La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
9850 Genesee Ave Suite 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
Call: (858) 452-1981 Text: (858) 203-2944
Monday–Friday: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
A Statement from LJC’s Medical Director, John Smoot, MD, FACS On July 24, 2019, Allergan voluntarily recalled all BIOCELL textured breast implants at the request of the FDA. While this is a positive move toward further reducing instances of BIA-ALCL, the news has understandably caused some confusion and fear among patients. To help patients avoid …
The Evolution of Silicone Breast Implants The silicone gel used to fill implants has changed in the more than forty years since it was first introduced, as have the coverings (what we call the shells). You may be curious about the silicone we use today. You may not realize that there are three consistencies in the …
The History of Breast Implants 1950's The medical use of silicone arose after World War II and quickly became the gold standard for biomedical devices because of the body's lack of reactivity to its presence. In the 1950s, silicone gel was injected directly into the breast tissue with large needles. The results were disastrous! Scar tissue capsules …
Unless you’ve been hiding under an actual rock, it’s nearly impossible to miss the hoards of shirtless hunks with rock-hard abs and chiseled features inundating the media. Along with this latest rise in “superhero culture,” we’re seeing even higher standards for men’s aesthetics. Superheroes of old—such as Adam West as Batman in the 1960s—had a …
It's round 5 of our Real Life Recovery series. As summer is upon us, we address a common concern among our mommy makeover patients: swimming after surgery. So you've decided to take the plunge and get your kickin' curves back after becoming a mom. Whether regaining your figure means a breast augmentation, breast lift, tummy …
Welcome back to our Real Life Recovery series. This must-read article calls out some common pitfalls that can hinder your plastic surgery recovery and results. Are beautiful results and a safe, smooth recovery on your plastic surgery must-have list? Of course they are! While there’s plenty you can do to help ensure a satisfying result, …
There are certain aspects of plastic surgery that can only be learned from experience. Having been in practice for nearly 30 years, I've learned quite a few things. I’d like to share some of my observations in hopes that they might help you too. 1. The Older You Are, the Faster the Recovery. This may …
Welcome back to our Real Life Recovery series. In our second installment, we’re addressing a commonly asked question about our most popular procedure at LJC: breast augmentation. You’ve decided to take the plunge and have breast augmentation. No doubt you’re excited about enjoying life with your new look! But before you schedule that marathon day …
Which would you guess? Well, if you guessed fiction you would be correct: the skin of the two sexes is considerably different, affecting how each should be treated during cosmetic procedures. Here are some of the key differences: 1. Men’s skin is thicker than women’s skin. That’s due to the increased testosterone production men undergo …