Every year around 1.2 million tourists from all over the world travel to Mexico for medical treatments that are more affordable and are of high quality.
The great majority of medical tourists that flock to Mexico each year come from the United States and Canada.
The reason behind this is that the health care system in the United States is very inaccessible, therefore Mexico is a good affordable option, not only that but it’s also very close in proximity to the United States and Canada.
According to the Medical Tourism Association, 8 out of 10 medical tourists that visit Mexico are from the United States.
Mexico is mostly known for its cosmetic procedures and it boasts a wide variety of them, from facial surgery procedures to body contouring ones. Such as breast augmentation, rhinoplasty, among others. Here is a list of the top plastic surgeries in Mexico, divided by area.
| Facial Surgery | Facial Surgery Body Contouring | Breast Surgery |
|---|---|---|
| Facelift | Tummy Tuck | Breast Augmentation |
| Rhinoplasty | Brazilian Butt Lift | Breast Lift |
| Face Contouring | Liposuction | Breast Reduction |
| Lip Augmentation | Mommy Makeover |
Patients who are considering undergoing cosmetic or plastic surgery must be 18 years or older. They must also be in overall good health so that any risks or complications can be minimized or completely avoided. In addition, patients must be non-smokers or be willing to quit smoking because it can lead to complications or infections that can easily be prevented if the patient doesn’t smoke.
There are some specific requirements for each procedure. For example, for a Brazilian butt lift surgery, the patient must have a BMI of between 20 and 30. Some other procedures require the patient to have healthy skin with good elasticity. In other cases, facial structure can also be a factor for certain cosmetic procedures such as the buccal fat removal surgery.
It’s crucial that patients that are considering plastic surgery do their research. They should inform themselves on the procedure, possible risks and all information that is relevant, they should also have a consultation with their chosen surgeon who will guide them through the whole process. As well as read reviews from other patients so that they can get the point of view of someone who has already gotten cosmetic surgery.
Mexico is one of the most visited countries for medical tourism. The main reason behind this is that Mexico offers high quality medical treatments at affordable prices. The reason why Mexico has lower prices is due to the fact that their running costs are lower, such as heating, property costs and fees. In addition the cost of medical supplies in Mexico is lower.
However, this does not mean that the procedure is of lower quality in Mexico. In fact, this country has high quality surgeons who have studied in the United States, as well as well equipped and modern clinics and hospitals. Here’s a table comparing the average price of certain plastic surgery procedures in Mexico vs the United States and Canada:
| Mexico | United States | Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Brazilian Butt Lift: $4,500 | Brazilian Butt Lift: $6,500 | Brazilian Butt Lift: $10,500 |
| Liposuction: $2,500 | Liposuction: $5,500 | Liposuction: $4,500 |
| Breast Augmentation: $4,500 | Breast Augmentation: $5,500 | Breast Augmentation: $8,000 |
| Rhinoplasty: $3,500 | Rhinoplasty: $8,000 | Rhinoplasty: $9,000 |
| Tummy Tuck: $4,500 | Tummy Tuck: $6,500 | Tummy Tuck: $8,500 |
| Mexico | United States | Canada |
|---|---|---|
| Brazilian Butt Lift: $4,500 |
Brazilian Butt Lift: $6,500 |
Brazilian Butt Lift: $10,500 |
| Liposuction: $2,500 |
Liposuction: $5,500 |
Liposuction: $4,500 |
| Breast Augmen- tation: $4,500 |
Breast Augmen- tation: $5,500 |
Breast Augmen- tation: $8,000 |
| Rhinoplasty: $3,500 |
Rhinoplasty: $8,000 |
Rhinoplasty: $9,000 |
| Tummy Tuck: $4,500 |
Tummy Tuck: $6,500 |
Tummy Tuck: $8,500 |
Like any plastic surgery there are risks and unwanted side-effects. However, complications are uncommon. The risk of complications can be reduced by carefully following the pre-op, post-op and recovery instructions given by your medical team and to choose right, it’s important that the patient keeps searching for options until they feel comfortable with their decision.
Thousands of patients every year from all over the world travel to Mexico to receive premium medical treatment, world-class success rates show the safety protocols followed by board certified surgeons in Mexico.
It’s important to keep in mind that choosing the right surgeon and medical facility plays a big role in the outcome of your procedure and guarantees a professional and safe experience. Remember, if it looks too good to be true, it might be. The patient must inform themself enough before choosing the facility and surgeon because this will reduce any possible risks, this is the most important step before choosing to go through with any kind of medical procedure.
The most popular plastic surgery performed in Mexico according to data from 2018, is liposuction while breast augmentation ranked second.
While plastic surgery is used to reconstruct the face or body, cosmetic surgery is used to enhance the patient's appearance.
Each year, the number of men who undergo cosmetic surgery increases. More and more men are growing comfortable with undergoing these procedures.
All plastic surgery procedures call for some kind of anesthesia. It’s important that patients ask their surgeon which type of anesthesia is recommended for their desired procedure.