Arturo Gonzalez Montes, MD

Hi everyone I have been on this website for going on three years now I have had a breast augmentation previously and I now have just had the Brazilian butt lift with lipo from: abdomin, flanks, back, and arms transferred to my buttocks and hips. I had my surgery yesterday 04/06/17 around 1-2 o'clock I'm not 100 of the time but I'm assuming I had maybe a 3 hour surgery at one and came out at 4 because I remember asking a nurse the time. Let me start by saying I was only 98-100 lbs all of my life & I had to gain weight, I was 118 here the day of surgery. I was always hoping for butt Implants until I discovered so many complications and u satisfaction with the implamts being hard or shifting and it didn't seem like something I wanted to constantly deal with. So I decided to gain weight & how I gained weight was by drinking a liquid appetizer enhancer that really honestly work amazingly. I drink 2-3 ensure plus a day for roughly 2 months. I discovered this dr from two of my girlfriends who have come here 2/3 years ago. They gave me Marissa's email and we set everything up over phone and email. DETAILS OF SURGERY I arrived at Dr. Arturo Gonzalez Montes office at 930am for the first time. Marissa was there and was very sweet and helpful. I did the paperwork and had blood drawn. I talked with Marissa about my main concern which was the epidural/ sedation because it was local anesthesia. I was just scared for the scary things that come with an epidural gone wrong. I'm a realist and always think worst case scenario instead of best so I know what to expect and I'm not disappointed if something doesn't go my way and super happy when things go well. So back to what I was saying Marissa told me it was higher up your spine than the epidural pregnant woman get & that it doesn't hurt at all. The Dr comes in shortly after & I go back to his office, he greets me and he was so welcoming and nice! It was our first time meeting and he just seemed like I chose the right surgeon in the first minutes. He marked me up, took photos of me for pre op & i showed him pictures of what I wanted. Next thing you know we are following him to the surgery clinic probably only 3 minutes driving away from his office, but there was some traffic. I get my room and some fluids Hooked up to me go into the surgery room and meet the anesthesiologist who was nice as well dr Gonzalez was there and super nice as well. Let me start by saying my friends who had this before look.. Wow. Amazing! And they say their waists were tinier right after surgery so make sure I don't keep eating all unhealthy, but I'm telling you their waists are still small. I got all nervous for the epidural, but I kneHi everyone I have been on this website for going on three years now I have had a breast augmentation previously and I now have just had the Brazilian butt lift with lipo from: abdomin, flanks, back, and arms transferred to my buttocks and hips. I had my surgery yesterday 04/06/17 around 1-2 o'clock I'm not 100 of the time but I'm assuming I had maybe a 3 hour surgery at one and came out at 4 because I remember asking a nurse the time. Let me start by saying I was only 98-100 lbs all of my life & I had to gain weight, I was 118 here the day of surgery. I was always hoping for butt Implants until I discovered so many complications and u satisfaction with the implamts being hard or shifting and it didn't seem like something I wanted to constantly deal with. So I decided to gain weight & how I gained weight was by drinking a liquid appetizer enhancer that really honestly work amazingly. I drink 2-3 ensure plus a day for roughly 2 months. I discovered this dr from two of my girlfriends who have come here 2/3 years ago. They gave me Marissa's email and we set everything up over phone and email. DETAILS OF SURGERY I arrived at Dr. Arturo Gonzalez Montes office at 930am for the first time. Marissa was there and was very sweet and helpful. I did the paperwork and had blood drawn. I talked with Marissa about my main concern which was the epidural/ sedation because it was local anesthesia. I was just scared for the scary things that come with an epidural gone wrong. I'm a realist and always think worst case scenario instead of best so I know what to expect and I'm not disappointed if something doesn't go my way and super happy when things go well. So back to what I was saying Marissa told me it was higher up your spine than the epidural pregnant woman get & that it doesn't hurt at all. The Dr comes in shortly after & I go back to his office, he greets me and he was so welcoming and nice! It was our first time meeting and he just seemed like I chose the right surgeon in the first minutes. He marked me up, took photos of me for pre op & i showed him pictures of what I wanted. Next thing you know we are following him to the surgery clinic probably only 3 minutes driving away from his office, but there was some traffic. I get my room and some fluids Hooked up to me go into the surgery room and meet the anesthesiologist who was nice as well dr Gonzalez was there and super nice as well. Let me start by saying my friends who had this before look.. Wow. Amazing! And they say their waists were tinier right after surgery and they are still tiny now ! Just to eat healthy and it'll say and was it train. No more hot Cheetos lol. So I woke up three times, twice to move my head and once like " hey Doctor are we almost done" in the sleepiness voice ever lol. I did t feel a thing when I woke up beside my body moving from the liposuction and he took it very delicate and meticulous while liposuctioning me. I went to recovery right after and came back to my room. I was still numb in my whole body besides my hands. So I didn't feel any pain until around 5am 04/07/17 and it wasn't like excruciating (hope I'm not speaking too soon) I used to be a competitive cheerleader so I just feel like I worked out very hard. One thing I wish some girls who have had this procedure would mention is that you BLEED A LOT! Which I wasn't expecting! I have a drain and it's been emptied about 5 times since (it's 8:00am 04/07/17 ) I'm still in the recovery home but I should be going home in a few hours!

I had been wanting to get my nose done for as long as I can remember. When the opportunity arose with work & school allowing me to take time off, I began to research immediately. I came across Dr. Gonzales' website & decided to make an appointment for a consultation. I just got my surgery done today, & I am so glad that I went with doctor Gonzalez!

Updated on 12 Nov 2015:
I apologize for not having many pre op photos on here yet, I will be uploading them shortly. I never liked the hump on the bridge or the downturned tip of my nose Whenever I'd see pictures of my profile, I didn't feel as if the person I was looking at in the picture was myself. It has only been one day post op & I am already so so excited to see the results!

Updated on 1 Feb 2016:
it is so strange seeing my before and after photos side by side!! the post op on the left is two weeks after cast removal.

I had been unhappy with my saggy stomach for many years and had been thinking of having a tummy tuck. A friend of mine recommended Dr. Arturo Gonzalez. Right away he put me at ease about the procedure, explaining step by step, and discussing after care. The surgery went well, and Dr. Gonzalez even came to see me in recovery that night, even though it was after hours. I went home soon after. Several days later I had an issue with my newly created belly button. The stitches came apart along the bottom. I was told, while not common, it does happen. This required extra care and a few extra visits. Dr Gonzalez took very good care of me and in spite of the minor bumps in the road, I am quite pleased with the overall result. In fact, I have been back to him for other procedures since then.
Valerie Smith, Simi Valley, CA

Dr. Gonzalez is one of the most professional doctors I have ever had the pleasure of dealing with. From the consultation through to the procedure and post surgery follow ups, Dr. Gonzalez personally handled each one. Amazing surgeon and amazing staff. Dr. Gonzalez has operated my grand mother, my mom, and my sister. I reached out to him because he is a family doctor of ours. I couldn't be any more happier with my surgery. I live in Phoenix, AZ. I've been emailing him when I first reached out to him and responded to me as soon as possible even till my post surgery with any concerns I have. It's been one week since my surgery and my recovery has been perfect. I'm not hurting. My breast look amazing, super pleased with they way they look already. Can't wait till a couple more weeks :) so happy with everything. Dr. Gonzalez is my first choice if I am considering plastic surgery again in the future.

I have known Dr. Gonzales for over 20 years I have had more than enough of my share of different procedures over the years Including 2 breast implants lipo suction and fat transfer I can tell you that not only is he one of the best doctors and trust me I have had my share of doctors but very professional in every aspect from finish to start I have recommended many of my family members and friends who are all very happy with their procedures. I do know that Dr.Arturo Gonzales will meet and discuss if a procedure is the right thing for you so I know for a fact that he is not in it just for the money. I have always had nothing but pure respect and admiration for this doctor and please don't believe everything your read he is a g e at doctor and I will continue to recommend him .

I am a nurse in Texas and had a tummy tuck in Nov 2013 in Tijuana from a different plastic surgeon and asked all the nurses and caregivers recommendations for a plastic surgeon that specialized in facelifts and at least 2 of them had family members that had procedures with him so I contacted Marissa that is the coordinator.She gave me a few names of clients that had procedures with him and I followed up with the referrals so decided in May to have a lower facelift with Dr Gonzalez-It all went great and very happy with the results that I will be going back for a breast lift this coming month,.Dr Gonzalez is board certified and member of the American Board of Plastic surgeons.Very professional and knowledgeable with a lot of experience.I feel very blessed to have met him and I know when I go back I will be in the best of hands

I got referred to Dr. Arturo Gonzalez Montes through a friends friend. When I met him he seemed to know what he was talking about and made me feel comfortable with getting my procedure done with him. I wasn't aware that the payment was all he was aiming for.
I went in with him to get a breast lift with implants and abdomen and back liposuction. After discussing a surgery plan which we both agreed would be best to achieve the look I wanted I made my payment and went back on the day of the surgery.
This was the worse most traumatic day of my life. I woke up twice during my surgery unable to breathe. I thought I was going to die. I felt the cannula in my abdomen the first time I woke up and the second time I felt him insert my implant in my breast. I was crying begging him to put me back down and all he said was "wait I'm almost done".
I found out 2 weeks after surgery that he had not finished my lift. We discussed an anchor lift and he did a vertical lift causing my breast to sag 2 months after surgery. He left one of my nipples higher than the other causing it to be completely out when I'm wearing a bra or a low cut shirt. He over did my abdomen liposuction causing my stomach to look lumpy and uneven not to mention the discoloration. He didn't perform my back liposuction which he kept insisting he had (he finally admitted he hadn't 4 months after surgery) Because I advised him I had met with 2 plastic surgeons in la jolla whom explained to me everything he did wrong.
This man ruined my body. I went in there looking to better myself and I walked out looking and feeling worse than ever. I wouldn't wish upon my worse enemy. Beware of doctor like him!!!! Please please do your research I will be taking legal action but a lot of people dont know their rights and walk away from situations like this. I wont be letting him walk away from the situation he put me in!

Updated on 28 May 2015:

Booked and ready for the new me . Dr made me feel comfortable. He said I needed to gain a little more weight for surgery he wants to inject 1000cc to 1200cc I know a couple girls who went to him and I love there results. I hate gaining weight I'm currently in hiding with a couple weeks to go can any on recommend me some stuff I will be needing for after my surgery and what I should pack?

Hi well today I meet with Doctor Arturo Gonzales Montes and I booked my appt I'm so excited!! I felt he knows what I expect of this surgery and he looks really professional I got booked for February 19 2016 he told me I'm expected to stay a overnight in a clinic and stay in Tijuana 2 days felling so nervous!!

Well about 3 years ago I started to not like my nose I felt like it was too big, the bridge is skinny and then the rest is circular like a clown nose lol. I started looking into rhinoplasty and said I was gonna do it eventually when I was in my vacation in college and my first year is done and since I have summer vacays to consult with this doctor that my neighbors recommended because her and her son got it done with Dr. Arturo Gonzalez in Tijuana. So I went on the beginnig of June and he couldn't make it so I recently went Monday to TJ and waited for him to arrive since he has to cross the border as well since he lives in San Diego. So I finally talked to him and he told me it was a little too wide and showed me pics of one girl with similar and said the eyes show more and ur whole facial expression changed for the better of course. He said when I became old the tip wouldve drooped. He is super funny and I felt really good because all the staff there he said has had rhino, I talked to his assistants, secretary and they love their nose and they said he is conservative he doesn't like his patients to look like theyve had surgery done he likes it to look natural!!

Updated on 2 Jul 2013:
I am super duper nervous right now all these thought are running through my head!! I just hope everythig goes well.

Updated on 2 Jul 2013:
Well finally I'm on my way back from the border I had my surgery end around 12pm and it sure feels tingly and I feel like I have a cold and ny throat hurts as well I'm pretty sure from the tube. I'm still not swollen or bruised YET

Updated on 3 Jul 2013:
So my throat started hurting worse over the night I think my neck pillow made it worse cuz the side of ny neck feels super sore I can't really swallow idk why does anyone else feel like this it hurts more than the actual nose??

Updated on 4 Jul 2013:
So I don't know if its supposed to feel like this but my nose feels like super hard like a rock I'm not sure if the tape is puttig the pressure and the stitches outside my nose kind of hurt also, I didn't know it was gonna be quite painful

Updated on 5 Jul 2013:
The doctor told me yo not make me look piggy and he said no but that when he taped it it would look like that I just hope it doesn't stay that way

Updated on 5 Jul 2013:
Oops I meant to say I told the doctor

Updated on 6 Jul 2013:
My whole face gets so shiny and oily even tho I clean it with a towel kinda annoying and these stitches are still super uncomfortable since I have em on the outside of the nostrils they look gross also

Updated on 6 Jul 2013:
So my stitches are super tight and I can't smile or laugh but today I've been tempted to laugh or tried laughing but I feel like there exending itd kinda painful and iI on't want them to rip:'(

Updated on 7 Jul 2013:
I want this cast off already I want my tip to go down it'd just weird seeing so much nostril when I didn't even have mine show so much!!!

Updated on 8 Jul 2013:
So last night I kept waking up and couldnt sleep much because my stitches were itching and nose under the cast as well i wanted to scratch it so badly! I'm also scared that when the cast comes off it still looks piggy!!

Updated on 9 Jul 2013:
It turns out that I got my cast off but he had to put tape all around it for another week and I get the stitches off until next week which sux cuz they get itchy!! It hurt so bad when he was touchig it all over it felt so sore and its super swollen!! Well I'm glad for the girls that got their cast off today hopefully u guys love it!

Updated on 13 Jul 2013:
I've been so sad it sucks, the nurses and stuff told me that depression is normal but idk why I'm feeling like I did a huge mistake I'm scared I'm gonna look completely different its a horrible feeling and I wish I would've thought it better!!!

Updated on 7 Mar 2014:
Okay where should I start well all these months have passed by and let me start off by this whole decision gave me severe depression and I couldn't take it. There was a point where I just wanted to die. I didn't eat and cried all day everyday for about 15 days in august. I thought I wasn't the same person, that I ruined my face and all I wanted was my old nose. I hated myself for going through something that just popped in my head out of nowhere. I felt like I betrayed myself. I did go to the hospital twice, I went to see psychiatrists for medication and therapists. My mom pretty much did everything in her hands to see me get better she would call my friends to cheer me up, took me to TJ for life changing groups, pretty much took me everywhere that would benefit me. I have to say that therapy did work for me and the medication which I am no longer taking thank god! I learned to accept my nose and I actually see the same person as before. Its funny because friends that haven't seen me in while and see me don't even notice anything which makes actually makes me feel much better. Here's some pictures to show how I look now.

Updated on 23 Mar 2014:
So the time keeps passing by and I can honestly say that my nose doesn't bother me as much anymore. I feel like its part of me now and sometimes I forget I even went through the whole surgery and that I was able to conquer the horrible depression state that I was sumberged into. I can look in the mirror and not get repulsed by what I'm looking at. And I can sometimes pin point how it looks better than before! I thought I would never be able to go out in public and not be worried of what people would say. I can look at people in the eyes just like before and be my old self. It was a long process which does take time and you heal your heart and emotions. Swelling wise I still feel swelling its not as hard as it used to be but I do feel stiffness in the tip. I can rub it when i feel runny nose but Inot very hard as before which sucks. Those black heads that I got are still there but not as visible. Sometimes I feel like my collumella moves and shifts to one side which is really weird ill have to ask my doc about that. Also it still here oily especially overnight which I think its swelling. But yeah just wanted to let you guys know a Lil more about this nose!

Updated on 4 Jun 2014:
So hey guys just updating at 11 months. I still feel the tip hardish but not as hard its getting softer than before. I actually forgot how a normal nose tip feels but I think its getting there. It still does get sweaty when I wake up its all wetish. I think that's the water from the swelling. I feel like my nose isn't a problem anymore like I don't care when ppl look at me from the side or anything its like it doesn't matter to me:p I have always wanted a nose piercing but I never got one cuz of work and now i still want one but idk if I can? If it affects it or I'm scared like the nose falls apart idk I'm weird. Have any of you gotten one after rhino? Feel free to ask me anything or give ur opinion. Thanks

Updated on 12 Jun 2014:
Well I just wanted to add pictures to show the difference between the whole process. I didn't post before much pics during the whole rhino process because of the whole depression state but now I can show them and excuse my face I was honestly miserable. Hope these help people and show how much a nose changes throughtout the process! Since mine is 11 months already I still feel like it's gonna reduce in size because it still has some swelling.

Updated on 6 Sep 2015: