If you are thinking about a tummy tuck or liposuction, it’s important to understand what to expect from each procedure. Your ultimate satisfaction after cosmetic surgery is dependent upon your research, education, and overall goals. A tummy tuck and liposuction are two different surgeries that address different aesthetic concerns. Liposuction can be performed in conjunction… Read More »
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Liposuction: Things to Think About
There are so many forms of liposuction on the market here in Newport Beach and elsewhere, so we understand that it’s easy to get confused with what does what and which is best for you. So here we go through a few things to keep in mind when considering liposuction. First off, traditional liposuction works on deeper,… Read More »
Mini Tummy Tuck vs. Full Tummy Tuck
While you may be sure that you want to undergo a tummy tuck, you still need to ask yourself the question: Should I get a mini tummy tuck or a full tummy tuck? Each patient has a different body as well as different desires and expectations. Read our infographic below to help yourself decide between… Read More »
Get to Know your Plastic Surgeon
We want you to have the best experience possible when having plastic surgery and we know how daunting choosing a plastic surgeon in the Newport Beach area can be. First, of course, you need to choose an experienced, well-trained, board-certified plastic surgeon. The next important step in choosing a good plastic surgeon in Newport Beach or elsewhere is seeing how… Read More »
Post-Rhinoplasty Care
“Do I really have to wear a cast over my nose after having a nose job? “ is a question I frequently get from patients who are obviously concerned about how they are going to look after having work to improve their appearance. Yes, a splint (not a cast) is necessary to wear on your nose… Read More »
Is Fall Your Smartest Choice for Rhinoplasty Recovery?
Our beautiful California weather continues from the warmer summer months to the mild, comfortable Fall season. For many Newport Beach residents, this is the time of year they seriously consider an aesthetic improvement to their face or body contour. At the top of the list of procedures considered is rhinoplasty (or nose job). If you… Read More »
Latisse® for Lusher Lashes
Most people who come to us from Orange County have already heard about Latisse®, the eyelash grower that’s been on the market since the FDA approved it in December 2008. But we frequently get questions on how to use it and if it really work as an eyelash lengthener. Before it was used as an eyelash… Read More »
Preparing for Your Facelift or Other Procedures
If you, like many others in Orange County are preparing for a facelift there are some important things to know. In the two weeks prior to your face lift surgery, we recommend our Orange County plastic surgery patients to stop taking certain medications, including blood thinners, anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) and aspirin, as they thin your blood and… Read More »
About Asian Rhinoplasty
We perform many Asian rhinoplasties here in Orange County due to our large Asian population. Most people don’t realize how different an Asian rhinoplasty is from a Western rhinoplasty. The nasal features of Asians and most Westerners are completely different and this requires specific maneuvers or techniques that are used to address each of the differences. A… Read More »
Fun Facts About Rhinoplasty
It’s funny how rumors spread. In Newport Beach we’re frequently asked strange questions about rhinoplasty surgeries so we thought it would be fun to put a few fun facts together for the education and enjoyment of our Newport Beach clientele. Here are a few recurring questions/statements about rhinoplasty – Can you tell if they are fact or… Read More »