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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Revision Plastic Surgery
Every patient who chooses to undergo cosmetic surgery is looking to improve their appearance, whether it is with fuller breasts, a flatter stomach, or a smaller nose. In the hands of a skilled cosmetic surgeon, patients can achieve the look that they desi...Continue Reading
Breast Augmentation Revision Surgery w/ Gummy Bear Implants
Technology moves at such a fast pace that it can seem virtually impossible to keep up. It looks like there are always innovations or updated versions of current products on the market. An excellent example of this can be seen in computer technology in ter...Continue Reading
Liposuction Revision Surgery
Patients who choose to undergo liposuction should already be dedicated to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. They should be on a sensible diet and engage in a regular exercise routine. However, they may have a few trouble spots of stubborn fat. Such patient...Continue Reading
Pros and Cons of Subglandular Implant Placement
When patients come in to see us for a consultation regarding a breast augmentation cosmetic procedure, we will go over all the steps for the procedure, what to expect afterward, and any special pre-surgical instructions. Also, we will discuss options for ...Continue Reading
Correcting an Upturned Nasal Tip
The key to attractive facial features lies in how the various facial elements are balanced. If the eyes are too close together or the chin is too sharp, it can throw off what might otherwise be a balanced, attractive face. Nowhere is this more evident tha...Continue Reading
The Pros and Cons of the Transaxillary Breast Augmentation Approach
The possibility of excessive breast scarring is perhaps the biggest concern of patients who have opted to undergo a breast augmentation procedure. Since they have chosen to undergo this procedure to improve the chest’s appearance, any unsightly scar...Continue Reading
Areolar Breast Augmentation Technique
There are four ways in which the implant can be placed in the breast pocket when it comes to breast augmentation. An incision can be made in the crease in the underside of the breast, in the armpit, in the belly button, or around the areola. An areolar in...Continue Reading
Tummy Tuck Recovery Timeline
Those who choose to undergo cosmetic surgery have particular goals in mind. Patients may desire thinner thighs, bigger breasts, or a flatter stomach. No matter the procedure, that result is often patients’ most important concern. Unfortunately, exciteme...Continue Reading
Inframammary Breast Augmentation Technique
There may seem to be an endless number of choices to be made for women who have chosen to undergo a breast augmentation cosmetic surgical procedure, from silicone versus saline implants to implant size and profile to placement in front or behind the pecto...Continue Reading
The History of Rhinoplasty
Most people assume that the history of rhinoplasties (nose jobs) began in the middle of the last century among Hollywood starlets who wanted to improve their facial features to get more work. While this was undoubtedly true of rhinoplasties starting aroun...Continue Reading
Inner Thigh Lift Technique
A thigh lift helps contour the inner thighs, removing any extra skin and fatty tissue accumulated in the area. In many cases, men and women will undergo this procedure to help eliminate excess skin after achieving their weight loss goals. An inner thigh l...Continue Reading
Open vs. Closed Rhinoplasty Incision
When it comes to rhinoplasty incisions, the patient and the surgeon have different options. The type of rhinoplasty incision chosen will depend on the extent of the surgery and the results that the patient desires. For minor adjustments, the surgeon may p...Continue Reading
Rhinoplasty Osteotomy
It is quite likely that many people have heard the adage, “You can’t make an omelet without breaking a few eggs.” In essence, this means that you can’t get a worthwhile final product without being willing to destroy something else in the process. ...Continue Reading
Body Dysmorphic Disorder and Cosmetic Surgery
Body dysmorphic disorder is a psychiatric condition in which patients will have an unhealthy occupation with either minor or nonexistent physical flaws and will obsess on their appearance for numerous hours a day. Perhaps of greatest concern for cosmetic ...Continue Reading
Rhinoplasty for Men
Many people think that cosmetic surgery is just for women. In fact, 9 percent of cosmetic surgeries performed in the United States in 2012 were done on male patients. This represented 1.3 million procedures, which was up by 5 percent from 2011. Interestin...Continue Reading
African-American Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty (nose job) is, by far, the most popular facial cosmetic procedure. In fact, it is the second most-often performed cosmetic surgical procedure. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, 252,000 rhinoplasty procedures were performed...Continue Reading
Tummy Tuck and Drains
Most plastic surgeons will place drains after tummy tuck surgery to remove the remaining fluid left in the abdominal area. This is important to ensure that no infections occur and that the area begins to heal properly. These drains need to remain in place...Continue Reading
Breast Augmentation Patient with Mild Nipple Asymmetry
The patient is a 24-year-old San Diego woman who came into the office wanting a breast augmentation. On examination, we noted that she had mild nipple asymmetry, which is very common in women. No two breasts are exactly the same. We discussed the augmenta...Continue Reading
Nasal Analysis for Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasties (nose jobs) are the most commonly performed facial cosmetic surgical procedure. In 2011, approximately 244,000 rhinoplasties were performed in the United States. In addition to being the most popular facial procedure, it is also one of the m...Continue Reading
Types of Breast Implant Malposition
A possible risk of breast augmentation is the malposition of the breast implants. This may be noticeable immediately after surgery or with time. If you begin to notice that your implants are not settling into the proper location and appear to be sitting t...Continue Reading