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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Liposuction After 10 Years: What You Should Know
Keeping a long-term perspective enables you to make better decisions today. And this holds true for every type of decision you make, especially when it involves your body, health, and overall well-being. When considering liposuction, you may be wondering ...Continue Reading
Ushering a New Era of Going Public About Your Plastic Surgery, as Inspired by Top Celebrities
Over the years, people’s attempts to improve their self-esteem and confidence through cosmetic surgery have been viewed as somewhat taboo. Instead of proudly showing off the results of their aesthetic procedures, they’ve been forced to hide in the pas...Continue Reading
What is Preventative Botox and How Does It Work?
There has been a fundamental change in the way younger women evaluate their faces in terms of beauty standards. This change is multifaceted and motivated by several factors. Perhaps the most influential factor, however, is social media, which experts beli...Continue Reading
Should I Get a Breast Procedure Before Valentine’s Day?
Whether you are single or in a relationship, Valentine’s season is there to remind you to show love to the most important person in your life – yourself. I admit that we all forget this. Because without self-love, it’s almost impossible ...Continue Reading
Complement your New Year’s Body Goals with These Top 2022 Plastic Surgery Procedures
While the prevalence of plastic surgery understandably dipped at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the cosmetic surgery industry saw a significant rise in aesthetic surgical procedures in the first six months of 2021. Aside from the fact that Americans ...Continue Reading
A Mommy Makeover: The Best Gift for Yourself After Pregnancy
The time after having a baby is exciting. It is so fast-paced, and many moms are thrilled with their little bundle of joy. Some moms are experts at balancing all the responsibilities that come with caring for a newborn. But many women struggle with the ef...Continue Reading
5 Things You Need To Know from Rapid Recovery to Surgical Bra After Breast Augmentation
Women planning for an upcoming breast augmentation surgery are often concerned about the recovery period. The recovery can be somewhat involved, and it is often seen as a hindrance for patients, especially those who lead busy, active lives. While the pand...Continue Reading
Dr. Vincent Marin Recognized Among San Diego’s Top Doctors of 2020
Marin Aesthetics is pleased to announce that last October, our very own Dr. Vincent Marin was recognized as one of San Diego’s Top Doctors by the leading healthcare research company, Castle Connolly, in their annual list. Castle Connolly’s Top Doc...Continue Reading
Guide to Teenagers Considering Breast Implants
Breast augmentation is a great operation to enhance, reshape, and volumize a woman’s breast tissue. Typically, saline or different silicone implants are placed beneath or over the chest muscle (pectoralis major) through many varying incision options. Th...Continue Reading
My Advice to Young Women Considering Breast Implants
Breast augmentation is one of the most common procedures performed by plastic surgeons today. It is also the most common procedure performed for young women. In our practice, it is the procedure that delivers the most immediate changes and has the happies...Continue Reading
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