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Plastic Surgery San Diego
San Diego Plastic Surgery Procedures
Dr. Kat Gallus & Dr. Janet Chao offer the most advanced options to deliver exceptional results.
Breast
Dr. Gallus offers a full range of breast surgery, including breast augmentation with implants, breast augmentation with lift, breast implant removal, revision breast surgery, breast reduction, and breast lift.
Body
With expertise in body shaping including liposuction, mommy makeover, tummy tuck and Brazilian butt lift (BBL), Dr. Gallus can help you love your body.
Face
When it comes to a facelift, rhinoplasty, eyelid lift, or other facial procedure, Dr. Gallus & Dr. Chao will carefully personalize your procedure to meet your appearance goals.
Surgery for Men
Men seeking surgery in San Diego appreciate Dr. Gallus’ expertise in liposuction for men, and facial rejuvenation.
Skin
Non-surgical skin treatments and injectables diminish signs of aging with zero downtime. Options include Botox, dermal filler, microneedling, fractionated CO2 laser and IPL facial.
Meet Our San Diego Plastic Surgeons: Dr. Katerina Gallus and Dr. Janet Chao
At our San Diego plastic surgery practice, Restore SD Plastic Surgery, you will be cared for by Dr. Katerina Gallus or Dr. Janet Chao. Dr. Gallus offers a full range of procedures for the face, breast, and body, while Dr. Chao specializes in facial plastic surgery.
The best plastic surgeons in San Diego will put you first
Our female plastic surgeons tailor their treatment approaches to respect your personal ideal of beauty, offering both traditional and modern techniques. During your San Diego plastic surgery consultation, they will thoroughly discuss all your options.
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus
The founder of Restore SD Plastic Surgery, Dr. Katerina Gallus previously completed a 20-year career as a Navy plastic surgeon. She deployed multiple times to provide surgical trauma support to wounded soldiers and sailors; she also trained nearly 100 Navy physicians.
Dr. Gallus is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and a Castle Connolly Top Doctor, who was recognized by the organization on its “Exceptional Women In Medicine” list in 2024. She is a member of The Aesthetic Society, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), and the California Society of Plastic Surgeons (CSPS), among other professional organizations.
At Restore SD Plastic Surgery in San Diego, we partner with you to achieve the results of your dreams
Dr. Gallus holds over 20 years of experience in both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery and is highly skilled in all of the procedures she offers. As a female plastic surgeon and mother, Dr. Gallus is also a down-to-earth surgeon who understands the value of empowering you to make an informed decision about your plastic surgery.
Meet Dr. Gallus, get an inside peek at our La Jolla plastic surgery practice, and learn why patients love Restore SD Plastic Surgery.
Fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon Dr. Janet Chao
Dr. Janet Chao’s elite plastic surgery experience includes her residency at Yale University and advanced fellowship training in San Francisco through the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS). Dr. Chao specializes in a full range of plastic surgery procedures for the face and neck, including rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty. Every procedure is thoughtfully personalized to each patient to honor their unique aesthetic preferences.
Put your best face forward with natural-looking facial rejuvenation in San Diego
With a caring, feminine touch and clear communication style, Dr. Chao makes her patients feel right at home in our La Jolla plastic surgery office and completely comfortable throughout their transformative journey to highlight their natural character and beauty.
Meet Dr. Chao and learn about her passion for helping patients look and feel their best through expert facial rejuvenation and cosmetic surgery.
Where you get plastic surgery in San Diego matters
The on-site operating room at Restore SD Plastic Surgery Center was thoughtfully designed with your safety, comfort, and privacy in mind. Our surgical facility is Quad A-accredited, meaning we follow over 350 stringent patient safety standards including sterility, equipment functionality, and medical staff qualifications to help reduce complications with anesthesia or infection. You’ll be able to rest before and after surgery in a calming environment with an attentive nurse at all times.
We offer convenience and privacy
Our surgical suite offers a convenient and seamless experience as your consultation, pre-op appointment, surgery, and post-op appointments will all be in the same location. We have a handicap-accessible parking garage with elevators and you’ll be able to leave through a private exit. We are delighted to offer a truly patient-first experience for those who work with our plastic surgeons in San Diego.
We make planning plastic surgery easy
We get it, you’re busy! That’s why we developed a Recovery Calculator so we can help you plan your procedure to allow for the perfect amount of time for a smooth recovery with the least disruption to your calendar.
“I saw multiple doctors and none of them ever listened to my concerns or to how I was actually feeling. Dr. Gallus did!!!”
—A.E.
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Serving the La Jolla community along the San Diego coastline
Our office is conveniently located just off I-5 and La Jolla Village Drive, making it easily accessible for patients throughout La Jolla and San Diego. We are just minutes from UC San Diego, Del Mar, Carmel Valley, Sorrento Valley, and University City, with a short drive to Solana Beach, Rancho Santa Fe, Encinitas, and Carlsbad.
