Plastic Surgery Mexico

Top Procedures, Costs and More…


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.

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Top Plastic Surgery Procedures in Mexico

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

Facial Surgery

  • Facelift: this procedure improves signs of aging on the face and neck. It repositions or removes skin, fat and muscle.
  • Rhinoplasty: this surgery changes the shape of the nose. It improves appearance and sometimes even breathing.
  • Face Contouring: this cosmetic procedure improves the proportion and overall facial features of the face.
  • Lip Augmentation: the main objective of this procedure is to make the patient’s lips look fuller and plumper.


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Body Contouring

  • Tummy Tuck: this cosmetic surgery aims at improving the appearance of the abdomen.
  • Brazilian Butt Lift: this procedure aims at enhancing the size and shape of the buttocks by transferring fat from other parts of the body.
  • Liposuction: this surgical procedure uses a suction technique to remove fat from the desired area of the body.
  • Mommy Makeover: this procedure is a combination of body contouring procedures combined together to improve the changes brought by pregnancy.

Breast Surgery

  • Breast Augmentation: this surgery is done to increase breast size.
  • Breast Lift: this procedure raises the breasts by tightening the surrounding tissue.
  • Breast Reduction: this procedure removes excess fat, tissue and skin from the breasts.
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Candidacy for Plastic Surgery in Mexico

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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.

Cost of Plastic Surgery in Mexico

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

Safety of a Plastic Surgery in Mexico


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.


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FAQS

  • What is the most common plastic surgery performed in Mexico?

    The most popular plastic surgery performed in Mexico according to data from 2018, is liposuction while breast augmentation ranked second.

  • What is the difference between cosmetic surgery and plastic surgery?

    While plastic surgery is used to reconstruct the face or body, cosmetic surgery is used to enhance the patient's appearance.

  • Do men have cosmetic surgery?

    Each year, the number of men who undergo cosmetic surgery increases. More and more men are growing comfortable with undergoing these procedures.

  • Do you need anesthesia for plastic surgery?

    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.