by La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre
Go beyond the surface with insights from the plastic surgery experts at <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre</a>. Dive deep into the latest advancements, patient stories, and the artistry behind cosmetic surgery from a globally recognized practice and 20-time Best of San Diego winner.<br /><br />With your hostess Monique Ramsey, we take you inside LJCSC, the place where dreams become real, featuring San Diego’s most loved plastic surgeons as our cosmetic surgery experts.<br /><br /><b>Johan Brahme, MD, Plastic Surgeon: </b>Practicing at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre since 2004, Dr. Brahme is a double board certified plastic surgeon with a stellar reputation for his kind bedside manner, commitment to safety, and beautiful aesthetic surgery results. Dr. Brahme is a past president of the San Diego Plastic Surgery Society and a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and The Aesthetic Society (formerly ASAPS).<br /><br /><b>John Smoot, MD, Plastic Surgeon: </b>During his 30+ years as a board certified plastic surgeon in San Diego, Dr. John Smoot has earned a reputation for providing excellent care & beautiful cosmetic surgery results. With an extraordinary depth of skill and experience in plastic surgery, he well-known for advanced scar-reducing techniques with breast lift surgery and the highly effective internal bra technique for revision breast surgery. Dr. Smoot is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and served as Chief of Plastic Surgery at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, where he is also on staff. He’s a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the California Society of Plastic Surgeons.<br /><br /><b>Hector Salazar-Reyes, MD, Plastic Surgeon:</b> As a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes has a passion and respect for the field of cosmetic surgery and is well-regarded known for his exceptional patient care. Dr. Salazar completed his general and plastic surgery residencies at the world-renowned Houston Methodist Hospital, where the first silicone breast implants were developed. During this time, Dr. Salazar served as chief resident in both specialties and was recognized with service and most professional resident awards from Houston Methodist Hospital. He is proud to be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the Board of Plastic Surgery of Mexico—and to be a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS). <br /><br /><b>Luke Swistun, MD, Plastic Surgeon:</b> Dr. Luke Swistun is a board-certified plastic surgeon with a background in visual arts and medical military service. He’s known for his artistic approach to plastic surgery and for the close, supportive relationship he forms with every person he treats. He is known nationally and internationally for his expertise in breast implant removal and his compassionate approach to patients experiencing breast implant illness.<br /><br /><b>Kiersten Riedler, MD, Facial Plastic Surgeon:</b> San Diego native Dr. Riedler brings dedication to all she does here at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre. Double board certified in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) and in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery by the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery, she prioritizes communication, trust, and building relationships with everyone she treats. <br /><br /><b>Diana Breister-Ghosh, MD, Plastic Surgeon: </b>A board-certified plastic surgeon and San Diego native, Dr. Breister Ghosh delivers exceptional results and care to local women and men. She is known for the personal relationships she builds with her patients and her work to empower women through confidence-building plastic surgery.Though skilled at several types of procedures, she is most known for excellence in performing face and neck lifts, eyelid surgery, feminine rejuvenation, breast augmentation, breast lift, and tummy tucks. With a specialization in loose skin removal, Dr. Breister is passionate about helping people who have lost weight become less self-conscious about the loose skin left over.<br /><br />Send us a voicemail! We’ll answer your question on the podcast. Send us your message at <a href="https://www.thelajollacosmeticpodcast.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">thelajollacosmeticpodcast.com </a><br /><b></b><br />To learn more, go to<a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> ljcsc.com</a> or follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ljcsc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@ljcsc</a> on Instagram
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April 15, 2025
Over 1,200 beautifully refreshed faces speak for themselves. With his 30+ years of experience helping people achieve their dream facelift results, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme cuts through the marketing hype around mini, SMAS, and deep plane facelifts, explaining who they’re best for and what truly matters when choosing a procedure.<br /><br />It’s not about the type of facelift—it’s about the surgeon’s skill and artistic eye. It’s about loving your result, no matter how you got there.<br /><br />Forget the idea that facelifts are only for a certain age. It’s all about skin quality, not your birth year. Dr. Brahme shares why getting a facelift in your 40’s instead of your 70’s can be a game-changer, giving you more time to enjoy the results.<br /><br />Because everyone ages differently, he maps out a personalized game plan, often combining a facelift with fat transfer, eyelid surgery, a lip lift, or a brow lift for best results.<br /><br />Want to make your facelift last longer? Curious about the risks and how common they are? He breaks it all down, including how he customizes facelifts for men, considering facial hair, anatomy, and short hairstyles.<br /><br /><b>Links</b><br /><br />View <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/gallery/face/facelift/?Provider=Dr.%20Brahme" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">facelift before and after results</a> by Dr. Brahme<br /><br />Meet <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/about/meet-the-team/plastic-surgeons/dr-johan-brahme/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Diego plastic surgeon</a> Dr. Johan Brahme<br /><br />Learn from the talented plastic surgeons inside<a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> La Jolla Cosmetic</a>, the 20x winner of the Best of San Diego and global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice.<br /><br />Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego’s most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.<br /><br />La Jolla Cosmetic is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.<br /><br />To learn more, go to<a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> LJCSC.com</a> or follow the team on Instagram<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ljcsc/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> @LJCSC</a><br /><br />Watch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube <a href="https://youtube.com/@lajollacosmetic?si=lIQN09iHHdvGRhPm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@LaJollaCosmetic</a><br /><br />The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis:<a href="https://www.theaxis.io/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> theaxis.io</a>
April 9, 2025
Avoiding two-piece swimsuits or open-back dresses? You’re not alone! It’s a common struggle, and San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Luke Swistun is here to explain why it’s so hard to get rid of. <br /><br />No matter how many workouts you do, back fat can be incredibly stubborn—and there’s a scientific reason for that. Dr. Swistun explains why liposuction is usually the most effective solution, how back lipo often turns into 360 lipo, and why incision placement makes all the difference for smooth, natural-looking results.<br /><br />Thinking about pairing lipo with a fat transfer? Or maybe you’re dealing with loose skin after weight loss and considering an arm lift or Renuvion? Dr. Swistun shares when a combo approach makes the most sense.<br /><br />Hear real patient stories, recovery timelines, and how a more sculpted back can give you a serious confidence boost.<br /><br /><b>Links</b><br /><br />Learn more about <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/procedures/cosmetic-surgery/body/liposuction/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">liposuction</a>, <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/procedures/cosmetic-surgery/body/360-lipo/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">360 lipo</a> and <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/procedures/cosmetic-surgery/body/upper-arm-lift/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">arm lift</a> surgery<br /><br />Check out our <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/gallery/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">before and after gallery</a> to view lipo, Renuvion and arm lift results<br /><br />Hear Alexis’ <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/blog/podcast-how-alexis-conquered-her-panic-attacks-biggest-insecurities-a-mommy-makeover-story/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">arm lift experience</a><br /><br />Hear Amie's <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/blog/podcast-how-amie-got-the-body-of-her-20s-back-at-40-something/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">360 lipo experience</a><br /><br />Meet <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/about/meet-the-team/plastic-surgeons/dr-luke-swistun/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Diego plastic surgeon</a> Dr. Luke Swistun<br /><br />Learn from the talented plastic surgeons inside<a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> La Jolla Cosmetic</a>, the 20x winner of the Best of San Diego and global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice.<br /><br />Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego’s most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.<br /><br />La Jolla Cosmetic is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.<br /><br />To learn more, go to<a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> LJCSC.com</a> or follow the team on Instagram<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ljcsc/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> @LJCSC</a><br /><br />Watch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube <a href="https://youtube.com/@lajollacosmetic?si=lIQN09iHHdvGRhPm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@LaJollaCosmetic</a><br /><br />The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis:<a href="https://www.theaxis.io/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> theaxis.io</a>
April 1, 2025
When Karen couldn’t shake that last 20 pounds, she considered liposuction. But between the cost and the downtime, it just didn’t feel like the right fit for her busy life. That’s when she decided to give weight loss medication a try.<br /><br />After surviving breast cancer, Karen struggled to lose weight. At 63, she is actively exploring San Diego, boating, and making the most of life, and she’s thrilled that the skinny shot has her feeling more energized, confident, and ready to move.<br /><br />Beyond weight loss, Karen discovered some unexpected perks, like fewer alcohol cravings and an overall boost in her health.<br /><br />She shares all the NSVs (non-scale victories), her best tips for seeing results while feeling great, how she uses ChatGPT to find great recipes, and her experience with the Signature Skinny Shot program at LJCSC.<br /><b><br />Links</b><br /><b><br /></b>Learn more about the Signature Skinny Shot <a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/procedures/cosmetic-surgery/body/prescription-weight-loss-programs/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">GLP-1 medical weight loss program</a> at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre<br /><br />Learn more about the skinny shot and watch our video about getting started on our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKuKsnLjF2GiFGSyUOobcLoHUlmGN2qgZ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Signature Skinny Shot</a> YouTube Playlist<br /><br />Learn from the talented plastic surgeons inside<a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> La Jolla Cosmetic</a>, the 20x winner of the Best of San Diego and global winner of the 2020 MyFaceMyBody Best Cosmetic/Plastic Surgery Practice.<br /><br />Join hostess Monique Ramsey as she takes you inside La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, where dreams become real. Featuring the unique expertise of San Diego’s most loved plastic surgeons, this podcast covers the latest trends in aesthetic surgery, including breast augmentation, breast implant removal, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, facelifts and rhinoplasty.<br /><br />La Jolla Cosmetic is located just off the I-5 San Diego Freeway at 9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 130 in the Ximed building on the Scripps Memorial Hospital campus.<br /><br />To learn more, go to<a href="https://www.ljcsc.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> LJCSC.com</a> or follow the team on Instagram<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ljcsc/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> @LJCSC</a><br /><br />Watch the LJCSC Dream Team on YouTube <a href="https://youtube.com/@lajollacosmetic?si=lIQN09iHHdvGRhPm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">@LaJollaCosmetic</a><br /><br />The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis:<a href="https://www.theaxis.io/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> theaxis.io</a>
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