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4 Effective Ways to Battle a Belly Pooch (Tummy Tuck vs. Liposuction & More) (Updated 2023)

The midsection is one of the most common problem areas for men and women alike. Even with the best diet and exercise efforts, stubborn fat has a habit of hanging around in this tough-to-treat region. Fortunately, you have more options today than ever for removing excess fat to achieve the firm, sculpted look many of …

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6 Questions You Should Be Asking About Liposuction (Updated 2024)

You’ve seen the before-and-after photos, you’ve heard the glowing testimonials, and now you feel more certain than ever you’re ready for your own liposuction transformation. Before you book your consultation, however, there are a few questions you should make sure you have the answers to. In this blog post, I’ll answer 6 liposuction questions every …

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What Are the Most Important Credentials To Look for in a Plastic Surgeon?

As you search for the best plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA, there are a few qualifications you should be looking for: Board certification: Your surgeon should be a board-certified plastic surgeon, which means they are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the only plastic surgery board recognized by the American Board of …

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Facelift vs. Fraxel® Laser Skin Resurfacing: Which Is Better for Facial Rejuvenation?

When it comes to facial rejuvenation procedures, both Fraxel laser skin resurfacing and facelift surgery are 2 options my San Jose and Palo Alto patients often ask about. Each approach offers a host of its own anti-aging benefits, and many people have questions about which is the better choice. In reality, neither of these options …

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Are There Alternatives to Breast Implants? (Updated 2024)

Breast implants have long been considered the foundation of breast augmentation. They are highly customizable, generally low risk, and last many years. But is there such a thing as a natural "boob job?" More and more patients have asked about breast enhancement procedures that avoid the use of breast implants. At our San Jose and …

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Implants or Natural (Fat Transfer) Breast Augmentation? Getting the Results You Want (Updated 2023)

For many women, looking natural is the most important factor when it comes to breast augmentation. As a board-certified plastic surgeon, I offer both breast implants and fat transfer breast augmentation as options for achieving fuller, more feminine breasts. Each approach offers its own benefits, and the question of which procedure produces the most genuine-looking …

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