The Facts On Cosmetic Surgery Abroad

By Dr. Maj Benice


Cosmetic surgery refers to the various procedures that are done to enhance the physical appearance of the body or face. Often times these are considered elective surgeries and are not required. There are numerous procedures that fall under this label, some non-surgical and some surgical. Some patients opt for cosmetic surgery abroad because it is less expensive and may involve fewer loopholes.

The act of going to another country to have this kind of procedure completed is also known as cosmetic vacation. In the past, patients would only travel for medical reasons when it was required that they work with a certain doctor who had a speciality in a specific medical condition or treatment method. The travel was done in an effort to receive the best possible treatment, if cost was not a concern.

But, there is been a new group of travelers nowadays. People who do not or cannot pay the expensive treatment costs in their own first world country. Therefore, they travel to other areas for the favorable exchange rates.

Numerous countries, which are inexpensive to travel to, offer these procedures at an affordable price. Likewise, many providers will fight to keep prices low as a way to attract patients, although the concern of health and safety are present. Many health organizations and physicians recommend that individuals put quality of care and safety over the tempting price tag.

Medical tourism is another related term that is more broad in scope and defined as the process of traveling to a different country to undergo a specific medical procedure. Often this term is used when referring to procedures that are required or highly recommended as opposed to optional procedures that are done for aesthetic purposes only. These vacations fall under the category of medical tourism.

In recent years, this practice has grown in popularity. This is related to the desire of people to change their appearance, as well as the suppliers lowering their cost to entice potential patients. Many people have traveled abroad to undergo these surgeries. There are two key types of medical travelers that seek out these vacations: a traveler who is looking for the lowest price or a traveler who is seeking out the highest quality and the safest of conditions.

There are many other reasons why a patient may choose to have a procedure done abroad. For instance, the opportunity to travel, privacy, because of the assistance offered post-surgery, and general recuperation purposes. Risks are involved with any medical practice, especially ones done in a foreign land. In some areas of the world, the standard is held higher when it comes to safety, but in others there is virtually little or no safety standards. In modern times, many do not go to countries that offer these high discounts and low costs with the fear that they will have a botch surgery. Most patients do their research online and contrast and compare all of their options.

Cosmetic surgery abroad refers to the practice of going to another country in order to have a beautifying procedure performed. This practice is also known as a cosmetic vacation or medical tourism. There are many reasons a patient may choose to do this, including: privacy, procedure cost, destination and after care.




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