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.
A well-done facelift should hold for 10 to 12 years, sometimes 15 — but only if a surgeon steers a patient toward the right depth from the start. Here’s how four surgeons actually make that call. Dr. John Smoot has a two-second …
Watch: Listen: After his César Awards appearance, the internet decided Jim Carrey might be a clone, and honestly, the reaction wasn't totally unwarranted. Dr. Johan Brahme, a San Diego plastic surgeon who has helped well over one thousand people refresh their appearance …
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Watch: Listen: The deep plane facelift is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after procedures in facial rejuvenation—and for good reason. Unlike traditional facelifts, it repositions the deeper layers of the face, delivering natural-looking results that last a decade or longer. Facial …
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Watch: Listen: Over 1,200 beautifully refreshed faces speak for themselves. With his 30+ years of experience helping people achieve their dream results, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme cuts through the marketing hype around , SMAS, and , explaining who they’re …
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Watch: Listen: A short scar facelift, often called a mini facelift, is perfect for those wanting a subtle, natural refresh without major surgery. But San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot prefers to call it a “refresher” rather than a facelift. Dr. …
Is your reflection starting to tell a different story than you feel inside? Do you notice sagging, wrinkles, and a loss of youthful volume that can’t be sufficiently solved with creams, lasers, or injectables? While many factors contribute to facial aging, addressing …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast cover art] San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Diana Breister Ghosh during a consultation with a patient](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2025/02/LJC185-blog.jpg)
Watch: Listen: If you’ve noticed that more people are stepping back from fillers, using them sparingly, or even dissolving them altogether, you’re seeing a trend called “filler fatigue.” After watching IMPACT x Nightline: Facelift: After Fillers? on Hulu, we had to get …
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Watch: Listen: The goal of a facelift isn’t to rewind the clock 30 years—it’s to help you look like the best version of yourself. Most people have a “What did I just do?!” moment after surgery. It’s totally normal. Recovery can feel …
![[The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast | Where Dreams Become Real] Board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. John Smoot](https://www.ljcsc.com/content/uploads/2024/01/Copy-of-blog-featured-image.jpg)
Watch: Listen: By your 50’s, for most people the natural changes of age are noticeable. Plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot shares the best procedures for combating aging and reversing the effects of gravity in your 50’s. From removing or replacing fallen breast …
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 …
