Tijuana, Mexico · Cosmetic Clinic

A new chapter for your face.

Deep plane facelift surgery by Dr. Daniel Gallaga — refined technique, naturally lasting results. Tailored packages for US patients traveling to Tijuana, minutes from the San Ysidro border.

10+
Years of Practice
20,000+
Procedures Performed
60%
Avg. Savings vs. US
— A study in symmetry
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Cosmetic SurgeonTijuana, MX
Deep Plane Facelift · Blepharoplasty · Laser Chin Lipo · Nano Fat Transfer · Rhinoplasty · Brow Lift · Lip Lift · Otoplasty · Deep Plane Facelift · Blepharoplasty · Laser Chin Lipo · Nano Fat Transfer · Rhinoplasty · Brow Lift · Lip Lift · Otoplasty ·
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Why patients
choose Tijuana.

For US patients, Tijuana is the closest world-class destination for facial surgery — minutes from San Diego, with surgeons trained alongside their American counterparts. Dr. Gallaga's practice exists to bring Beverly Hills, Barcelona and São Paulo technique within reach, without the Beverly Hills price tag.

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15 minutes from the border

Cosmetic Clinic sits in Zona Río, minutes from San Ysidro. Many patients arrive same-day on the trolley from San Diego. The Fast Lane Pass for medical tourists expedites your return.

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International training and credentials

Dr. Gallaga belongs to the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and the International Board of Cosmetic Surgery, with fellowships completed in Barcelona (Hospital Vithas) and Brasília under Dr. Fernando Nakamura.

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True all-inclusive pricing

Every package covers pre-operative labs, board-certified anesthesiologist, operating room, one night of hospital observation, post-op garments and prescribed medications. No hidden line items.

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Three pathways.
One artistry.

Each package is anchored by a Deep Plane SMAS Facelift performed by Dr. Gallaga, and tailored upward depending on the depth of rejuvenation you're seeking. All include the surgical fundamentals — surgeon, anesthesia, one night of hospital observation, garments and medications.

— Foundation
Silver
Deep Plane Facelift
$5,500USD
Starting price · all-inclusive
Procedure
  • High-SMAS deep plane facelift — repositions the deeper facial structures for natural, long-lasting lift
  • Concealed incisions tailored to your hairline and ears
  • Personal pre-operative consultation with Dr. Gallaga
  • Two post-operative follow-up visits in Tijuana
  • Six months of remote check-ins after return home
Inquire via WhatsApp →
— Enhanced
Gold
Facelift + Laser Diode
$6,950USD
Starting price · all-inclusive
Everything in Silver, plus
  • Diode laser resurfacing — performed during the same operative session for improved skin tone, texture and visible tightening
  • Targets fine lines, sun damage and pigmentation alongside the lift
  • Synergistic recovery — heals during the same downtime window
  • Compounded effect: structural lift + skin quality renewal
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— Signature
Platinum
Gold + Nano Fat Transfer
$8,500USD
Starting price · all-inclusive
Everything in Gold, plus
  • Nano fat transfer — micronized fat injected to restore lost volume in the cheeks, temples, tear troughs and lips
  • Addresses the volume loss that surgery alone cannot restore
  • Your own tissue — biocompatible, with regenerative skin benefits
  • The most complete facial rejuvenation we offer
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✦ Pre-operative labs
✦ Board-certified anesthesiologist
✦ Operating room & surgical team
✦ One night hospital observation
✦ Garments & prescribed medications

Hotel and airport / border transportation can be arranged on request at additional cost.

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Refinements
and add-ons.

Tailor your procedure with complementary surgeries performed during the same operative session — many of which heal alongside your facelift, saving you both time and a second trip.

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Deep Plane Necklift

Targets the platysmal bands and submental laxity for a fully resolved jawline-to-neck transition.

From $2,500
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Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty

Dr. Gallaga's thesis specialty — refined eyelid surgery to open the eyes and refresh the gaze.

From $3,500
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Minimal Access Brow Lift

Endoscopic lift through micro-incisions — elevates the brow position without obvious scarring.

From $2,800
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Lip Lift

Shortens the philtrum and reveals more vermilion for a more youthful, defined upper lip.

From $1,800
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Rhinoplasty

Open or closed rhinoplasty — structural, refinement or revision techniques as your anatomy requires.

From $4,500
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Otoplasty

Reshapes prominent ears into a balanced, natural position — performed under local or general anesthesia.

From $3,000

Add-on pricing reflects same-session pricing when combined with a facelift package.

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Selected
results.

A small selection of recent cases. Out of respect for patient privacy, identifying features are masked. Full unmasked photo galleries are available during your virtual consultation, subject to each patient's written release.

Before
After
Case 01 Deep Plane Facelift
F · 58
6 months
Before
After
Case 02 Facelift + Bleph + Laser
F · 62
9 months
Before
After
Case 03 Platinum + Necklift
M · 54
12 months
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A note on privacy. Every face you see on this page is treated with the same discretion we would give your own. Patient identities are protected by default — the unedited galleries shown during your virtual consultation come only from individuals who have given written permission to share their results. If you proceed with surgery, your photographs remain entirely yours unless you choose otherwise.
— Signature Service

Laser Chin Lipo
— the procedure that started it all.

A precision laser-assisted submental contouring procedure refined over thousands of cases. Dr. Gallaga's signature treatment has been featured across his social channels and is the subject of his most-asked-about TikTok content.

Explore the procedure →
— A closer look
Submental laser lipolysis with skin tightening.

Performed under local anesthesia. Single incision under the chin. Laser energy emulsifies fat while simultaneously triggering collagen contraction for a tighter result than traditional liposuction alone.

45min
Procedure time
3-5d
Social downtime
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Your journey,
step by step.

From your first WhatsApp message to your final follow-up, the process is designed to feel deliberate, private and unhurried. Most patients complete the entire journey in 8–10 days from arrival.

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Virtual Consultation

A WhatsApp video call with Dr. Gallaga to review your goals, medical history, and the right package for you. Free of charge.

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Arrival in Tijuana

Cross the border at San Ysidro, ten minutes from the clinic. Pre-operative labs are completed on arrival day.

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Surgery Day

Procedure performed in our affiliated hospital with board-certified anesthesiologist. One night of observation overnight.

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Recovery in Tijuana

Five to seven days of recovery near the clinic. Daily check-ins, drain removal, and your first post-op review with Dr. Gallaga.

05.
Return Home

Cleared to travel between days 7–10. Remote follow-ups continue for six months — Dr. Gallaga remains your point of contact throughout.

Dr. Daniel Gallaga portrait
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Daniel Gallaga, MD.
A surgeon's surgeon.

"Passionate cosmetic surgeon, dedicated to enhancing natural beauty, restoring confidence, and sculpting radiance with precision and artistry."

Dr. Daniel Gallaga is a board-certified cosmetic surgeon based in Tijuana, Mexico. His clinical thesis focused on innovative techniques in eyelid surgery — a specialization that informs every facial procedure he performs.

Over the past decade he has performed more than 20,000 successful aesthetic procedures, while continuing to study at the highest levels of the field: international fellowships in Barcelona and Brasília, membership in three of the most respected cosmetic surgery bodies in the world, and a published book guiding patients through their cosmetic surgery journeys.

Memberships & Boards
  • American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery
  • International Board of Cosmetic Surgery
  • International Academy of Aesthetics · Beverly Hills, CA
Fellowships & International Training
  • Hospital Vithas · Barcelona, Spain
  • Fellowship under Dr. Fernando Nakamura · Brasília, Brazil
Practice
  • 10+ years of practice · 20,000+ procedures
  • Specialty thesis in eyelid surgery techniques
  • Author, FAQs of Cosmetic Surgery · Amazon
  • Languages: English · Español · Português
Daniel Gallaga, MD
FAQs
of cosmetic
surgery
A patient's guide I.
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A guide for patients,
made with care.

Dr. Gallaga's book answers the questions patients most often bring to consultation — what to expect, how to prepare, what's normal during recovery, and how to choose a surgeon you can trust. Read it before booking and arrive at your consult already informed.

Available on Amazon in print and digital editions.

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Questions you
may be asking.

If your question isn't answered here, message us on WhatsApp — Dr. Gallaga or one of our team will respond personally, usually within a few hours.

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Is having facial surgery in Tijuana safe?
Tijuana is one of the most established medical-tourism destinations in the world, with surgeons trained alongside their American, European and South American counterparts. Dr. Gallaga performs every procedure in an accredited surgical facility with a board-certified anesthesiologist, and is a member of both the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery and the International Board of Cosmetic Surgery — the same credentialing bodies that govern surgeons in the US.
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How long do I need to stay in Tijuana after surgery?
Most patients stay 7–10 days from arrival, including arrival day for labs, surgery day with one night of hospital observation, and 5–7 days of local recovery for monitoring, drain removal, and the first post-op review with Dr. Gallaga before clearance to travel home.
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Do you arrange hotel and transportation from San Diego?
The clinic does not include hotel or transportation in the package price — but we coordinate both for you at additional cost on request. We work with several nearby hotels (Real Inn, City Express Tijuana Río, Hotel Lucerna, Hotel Real del Río) within walking distance of the clinic, and can arrange driver service from San Diego International Airport or the San Ysidro border.
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When can I see my results?
Initial swelling resolves over 2–3 weeks. The architectural lift is visible within the first month, but the final, refined result takes 3–6 months as the tissues settle and any scarring matures. Most patients are confidently social by week 3 and back to demanding work by week 4–6.
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What if I have a complication after I go home?
Dr. Gallaga personally remains your point of contact for six months after surgery via WhatsApp. For anything urgent, you can reach him directly. For routine follow-up, we conduct check-ins at 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, and 6 months from your home — and you're always welcome to return to Tijuana for in-person review.
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How do I pay, and do you require a deposit?
A deposit secures your surgery date. The balance is typically settled before the procedure. We accept bank transfer and major cards. Details, including current options and any financing partners, are confirmed during your virtual consultation with Dr. Gallaga.
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Start the conversation.
It begins with a message.

Send Dr. Gallaga a WhatsApp message with your goals and any reference photos. You'll typically receive a personal reply within a few hours — and a free virtual consultation can be booked from there.

Message on WhatsApp
WhatsApp (preferred)
+52 664 295 2601
Replies typically within a few hours
Cosmetic Clinic, Tijuana
Rufino Tamayo 9910,
Piso 6 · Zona Urbana Río
Tijuana, BC, MX 22010
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