Photo Policy
Before and After Photo Policy
Before-and-after photos can help patients understand the types of changes that may be possible with body contouring procedures. However, photos should be interpreted carefully.
Disclosure: This educational guide is provided by the team at Hospital Cyntar and The Ariel Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Tijuana, Mexico. Information on this site is for general education only and is not medical advice. Results vary. Individual consultation with a qualified surgeon is required.
Individual Results Vary
Results vary based on anatomy, skin quality, weight history, procedure performed, healing response, scar formation, lifestyle factors, and medical conditions. Photos do not guarantee that another patient will achieve the same result.
Similar Patients Matter
When reviewing photos, patients should look for examples involving similar:
- Starting anatomy
- Amount of excess skin
- Weight-loss history
- Age range
- Procedure type
Scars Are Part of Body Contouring
Body contouring procedures remove excess tissue through incisions. Scars are expected. Scar length, location, and appearance vary by procedure and by individual healing.
Consultation Required
Before-and-after photos are educational tools. They do not replace consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon.
Last reviewed: June 2026. Next scheduled review: December 2026.