evaluation that reviews your anatomy, your health history, and what is reasonable to expect in your particular case.
Surgery is performed in a hospital setting, with the emergency support, blood bank access, and trained staff that this environment provides in case of any complication.
Care is dignified and confidential at every step, from the first consultation to the follow-up after surgery.
What is reviewed before deciding on a plan
It is typically considered when your overall health is good, your weight is stable, and you have realistic expectations about what surgery can achieve for your contour. This is assessed during your evaluation, along with your medical history and the medications you take.
There are situations where it is best to postpone or seek a broader evaluation: nicotine use that cannot be stopped — smoking or vaping compromises blood flow and healing — uncontrolled medical conditions, or significant ongoing weight changes.
Dr. Chama explains every risk, complication rate, and realistic expectation during your evaluation — before you decide. A medical website that only shows results and omits risk is not giving you complete information.
Being honest about your medical history is what allows the surgeon to accurately assess your real risk and decide, together with you, whether the procedure is appropriate for your case.
What to expect, in general terms
Recovery time varies depending on the procedures in your plan and on each patient. During your consultation, you’ll receive a stage-by-stage explanation of what to expect.
Post-operative care is provided in person or remotely, depending on your location.
- First days. Swelling, bruising, and a sensation of tightness in the treated areas; managed with prescribed medication and relative rest.
- First weeks. Swelling subsides gradually; many people resume non-strenuous activities as the surgeon authorizes.
- Following months. The final contour settles as residual swelling resolves and tissues adjust.
Logistics for U.S. patients
If you’re traveling from the United States, the early post-operative period is part of the surgery, not an add-on. We guide you on the border crossing, recovery lodging, and transportation before you decide on a date.
Follow-up appointments can be coordinated remotely once you are home. It is wise to leave margin in your calendar and avoid booking non-refundable flights for the first few days.
Questions to ask during your evaluation
Before scheduling a date, it is worth leaving your consultation with clear answers.
- What procedures does my plan include and why, based on my anatomy?
- What implant or contouring technique do you recommend for my case?
- What are my biggest risk factors based on my medical history?
- Where would the surgery be performed and who administers the anesthesia?
- How does follow-up work if I live outside of Tijuana?
Frequently asked questions
How much does body feminization cost?
It is defined during your evaluation, because it depends on which procedures your plan includes and their actual extent. We prefer to give you a personalized quote. Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll guide you.
What implants do you use for breast augmentation?
Motiva implants. Dr. Chama is a verified surgeon in the official Motiva locator and offers techniques such as Preservé and Motiva MinimalScar, depending on what is best for your anatomy.
What does BBL or fat transfer involve?
It is buttock and hip contouring using your own fat, extracted via liposuction from another area and transferred to the area to be contoured. The result and exact technique are defined during your evaluation.
Can I combine multiple procedures in one surgery?
Frequently, yes. A combined plan is evaluated with you so that recovery is planned as a single process. Which procedures to combine depends on your anatomy and your overall health.
How long is the recovery?
It varies depending on the procedures in your plan and on each patient. During your consultation, the general pattern is explained stage by stage, so you know what to expect.
Do you offer consultations in English?
Yes. Consultations, planning, and follow-up are all bilingual — in Spanish and English — for local patients and those from the U.S.
I’m coming from the United States — how does the logistics work?
We offer care in Spanish and English and can start with a virtual consultation before you cross the border. We guide you on the crossing, recovery lodging, and remote follow-up.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about body feminization
What is body feminization and what does it involve?
It is a set of body contouring techniques that seek a curvier, more proportional silhouette, working the waist, hips, and buttocks as a unit. It combines liposculpture (removing fat where it is excess and defining the waist) with fat grafting to the hips and buttocks. The goal is harmony and proportion based on your anatomy, not a one-size template.
Am I a candidate for this procedure?
Generally, a candidate is an adult in stable health with realistic expectations, who has enough of their own fat to redistribute to hips and buttocks. Your current weight, health status, and habits like smoking also factor in. The only way to confirm is an in-person evaluation where Dr. Chama examines your case and defines what is possible for you.
How is it performed and what type of anesthesia is used?
It is performed in the operating room of a formal hospital setting, not in an office. General or regional anesthesia is typically used, always accompanied by an anesthesiologist, and the technique combines liposuction with purified fat grafting. The exact anesthetic and surgical plan is defined during your evaluation based on your health status.
What is the recovery like?
The first few days involve expected swelling, bruising, and discomfort, and you will be instructed to wear a compression garment and avoid direct pressure on the buttocks for a period. Most people gradually resume light activity, while physical exertion and exercise are reintroduced later. The exact rest times are defined during your evaluation, because they depend on your case and the extent of the procedure.
Does it hurt?
During surgery, you will not feel pain due to the anesthesia. Afterward, it is common to feel soreness similar to muscle aches or pressure, especially in the liposuction areas, which is usually manageable with prescribed medication and subsides over the days. We aim to be honest: it is manageable discomfort, not unbearable pain, though each person experiences it differently.
How long do the results last?
Some of the grafted fat is reabsorbed in the first few months; what remains tends to be stable long-term. The result can change if you gain or lose significant weight, since that fat behaves like the rest of your body’s fat. A stable weight and healthy habits help maintain the silhouette achieved.
What are the risks?
Like any surgery, there are risks: prolonged swelling, bruising, asymmetries, sensitivity changes, infection, or irregular fat reabsorption. Buttock grafting requires careful technique from a certified surgeon in a hospital setting precisely to reduce complications. During your evaluation, the risks applicable to your case are explained before you decide.
Does it leave a scar? Where?
The liposuction incisions are very small — just a few millimeters — and are placed in folds or discreet areas so they go unnoticed. Over time, they typically mature and fade, though their evolution depends on your skin and your care. During the evaluation, we show you where they would be based on your surgical plan.
I’m coming from the United States — how does the crossing and recovery work?
We frequently treat patients who travel from the U.S. and can help you organize your consultation and coordinate your stay. It is typical to plan a few days in Tijuana for the first follow-up appointments before returning, and with buttock grafts, to avoid long trips sitting at the beginning. The exact length of stay is defined with you during the evaluation.
Can I start with a virtual consultation?
Yes, you can start with a virtual consultation to discuss your goals, answer general questions, and orient you on the next steps. However, confirming candidacy and defining the plan always requires an in-person evaluation where Dr. Chama examines your body directly. Message us on WhatsApp to schedule your first consultation.
How much does it cost?
The cost is not fixed because it depends on the areas to be treated, the extent of the procedure, and your specific surgical plan. That is why the price is defined after your evaluation, when we know precisely what your case includes. Message us on WhatsApp and we’ll be happy to guide you in scheduling your consultation.
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Your Care Continues After Surgery
- Follow-up appointments with Dr. Chama
- Conveniently located near the San Ysidro border crossing
- Direct line for any post-op questions: +52 664 585 1602
- Detailed recovery guide before you travel home
Your safety and recovery are Dr. Chama's priority — before, during, and after your procedure.
Last updated: September 13, 2026