Plastic Surgery San Diego
The plastic surgeon explains when to time a “mommy makeover” surgery—like tummy tucks, breast enhancements, and liposuction—to be ready for summer vacations and holidays. San Diego, California /Press Advantage/ —Dr. Katerina Gallus of Restore SD Plastic Surgery in San Diego has performed hundreds of mommy makeovers in her 20+-year San Diego plastic surgery career, and she’s learned […]
Once you’ve scheduled your San Diego mommy makeover, it’s time to prepare yourself, your family, and your recovery space. Below, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus shares a comprehensive mommy makeover checklist (plus a few other tips!) to help you enjoy a smooth recovery and the best results possible. Pre-surgery preparation Post-surgery mommy makeover […]
Planning breast reduction comes with many natural questions about everything from scars to sensation in your nipples. To help you get a head start on your consultation, our La Jolla plastic surgery team put together some answers to common questions about life after this procedure. Jump to: What is recovery like? Recovering from breast reduction […]
Losing a significant amount of weight is a remarkable achievement and deserves to be celebrated. However, your hard-earned results can be overshadowed by the excess, sagging skin that is often left behind. We understand the importance of feeling as good as you look and looking as good as you feel! To help your weight loss […]
Determining which breast procedure best fits your unique needs can be challenging, especially when deciding between a breast lift vs. a breast reduction. Both surgeries have distinct benefits, so it’s vital to understand the distinctions and circumstances when each procedure, or a combination of both, is the best approach to help you love your breasts! […]
If you’ve considered plastic surgery, you may have envisioned the anxiety and prolonged recovery associated with general anesthesia. But, you may be surprised to find that a few of the most transformative aesthetic procedures can be performed with local anesthesia alone. In this post, female plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus shares four surprising in-office procedures […]
The search for an effective solution to cellulite can be never-ending if you try all of the supposedly cellulite-fighting creams, massages, exercises, and diets—yet those stubborn dimples persist. If you are ready to reduce cellulite for good, we have the breakthrough treatment for you: Avéli cellulite reduction offers long-lasting, visible results with a quick in-office […]
Getting a tummy tuck can be a transformative experience that enhances your natural beauty and boosts your confidence by removing excess skin and tightening your midsection. But how can you make sure your results are not just good, but great? Here, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus weighs in on key factors that will […]
Dimpleplasty, cat-eye surgery, buccal fat pad removal—are these just the plastic surgery trends of the season, or are they going to stick around? San Diego board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus recently participated in an American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) panel discussion about this topic with Dr. David Shafer and Dr. Jason Pozner. […]
Labiaplasty is one of the most stigmatized cosmetic procedures—and one of the most sought-after procedures amongst women in recent years, with demand for this particular procedure rising sharply. But why? Although plastic surgery has become more socially accepted, labiaplasty still remains largely taboo and often shrouded in mystery and misunderstanding. Here, female plastic surgeon Dr. […]
