Question 1

Is having facial surgery in Tijuana safe?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

How long do I need to stay in Tijuana after surgery?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 3

Do you arrange hotel and transportation from San Diego?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

When can I see my facelift results?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

What if I have a complication after I go home?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 6

How do I pay for facelift surgery in Tijuana, and is a deposit required?

Accepted Answer

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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