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Restore SD Plastic Surgery»Blog » Our All-Female Plastic Surgery Team Shares Their Favorite Treatments + Procedures

Our All-Female Plastic Surgery Team Shares Their Favorite Treatments + Procedures

Published January 13, 2025 by Restore SD Plastic Surgery
Dr. Gallus and the Restore SD Plastic Surgery team

At our San Diego plastic surgery office, we all love what we do—and we all have our personal favorite procedures (and educated opinions about which procedures are the best). We know what it’s like to juggle careers, family, and friendships while trying to look your best and feel your most confident. If we had to choose only one, here are the procedures (both surgical and non-surgical) that we love most—both to see others undergo, and to receive ourselves!

Dr. Katerina Gallus

Dr. Gallus: Tummy Tuck

What it is: Procedure that tightens stretched abdominal muscles & skin

Why she loves it: “Especially when you are left with excess abdominal skin and stretched muscles after having kids, tummy tucks are worth the downtime to correct what diet and exercise cannot fully restore. The life-changing transformation and confidence boost can be remarkable!”

Dr. Janet Chao

Dr. Chao: Full Facial Rejuvenation

What it is: Combined procedures to address signs of aging in a custom, comprehensive way

Why she loves it: “I love performing full facial rejuvenations because they combine artistry and precision to help patients turn back the clock naturally. With the goal of restoring youthful features while preserving individuality, we may use a combination of eyelid lifts, facelifts, or lasers. There’s nothing more rewarding than helping people regain their confidence and feel their best!”

Brianna Lempe

Bri: Avéli Cellulite Reduction

What it is: Minimal-downtime procedure to reduce cellulite dimples

Why she loves it: “All women want to get rid of cellulite! Avéli requires minimal downtime, and it actually works. It can be performed in the office with local numbing, which means it’s relatively quick. You can get back to work the next day—just take it easy for a couple of days and you’ll be golden.”

Isela Barker

Isela: Virtue RF Microneedling

What it is: Procedure to tighten skin and improve the texture & tone

Why she loves it: “Virtue Microneedling is very versatile for many different complexions and skin concerns, whether you are concerned about aging and wrinkles, early prevention, acne, or dull skin tone. Microneedling prompts the skin to renew itself, revealing a visibly fresher complexion to fight both long-term aging and temporary skin concerns. It requires little to no downtime, and it’s safe at all times of the year.”

Ava Denunzio - Patient Surgery Coordinator

Ava: Breast Augmentation

What it is: Procedure to enhance breast size and shape with saline or silicone-filled implants

Why she loves it: “Breast augmentation patients see instant satisfaction! It is such a rewarding procedure, making a huge difference in everything from how clothes fit to how patients carry themselves. I enjoy being part of the journey that helps patients feel more confident.”

Cinthia Gonzalez - Front Desk Coordinator and Licensed Medical Aesthetician

Cinthia: DiamondGlow

What it is: Gentle, customizable facial to exfoliate and improve skin’s appearance

Why she loves it: “DiamondGlow facials give you instant results with no downtime! Not only does your skin look better, but it stays more balanced when you get regular facials. They extract your pores without painful squeezing or pinching, while also promoting circulation and infusing the skin with healthy antioxidants.”

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Want more content from our girl squad? Subscribe to our podcast, All the B’s, where Dr. Gallus & our scrub tech Bri talk candidly about trending topics in plastic surgery! And if you’re curious to try one of these treatments yourself, give our San Diego office a call at 858-224-2281.

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