A Statement from LJCSC’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… Continue Reading »
We love CoolSculpting® and so do our patients. What’s not to love about a treatment that can spot-reduce without surgery, requires little to no downtime, and you get to watch Netflix during your treatment? We’ve performed over 1,000 CoolSculpting procedures at LJCSC, and the 5-star reviews keep rolling in…but all the same, we’re not about… Continue Reading »
With increasing frequency, women who were once very satisfied with their decision to get implants are coming to see me because they are no longer completely happy with their breasts. In many ways, this is expected. While breast implants can look great for many years, they are not intended to be lifetime devices, and they… Continue Reading »
What we love most about our work here at LJCSC is helping our patients feel more beautiful, confident, and comfortable in their own skin. If there ever was a procedure that checks these boxes, it would be the mommy makeover. Typically a combo of breast enhancement, tummy tuck, and liposuction, with added non-surgical face and… Continue Reading »
A must-read for men and women experiencing hair loss. Wonder what is causing your hair loss and if it can be treated? I’ve answered some of the most common questions here. I’ve also drawn up a simple visual flow chart to help you see which treatment options are likely to be recommended for your degree… Continue Reading »
Here at LJCSC, we take it as the highest compliment when our patients refer their friends and family to us for surgery—and we’re thrilled that it happens a lot! It’s just as wonderful when those referrals are our own staff members! Recently, our amazing La Jolla Cosmetic Medical Spa Concierge, Charity, took the plunge and… Continue Reading »
A doctor who has performed over 6,000 breast surgeries answers your questions I’m Dr. Lori Saltz, an award-winning board certified plastic surgeon in San Diego, and I’ve specialized in breast surgery for almost 30 years. I’m writing today to help women understand the subject of BIA-ALCL, or breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma. Below, I’ve… Continue Reading »
Weight loss isn’t always as simple as eating better and hitting the gym. Most people find they need a little extra help. A new non-surgical technology many patients have opted to try is a gastric swallowable balloon, Obalon. It helps patients reduce food consumption, but does Obalon really work? One woman Allure recently featured says… Continue Reading »
There have been a lot of discussions lately about Breast Implant Associated Illness. Many women with breast implants are wondering about their choices. Having performed over 6,000 breast surgeries in my 29-year career as a cosmetic plastic surgeon here in San Diego, many of my patients are asking me for my thoughts. Having breast implants… Continue Reading »
Losing a significant amount of weight is a huge feat that deserves to be celebrated—congratulations on all of your hard work! While we’re sure you’re enjoying your success, it’s normal to feel a bit defeated if excess skin is keeping you from feeling confident at your new weight. It’s common to experience areas of heavy,… Continue Reading »