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Hello everyone,

I'm wondering if anyone has had plastic surgery done in Mexico? Specifically Tummy Tuck or body lift. I had my sleeve done in Mexico with great result's but having a hard time gathering information on potential surgeon's. All the reviews seem to be super old, lol.

TIA!!!

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I don't have any direct experience with the Mx docs, but I'm sure others will chime in with their experiences; the only one that comes to mind who has a good following is Dr. Sauceda.

My perspective on this is that with plastics it is preferable to keep it local if at all possible. This is not a MX vs. US thing, but rather a travel vs. local thing. Plastics, particularly getting into body lifts and the like, have a much higher chance of minor to moderate complications than your original WLS. Things like incisions that don't heal promptly or open up again, lingering drainage issues, seromas forming, etc. Much of this can be handled via pictures and email but other things are better handled with an office visit. It's usually much better to have the original doc handle these things than trying to find a local third party to do the pickup for him. It's one of the things to consider when weighing the costs of travelling vs. local care.

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@RickM I had the same question as the OP and you just changed my mind about plastics in mexico. ? thanks!

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Check on Real Self or a PS site. I kept it local which gave me support for multiple procedures grouped together 11.5 hours worth. Also I wanted to interview PS specifically on AWL experience. Good luck [emoji3]

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Thanks everyone! @RickM what you said makes complete sense. I was looking at the $ only but I need to look at the aftercare as well. Have a couple of consult's booked with surgeon's in Canada.

Finger's crossed!!! And thanks again!

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Hello everyone,
I'm wondering if anyone has had plastic surgery done in Mexico? Specifically Tummy Tuck or body lift. I had my sleeve done in Mexico with great result's but having a hard time gathering information on potential surgeon's. All the reviews seem to be super old, lol.
TIA!!!


Dr Carmina Cardenas recently did my tummy tuck, breast lift and neck lift. She is amazing. She is in Tijuana. You can read her reviews on real self. She is a former bariatric patient herself and is the kindest and most commentary doctor. Yes it sucked traveling but it saved me $15,000 dollars.


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Dr Carmina Cardenas recently did my Tummy Tuck, breast lift and neck lift. She is amazing. She is in Tijuana. You can read her reviews on real self. She is a former bariatric patient herself and is the kindest and most commentary doctor. Yes it sucked traveling but it saved me $15,000 dollars.



Your profile pic look great! What was the cost for your procedures? Do you have before and after pics?

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Your profile pic look great! What was the cost for your procedures? Do you have before and after pics?

The cost for my procedures plus 6 days of aftercare with dr cardenas was about 13,500. I had a neck lift, Tummy Tuck, and breast lift.

She has a top notch facility. She is a former bariatric patient herself. I've never seen a more beautiful hospital than the one I stayed in. She has checked up with me daily post surgery. She is both highly skilled and an artist about the body.

Going to Mexico was the best decision I ever made, period. IMG_5717.JPG

Here are some pictures- IMG_4719.thumb.JPG.f8e5f167d69336a9e0aaad2fcdacc3c4.JPG IMG_4720.thumb.JPG.cf69974464e0eb4e5c09576b66960f46.JPG

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The cost for my procedures plus 6 days of aftercare with dr cardenas was about 13,500. I had a neck lift, Tummy Tuck, and breast lift.
She has a top notch facility. She is a former bariatric patient herself. I've never seen a more beautiful hospital than the one I stayed in. She has checked up with me daily post surgery. She is both highly skilled and an artist about the body.
Going to Mexico was the best decision I ever made, period. IMG_5717.thumb.JPG.b5a7d8cdf26f691c86fe976046fb286c.JPG
Here are some pictures- IMG_4719.thumb.JPG.f8e5f167d69336a9e0aaad2fcdacc3c4.JPG IMG_4720.thumb.JPG.cf69974464e0eb4e5c09576b66960f46.JPG

I was frightened to have plastic surgery in Mexico but after looking at her website I have to say I'm impressed. I may use her for a full body lift once I reach my weight goal


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I was frightened to have plastic surgery in Mexico but after looking at her website I have to say I'm impressed. I may use her for a full body lift once I reach my weight goal



You should. She is amazing. I would never go anywhere else


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Thanks bellabloom for the info! You look amazing!! I have decided to get a consult with Dr. Cardenas, can't wait to see what her recommendations are and possibly book surgery!!!

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Thanks bellabloom for the info! You look amazing!! I have decided to get a consult with Dr. Cardenas, can't wait to see what her recommendations are and possibly book surgery!!!


Do it!!!!!!!! She is awesome.


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@bellabloom you look beautiful!

Thank you :)


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