La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
9850 Genesee Ave Suite 130
La Jolla, CA 92037
Call: (858) 452-1981 Text: (858) 203-2944
M–F: 7:30 a.m.–6 p.m.
Watch: Listen: Lipo or tummy tuck—how do you know which one you need? San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar and Monique talk through the difference between liposuction and a tummy tuck, and why the right choice isn’t always obvious. Skin quality, …
If you’re considering a tummy tuck to tighten up your midsection, you’ve probably asked the question almost every patient asks: “What is my belly button going to look like?” As Dr. Hector Salazar explains on The La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Podcast, the belly button can make or break your result. “The belly button is a concern for patients …
If you're considering a tummy tuck—or prepping before your big surgery day—it's smart to be thinking about what not to do after a tummy tuck to ensure the smoothest recovery possible. That's because healing well is essential to protecting your abdominoplasty results, …
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In cosmetic surgery, the tummy tuck, or , is a transformative procedure for individuals seeking to enhance their abdominal profile and body contours. This surgery is designed to remove excess skin and fat while tightening underlying muscles, resulting in a firmer and …
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Watch: Listen: The timing of your surgery can make a big difference, and some seasons are just easier than others. Winter is often ideal for body contouring procedures. Why? For starters, you don’t have to worry about overheating in snug recovery garments, …
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Watch: Listen: Now that Regina and Alexis have each shared their individual before and after stories, they’re together to recap what happened and how their plastic surgery experiences continue to impact their lives. For anyone considering plastic surgery, hear firsthand how important …
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Watch: Listen: Regardless of your motivation, it’s totally normal to think about cosmetic procedures but not know how to get started. Plastic surgeon Dr. Diana Breister gives us an overview of the most popular body procedures for women. Ideal body trends change …
Watch: Listen: To honor his 20th anniversary with LJCSC, plastic surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme shares his perspective on how the specialty of plastic surgery has evolved throughout his three-decade career. Hear how techniques have advanced to help patients get the most impact …
Watch: Listen: Before having a tummy tuck, one of the biggest worries our patients have is “what is my belly button going to look like?” No one wants an ugly belly button, or for it to be a dead giveaway that they …
In a world full of extreme couponing and closeout sales, many people expect to save in all areas of life, including cosmetic surgery. In recent years, patients have traveled to find deals on breast implants, tummy tucks, and Brazilian butt lifts—but it’s …
