Daryl K. Hoffman, MD Blog

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Facelift vs. Fraxel® Laser Skin Resurfacing: Which Is Better for Facial Rejuvenation?

When it comes to facial rejuvenation procedures, both Fraxel laser skin resurfacing and facelift surgery are 2 options my San Jose and Palo Alto patients often ask about. Each approach offers a host of its own anti-aging benefits, and many people have questions about which is the better choice. In reality, neither of these options …

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Are There Alternatives to Breast Implants?

For decades, breast implants have been the foundation of breast augmentation—highly customizable, generally low risk, and long-lasting. But is there such a thing as a natural "boob job?" The good news is that today's alternatives to breast implants can provide subtle, natural-looking enhancement without the use of foreign materials. Explore two of the most popular …

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Implants or Natural (Fat Transfer) Breast Augmentation? Getting the Results You Want (Updated 2023)

For many women, looking natural is the most important factor when it comes to breast augmentation. As a board-certified plastic surgeon, I offer both breast implants and fat transfer breast augmentation as options for achieving fuller, more feminine breasts. Each approach offers its own benefits, and the question of which procedure produces the most genuine-looking …

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Get To Know the Different Types of Liposuction (Infographic)

You may be surprised to learn that there are different types of liposuction. Thanks to advances in technology, today's procedures are safer, more precise, and more customizable than ever before. At our practice, we offer three leading techniques—tumescent liposuction, Smartlipo™, and VASER® liposuction—so we can match the right approach to your unique goals. So, how …

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BOTOX® vs. Fillers vs. Facelift: Which Is Right for You?

With more options for facial rejuvenation than ever, it can be difficult to decide which approach to take. Would you benefit more from the convenience of injectables or the long-term results of surgery? As a board-certified plastic surgeon who offers fillers, BOTOX, and facelift surgery in San Jose, I specialize in helping people navigate this …

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SculpSure® vs CoolSculpting®: Which Is Better? (Updated 2023)

The number of nonsurgical body contouring options seems to expand every year. Men and women curious about how they can reduce fat without the downtime or cost of surgery have a lot of information to sift through. Two of the most popular and effective nonsurgical alternatives to liposuction are CoolSculpting and SculpSure, and knowing which …

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What Does a Facelift Do (And Not Do)?

Facelift surgery at our San Jose, CA, practice can produce stunning anti-aging results. However, some men and women may benefit from other procedures, too, such as a neck lift, eyelid surgery, or nonsurgical options. Many times, these procedures can be performed in concert with each other to provide more profound, natural-looking results. But how can …

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