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Restore SD Plastic Surgery»Archives for Liposuction

Tummy tuck vs. 360 lipo: A plastic surgeon shares the pros & cons of each

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Deciding on the right body contouring procedure can be an intimidating journey, and you shouldn’t navigate it alone! As a seasoned female plastic surgeon in San Diego, Dr. Katerina Gallus has guided many patients through the options available to sculpt your curves and address the effects of weight changes, pregnancy, and/or time.  Today, we’re exploring […]

Filed Under: Body Surgery

6 Things You Didn’t Know About Tummy Tuck Recovery

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Planning a tummy tuck? You’re in for a major transformation! A tummy tuck sculpts not just excess fat and skin, but also tightens the underlying abdominal muscles. As such, recovery can take several weeks, and requires an investment of research, planning, and especially patience. Here are 6 things you might not know about the initial […]

Filed Under: Body Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Popular

How to Plan Mommy Makeover Recovery Around Summer Vacations, According to a San Diego Female Plastic Surgeon

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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 […]

Filed Under: Mommy Makeover

How to Take Your Tummy Tuck from Good to Great

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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 […]

Filed Under: Body Surgery

Carpools & Cannulas: Modern Motherhood and Plastic Surgery – Episode 29 – Gynecomastia

San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus discusses gynecomastia surgery and recovery on the latest episode of Carpools & Cannulas with Dr. Greer

In this episode of Carpools & Cannulas, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus of Restore SD Plastic Surgery and Dr. Jennifer Greer of Greer Plastic Surgery in Cleveland, OH, excess breast tissue in men and what gynecomastia surgery involves – from assessment to recovery time. Hear from these two board-certified plastic surgeons on all […]

Filed Under: Carpools & Cannulas: Modern Motherhood and Plastic Surgery

How to Combine Plastic Surgery Procedures, According to a Female Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

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When they first step into our office, many people don’t realize that you can combine multiple plastic surgery procedures. Our patients do it all the time! Common combinations like breast augmentation with lift, or tummy tuck with liposuction, are just the beginning of the possibilities. A two-in-one can bring many benefits, including a quicker overall […]

Filed Under: Plastic Surgery

Carpools & Cannulas: Modern Motherhood and Plastic Surgery – Episode 22 – Tummy Tuck vs Panniculectomy

Carpools and Cannulas Episode 22

In this episode of Carpools & Cannulas, Dr. Greer of Greer Plastic Surgery in Cleveland, OH, and Dr. Gallus of Restore SD Plastic Surgery in San Diego, CA discuss the difference between panniculectomy and abdominoplasty. They go over why one is generally covered by insurance and the other is a cosmetic procedure. They also share […]

Filed Under: Carpools & Cannulas: Modern Motherhood and Plastic Surgery

Your Ideal Pre-Summer Tune-Up: 5 Procedures to Prep for Beach Season

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Spring is in full swing and summer is just around the corner! If you’re anything like us, you’re counting down the days until you can slip into your favorite bathing suit, slather on the sunscreen, and sit poolside with large sunglasses and a cold drink. But, if baring skin in a swimsuit sounds intimidating, or […]

Filed Under: Plastic Surgery

Everything You Need to Know About Mommy Makeovers, From a Plastic Surgeon and Mother

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Motherhood is one of the greatest joys of life, but it surely takes a toll on the female body. Moms, you know the effects I’m talking about: new fat pockets, sagging skin, and separated abdominal muscles, not to mention a few more lines and wrinkles. The truth is, many women require help restoring their bodies […]

Filed Under: Mommy Makeover

Get the Body You Desire with Liposuction

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Sometimes, despite our best efforts with our healthy diet and strict exercise routine, we cannot eliminate stubborn pockets of fat. Here at Restore SD Plastic Surgery, we believe everyone should be comfortable and confident in their own skin. That is why we offer liposuction to help people shape their bodies and feel attractive and confident. […]

Filed Under: Body Surgery, Plastic Surgery

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