Dr. Xênia Portella — plastic surgery

Dr. Xênia Portella — plastic surgery is a private single-specialty practice located in Belo Horizonte, Brazil. The clinic operates across two buildings in the Santo Agostinho neighborhood. It specializes in coordinating surgical procedures with aesthetic medicine to achieve tailored patient outcomes. Care is led by Dr. Xênia Portella, who provides consultations in both Brazil and Portugal.### Clinical Expertise and RecognitionsThe practice has treated approximately 10,000 surgical patients. Dr. Xênia Portella holds the title of Membro Titular of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP). She also received the title of Honorary President at the 13th Simpósio Mineiro de Intercorrências. The clinic operates under official medical authorizations, including CRM-MG 21.682 and RQE 6273.### Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeryThe surgical department covers aesthetic improvements and corrective procedures for the face and body. Specialists perform reconstructive surgery to address changes from accidents, burns, or tumor removal. The clinic also offers specialized care for patients following bariatric weight loss. This treats excess skin and tissue flaccidity.Specialized surgical services include:

• Facelift (Ritidoplastia) to improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck.
• Blepharoplasty for functional and aesthetic eyelid correction.
• Breast Surgery including augmentation with implants, reduction, and mastopexy.
• Body Contouring through lipoaspiration, abdominoplasty, and thigh lifts.
• Septoplasty using endoscopic techniques to correct deviated septums.
• Gynaecomastia treatment to address three degrees of male breast tissue severity.

Surgical planning begins with an individual evaluation of anatomy and health status. The medical team provides recovery support throughout the entire healing process.### Hair Restoration and DermabrasionThe clinic provides hair restoration for patients experiencing baldness or thinning. Surgeons use FUT (Follicular Unit Transplantation) and FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction) techniques. These methods allow precise hair unit placement based on the patient's goals.For skin texture and scar correction, the clinic performs dermabrasion. This process uses a rotating abrasive instrument or water sanders to remove superficial skin layers. It treats deep acne scars, traumatic scars, and raised surgical edges. Surgeons can apply this technique to small target areas or the entire face.### Aesthetic Medicine and TechnologyAesthetic treatments offer non-surgical alternatives for skin rejuvenation and contouring. The clinic uses Silhouette Soft technology for non-surgical lifting. This procedure requires only local anesthesia and stimulates progressive collagen restoration. Specialists also provide Skinbooster, an injectable hyaluronic acid treatment for deep skin hydration.Diagnostic and treatment platforms include:

• Luz Intensa Pulsada (IPL) for treating stretch marks and pigmentation.
• Laser therapy for the removal of skin micropigmentation.
• Botulinum toxin and Sculptra for wrinkle reduction and volume restoration.
• Weight-loss pens as part of non-surgical slimming programs.

Each aesthetic treatment is scheduled based on specific indications and expected results. Injectable therapies often follow a starter series with periodic maintenance.### Services for International PatientsThe clinic supports patients traveling from abroad. Dr. Xênia Portella offers international consultations in Portugal at Clínica Bonfante. These appointments are available in the Cascais and Lisbon areas. The medical team provides consultations in Portuguese, English, and Spanish.