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.
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The term “en bloc” floats around online in breast implant associated illness circles, but this actually refers to cancer surgery where healthy tissue around a tumor is removed. To update the terminology and clear up any confusion about capsulectomy, Dr. Luke Swistun explains the definitions and differences between the specific explant procedures. For his usual …
We're YOUR GO-TO SPOT for affordable, accurate breast implant screening using PS Imaging Hi-Res Ultrasound. Did you know that a silicone breast implant rupture can go undiagnosed for years? This is called a silent rupture, and the older your breast implants are, the more likely it is to happen. Imaging is the only way to …
A very common question and concern I hear is ... When do I need to remove or replace my breast implants? The answer is not simple and is different for every patient... but here is a list of questions and an infographic (below) you can ask yourself to help you decide: Question #1: How long …
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 important to understand the dangers of medical tourism before purchasing a plane ticket. …
For anyone thinking about having cosmetic surgery, the question of how to find the best physician to perform that procedure naturally arises. This can be daunting for many patients, but it needn’t be. Choosing the right surgeon requires a combination of deliberate research, asking the right questions, and personal judgment. Determine what you want to …
More men and women than ever are discovering the confidence-boosting possibilities of plastic surgery, from body contouring to facial rejuvenation. But just because cosmetic surgery is becoming more widespread here in the San Diego area and around the globe doesn’t mean it’s right for everyone. In fact, it’s not unheard of for plastic surgeons to …
Explant surgery, also called breast implant removal, is on the rise at our San Diego plastic surgery practice and across the country. With celebs like Chrissy Teigen opening up about having their implants removed, more women are learning about the benefits of revising their breast augmentation results. You might be considering it, too, if your …
Your options for , procedures, and have expanded considerably over the years with the FDA approval of many newer breast implant options. And thanks to technological advances, implants are also safer than ever. We have a myriad of choices and are ready to help you find just the right breast implants for beautiful, personalized results. Your Breast Implant …
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 …
If you live here in Southern California, then you likely have many friends and neighbors for whom a healthy lifestyle is paramount. It’s all about feeling good. Yet if you’ve been out and about in San Diego on a sunny day, you also know how much we all pride ourselves on looking good as well. …
