If you can’t afford a Mercedez, don’t buy a car.

This statement seems absurd to me.

But that is what I am hearing when I hear statements like “If you can’t afford plastic surgery in the United States, save your money or don’t do it.”
No - I am not saying plastic surgery in the US is the Mercedes of Plastic Surgery (although some people seem to beleive it is.)

Sure, I agree that people who are using thier life savings to have plastic surgery should consider setting aside some extra cash in case something goes wrong. And financial priorities should be in tact.

But if I can get a quality procedure and equally great care for a fraction of the cost of the US by going to Mexico, then why not? If I can research a plastic surgeon, meet patients, review before and after pics, consult in advance, and verify that the location is at the same level of cleanliness of that of LA plastic surgeons - then why shouldn’t I? Before I chose plastic surgery in Mexico, the alternative to having plastic surgery in the United States was not having plastic surgery at all. Now I know there are options. And I can be empowered with information and make the best decision for me.

With my financial priorities, I can’t afford PS in the US. I had a great experience in Mexico and saved over $12,000. I am glad I did it.