Ownership disclosure: This educational information is provided by the team at Hospital Cyntar and The Ariel Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico.

Free educational PDF

Plastic Surgery Buyer's Guide

A neutral, educational guide to help international patients evaluate plastic surgery options in Mexico. No registration required to download — sharing your email is optional and helps us improve the guide.

What's inside

  • Verifying surgeon and hospital credentials
  • Questions to ask before booking
  • Realistic cost ranges by procedure
  • What an itemized quote should include
  • Budget items that often surprise patients
  • Travel, recovery, and companion planning
  • Aftercare from home
  • Warning signs to watch for
  • Trusted sources and further reading

Medical reviewer: Dr. Juan Cuellar, MD · Last reviewed: 2026-06-09