Dr. Chris Snijman – Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

• Dr. Chris Snijman has an above 20 years of experience, his special interest is in Breast Reconstruction, Cleft Lip, and Palate.

• In 1991 he has completed his  MBBCh from the University of Witwatersrand and in 2000 completed his FC PLAST SURG (SA) from Colleges of Medicine, SA
• He is humble about his status but has boastfully served on the Executive Committee of APRASSA for 12 years, including President of APRASSA from 2016-2018, and is the Immediate Past President of APRASSA.
• He holds the position of Chief Ombudsman Plastic Surgery South Africa.

Dr. Chris Snijman’s Details

What are the conditions Dr. Chris Snijman treats?

There are several conditions treated by Dr. Chris Snijman.

Some of the common conditions include

• Cleft lip – A cleft lip occurs when developing facial structures in an unborn baby don’t close completely, it is an opening or split in the upper lip.
• Dermabrasion – It is a technique to remove the outer layer of the skin by rapidly rotating the device to sand the epidermis.
• Bichectomy – Bichectomy is the surgical procedure that partially removes oral fat or buccal fat pad is removed also the volumetric reduction of the lower third of the face and the definition of contours and angulations, making the face esthetically pleasing.
• Septorhinoplasty – A septorhinoplasty (or ‘nose job’) is an operation of the nose (rhinoplasty) to improve its appearance of it and to improve the breathing through your nose (septoplasty). The operation involves the bones and cartilage that give your nose its shape and structure and make your septum straight.
• Tummy Tuck – Tummy Tuck also known as abdominoplasty,  is a cosmetic surgical procedure to improve the shape and appearance of the abdomen by removing excess fat and skin to tighten the muscle.
• Breast Reduction – It is also known as reduction mammaplasty surgery is an operation to remove extra fat, tissue, and skin from your breasts.
• Breast Implant – It is also known as breast augmentation, is a cosmetic surgical procedure where a silicone or saline implant is inserted through an incision in the breast to give a natural big breast.
• Body Contour – Body contouring, or body sculpting, can remove the fat, shape areas of the body, and skin tightening.
• Vaginoplasty – Vaginoplasty is a procedure to construct or repair a vagina after childbirth or gender-affirming.

Why choose Plastic and Reconstructive surgeons in South Africa?

• You can get the best treatment, facilities, and different surgical procedures in Lagos. There provide upgraded technologies and techniques used by Plastic and Reconstructive surgeons.

• In Lagos, renowned hospitals also provide the Topmost Plastic and Reconstructive surgeons and healthcare facilities. Here, the patients from Africa visit, and patients from neighboring countries visit Lagos for treatment.
• Plastic and Reconstructive surgeons in South Africa are considered the best because of their high experience and skilled doctors.  They have also a high success rate and are renowned internationally.
• The mode of payment is easy and digital. Pay your bill according to your convenience. Cash, debit card, online payment, and a credit card are accepted.

What are the latest techniques in plastic surgery used by Dr. Chris Snijman?

• Micro Device – It enables surgeons to conduct microsurgery that allows for tiny incisions and barely any scarring – making it a popular option for many patients. This technology is helping create better, safer, and more realistic results.
• Augmented reality system – It enables the creation of 3D simulations of the desired results of facial reconstructive procedures and projects them over the patient’s face during surgery.
•  Cryolipolysis – This is a non-incision fat reduction method, where fat cells are frozen and then shrink over the course and get disposed of. 

How does Dr. Chris Snijman treat their patient?

• Dr. Chris Snijman is a reputed Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon specialist in Lagos.
• He treats his patient with great responsibility and always keeps his patient under observation after medicine recommendations.
• He suggests you out a proper healthy diet which includes home-cooked food, cardio exercise, drinking around 2-3 liters of water, and sound sleep.
• He thoroughly determines the patient health issue before applying or implementing any further medical procedure.
• He suggests patients with financial crises with better options and opinions.
• He also always suggests the best course of action if any critically arises.

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