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Podcast: Christmas Beauty Wishlist 2025 with Dr. G and Bri

San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus and her scrub tech Bri on the episode of their podcast "All the B's" where they chat about their Christmas wishlists [Christmas Beauty Wishlist 2025 with Dr. G and Bri]

Listen: Watch: Christmas is basically here, and let’s be honest, we all have a beauty wishlist. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri unpack their dream stockings and share the treatments they’re begging Santa for. Happy holidays from the Restore SD girls! Thanks for listening to us rant about celebs and plastic surgery all […]

Filed Under: Podcast, Skin

Podcast – Beauty on a Budget: The Only Anti-Aging Tips You Need

San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus and her scrub tech Bri on the episode of their podcast "All the B's" where they chat about preventative aging [The Only Anti-Aging Tips You Need]

Listen: Watch: You don’t need a trust fund or a 12-step routine to age well; you just need smart basics. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri share what works: daily SPF, good skincare, and the right treatments at the right time. They get into baby Botox, timing your retinol, and why bargain injections […]

Filed Under: Injectables, Non-Surgical, Podcast, Skin

Podcast: Botox, Filler & the Blurry Line Between Youthful and Yikes

San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus and her scrub tech Bri on the episode of their podcast "All the B's" where they chat about Botox & filler [Botox & Filler Basics]

Listen: Watch: You don’t need a PhD to figure out the difference between fillers and Botox, or to decode all the brands in between. You just need a little insider truth, and Dr. G and Bri have plenty to share. They swap stories about their experiences with injectables and explain why discount Botox always ends […]

Filed Under: Injectables, Non-Surgical, Podcast

Podcast: BS Skin Care Trends That Need to Be Over, A San Diego Female Plastic Surgeon’s Perspective

San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus and her scrub tech Bri on the episode of their podcast "All the B's" where they chat about skin care [Skin Care Trends That Need To Be Over]

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Filed Under: Podcast, Skin

Podcast: Bold Claims or BS? Biohacking Beauty with Regenerative Medicine

San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus and her scrub tech Bri on the episode of their podcast "All the B's" where they chat about regenerative medicine [Bold Claims or BS? Biohacking Beauty with Regenerative Medicine]

Listen: Watch: Keeping up with skin care advice feels like dodging landmines. One wrong move, and your face is paying for it. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. G and Bri break down the absolute must-do steps for healthy skin and explain why that viral product on TikTok might be wrecking your face. Dr. G & Bri […]

Filed Under: Podcast, Skin

Podcast – Bri Breaks it Down: Breast Implants, 2 BBLs, & Botched Filler in Mexico

San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus and her scrub tech Bri on the episode of their podcast "All the B's" where they chat about Bri's procedures

Are you considering a subtle tweak or maybe a major transformation? San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus and her team would love to help. Let’s talk about your goals! Listen: Watch: Episode Details Dr. G & Bri cover:  About All the B’s Podcast Hosted by plastic surgeon San Diego expert Dr. Kat Gallus and her […]

Filed Under: Body Surgery, Breast Surgery, Injectables, Podcast

Does Sculptra look more natural than filler?

Women getting a Sculptra treatment at a San Diego med spa

Dermal fillers have become one of the top non-surgical treatments to enhance the appearance, and one filler is especially popular among those seeking gradual, beautifully natural rejuvenation: Sculptra®. Here, San Diego female plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus answers some of the most common questions her patients ask about this innovative dermal filler at her San […]

Filed Under: Injectables

How to Avoid Fake Botox

Cosmetic injectable syringes laying on a table next to a surgical mask

It sounds like it would be impossible in the United States in 2024, yet the news of patients being hospitalized after receiving fake, counterfeit Botox® is real. The New York Times covered it, and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning, complete with photos of the fake Botox packaging.  This news simply underscores […]

Filed Under: Injectables

How to Change Your Skincare in Winter: A Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Explains

Woman applying heavy cream and moisturizing mask during winter

Winter = dry skin, period. The cold, dry outdoor air makes it harder for your skin to hold on to moisture and can break down your natural skin barrier over time, leading to irritation. Being inside likely won’t help unless you are next to a humidifier—the dry, heated indoor air will continue to decrease the […]

Filed Under: Skin

Top 6 Minimally-Invasive Treatments for Brides to Prepare for Your Big Day

Beautiful Bride with Bouquet of Flowers on Her Wedding Day

You’ve picked your color theme, you’ve sampled the food, and you’ve even planned out your seating chart—but, dear bride-to-be, have you put much time and thought into you? Studies show that cosmetic treatments for brides are on the rise—there was reportedly a 30 percent increase in people considering cosmetic procedures as part of their wedding […]

Filed Under: Injectables, Skin

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