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As summer approaches, your social calendar may be filling up, which means healthy, flawless skin is a must. If the colder weather left your skin dull, dry or lackluster, now is the perfect time for a non-surgical skin treatment. At True Beauty San Diego Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine, Dr. Brian Reagan and our team offer a range of non-surgical treatments to revitalize the skin. Here, we discuss some of our most popular options to prepare for summer. Chemical Peels Chemical peels are a great way to shed the old and damaged outer layers of the skin and make way for a healthier ...Read More →

For many patients, rhinoplasty (nose job) produces beautiful, stunning results. However, not everyone is as lucky. Revision rhinoplasty, also known as secondary rhinoplasty, is a delicate procedure that focuses on improving the aesthetic and/or functional results of a primary rhinoplasty procedure. Here, Dr. Brian Reagan discusses four signs you may need revision rhinoplasty. You Are Not Happy with How Your Nose Looks If you are simply unhappy or unsatisfied with the appearance of your nose after rhinoplasty, an attractive nose is still possible with revision rhinoplasty. It’s important to note that it’s normal for some patients to be unhappy with their initial results, ...Read More →

When performed by a talented plastic surgeon, eyelid surgery can successfully transform tired, older-looking eyes into youthful and energetic ones. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Brian Reagan frequently meets with men and women who are interested in eyelid surgery. Understandably, many of them want to know whether they will have noticeable scars after the procedure. Here, Dr Brian Reagan answers the question in detail. Eyelid Surgery Scarring: What to Expect Ultimately, whether or not your scars will be noticeable after eyelid surgery will depend on several factors. The first factor to consider is the placement of the incisions. For upper eyelid surgery, the incisions are usually ...Read More →

Having a defined and sharp jawline is often considered a sign of health and vitality. While diet and exercise can help enhance the natural jawline, some people still struggle to achieve their desired appearance. Jowls and loose skin can obscure the jawline, even in people who are relatively healthy and physically active. Fortunately, there exist some nonsurgical as well as surgical methods for improving the jawline’s appearance. At True Beauty San Diego Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine, Dr. Brian Reagan and our aestheticians specialize in an array of facial cosmetic procedures, including those involved in creating sharper and more defined jawlines. Nonsurgical ...Read More →

The New Year is fast approaching, as is the time of year when people begin to commit to improving their body and their image. Skin rejuvenation is one of the easiest New Year beauty resolutions to make and keep this year. At True Beauty San Diego Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine, we offer several different skin and anti-aging procedures and treatments, including skin tightening, brow lifts, mini face lifts, and eye rejuvenation procedures. New Year Anti-Aging Procedures Another year gone means another year older, but that doesn’t mean the years have to show. Various plastic surgery treatments can work to “turn back ...Read More →

Like any surgical procedure, breast augmentation, or breast enhancement, involves some scarring. Luckily, there are ways to reduce scarring and make it less noticeable. At True Beauty San Diego Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine, Dr. Brian Reagan and our staff understand the concerns women have with regard to breast augmentation scarring, and we are dedicated to helping our patients understand what to expect following surgery. The Location of Scars After Breast Augmentation Every woman’s body is different. Likewise, the technique used to perform a breast enhancement surgery is tailored to each woman, depending on their unique anatomy and desired breast size. The ...Read More →

Winter is typically one of the busiest seasons for plastic surgeons. Several factors make winter a great time to have cosmetic surgery. In this post, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Brian Reagan discusses why winter is the best time for plastic surgery. Give the Gift of More Confidence Plastic surgery can be a great holiday gift for a loved one — or for yourself. Even better, you may already have time off of work due to the holidays, and you can use that time to recover from your cosmetic procedure. Many plastic surgeries require you to take a week or two off ...Read More →

Facelift can provide dramatic results for individuals that wish to turn back the clock on facial aging. If you are considering getting a facelift, you need to understand what the procedure can and can’t accomplish. In this post, San Diego plastic surgeonDr. Brian Reagan discusses everything you need to know about facelift surgery. Good Candidates for Facelift You may have tried “face toning” exercises to no avail. That’s because these movements can’t correct sagging skin or remove excess fatty deposits. Even worse, they can actually increase the appearance of fine lines due to repeated flexing of the facial muscles! Facelift may be ...Read More →

The latest statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons revealed that more than 1.3 million cosmetic procedures were performed on men in 2017 alone. These statistics also reveal that men of all ages are seeking cosmetic enhancement, some to turn back the clock on their facial appearance and others to create a more sculpted physique. At True Beauty San Diego Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine, Dr. Brian Reagan has treated hundreds of men with various cosmetic concerns. In this blog post, he discusses the top surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures for men, as well as common concerns he hears from his ...Read More →

Larger, fuller breasts are the goal of breast augmentation surgery; however, many potential patients worry about whether their results will look fake or unnatural. The good news is that with the right communication and planning with your plastic surgeon, you can expect beautiful and natural-looking results that make you look and feel confident. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Brian Reagan has helped hundreds of breast augmentation patients achieve their desired look. In this blog post, he shares tips for natural-looking breast augmentation results. Work with an Experienced Plastic Surgeon The best thing you can do to ensure natural-looking results is to work with a ...Read More →