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What Is the Difference Between a Plastic Surgeon and a Cosmetic Surgeon?

When you start researching aesthetic procedures, you may notice providers calling themselves either plastic surgeons or cosmetic surgeons. At first glance, these terms sound interchangeable, but there are important distinctions that can impact your safety, results, and peace of mind. As a board-certified plastic surgeon, I believe it’s essential to help you clearly understand these …

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What Are the Most Important Credentials To Look for in a Plastic Surgeon?

As you search for the best plastic surgeon in Palo Alto, CA, there are a few qualifications you should be looking for: Board certification: Your surgeon should be a board-certified plastic surgeon, which means they are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the only plastic surgery board recognized by the American Board of …

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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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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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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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