Breast Augmentation with Round Implants on Snapchat [video]
In this post, we were all about shaped breast implants. But let’s not forget about their older, more seasoned “sister” – the round breast implant. The round implant is still the most common implant used in breast augmentation and will be for the foreseeable future. Interestingly, most patients come in for their consult asking for […]
Social Media in the Operating Room
When I was in residency, I thought the hardest thing to do was learn how to do a facelift. Once I got into practice, the hardest thing to do was learn how to run a business, since ultimately, a medical practice is a business that cares for patients. Now I realize, the hardest thing to […]
Bustin’ out with shaped breast implants! [video]
Here in the United States, the most common type of breast augmentation is performed with round implants…but shaped breast implants are catching up! Regardless of what implant you choose, the same risks apply as you can read in this post. So the question is, why are more women choosing shaped breast implants? They tend to […]
Liposuction vs Gynecomastia Correction
Calling all men! Do you think you have gynecomastia (excess male breast tissue) or maybe it’s just excess fat? The underlying problem will determine what operation is right for you. If you have excess breast tissue, referred to as gynecomastia, this means you have fibrous tissue commonly associated with breasts, not fat. Because it’s […]
BuildMyBod Founder Speaking at THE Aesthetic Show
Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, founder/CEO of BuildMyBod Health and Pacific Heights Plastic Surgery will be speaking twice this weekend at THE Aesthetic Show in Las Vegas. Two Practice Management Presentations at THE Aesthetic Show On Saturday, he’ll give a 20-minute presentation on Mastering the Art of Google Searches. This topic will be helpful to new […]
Arm Lift: Before and After Photos and Cost
The arm lift is becoming a very popular procedure according to recent statistics. Whether it’s a stand-alone procedure or in combination with other body contouring procedures, the arm lift is here to stay. One of the biggest drawbacks is the scar along the inside of the arm. But if you have “bat wings” the scar […]
Turbo Lipo on Snapchat! [video]
Jumping on the bandwagon, we’re now showing various surgical procedures on Snapchat! In today’s story on Snapchat, we’re performing Turbo Lipo to the chest and abdomen. We’re @realdrbae on Snapchat. Liposuction isn’t for weight loss. It’s for patients that work out, lead a healthy lifestyle but have stubborn fat that needs aggressive treatment. Due […]
Five Questions about Lip Injections
Lip injections are more common and less taboo due to many celebrities getting injections with fillers. This is a safe procedure that is FDA approved but patients still have their concerns. Below are the five questions I repeatedly hear from patients considering lip injections. 1. How can I avoid duck lips? Patients want to […]
Brazilian Butt Lift with Turbo Lipo! [video]
Introducing the Brazilian Butt Lift with Turbo Lipo! In this latest GoPro surgical video, we perform a Brazilian Butt Lift (along with a full Mommy Makeover) with the state-of-the-art technology in liposuction. During a Mommy Makeover (cosmetic breast surgery and tummy tuck), we also perform liposuction. The fat we capture during liposuction is then injected […]
Free Botox after Surgery!
Back in the good ole days, plastic surgeons performed all cosmetic surgery. There was really no one else. But then there was more than just ‘surgery’…enter cosmetic medicine. This is the field that refers to non-surgical services like Botox, fillers and non-invasive body contouring like CoolSculpting. Plastic surgeons started to lose patients because they proudly […]