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Fat is not a 4 letter word!

By Dr. Brian Reagan on April 16th, 2025

Let's talk about it! Let’s talk about fat. For years, this word has carried a heavy burden—socially, emotionally, and physically. But in the world of modern plastic surgery, fat is not the enemy. In fact, it’s one of our most powerful tools for restoring youth, enhancing curves, and helping patients look and feel their best. I tell my patients this all the time: Fat isn’t a flaw. It’s a resource. What Is Fat Transfer—and Why Is It So Popular? Fat transfer, also known as fat grafting, is one of my favorite procedures to perform—because it’s natural, versatile, and the results ...Read More →

Refine the Shape Of Your Face with Buccal Fat Pad Removal

By Dr. Brian Reagan on April 15th, 2025

A well-contoured face can highlight your natural beauty and enhance your overall appearance. If you’ve ever wished for more defined cheekbones or a slimmer lower face, buccal fat pad removal may be the solution. This cosmetic procedure removes excess fat from the cheeks to create a more sculpted, refined look. At True Beauty, you can achieve a naturally contoured facial shape under the care of experienced professionals in San Diego, CA. Understanding Buccal Fat Pad Removal Buccal fat pad removal is a specialized cosmetic procedure designed to reduce fullness in the mid-to-lower face. The buccal fat pads are natural pockets ...Read More →

Exploring Your Treatment Options for Broken Capillaries

By Dr. Brian Reagan on March 15th, 2025

Dealing with visible veins or persistent redness on your skin can be frustrating. However, modern cosmetic treatments offer ways to reduce or eliminate these concerns, restoring a more even and refreshed complexion. At True Beauty, you can access advanced procedures designed to address broken capillaries and enhance your skin’s appearance. Understanding Broken Capillaries Broken capillaries, also called spider veins, are tiny blood vessels that expand and become visible beneath the skin. They commonly appear on the face, nose, and legs as thin red, blue, or purple lines. While they are not harmful, they can be a cosmetic concern for many ...Read More →

Am I a Good Candidate for Liposuction?

By Dr. Brian Reagan on February 15th, 2025

Liposuction is a popular cosmetic procedure that helps remove stubborn fat deposits that don’t respond to diet and exercise. If you’ve been considering this treatment, you may be wondering whether you’re a good candidate. At True Beauty, expert care is available to help you achieve your body contouring goals. Understanding the criteria for liposuction can help you determine if this procedure is right for you. Understanding Liposuction Liposuction is designed to remove localized fat pockets from areas such as the abdomen, thighs, arms, and back. It is not a weight-loss procedure but rather a body contouring treatment. The best candidates ...Read More →

Non-Surgical Treatments to Consider After A Facelift

By Dr. Brian Reagan on January 15th, 2025

A facelift is a powerful way to restore a youthful, refreshed appearance, but the journey to maintaining your results doesn’t end after surgery. Non-surgical treatments can help enhance, prolong, and refine your facelift results, keeping your skin smooth, vibrant, and healthy. At True Beauty, a range of non-invasive procedures are available to complement your facelift and ensure long-lasting rejuvenation. Botox for Wrinkle Prevention Even after a facelift, facial muscles continue to move, which can lead to new expression lines over time. Botox is an excellent option to help prevent dynamic wrinkles from forming or deepening. This treatment temporarily relaxes targeted ...Read More →

Skin Tightening Options That Don’t Require Surgery

By Dr. Brian Reagan on December 16th, 2024

As you age, skin laxity becomes a common concern, leading to sagging and a loss of firmness. If you want to restore a more youthful appearance without undergoing surgery, advancce skin tightening treatment offer effective solutions. At True Beauty, you have access to innovative, minimally invasive options like Morpheus8, BodyTite, FaceTite, and AccuTite—each designed to firm and rejuvenate your skin with little to no downtime. Morpheus8: Radiofrequency Microneedling for Firmer Skin Morpheus8 combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy to target deep layers of the skin, stimulating collagen production and tightening tissue. This treatment is ideal for areas like the face, neck, ...Read More →

When to Consider Revision Rhinoplasty: Enhancing Past Nose Surgery Results

By Dr. Brian Reagan on November 15th, 2024

For many individuals, rhinoplasty is a life-changing procedure, offering improved aesthetics and enhanced confidence. However, not every initial rhinoplasty delivers the desired results, and some patients may experience functional or aesthetic concerns post-surgery. This is where revision rhinoplasty comes into play, providing an opportunity to refine and perfect the outcome of a prior procedure. At True Beauty in San Diego, Dr. Brian specializes in helping patients achieve their ideal results through expert revision rhinoplasty. Why Consider Revision Rhinoplasty? Revision rhinoplasty is a highly specialized procedure aimed at addressing issues stemming from a previous rhinoplasty. There are several reasons why you ...Read More →

Achieving Natural Results with Sculptra for Volume Restoration

By Dr. Brian Reagan on October 15th, 2024

As we age, the natural loss of facial volume can lead to changes in appearance, including hollow cheeks, sunken temples, and fine lines. While these changes are a natural part of aging, they can affect self-confidence. At True Beauty in San Diego, Dr. Brian offers a solution: Sculptra, an innovative treatment designed to restore volume and rejuvenate your appearance naturally. What Is Sculptra? Sculptra is a minimally invasive injectable treatment designed to address volume loss by stimulating the body’s natural collagen production. Unlike traditional fillers that provide immediate but temporary results, Sculptra works gradually to restore a youthful appearance that ...Read More →

The Differences Between Traditional, Mini, and Deep Plane Facelifts

By Dr. Brian Reagan on September 15th, 2024

When considering a facelift, it’s essential to understand the differences between the various techniques to find the one that best suits your needs. At True Beauty in San Diego, Dr. Brian offers traditional, mini, and deep plane facelifts, each designed to address specific concerns and achieve beautiful, natural-looking results. Traditional Facelift The traditional facelift, sometimes called a full facelift, is a comprehensive procedure targeting the lower two-thirds of the face and neck. It is ideal for patients with significant sagging skin, deep wrinkles, and jowls. This technique involves lifting and tightening the underlying facial muscles and removing excess skin to ...Read More →

4 Ways That Brow Lift Beats Botox for Forehead Rejuvenation

By Dr. Brian Reagan on August 10th, 2024

At True Beauty Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine, we understand that many of our patients prioritize a youthful, refreshed appearance. While Botox is a popular choice for forehead rejuvenation, Dr. Reagan wants to highlight why brow lift can often be a superior option. Here are four reasons why brow lift might be the right choice for you. Long-Lasting Results One of the most significant advantages of a brow lift over Botox is the longevity of the results. Botox typically requires maintenance treatments every three to six months. In contrast, brow lift offers a more permanent solution, often lasting many years. This ...Read More →