Author: True Beauty San Diego Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine

How Dr. Reagan Makes Tummy Tuck Recovery More Comfortable

By on December 21st, 2020

Years ago, the recovery from tummy tuck was long, arduous and painful. Patients found themselves unable to stand up straight and move around comfortably for weeks at a time. Most had to rely on heavy narcotic pain medications to simply tolerate recovery. But plastic surgeons have discovered new ways to perform tummy tuck that make the recovery experience easier. At True Beauty, Dr. Brian Reagan offers the “Rapid Recovery Tummy Tuck” technique, which offers outstanding results with a quicker, more comfortable recovery. Thanks to Dr. Reagan’s innovative approach, patients are able to get up and walk right after surgery and ...Read More →

Non-Surgical Face and Body Contouring Solutions You May Not Know About

By on October 24th, 2020

Non-Surgical Facial Rejuvenation in San Diego & La Jolla
At True Beauty, under the leadership of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Brian Reagan, we understand that some of our patients have hesitation about undergoing plastic surgery due to the recovery time or potential discomfort. We also believe that surgery is not always necessary to help our patients achieve their cosmetic goals. Powerful new non-surgical treatments can produce noticeable improvement in the appearance of the face and body with little to no pain or downtime. Read on as Dr. Reagan introduces you to four non-surgical solutions that are getting great results at True Beauty. (more…)

3 Things To Avoid Right After Liposuction

By on September 25th, 2020

Liposuction in San Diego & La Jolla
Liposuction is a safe and effective treatment to sculpt difficult-to-tone areas of the body. After your liposuction procedure, you may feel tempted to show off your incredible results right away; but before you can, you will need time to heal. Avoiding certain behaviors can minimize the risk of post-operative complications and maximize the likelihood of a safe, speedy recovery. Read on as our highly sought-after San Diego plastic surgeon, Dr. Brian Reagan, reveals three things to avoid after liposuction. (more…)

Tips for Choosing a Surgeon for Revision Rhinoplasty

By on July 29th, 2020

Revision Rhinoplasty in San Diego & La Jolla
It is devastating to undergo a nose job and not achieve the results you want. Perhaps your nose was overcorrected, or maybe the changes made were not dramatic enough. In many cases, revision rhinoplasty offers a second chance at an attractive, natural-looking nose. Before you commit to undergoing revision rhinoplasty, it is crucial to find a surgeon who has the experience and skill to correct the mistakes from the first procedure and help you attain your goals. Revision rhinoplasty is a particularly challenging procedure because of factors related to the surgical alteration of the nasal structures — so your choice ...Read More →

What to Expect With Neck Lift

By on June 30th, 2020

Neck Lift in San Diego & La Jolla
If you were not genetically bestowed with an elegant, defined neck — or if your neck has become fleshy or saggy with age —  you may be a good candidate for neck lift with Dr. Brian Reagan. Designed to remove excess skin and fat on the neck and tighten the musculature, neck lift creates a leaner, smoother, wrinkle-free neck. You will be delighted with how much younger you look after neck lift, thanks to Dr. Reagan’s combination of skill and expertise. (more…)

How Much Time Will You Need to Recover From Plastic Surgery?

By on July 19th, 2019

Plastic Surgery Recovery Timeline San Diego, CA
Plastic surgery offers patients a number of benefits, whether they’re having a procedure done for cosmetic or medical reasons. Most plastic surgery procedures do involve a recovery period, though, during which patients need to closely follow their surgeon’s instructions to ensure safe healing and optimal results. The length of recovery largely depends on the type of procedure performed. San Diego plastic surgeon Brian Reagan discusses four of the most popular surgical procedures according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) and what patients can expect in terms of each procedure’s recovery period. (more…)

Can Implants Improve Breast Sag?

By on June 21st, 2019

Breast Lift San Diego
For many women, breast sagging (referred to by doctors as “ptosis”) is inevitable at some point in life, particularly after pregnancy, breastfeeding or significant weight loss. One of the misconceptions about breast surgery is that placing saline or silicone breast implants can improve the look of breast sag and create fuller, perkier looking breasts. Although implants are a great way to enhance the fullness and volume of naturally small breasts, in most cases they do not improve breast sag. San Diego plastic surgeon Brian Reagan, M.D., F.A.C.S., explains more here. Breast Implants Rarely Improve Sag Implants very rarely make saggy or droopy ...Read More →

What Are Bat Wings and What Can Be Done About Them?

By on May 23rd, 2019

Arm Lift Surgery San Diego
Over time, the body’s supply of collagen and elastin — two proteins responsible for the skin’s firm and elastic quality — dwindle. This causes the skin to loosen and sag, an aesthetic problem that can worsen as one gets older or after losing a large amount of weight. On the upper arms, hanging, unsightly skin is sometimes referred to as “bat wings.” If you’re tired of hiding bat wings under long-sleeved shirts and jackets, Dr. Brian Reagan offers a long-lasting solution in arm lift. Read more about the procedure in this blog post. What Arm Lift Accomplishes Arm lift is a cosmetic ...Read More →