The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast

At LJC, April is the go-to person for getting started with the skinny shot at LJC. She knows what people are going through because she’s been there too, and shares her personal experience to help them feel less alone during their journey.Having a sweet tooth and being a travel enthusiast, April’s food habits are changed for the better with tirzepatide. She chooses bananas over pastries and opts for a vodka cranberry instead of a strawberry daiquiri. Opening up about her experience, April explains why she went with tirzepatide instead of semaglutide and shares what to expect on our Signature Skinny Shot program, how to manage shots while on the road or dealing with TSA, and what maintenance plans might look like once you reach your goal.LinksTake advantage of our pre-summer skinny shot promo before the month of April ends!Learn more about our semaglutide and tirzepatide prescription weight loss programsWatch our seminar with Dr. Jerry Haas to learn more about the benefits of semaglutide and tirzepatide and the science behind themLearn more about the skinny shot and how to get started on our Signature Skinny Shot YouTube PlaylistMeet April, our director of patient experienceLa 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.To learn more, go to LJCSC.com or follow the team on Instagram @LJCSCThe La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

To honor his 20th anniversary with LJCSC, plastic surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme shares his perspective on how the specialty of plastic surgery has evolved throughout his three-decade career.Hear how techniques have advanced to help patients get the most impact in the safest way possible, from face lifts, brow lifts and lip lifts to tummy tucks, liposuction and breast augmentation, and how the constant innovation in the specialty of aesthetics throughout his career shaped him as a surgeon. LinksRead more about San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Johan BrahmeHear more of Dr. Brahme’s thoughts on lip lift surgery and vaginoplasty on past episodes of the LJC podcast.Read patient reviews for Dr. BrahmeLa 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.To learn more, go to LJCSC.com or follow the team on Instagram @LJCSCThe La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

Two years after her breast augmentation, San Diego radio personality Laura Cain returns with an update on how her breast implants have changed her life.Before her breast implants, Laura was wearing padded bras and chicken cutlet bra inserts to hide her flat chest. Now her wardrobe options have changed and her confidence has skyrocketed, both personally and professionally.What’s next for Laura? Hear what new treatment is on her wish list that she says is, “right up her alley.”LinksListen to our previous episodes on Laura’s breast augmentation experience: Part 1, Part 2 & Part 3Check out Laura’s podcast, Laura Cain After DarkFollow Laura on InstagramListen to our episode on Marie’s experience with Ellacor 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: https://www.theaxis.io/ 

Before having a tummy tuck, one of the biggest worries our patients have is “what is my belly button going to look like?” No one wants an ugly belly button, or for it to be a dead giveaway that they had work done.Because so much extra skin is removed during tummy tuck surgery, the original belly button often goes away with it. But during a tummy tuck using the BellaButton technique, Dr. Salazar creates a beautiful, natural-looking belly button. As the pioneer of this technique, Dr. Salazar explains the key differences between the original techniques used to create a belly button during a tummy tuck, and the advanced approach of the BellaButton.See the difference between Dr. Salazar’s BellaButton results and standard tummy tuck belly button on our blog.Meet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: https://www.theaxis.io/

As the co-host of San Diego’s favorite country morning show, Tammy wanted to look high-spirited and full of life, but her eyelids made her look tired or mad all the time and her neck made her look older than her age.Opening up about her reasons for getting eyelid surgery and a neck lift, Tammy shares why she wanted to improve upon the things that she felt were detrimental to her appearance.With no past experience having cosmetic surgery, Tammy recalls how Dr. Breister and her nurses helped her feel comfortable, and to her surprise, how easy recovery was.Meet Tammy’s surgeon, Dr. Diana Breister GhoshLearn more about neck lift and blepharoplastyLearn more about John & Tammy: San Diego's Morning Show on KSON 103.7Follow John & Tammy on InstagramLa 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: https://www.theaxis.io/

17 years ago, Jaime had a breast augmentation and lift after breastfeeding her three children. Back then, she spent a lot of time vacationing on the river and wanted to feel confident in a bikini.Fast forward to 2023, Jaime came back to LJCSC because her breasts had gotten larger. Since her initial surgery, she felt like she looked too big, so she opted for breast implant replacement (for much smaller implants) and another lift. Find out why she decided against explanting and hear how her surgeon Dr. John Smoot handled a startling post-op scare. Meet Jaime’s surgeon, Dr. John Smoot See breast augmentation with lift before and after photos See breast implant replacement before and after photos 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: https://www.theaxis.io/

https://www.ljcsc.com/It might be your first time getting a breast augmentation, but it’s by no means our first time! From your first phone call to your pre-op appointment, we tell you exactly what to expect so there are no surprises.Filling us in on all things breast surgery, Dr. Hector Salazar shares all there is to know about breast augmentation recovery, from how long you’ll need to be away from work and the gym to how much pain you'll be in and how it’s managed.LinksRead more about San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar-ReyesView breast augmentation before and after photos Read our plastic surgery recovery guideLa 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: https://www.theaxis.io/

Sharing his unique expertise with HD Lipo, Dr. Hector Salazar explains how this technique eliminates stubborn areas of fat, and highlights your natural muscle definition.Combining his artistic eye with his rich knowledge of anatomy, Dr. Salazar uses this specialized liposuction technique to precisely sculpt your body following the natural lines of your musculature.Find out all there is to know about the HD lipo experience, including best candidates and BMI requirements, how VASER liposuction technology works, why lymphatic drainage massage therapy is so important, and the importance of compression garments.LinksView HD liposuction before and after photosMeet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes Check out our YouTube Short of an HD lipo patient success storyLa 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ljcsc/The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

Dr. Jerry Haas, director of our medical weight loss program, gives us the details on Signature Skinny Shot, from what to expect before and during your weight loss journey to what can happen to your body as a result of losing weight and how we can help with that too.Semaglutide and tirzepatide started as diabetes medications, but in the past few years researchers have found that they also help people lose weight by telling the body when it’s full.These medications are well-vetted, have been around for a long time, and can truly be life-changing. Whether you want to reach your ideal weight before surgery with us or just want to shed those stubborn pounds, we’re here to guide you through the entire process.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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

Dr. Jerry Haas has been at LJC helping patients feel comfortable and well cared for before, during, and after surgery for over 25 years. When Dr. Haas isn’t by patients’ side during surgery, he’s there throughout their weight loss journey to help them safely reach their goals as the director of our medical weight loss program, Signature Skinny Shot.While serving the Navy on an aircraft carrier as a general medical officer, Dr. Haas’ senior medical officer would always tell him he’d be a great anesthesiologist. He took these words seriously. After two years of serving the Navy, he completed his three-year anesthesia residency, and he’s been keeping patients safe ever since.Learn more about anesthesia at LJC on our episode Is Anesthesia Dangerous? We Asked Our AnesthesiologistLa 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

Long before having children, Kayla wanted breast implants. She never felt confident in a bikini, or in certain tops on date nights with her husband.When her daughter was 4, she decided it was the perfect time to do it. She thought she might need a breast lift, but Dr. Swistun reassured her that all she needed was an augmentation with high profile implants.Kayla opens up about how she decided on size, how it felt to wake up looking different, and how Dr. Swistun handled her post-surgery hematoma.Meet Kayla, practice manager at our La Jolla med spa Meet Kayla’s surgeon, Dr. Luke Swistun View breast augmentation before and after photos 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

When Marissa, lead patient coordinator at LJC, moved to the beaches of San Diego from the small town of Bakersfield, she discovered her bikini top was a little less full than she’d like it to be. Starting as a small A cup, Marissa was looking for a subtle boost and nothing over-the-top. Plastic surgeon Dr. Luke Swistun recommended silicone gel implants and helped her find a size that fit her petite frame just right.Marissa candidly opens up about her entire experience, from sizing at her initial consultation, to her recovery and the emotional rollercoaster she felt for the first 6 months post-op. Hear her advice on how to find the right breast surgeon to bring your goals to life.Meet Marissa, lead patient coordinator at LJC Meet Marissa’s surgeon, Dr. Luke Swistun Head on over to our Instagram and YouTube to check out Marissa and Dr. Salazar’s reaction videosView breast augmentation before and after photos 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

Many women, often after having children, seek ways to make sexual intercourse more comfortable for themselves and their partners. Dr. Johan Brahme answers all the questions women have about vaginoplasty to demystify this procedure. Often included in a mommy makeover, the pelvic floor is one of the main areas that needs rejuvenating after childbirth. Kegels can strengthen muscles, but a vaginoplasty tightens the gap between those muscles.Find out all you need to know about this “hush hush” yet life-changing procedure:What is it and what does it address?How much pain is involved?How long is the downtime?Are there any visible scars?Do OB-GYNs do this procedure?LinksMeet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme Learn more about vaginal rejuvenation 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

Yes, motherhood is beautiful. But bringing children into the world wreaks some havoc on the body!A mommy makeover is a combination of procedures designed to address areas that need lifting and tightening after having children.Plastic surgeon (and mom) Dr. Diana Breister Ghosh shares the advantages of combining body restoration procedures into one surgery. While the classic mommy makeover includes a breast procedure and a tummy tuck, there are a number of other procedures that can be included in this customizable surgery depending on your goals.Dr. Breister answers all of the questions women have about mommy makeover, including:How soon after having children and breastfeeding is it safe to get a mommy makeover?Where will the incisions be?How will the scars look?How much pain is involved?How long is the recovery?How can you prepare?Meet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Diana Breister https://www.ljcsc.com/about/meet-the-team/plastic-surgeons/dr-diana-breister-ghosh/ View mommy makeover before and after photos https://www.ljcsc.com/gallery/body/mommy-makeover/ Learn more about mommy makeoverhttps://www.ljcsc.com/procedures/cosmetic-surgery/body/mommy-makeover/ La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ljcsc/The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

Dr. John Smoot knew from the time he was a teenager that he wanted to be a doctor and work with his hands. Today, the highlight of his work is the confidence he brings to people who felt like their outer appearance could match their self-image better.When the Vietnam War began, Dr. Smoot joined the Utah National Guard as a scrub tech and a medic—the start of an unconventional road to becoming the doctor he always wanted to be.After serving in the Guard and years of education and training in Chicago, Detroit, and Houston, Dr. Smoot joined his older brother’s plastic surgery practice in San Diego.When his brother passed away, Dr. Smoot led the practice until bringing his skills, experience, and kind heart to the team at LJCSC.Read more about San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot Read real patient reviews for Dr. Smoot 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

n this showcase episode, Monique highlights four small but mighty facial rejuvenation treatments you’ll want to add to your wish list. To showcase these powerful options, surgeons Dr. Kiersten Riedler, Dr. Johan Brahme, Dr. Jason Pozner, and Dr. Hector Salazar share their expertise covering eyelid surgery, endoscopic brow lift, Ellacor microcoring for skin tightening, the T-Z Plasty, and submental platysmaplasty (neck lift). With the right early interventions, you may end up delaying the need for a face lift or never needing one at all. Learn more about Ellacor microcoring Learn more about eyelid surgery Learn more about T-Z Plasty Learn more about neck lift and neck liposuction 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

As controversy surrounding breast implants continues, many women have questions about their choices for implant removal or replacement.Dr. Luke Swistun is known throughout Southern California and beyond for this unique specialty and uses his expertise to answer your biggest questions about explant surgery, including:Will I look awful after my implants are removed?What’s the purpose of en bloc capsulectomy?How is capsular contracture prevented and treated?What is breast implant illness?Can you have a breast lift or fat transfer with breast implant removal?LinksMeet Dr. Luke Swistun Read more about breast implant removalSee explant before and after photos

Because labia come in all shapes and sizes, there’s no such thing as “normal.” But when tissue or skin in this area makes you uncomfortable in certain clothes or causes insecurities, there is a solution.Plastic surgeon Dr. Diana Breister shares 2+ decades of expertise in feminine rejuvenation to answer your biggest questions about labiaplasty, including:What can you expect during recovery?How long do you need to wait to get intimate again?Can you combine labiaplasty with other treatments or surgeries?Is there a way to see before and after photos?LinksLearn more about The Great Wall of Vulva, the art exhibit that shows the uniqueness of every woman’s body Learn more about labiaplasty Read more about San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Diana Breister Ghosh 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.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

If you have a low body fat percentage, you might think the BBL is out of reach, or even worse – that you must first gain weight to make it possible. Neither is true! There is a backside-enhancing surgery that creates curves for those who don’t have much body fat to spare. Plastic surgeon Dr. Luke Swistun lets us in on how the popular “Skinny BBL” works, where he gets fat from thinner patients, how lumps and bumps are avoided, and reveals his super secret method for hiding lipo scars in plain sight. LinksRead more about BBL La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Center BMI calculator Hear LJC patient Kaylie’s Skinny BBL experience Hear LJC patient Gabriela’s Skinny BBL experience 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. Our Carlsbad medical spa is located at 7730 El Camino Real Suite C at The Beacon La Costa.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/

There’s a wide world of lasers out there, and not everyone wants the recovery that comes with the most intense treatment. But there are a few laser treatments that are quick and easy that also deliver life-changing results.LJC’S laser specialist Amy Biggs, PA-C, runs us through the top three:Laser hair removalBBL HERO (BroadBand Light)MOXI laser skin revitalizationFind out what each of these laser treatments can help with, how many sessions you’ll need, how much downtime to expect, and whether they’re right for you.Meet San Diego laser specialist Amy Biggs, PA-C Learn more about laser hair removal Learn more about BBL photorejuvenation Learn more about MOXI laser skin revitalization Take a screenshot of this podcast episode with your phone and show it at your consultation or appointment, or mention the promo code PODCAST to receive $25 off any service or product of $50 or more at La Jolla Cosmetic, redeemable in the med spa or toward any service with our plastic surgeons.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. Our Carlsbad medical spa is located at 7730 El Camino Real Suite C at The Beacon La Costa.To learn more, go to https://www.ljcsc.com/ or follow the team on Instagram The La Jolla Cosmetic Podcast is a production of The Axis: http://www.theaxis.io/