4 Hot Destinations for Affordable Nips n Tucks in Mexico

Just as Panama hats are not made in Ecuador, so too are Brazilian butt lifts not necessarily a reference to the well-toned derrieres synonymous with the beaches of Brazil. “Hecho en Mexico” – any woman with a Kim Kardashian-like behind would declare. And it’s not just Brazilian butt lifts, it appears most nips and tucks one witnesses on the streets of the United States are hecho en Mexico or made in Mexico. Somebody got breast augmentation in Cancun, other got a complete mommy makeover in Tijuana, someone else got one’s smile revamped in Los Algodones – everybody seems to be headed south of the border for improving one’s appearance aesthetically.

What’s the deal about Mexico? This writer will herself set out to find four hot destinations for cosmetic surgery in Mexico and what makes them hot. Adios.

 

#4 CANCUN

Sun and sand. A classic destination for spring breakers and bay watchers. The azure sky reflects in Cancun’s clear waters. That’s not all; you can witness for yourself the Mayan legacy in its crowning but lost glory. The crowd frenzy would be little since we survived the so-called Mayan holocaust. Most surgeons are kosher with tip-top American degrees. Hospitals are neat, board certified with Hiltonesque interiors. What better place to recover after the surgery than Cancun where you can enjoy anonymity and soak up the sun?

 

#3 TIJUANA

The heart of Mexico and now it seems the heart of San Diego as well. Many day-tripping Americans throng the streets of Tijuana for everything cheap – from shopping to plastic surgeries. Its salacious reputation has weaned a bit since the Prohibition Era as cheap medical care has replaced cheap thrills. It’s no wonder then why San Ysidro is reportedly the busiest crossing in the world.

 

#2 GUADALAJARA

A city of colonial mystique and walk-friendly avenues, Guadalajara had this writer completely bowled over with its charm. The writer was just in time to witness the Day of the Mariachi – a Mexican folk music bonanza in which Mariachis from all over congregate in the city in September (it’s so hard not to break into a jig). There are thousands of reasons to go to Guadalajara, and affordable nips and tucks are one of them.

 

#1 PUERTO VALLARTA    

Puerto Vallarta preserves Mexican culture like no other Mexican city. To top that, it has been blessed with a fair share of natural bounty with the formidable Sierra Madre mountains on one side and a sparkling bay on the other. The friendliest city, best place to retire and a must-do Mexican vacation destination are some of the international accolades bestowed upon Puerto Vallarta. Above all, cosmetic surgeries in Puerto Vallarta come dirt cheap.

Affordable Plastic Surgery Options in Mexico

If you have dreamed about getting plastic surgery, but its cost has been the main deterring factor, now you can reconsider it! Cosmetic surgery in Tijuana or other places in Mexico is an affordable option for those who do not want to pay exorbitant rates in the United States. 

 

Where Can I Get Plastic Surgery in Mexico?

There are many places in Mexico that offer medical tourism. When you select a city for your plastic surgery, then you should consider various factors including proximity to your own hometown, location of expert doctors and your location preferences.

·         Shortlist renowned doctors who perform your desired surgery. If you are planning on getting plastic surgery such as breast implants or a complete mommy makeover in Mexico, then you should research which doctors have a good reputation. Make a list of your top five choices of doctors.

·         See the location of each doctor. If you live in California or Arizona, then getting surgery in Tijuana or Mexicali makes the most sense. However, if you live in Texas, then you might want to consider getting surgery in Laredo. If you do not live in a border state, then the proximity to your hometown doesn’t matter quite as much because you will still have to take a plane either way.

·         Decide what kind of city you want to have your surgery in. If you prefer getting your surgery in a resort town, then maybe you should get plastic surgery in Cancun or Puerto Vallarta. However, if you like a bustling city full of life, then Mexico City is a good place to get surgery.

After you take all of these factors into consideration it should be easier for you to narrow in on the exact location in Mexico where you would like to have your plastic surgery.

Why Should I Choose Mexico?

People who decide to go abroad for plastic surgery medical tourism often choose Mexico for many reasons. Some of the more popular reasons include:

·         Mexico is relatively close to America, thus the cost of travel to the destination is less than traveling to other countries. As a rule of thumb, the shorter the flight, the less it will cost. Even if you don’t live close enough to drive to Mexico, the flight will probably be only a few hours as opposed to six+ hours that it would take to fly to any other major medical tourism destination.

·         Mexico is known for renowned doctors, many of whom have studied in the United States. It is very possible to find doctors in Mexico that have studied not only in the United States, but at some of the best medical schools in the United States.

·         Mexico is a hub for medical tourism of all kinds, not just plastic surgery. People get everything from dental implants to knee replacement in Mexico. Mexico has a well-rounded reputation as a medical tourism destination and many are repeat customers.

These are just a few reasons why patients prefer to go to Mexico for medical tourism such as plastic surgery.