John Park MD Plastic Surgery Blog

Scarring following facelift surgery varies from patient to patient and is dependent upon a multitudes of variables. These include the skin type of the patient, the wound healing characteristics of the patient, type of facelift performed, and the technical skill of the surgeon. The surgeon can influence several of these variables, but unfortunately has no

If you’ve had a few babies, or have lost some weight, you may wonder whether a tummy tuck or liposuction is the best option for you. The answer to this question is dependent on the person and the desired outcome. Liposuction vs Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Explained Liposuction is a great way to get rid of

Did you know there were 15.9 million surgical and minimally invasive cosmetic procedures performed in the United States in 2015? America has a love affair with plastic surgery – especially breast augmentation. 2015 Top Plastic Surgery Procedure: Breast Augmentation It was in 1962 that the first silicone breast implant surgery was performed, just three years after

As a board certified plastic surgeon who has performed a variety of breast surgeries, Dr. John Park often consults with patients who are unsure of which procedure they need. Two of the most commonly confused procedures are breast augmentation and breast lift surgery. Breast Augmentation vs Breast Lift There are key differences in a breast augmentation

What is a Mommy Makeover Exactly? A mommy makeover is a term used to describe a combination of procedures that help to restore a more youthful profile after pregnancy. Usually, a mommy makeover usually involves both a breast procedure as well as a tummy tuck. This can typically include any combination of breast surgery, including breast

As a Cosmetic Surgeon in Newport Beach, double Board Certified in both Plastic Surgery and Ophthalmology with sub-specialty training in Oculofacial Plastic Surgery, I have had the privilege of taking care of women and men with various aesthetic concerns. What I have learned is that every patient is unique. Every patient is unique. A person’s