San Ramon, CA Plastic Surgery Blog

As much of an exciting change that breast implants offer, it is important to consider that they aren’t permanent. The human body is constantly changing and as we age, the way implants look will also change. A procedure that looked great at the age of 25 will not look the same as it does at […]

Fat deposits around the stomach, thighs and other parts of the body can be stubborn and seem to stick around in spite of a good diet and exercise. After trying one fad diet after another and seeing little to no changes, it is easy to feel frustrated. If you are looking for an effective, long-term […]

There is a large selection of dermal fillers that are available for cosmetic enhancement. Some are specified for anti-aging, where others are specialized for lip augmentation. Most are effective for wrinkle and line correction as well as skin rejuvenation. Sculptra Aesthetic is a type of dermal injection that is made of poly-L-lactic acid. Sculptra Aesthetic […]

Sweating is part of the body’s natural reaction when we are overheated. The process is part of our ability to regulate body temperature and is secreted by the millions of sweat glands we have on our bodies. Some people suffer from excessive sweating that leaves them with embarrassing sweat stains and odors. MiraDry is a […]

After successfully shedding a massive amount of weight, it often comes as a surprise to people that they have excess sagging skin. For many people, the drastic change in body shape is too much for the skin’s elasticity to recover from, which is why a body lift is sometimes necessary. Though the skin’s elasticity is […]

After massive amounts of weight loss due to dieting or bariatric surgery, many patients are left with large amounts of excess skin. This skin dangles from the stomach, arms and around the thighs in a way that can be uncomfortable as well as damage self-confidence. Post weight-loss surgery is a set of cosmetic lifts that […]

Chin augmentation, technically named mentoplasty, is a surgery procedure that reshapes the chin through implant enhancements or reduction of the bone. The goal of chin augmentation is to create aesthetic symmetry or reshape deformities from birth or trauma. Consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Michelle Place is a good way to determine how […]

Gynecomastia is the development of large breasts in males. Often, young males going through puberty will experience gynecomastia, and it becomes a concern if it does not resolve within two years of its onset. Expansion of the areola or asymmetrical chest tissue are also signs of the condition. For many males, this is a major […]

Breast reconstruction is a cosmetic procedure that rebuilds the size and shape of a breast that has undergone a mastectomy or lumpectomy. Breast reconstruction is a common procedure for women healing from breast cancer and can be an important part of a full recovery. Breast reconstruction must be performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon like […]

Dieting and exercise are vitally important to a healthy lifestyle, but sometimes even the most disciplined person struggles to achieve their ideal look. A thigh lift is a cosmetic procedure that can help people enhance stubborn areas like the thighs, where drooping and sagging are notoriously difficult to fix. Sometimes part of an overall body […]