Plastic Surgery San Diego
Ever wish you had a super experienced, slightly snarky, and totally unintimidating female plastic surgeon as your BFF to help sort through the what, where, and why of the available cosmetic treatment options? Hosted by San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and her trusty scrub tech Bri, All the B’s explores aesthetics and plastic […]
We are growing! Dr. Katerina Gallus is excited to share with you that Dr. Janet Chao, a Yale-trained female facial plastic surgeon in San Diego, is joining the expert aesthetic providers at Restore SD Plastic Surgery. To celebrate the newest addition to our team, we’re dedicating this post to getting to know Dr. Chao and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
