Plastic Surgery San Diego
Want to know if labiaplasty will be covered by insurance? Women consider labiaplasty for many reasons. Labiaplasty is a procedure that reduces the excess skin of the vaginal area, known as the labia. Studies have shown that the most common reason for having labiaplasty surgery is to correct enlarged or elongated labia that can occur […]
Weight fluctuations are a normal part of life, but can they affect the results of your tummy tuck? The good news is that tummy tuck results are extremely durable and can typically withstand a fair amount of weight gain or weight loss before results change significantly. Here, La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus weighs […]
When it’s time to have your breast implants removed, you need to know your options. As a board-certified plastic surgeon and breast implant removal expert, Dr. Katerina Gallus is passionate about educating her patients on the facts. Below, she answers questions unique to breast implant removal that patients ask. Does Dr. Gallus perform en bloc […]
Earlobe repair surgery is an aesthetic cosmetic surgery in which a trained surgeon expertly reshapes and restores the earlobe’s appearance. In this post, San Diego facial plastic surgeon Dr. Janet Chao shares 5 things you should know about ear surgery if you are considering undergoing this procedure. 1. Your earlobe is made of skin and […]
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 […]
