The Brazilian Butt Lift – To Lift or Inflate?
If you’re interested in buttock enhancement, you’ll notice a familiar name across the internet for the procedure you think you’re looking for – the Brazilian Butt Lift. Similar to how we often refer to laser lipo, it’s not always clear what is involved in laser lipo, or a Brazilian Butt Lift for that matter, and […]
Dear Patients: Exciting News About My Practice
Dear Patients, I am writing to let you know some very exciting news about my practice. Later this Fall, I am going to start a trek through the South Pacific as part of a medical mission! As you may remember, the early part of my career involved treating underprivileged children with cleft lips and palates. […]
Welcome Dr. Jonathan Kaplan!
I’m thrilled to announce that Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, a board-certified plastic surgeon originally from Alexandria, Louisiana, has joined our practice here at Pacific Heights Plastic Surgery! Dr. Kaplan completed his plastic surgery fellowship at the world-renowned Cleveland Clinic, and for the past six years has practiced in Baton Rouge, where he built a busy cosmetic […]
Can I Get a Sunburn in Overcast Weather?
Spring is here—though here in San Francisco, especially these past couple of weeks, the fog has made it hard to tell! Unfortunately, just because it’s overcast doesn’t mean you can’t get a sunburn while you’re out and about. Clouds do offer a tiny bit more protection than clear blue skies, but studies have show that […]
What Size is the Right Size for My Breast Implants?
When it comes to breast augmentation surgery, there are a lot of important factors to consider—what type of incision to use, whether to place the implant under or over the breast muscle, and whether to go with saline or silicone implants—but for most women, the most important thing of all to discuss is the size […]
Women Overwhelmingly Satisfied with Breast Augmentation Results
You may have some concerns about undergoing breast augmentation surgery—the cost, the recovery time, etc.—but according to a new study published this month, there’s one thing you shouldn’t be worried about: whether you’ll be happy with the outcome. Why? Because 98 percent of women surveyed said that the results of their breast augmentation surgery met […]
Is Plastic Surgery Safe for Patients Over 65?
More and more people over the age of 65 are beginning to seek out plastic surgery—almost 85,000 in 2010 alone, according to the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS)—but is it safe? There have been some concerns in the past over whether seniors face higher risks on the operating table; after all, the over-65 […]
The Truth About Liposuction
Currently among the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures, liposuction sculpts the body by removing fat from problem areas—areas that hang on to fat even when you observe healthy exercise and eating habits. For patients who are good candidates for the procedure, it can be life-changing; but there are a lot of misconceptions about what, exactly, […]
How to Care for Your Jackson Pratt Drain
The Jackson Pratt Drain is a special device that is meant to be worn by patients after surgical procedures in order to drain excess blood and serous fluid from the surgical site. This not only provides for a safer recovery, but it also speeds up the healing process. The Jackson Pratt Drain is composed of […]
Psychologists Say Plastic Surgery Can Make You Happier
Psychologists from Basel University and Ruhr University, Bochum released the results of a long-term study that looked at the psychological impact of plastic surgery last month—and the news was good. According to the study’s authors, Prof. Dr. Jürgen Margraf and Alexander von Humboldt, the approximately 550 patients who participated reported overall increases in self-confidence, fulfillment, […]
Love Latisse? Try One of Our Spring Specials!
From now until we run out, we’re offering a great Latisse special. If you purchase online here, you can purchase a 5ml bottle (10 week supply) here at my office for 5% off, shipping included! Latisse is a prescription drug that prolongs the growth phase of your eyelash hairs, resulting in longer, thicker eyelashes. With […]
Breast Augmentation Drops in Popularity in the UK
According to figures released recently by the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, fewer women in the UK had breast augmentation surgery last year—and a lot more underwent an eyebrow lift, among other things. The BAAPS says that the number of women in Britain who sought out breast implants last year dropped by 1.6 percent […]