Plastic Surgery San Diego
If you are having trouble sleeping after plastic surgery, know that this is a common complaint and you are not alone. Still, it is critical to get adequate sleep for healthy immunity and healing after your cosmetic enhancement! At our plastic surgery practice, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus, facial plastic surgeon Dr. Janet […]
A tummy tuck, clinically referred to as abdominoplasty, is a type of body contouring surgery designed to tighten loose core muscles and remove excess skin & fat on the abdomen. Because a tummy tuck provides numerous benefits, ranging from increased mobility to improved posture, many patients have reported sustained weight loss following their procedures—but is […]
Many patients ask for a timeline for their tummy tuck recovery. While we generally advise patients that you can go back to work after a tummy tuck (a.k.a. abdominoplasty) in two to six weeks, the amount of recovery time you need depends on several factors of your surgery. You may go home after the surgical […]
It’s full-throttle summer in Southern California, and we’re excited to share the top 5 treatments and procedures that our patients are loving this time of year! From permanent cellulite reduction to the top medical-grade facial, our list has something for everyone to feel more bikini-ready and confident. Avéli Cellulite Reduction Avéli cellulite reduction is the […]
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 […]
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 […]
