Breast shape and volume can change throughout life. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, aging, genetics, or naturally smaller breast development can influence breast fullness and overall body proportions.
Breast augmentation, also called augmentation mammoplasty, is a plastic surgery procedure designed to increase or restore breast volume. Breast implants are commonly used, but the correct surgical plan depends on anatomy, existing breast tissue, skin quality, desired proportions, and long-term goals.
At Tijuana Bariatric Center, breast augmentation in Tijuana begins with a personalized evaluation by Dr. Héctor Guillermo Lino Ortiz rather than choosing an implant based only on a photograph, cup size, or number of cubic centimeters.
Quick Answer: What Is Breast Augmentation?
Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure used to increase breast volume or restore volume that has been lost because of pregnancy, weight loss, aging, or other changes.
For many patients, this involves placing a breast implant.
Breast augmentation may be considered to:
Increase breast volume.
Restore volume lost after pregnancy.
Restore volume after significant weight loss.
Improve breast fullness.
Improve selected differences in breast size.
Create proportions that better match the patient's goals.
May be considered for: Patients who want additional or restored breast volume after pregnancy, weight loss, aging, or naturally smaller breast development.
What it does not automatically correct: Breast implants do not necessarily correct significant breast sagging. A breast lift may need to be considered when loose skin or a lower breast position is present.
First step: The surgeon evaluates breast anatomy, skin, existing tissue, symmetry, chest dimensions, health history, and the patient's goals before recommending an implant or surgical plan.
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Breast Augmentation Is More Than Choosing an Implant Size
Patients often begin their research by asking: “What implant size should I get?”
Implant volume is important, but it is only one part of surgical planning.
The surgeon must also consider:
Chest width.
Breast base width.
Existing breast tissue.
Skin elasticity.
Breast position.
Nipple position.
Breast asymmetry.
Rib-cage anatomy.
Implant dimensions.
Implant profile.
Desired projection.
Overall body proportions.
Lifestyle.
Long-term expectations.
Two implants with the same volume can create different appearances depending on their dimensions and the patient's anatomy.
For this reason, choosing an implant should not be reduced to selecting a number of cubic centimeters from photographs found online.
The objective is to select a surgical plan that appropriately fits the patient's body.
Breast Implants in Mexico: What Options May Be Discussed?
Several characteristics can affect how a breast implant behaves and how the final breast contour may appear.
The exact implant devices available through TBC, including type, manufacturer, design, surface, sizes, and profiles, should be confirmed with Dr. Héctor Guillermo Lino Ortiz as part of the individual surgical plan.
Silicone Gel Implants
Silicone implants contain silicone gel within an outer shell. Patients may encounter different sizes, dimensions, profiles, and designs when researching breast augmentation.
Saline-Filled Implants
Saline implants contain sterile saline solution within an outer shell. Availability and suitability depend on the individual patient, surgeon, implant manufacturer, regulatory requirements, and surgical plan.
These implant types are presented for educational purposes only. TBC should not represent a particular implant type or device as available until the specific implant plan has been confirmed.
Implant Size vs. Implant Profile
Implant Size
Implant size usually refers to implant volume.
However, volume alone does not determine how wide or projected an implant will appear.
The same number of cubic centimeters can be distributed differently across implants with different dimensions.
Implant Profile
Implant profile describes how the implant's dimensions distribute its volume and projection.
An implant may have:
Different widths.
Different degrees of forward projection.
Different relationships between width and volume.
The surgeon evaluates these dimensions in relation to the patient's chest and existing breast tissue.
This is why requesting a specific implant solely because another patient received that size may not produce the same result.
Where Is a Breast Implant Placed?
Patients may encounter several terms when researching breast implant placement. Depending on anatomy and surgical technique, an implant may be positioned in relation to breast tissue and the chest muscle in different ways.
Subglandular Placement
The implant is positioned in relation to the breast tissue and above the chest muscle. Whether this approach is appropriate depends on anatomy, tissue coverage, implant characteristics, and the surgeon’s technique.
Submuscular Placement
The implant is positioned in relation to the chest muscle. The exact surgical relationship can vary according to the technique used and the patient’s anatomy.
Dual-Plane Techniques
Dual-plane terminology describes techniques in which the implant has a specific relationship with both the chest muscle and breast tissue. The exact technique varies and should be explained by the surgeon when applicable.
The appropriate position may depend on:
Existing breast tissue.
Skin thickness.
Body type.
Implant characteristics.
Desired contour.
Previous breast surgery.
Risk of visible implant edges or rippling.
Surgeon technique.
Specific implant positions used by Dr. Lino should be confirmed during the surgical evaluation.
Implant placement should be chosen according to anatomy rather than assuming one position is universally superior.
Where Are Breast Augmentation Incisions Located?
Breast augmentation requires an incision. Patients may encounter several incision approaches during their research.
Inframammary Incision
An incision located within or near the natural breast fold.
Periareolar Incision
An incision positioned around part of the border of the areola.
Axillary Incision
An incision placed through the armpit area.
The incision selected can depend on:
Implant type.
Implant size.
Anatomy.
Previous surgery.
Surgical technique.
Surgeon preference.
Every incision creates a scar. The goal is to plan the incision in a location appropriate for the surgery while considering both tissue access and future scar visibility.
The specific incision approaches used by Dr. Lino should be confirmed before they are presented as standard TBC techniques.
Breast Augmentation vs. Breast Lift: What Is the Difference?
Breast Augmentation
Primarily adds or restores volume.
It can help improve:
Breast fullness.
Projection.
Size.
Selected volume asymmetry.
Breast Lift
Primarily changes breast position and shape by removing loose skin and reshaping breast tissue.
This is particularly common after pregnancy, breastfeeding, significant weight loss, bariatric surgery, or aging.
In these cases, breast implants alone may not adequately correct the lower position of the breast. The surgeon may discuss whether breast augmentation alone, breast lift alone, or breast augmentation with lift may better match the patient's anatomy and goals.
Can Breast Augmentation and Breast Lift Be Performed Together?
Potentially. A combined breast augmentation and breast lift may be considered when a patient wants both additional breast volume and correction of loose or sagging tissue.
This type of surgical strategy is sometimes called augmentation mastopexy. Performing two different changes at the same time makes surgical planning more complex.
The surgeon must consider:
Existing breast tissue.
Degree of sagging.
Skin elasticity.
Implant dimensions.
Nipple position.
Incisions.
Blood supply.
Healing.
Desired result.
Whether performing the procedures together or in stages is more appropriate.
Whether Dr. Lino recommends simultaneous augmentation and mastopexy should be determined individually. We should not present a combined technique as a standardized TBC protocol until his criteria are confirmed.
Breast Augmentation After Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Pregnancy and breastfeeding can change breast volume and skin elasticity.
Some women notice:
Reduced fullness.
Empty upper-breast appearance.
Loss of breast volume.
Sagging.
Changes in nipple position.
Asymmetry.
Breast augmentation may help restore volume when volume loss is the primary concern.
However, if significant loose skin or breast sagging is also present, a breast lift may need to be considered.
Patients who recently gave birth or breastfed should allow the breasts and body to stabilize before elective surgery is evaluated.
Patients considering another pregnancy should also understand that future pregnancy may change augmented breasts.
The surgeon should determine appropriate timing according to the patient's individual situation.
Breast Augmentation After Major Weight Loss
Major weight loss can significantly change breast volume. This may occur after gastric sleeve, gastric bypass, other bariatric surgery, weight-loss medication, or lifestyle-based weight loss.
Some patients are primarily left with reduced breast volume. Others have both volume loss and significant loose skin. These are different problems.
A patient whose breast position remains appropriate but has lost volume may be evaluated for breast augmentation. A patient with substantial sagging may require a breast lift, with or without augmentation.
For post-bariatric patients, Dr. Lino may also consider:
Who May Be a Candidate for Breast Augmentation in Tijuana?
Breast augmentation is highly individualized. An evaluation may be appropriate for adults who:
Are in generally good health.
Are not currently pregnant.
Are not currently breastfeeding.
Have fully developed breasts.
Have realistic expectations.
Want additional or restored breast volume.
Are concerned about naturally smaller breast size.
Have lost breast volume after pregnancy or weight loss.
Have selected breast asymmetry.
Understand that implants require long-term follow-up.
Understand that breast implants are not lifetime devices.
Are willing to follow recovery instructions.
Do not smoke or can follow the surgeon's nicotine restrictions.
Not every patient who wants more breast volume is automatically a candidate for implants.
The surgeon must consider the patient's health, breast anatomy, skin, goals, and long-term expectations.
How Is Breast Augmentation in Mexico Performed?
The exact technique depends on the patient's individualized surgical plan. A breast augmentation may generally include the following stages.
1. Surgical Planning
Before surgery, the surgeon evaluates:
Breast anatomy.
Chest measurements.
Existing breast tissue.
Skin quality.
Breast symmetry.
Desired change.
Implant dimensions.
Implant position.
Incision location.
2. Anesthesia
The anesthesia plan is determined according to the procedure, medical evaluation, and surgical setting.
3. The Incision
The surgeon creates the planned incision to provide access for implant placement.
The exact incision should be discussed before surgery.
4. Implant Pocket Creation
A surgical pocket is created according to the planned implant position.
The technique depends on anatomy and the surgeon's approach.
5. Implant Placement
The selected implant is positioned according to the surgical plan.
Implant selection should be finalized only after appropriate measurements and evaluation.
6. Closing the Incision
The incision is closed in layers.
Dressings and a surgical or support bra may then be used according to the surgeon's postoperative protocol.
What Will Breast Augmentation Scars Look Like?
Breast augmentation requires an incision and therefore creates a permanent scar. The scar's location depends on the surgical approach.
Scar appearance can be influenced by:
Genetics.
Skin quality.
Surgical technique.
Incision tension.
Infection.
Smoking or nicotine.
Sun exposure.
Postoperative care.
Scars often become less noticeable over time but do not completely disappear.
The anticipated incision should be discussed before surgery.
Patients should be cautious of claims describing implant surgery as completely “scarless.”
Are Breast Implants Permanent?
No. Breast implants are not lifetime devices.
A patient should not undergo breast augmentation assuming that her implants will necessarily remain unchanged for the rest of her life.
Over time, additional evaluation or surgery may become necessary because of:
Implant rupture or deflation.
Capsular contracture.
Changes in breast tissue.
Pregnancy.
Weight changes.
Aging.
Implant position.
Cosmetic preferences.
Other implant-related concerns.
Some patients may keep their implants for many years without needing replacement simply because a certain number of years has passed. Others may require earlier intervention.
Breast augmentation creates a long-term relationship with breast and implant monitoring, not simply one operation.
Breast Implant Complications Patients Should Understand
What Is Capsular Contracture?
The body naturally forms scar tissue around a breast implant. This tissue is called a capsule.
In some patients, the capsule can tighten around the implant. This is called capsular contracture.
Depending on severity, it can contribute to:
Increased firmness.
Changes in breast shape.
Implant displacement.
Discomfort or pain.
Capsular contracture is a recognized complication associated with breast implants and may require additional treatment or surgery.
Can Breast Implants Rupture?
Yes. Breast implants can rupture or, in the case of saline implants, deflate.
How rupture presents depends partly on the implant type.
A silicone implant rupture may sometimes occur without obvious symptoms, often described as a silent rupture.
This is one reason long-term follow-up and appropriate implant surveillance are important.
Patients should receive information about:
Their specific implant.
Manufacturer.
Implant identification.
Recommended monitoring.
Symptoms that should prompt medical evaluation.
Do Breast Implants Require Future Imaging?
Patients should continue routine breast-health screening according to their age, personal history, and medical recommendations.
Breast implants do not replace or eliminate routine breast-health care.
Silicone implants may also require imaging specifically to evaluate implant integrity.
The appropriate imaging schedule depends on:
Implant type.
Manufacturer recommendations.
Applicable medical guidance.
Symptoms.
Patient history.
Patients should receive a long-term follow-up plan after surgery and should tell providers performing future breast imaging that they have implants.
Breast Implants and Mammograms
Women with breast implants still need appropriate breast-health screening.
Breast implants can affect how mammography is performed, and additional views may sometimes be required.
Patients should tell the imaging facility that they have breast implants when scheduling and arriving for breast imaging.
The surgeon may also request breast imaging before augmentation depending on:
Age.
Medical history.
Breast findings.
Previous imaging.
Applicable screening recommendations.
Dr. Lino's specific preoperative breast-imaging protocol should be confirmed as part of the individual evaluation.
Breast Augmentation as Part of a Mommy Makeover
Breast augmentation may be considered as part of a Mommy Makeover when pregnancy or breastfeeding has resulted in loss of breast volume.
Depending on the patient, the overall plan may involve:
Breast augmentation.
Breast lift.
Tummy tuck.
Other body-contouring procedures.
Not every procedure needs to be performed at the same time.
What Can You Expect During Breast Augmentation Recovery?
Recovery varies according to surgical technique, implant position, implant dimensions, patient anatomy, whether another procedure was performed, and individual healing.
Immediately After Surgery
Patients may experience:
Tightness.
Pressure.
Swelling.
Soreness.
Temporary changes in sensation.
Dressings and a support or surgical bra may be used according to the postoperative plan.
Instructions may address medication, incision care, support garments, sleeping position, showering, arm movement, warning symptoms, and follow-up.
First Days and Weeks
Patients gradually increase activity according to the surgeon's instructions.
Heavy lifting, upper-body exercise, strenuous activity, and movements that place unnecessary stress on the surgical area may remain restricted.
Swelling does not disappear immediately, and implants may initially appear different from their later position as healing progresses.
Returning to Work
Return to work depends on type of job, surgical technique, comfort, mobility, whether another procedure was performed, and travel requirements.
Patients with physically demanding jobs may require more recovery than those performing non-physical work.
Returning to Exercise
Walking may be encouraged during recovery when medically appropriate.
More strenuous activities, especially those involving the upper body or chest, should resume only after surgical clearance.
The patient's individual postoperative instructions always take priority over a generic recovery timeline.
When Will Breast Augmentation Results Look Final?
Breast volume changes immediately after implant placement, but the appearance immediately following surgery is not necessarily the final result.
During early recovery:
Swelling is present.
Tissues are adjusting.
Implant position may continue settling.
Incisions are healing.
The breasts can continue changing as swelling decreases and tissues adapt.
Scars also continue maturing for many months.
Patients should allow adequate healing time before evaluating the final contour.
Can I Choose My Breast Implant from a Photo?
Photographs can help a patient communicate preferences, but they cannot determine the correct implant.
A result seen on another patient depends on:
Starting breast size.
Chest width.
Breast tissue.
Skin.
Implant dimensions.
Implant position.
Surgical technique.
Body proportions.
The same implant can look very different on two different patients.
Instead of asking, “Can I have exactly these breasts?”, a more useful consultation may discuss how much change you want, what proportions you prefer, how natural or projected you want the breasts to appear, what implant dimensions fit your anatomy, and what limitations your tissues may create.
Reference photos can guide communication, but they should not become guarantees.
Planning Breast Augmentation with Safety in Mind
Breast augmentation is elective surgery involving an implanted medical device when implants are used.
Potential risks can include:
Anesthesia complications.
Bleeding.
Hematoma.
Infection.
Seroma.
Changes in nipple or breast sensation.
Unfavorable scarring.
Breast asymmetry.
Implant malposition.
Implant visibility or rippling.
Capsular contracture.
Implant rupture or deflation.
Persistent pain.
Changes in breast shape.
Need for revision surgery.
Need for future implant removal or replacement.
Implant-Specific Considerations
Breast implants are associated with uncommon but important implant-specific risks that should be discussed during informed consent.
Patients Should Understand
Benefits.
Alternatives.
Known risks.
Long-term monitoring.
Future procedures that may be required.
Results vary from patient to patient, and neither a specific breast appearance nor a complication-free lifetime with implants can be guaranteed.
Breast Implant Safety: Questions Patients Should Ask
Breast implant safety should be discussed before selecting a device.
About the Implant
What implant brand will be used?
What type of implant is recommended?
Why is this implant appropriate for my anatomy?
Is the implant smooth or textured?
What information will I receive about my implant?
About Long-Term Monitoring
How should my implants be monitored?
What symptoms should I report?
What happens if an implant ruptures?
What is capsular contracture?
Could I need another operation in the future?
About Future Breast Care
What happens if I eventually want my implants removed?
How will breast-health screening be managed?
What are the known risks of the specific device proposed?
A responsible breast augmentation consultation should include long-term considerations, not only implant size and immediate appearance.
Meet Dr. Héctor Guillermo Lino Ortiz
Dr. Héctor Guillermo Lino Ortiz provides plastic surgery procedures through Tijuana Bariatric Center, including breast augmentation, breast lift, tummy tuck, Mommy Makeover, and post-weight-loss body contouring.
He is listed in the directory of the Mexican Association of Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery (AMCPER) as a Lifetime Member in Tijuana, Baja California, with Certification Number 204.
For breast augmentation patients, his evaluation considers:
Existing breast tissue.
Breast dimensions.
Chest anatomy.
Skin quality.
Breast position.
Symmetry.
Desired volume.
Previous pregnancies.
Weight changes.
Previous breast surgery.
Health history.
Long-term expectations.
The goal is to determine whether breast augmentation alone, breast lift, augmentation with lift, or another breast surgery strategy may appropriately address the patient's concerns.
How Much Does Breast Augmentation in Tijuana Cost?
The cost of breast augmentation in Tijuana depends on the individual surgical plan.
Factors may include:
Implant type.
Implant manufacturer.
Surgical technique.
Implant placement.
Previous breast surgery.
Complexity.
Whether a breast lift is also required.
Surgeon.
Facility.
Anesthesia.
Medical testing.
Breast imaging when required.
Surgical garments.
Expected stay.
Recovery requirements.
Once Dr. Héctor Guillermo Lino Ortiz has evaluated the patient's case and recommended a treatment plan, TBC can provide personalized pricing and explain what is included before surgery is scheduled.
What Happens Before Breast Augmentation Is Scheduled?
You do not need to choose an implant size before contacting TBC.
1. Tell Us What You Would Like to Change
Explain whether your goal involves more breast volume, restoring lost volume, improving fullness, addressing asymmetry, changes after pregnancy or weight loss, or more than one breast concern.
2. Describe the Look You Prefer
You can explain whether your priority is a subtle change, more fullness, more projection, restoring previous volume, improving proportions, or a particular general aesthetic.
Reference photographs may help explain preferences, but they do not guarantee the same result.
3. Share Your Medical and Breast History
Relevant information can include pregnancy, breastfeeding, major weight loss, bariatric surgery, previous breast surgery or implants, breast-health history, prior imaging, medical conditions, medications, smoking or nicotine use, and family history when medically relevant.
4. Provide Information Requested for Review
The surgical team may request standardized photographs, medical records, laboratory testing, previous breast imaging, operative reports, implant information from earlier surgeries, or other medical information.
5. Receive a Breast Surgery Review
Dr. Héctor Guillermo Lino Ortiz evaluates the information and considers whether breast augmentation alone, breast lift, breast augmentation with lift, or another surgical strategy may be appropriate.
6. Review Implant and Surgical Options
If augmentation is recommended, the consultation should explain the proposed implant, dimensions, surgical approach, placement, incision, expected scars, benefits, risks, and long-term monitoring.
7. Review Pricing and Travel Planning
The coordinator can then explain the procedure, surgeon, facility, implant cost, medical requirements, expected stay, recovery, package details, personalized pricing, and travel planning.
Do not purchase flights or make nonrefundable travel reservations until the procedure, implant plan, medical requirements, facility, surgical date, and travel plan have been confirmed.
Tijuana Bariatric Center assists patients traveling from the United States, Canada, and other locations who want to understand both surgery and travel requirements before making a decision.
Before traveling, patients should know:
Who will perform the procedure.
What breast surgery has been recommended.
What implant is proposed.
Where surgery will take place.
What medical testing or breast imaging is required.
How long they should remain in Tijuana.
Whether a companion is recommended.
What their package includes.
What postoperative appointments are required.
What garments or medications may be needed.
When they may travel home.
What restrictions remain after returning home.
How follow-up and implant-related questions will be handled.
The final travel plan should follow Dr. Lino's protocol and the actual procedure rather than a generic medical-tourism timeline.
If loose skin, breast sagging, or nipple position is a major concern, a breast lift may deserve consideration instead of or in addition to augmentation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Augmentation in Tijuana
What is breast augmentation?
Breast augmentation, or augmentation mammoplasty, is surgery used to increase or restore breast volume. Breast implants are commonly used to create the additional volume.
What is the difference between breast augmentation and breast implants?
Breast augmentation is the surgical procedure. Breast implants are medical devices commonly used to create additional breast volume during the procedure.
Does breast augmentation lift sagging breasts?
Not necessarily. Breast augmentation primarily adds volume. Patients with significant sagging or excess skin may require a breast lift with or without implants.
Can I get breast implants in Tijuana without a breast lift?
Potentially, yes, when adding volume appropriately addresses the patient’s goals and the breast position and skin do not require significant lifting. The surgeon determines this after evaluating the breast anatomy.
Can breast augmentation and breast lift be performed together?
Potentially. A combined augmentation mastopexy may be considered when a patient wants both additional volume and correction of breast sagging. Whether the procedures should be performed together depends on the individual surgical plan.
What size breast implant should I choose?
Implant selection should consider more than volume. Chest width, breast dimensions, existing tissue, skin, implant profile, desired projection, and overall proportions are also important. Dr. Lino should recommend implant dimensions after evaluating the individual patient.
Are bigger implants better?
No. A larger implant does not automatically create a better result. Implants that do not appropriately match the patient’s tissues and anatomy can create different aesthetic and long-term considerations. The objective is to select a proportionate implant and surgical plan.
Are silicone or saline implants better?
Neither option should be considered universally better for every patient. Each implant type has different characteristics and considerations. Availability through TBC and the implant recommended for an individual patient should be discussed with Dr. Lino.
Can I get breast augmentation after pregnancy?
Potentially. Breast augmentation may restore volume lost following pregnancy or breastfeeding. The body and breasts should first be allowed to stabilize, and patients should discuss future pregnancy plans with the surgeon.
Can I get breast implants after bariatric surgery?
Potentially. Patients who lose significant breast volume after bariatric surgery may be evaluated for augmentation. If substantial loose skin or sagging is present, a breast lift may also need to be considered. Weight stability, nutrition, health, and anatomy should be evaluated first.
Will I have scars after breast augmentation in Tijuana?
Yes. Breast augmentation requires an incision and therefore creates a permanent scar. Its location depends on the surgical technique.
How long do breast implants last?
Breast implants are not lifetime devices. There is no universal expiration date at which every implant must automatically be replaced, but complications, changes in breast tissue, implant condition, or patient preference may require additional surgery in the future.
Do breast implants need to be replaced every 10 years?
Not automatically. Breast implants do not have a universal rule requiring replacement exactly every ten years. However, they require long-term monitoring and may eventually need revision, removal, or replacement.
Can breast implants rupture?
Yes. Implant rupture or deflation can occur. Patients should understand how the specific implant they receive should be monitored and what symptoms should prompt evaluation.
What is capsular contracture?
Capsular contracture occurs when the scar tissue naturally formed around an implant tightens more than expected. It can make the breast feel firm, alter breast shape, affect implant position, or create discomfort in some patients.
Will breast implants affect mammograms?
Women with breast implants should continue appropriate breast-health screening. The imaging facility should be told about the implants because additional mammographic views or other techniques may sometimes be required.
Can I breastfeed after breast augmentation?
Some women can breastfeed after breast augmentation, but the effect can vary according to anatomy, incision, surgical technique, and individual circumstances. Patients who plan to breastfeed in the future should discuss this with the surgeon before surgery.
Is breast augmentation in Tijuana permanent?
The changes can be long-lasting, but breast implants are not lifetime devices and the breasts continue changing with aging, pregnancy, hormones, gravity, and weight fluctuations. Additional surgery may be required in the future.
How long is breast augmentation recovery?
Recovery varies according to implant position, surgical technique, anatomy, additional procedures, and individual healing. Dr. Lino should provide a personalized timeline for work, exercise, lifting, travel, and follow-up.
How much does breast augmentation cost in Tijuana?
Pricing depends on the implant, surgical technique, facility, anesthesia, medical requirements, whether a lift is required, expected stay, and package inclusions. TBC can provide individualized pricing after the surgical evaluation.
Who performs breast augmentation at TBC?
Breast augmentation procedures through Tijuana Bariatric Center are performed by Dr. Héctor Guillermo Lino Ortiz, a plastic surgeon listed by AMCPER as a Lifetime Member in Tijuana, Baja California, Certification Number 204.
Can I receive an evaluation before traveling to Mexico?
Yes. International patients can begin by providing the information requested for a remote surgical review. The implant plan, procedure, facility, medical requirements, expected stay, package, pricing, and travel arrangements should be confirmed before flights are purchased.
Explore Breast Augmentation in Tijuana Based on Your Body — Not Someone Else's
Choosing breast augmentation involves more than deciding whether you want larger breasts.
The implant, dimensions, surgical technique, breast position, existing tissue, and long-term plan should all be considered together.
You do not need to choose an implant before requesting an evaluation. Start by telling us what has changed and what you would like to achieve.
Our team can help organize the information Dr. Héctor Guillermo Lino Ortiz needs to evaluate your case and explain whether breast augmentation, breast lift, a combination of both, or another breast surgery strategy may appropriately address your goals.
