Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery
Plastic and aesthetic surgery covers body contouring, breast surgery, facial procedures and post-weight-loss reconstruction, together with the reconstructive work that follows injury or cancer treatment. Cosmetic surgery is not covered by U.S. insurance, so almost every American patient in this category is paying out of pocket and comparing prices directly. Published U.S. averages, such as those from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, usually state the surgeon's fee alone and exclude anaesthesia and facility charges — so the real gap is often wider than a headline comparison suggests. Ask what a quote abroad includes, and who manages revision if one is needed.
How much does plastic & aesthetic surgery cost? U.S. vs abroad
Starting prices published by clinics listed on xcuro in each country (USD), next to the typical U.S. price. Select a price for the full guide where one exists.
U.S. prices come from the sources named on each procedure page. Flights and hotel are not included. Underlined prices open a full cost guide.
Procedures in Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery
Surgery to remove loose skin and fat from the upper arms, often after weight loss.
Surgical placement of silicone or saline implants behind breast tissue or the chest muscle to increase breast volume; operation takes 60-90 minutes under general anesthesia.
Surgical lifting and reshaping of sagging breasts (mastopexy).
Surgical reduction mammoplasty removes excess breast tissue, fat and skin and repositions the nipple-areola complex; the operation takes 2-5 hours.
A cosmetic operation that liposuctions fat from the abdomen, flanks or thighs and re-injects it into the buttocks to reshape and enlarge them.
Surgical removal or repositioning of excess upper-lid skin and lower-lid fat to refresh the periorbital area; outpatient procedure of 45 minutes to 2.5 hours.
Facial bone contouring (mandibular angle reduction, zygoma reduction and genioplasty) reshapes the jaw, cheekbones and chin into a slimmer 'V-line'; recovery to fly home is 2-3 weeks.
Surgical rhytidectomy lifts and redistributes facial skin and underlying tissue through incisions hidden at the temples and around the ears; full effect visible at 6-9 months.
Surgery to reduce enlarged male breast tissue, using liposuction, gland excision or both.
Surgical suction-assisted removal of localized fat deposits using small cannulas; performed under general or local anesthesia in 1-3 hours.
A combination of body procedures after pregnancy, usually a tummy tuck, breast surgery and liposuction, done in one operation.
Surgery to tighten loose neck skin and muscle bands and define the jawline.
Surgical reshaping or repositioning of the ears (prominent ear correction).
Surgical reshaping of the nasal bone and cartilage to alter size, profile or tip; performed under general anesthesia in 1.5-3 hours with a splint worn 7 days.
Surgical removal of excess abdominal skin and fat, tightening of the abdominal-wall muscles, and repositioning of the navel; recovery to full activity takes 6 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
How much does plastic surgery cost?
It depends on the procedure and the country. At clinics listed on xcuro: Arm Lift (Brachioplasty) from $5,599 in Mexico, vs $6,192+ in the U.S. Breast Augmentation from $2,000 in Turkey, vs $6,000+ in the U.S. Breast Lift (Mastopexy) from $5,199 in Mexico, vs $6,816+ in the U.S. Breast Reduction from $3,485 in Turkey, vs $7,800+ in the U.S. The full table on this page lists every procedure by country.
What is the cheapest country for plastic surgery?
Among clinics listed on xcuro, Turkey has the lowest starting price for 8 of the 15 procedures we price. Starting prices are only part of the picture: compare what each quote includes and who will operate.
What is the best country for plastic surgery?
There is no single best country. Turkey offers the widest choice of procedures at clinics listed on xcuro (15). Choose on the doctor's credentials, independent patient ratings and how far you are willing to travel, then on price.
Does U.S. insurance cover plastic surgery abroad?
Most U.S. health plans do not pay for elective surgery abroad, and cosmetic procedures are not covered at all. The CDC warns that care for complications after surgery abroad may not be covered either.