Many Americans have been doing it for years; emigrating for quality plastic surgery at more affordable prices. While the U.S. standards and credentialing processes for doctors, hospitals, clinics, and outpatient surgery centers are unrivaled, the high cost of certain cosmetic procedures has driven American patients to seek foreign plastic surgery. There is no doubt that there are very qualified surgeons and high-quality surgery centers in other countries. At the same time it is a fact plastic surgery costs less in countries like Mexico, Costa Rica, India, Brazil, Thailand or Russia. Here in Los Angeles, the closest neighboring country is Mexico, so no wonder American patients often seek Tijuana plastic surgery, just a short drive from Los Angeles and San Diego.
Plastic surgery in Mexico can be quite beneficial if the planning is done right. Dr. Robert Kotler, a cosmetic surgeon in Beverly Hills, shared his thoughts on foreign plastic surgery, and what to keep in mind when choosing a surgeon and facilities. Factors like the doctors credentials: is the surgeon board-certified? A member of any prestigious medical associations? Have they had any medical training in the United States? What kind of surgery facility do they operate? Does it hold any safety accreditations? Will there be a board-certified anesthesiologist in attendance at all times during the procedure? What kind of safety measures will be handled before your departure home?
Tijuana plastic surgeon, Dr. Hector Milla is an example of what to look for in plastic surgery abroad. Dr. Milla is board certified in plastic surgery, an active member of the Mexican Association of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, the Mexican board of plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, the Mexican Federation of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, the Baja California Association of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery, and the San Diego plastic surgery society. The facilities at Face & Body Design, Dr. Millas plastic surgery center in Mexico, are up to date with all the latest state of the art technology and equipment and trained staff members. Dr. Milla offers the full range of cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures, from the highly sought-after Fraxel Laser Treatment, to laser hair removal, to Tijuana tummy tuck surgery, liposuction, breast augmentation, facelift, eyelid surgery, and other popular plastic surgery procedures.