Viral Facelift Transformation Puts Guadalajara on the Map for Cosmetic Surgery

Guadalajara, Mexico has become a notable destination for cosmetic surgery, as highlighted by a recent viral video showcasing a man's dramatic facelift transformation. David Dickson, known as @new.beginnings639 on TikTok, shared his 'before and after' journey, crediting Dr. Maribel Belmontes in Guadalajara for the procedure, which included a lower facelift and deep plane neck lift. The video, uploaded on June 27, 2025, quickly amassed over 3.1 million views, with many commenters expressing astonishment at the natural-looking and youthful results. One user remarked, "When facelifts done so right. No fillers that would make you look botched or plastic. You know a very good/highly skilled plastic surgeon is so good,when she can make her patients look so natural and young. Excellent surgery techniques." Another comment read, "This is the second INSANE facelift I’ve seen posted from Guadalajara this week!" The popularity of such videos has drawn attention to medical tourism in the region, with some viewers even joking about moving to Guadalajara for similar procedures. "BRB buying a house in GDL to rent recovery rooms," one user quipped. While the video primarily focuses on Dickson's personal experience, it underscores a growing trend of individuals seeking high-quality, potentially more affordable, cosmetic treatments abroad.