Welcome to the Marin Aesthetics blog. We hope to create a forum where patients can discuss plastic surgery, learn about the latest developments in the news and dispel some of the myths regarding cosmetic surgery. Feel free to comment and ask questions, and we will do our best to help educate and occasionally entertain! - Dr. Marin
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Nipple Numbness after Breast Augmentation
Around 5 percent of the women who undergo breast augmentation will experience permanent nipple numbness after surgery. It is common for a larger percentage of patients to experience nipple numbness in the first few months after their surgery. For most, ni...Continue Reading
Marin Aesthetics COVID-19 Reopening Schedule
To our loyal patients and dear friends, We want to thank you for your unwavering patience and support throughout Marin Aesthetics’ temporary closure in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since the implementation of California’s state-wide lockdown, Marin...Continue Reading
The Ideal BMI and How to Lose Weight Before Surgery
Many patients who are interested in plastic surgery are dealing with the consequences of weight gain and then the residual skin after weight loss. However, weight loss is a challenge, and maintenance of a healthy weight is even more difficult. Patients ar...Continue Reading
How to Choose the Right Plastic Surgeon
In light of a number of recent events in the media highlighting plastic surgery being performed by non-plastic surgeons – I felt that this would be an interesting topic to discuss. When choosing your surgeon, it is important to understand who they are, ...Continue Reading
Causes & Treatments of Breast Implant Rupture
Current breast implants from both of the major manufacturers in the United States warranty their breast implants for life. They also provide additional funds for breast revision surgery if the implants rupture in the first 10 years. Manufacturers currentl...Continue Reading
Notice: Marin Aesthetics’ Measures in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
Marin Aesthetics prioritizes the health and welfare of our staff and patients. Through this, we will be implementing a number of measures to prevent the possible spread of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) at our office over the next several weeks. Marin A...Continue Reading
Liposuction on Thin Patients – Can It Be Done?
Liposuction is a surgical procedure designed to remove unwanted fat from localized deposits beneath the skin. A segment on NBC’s Today Show discussed a patient who underwent surgery despite being a size 2. The concerns raised were that this could be...Continue Reading
Is Khloe trying to morph into Kim Kardashian?
We all know that the Kardashian family is no stranger to plastic surgery. They may have surgically and non-surgically transformed themselves more than any other family in history. From Kim’s rear to Kylie’s lips to Kris’ nose and Caitlin’s identit...Continue Reading
The Louboutin Law: Choosing the Proper Breast Implant
Choosing the proper breast implant is the most challenging decision that women make when undergoing a breast augmentation. However, after proper in-person consultation, we can help walk you through the process and help you fully understand your options. W...Continue Reading
Cardi B and Plastic Surgery – What Not to Do!
“I feel good,” she said about her post-baby body. “But, then sometimes I feel like not, you know? [When] your skin is stretched out.” Rapper and recent mom, Cardi B went public about her recent plastic surgery. She seemed to have undergone a breas...Continue Reading
Protecting Your Nose After Rhinoplasty
Protecting your nose after a rhinoplasty is as important as your recovery. Here are things you can do to protect your nose following a nasal surgery....Continue Reading
The Drop and Fluff: Breast Implants Falling into Place
Breast augmentation is a great plastic surgery procedure to enhance a woman’s breasts’ size and shape. Although an implant is placed at the time of surgery, whether round or teardrop-shaped, the skin and muscle must stretch to accommodate the unde...Continue Reading
Dr. Vincent Marin Receives RealSelf Hall of Fame Superior Inductee
San Diego plastic surgeon, Dr. Vincent Marin, has just been inducted to the RealSelf Hall of Fame. The RealSelf Hall of Fame was announced last week to honor board-certified doctors who have consistently showcased their commitment towards patient educatio...Continue Reading
What clothes do surgeons recommend after breast augmentation?
With over 300,000 breast augmentations performed in the US, women are curious about how to make their surgery smooth and complication-free. In most instances, breast augmentation involves the placement of a silicone implant beneath the pectoralis muscle, ...Continue Reading
Snapchat Plastic Surgery: Blurring the line between Reality and Fantasy
Last month, I was invited to visit the KUSI News studio for a special report on the growing influence of filtered selfies on plastic surgery patients. As an advocate for the responsible implementation of facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, the subj...Continue Reading
How much did the Kardashians spend on Plastic Surgery?
When you think of plastic surgery, you think of the Kardashians. No other family in Hollywood has not only been transformed by plastic surgery but has also had such a transformative effect on the beauty industry. The global trend toward a larger backside,...Continue Reading
Sideboobs for Women with Large Breasts
A good and balanced sideboob is the goal of many women who are seeking to undergo breast augmentation surgery. However, for some women, too much sideboob may be an unwanted physical outcome. To fully understand this subtle, yet appealing section of the fe...Continue Reading
Meghan Markle Nose Job: A Plastic Surgeon’s Perspective
Ever since the Royal Wedding of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has become a household name across the United States and Europe. Women were trying to figure out what it was that caught the prince’s eyes. Meghan is a beautiful ...Continue Reading
What are Retinoids?
We frequently hear the words “Retinol” and “Retinoids” interchangeably to describe these products, but it is essential to know that both chemicals are not the same. Think of these as being more related but distinctly different. Retinoids are ess...Continue Reading
Pros and Cons of Breast Implant Placement
Breast implants can be placed in three distinct locations within the breast during breast augmentation surgery. These are normally termed as completely submuscular, subglandular, and subpectoral. The 2 Different Implant Placements Let’s take a look at e...Continue Reading