Breast Episodes
Sept. 24, 2024
Third Time's The Charm? Why Danielle Needed a 3rd Cosmetic Breast Surgery
13 years after Danielle switched from saline to silicone breast implants, something felt off. When it felt like one of her implants was playing hide and seek during mammograms, she knew something needed to be done.
When she…
Aug. 20, 2024
Areola Reduction: The Surgery for Smaller Nipples & Areolas
You can have a nipple or areola reduction on its own, but these procedures often go hand-in-hand with breast reductions, lifts, or implants.
Dr. Salazar breaks down the difference between your nipples and areolas, how surg…
Aug. 13, 2024
Clearing Up Capsulectomy Confusion
The term “en bloc” floats around online in breast implant associated illness circles, but this actually refers to cancer surgery where healthy tissue around a tumor is removed.
To update the terminology and clear up any con…
Aug. 6, 2024
I Broke Up With My Breast Implants: Caroline’s Explant Experience
After 8 years of living with 400cc silicone implants, Caroline started feeling differently about them. Later on, seeing coworkers rave about their explants inspired her to seriously consider removing hers.
It wasn't an easy…
July 23, 2024
The Best Plastic Surgery Procedures For Your 20’s
Your 20’s are a time for adventures, not wrinkles. But we see plenty of young people wanting to enhance their natural beauty. Plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar shares the best procedures for this age group.
From breast imp…
July 16, 2024
Flat is Kind of Cool: Amie’s Breast Implant Removal
Amie had her first breast augmentation with saline implants at age 21 (back in 1998 when Pamela Anderson was the “it girl") and 13 years later switched to silicone.
When unexplained symptoms emerged, she wondered if her br…
June 25, 2024
The Six “WOW” Cosmetic Surgeries Women Always Wish They Did Sooner
Regardless of your motivation, it’s totally normal to think about cosmetic procedures but not know how to get started. Plastic surgeon Dr. Diana Breister gives us an overview of the most popular body procedures for women.
I…
June 11, 2024
The Best Plastic Surgery Procedures For Your 50’s
By your 50’s, for most people the natural changes of age are noticeable. Plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot shares the best procedures for combating aging and reversing the effects of gravity in your 50’s.
From removing or repl…
May 21, 2024
Ask Me Anything with Dr. Johan Brahme, Plastic Surgeon
Who qualifies for liposuction vs. a tummy tuck? What are the different options available for enhancing your lips?
Dr. Johan Brahme brings his 30+ years of experience as a plastic surgeon to answer patient questions live, in…
April 16, 2024
Insights & Surprises from 30 Years in Plastic Surgery with Dr. Johan Brahme
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 …
April 9, 2024
How Laura Cain Really Feels About Her Breast Implants 2 Years Later
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 …
March 12, 2024
Patient Jaime: Why I Decided To Replace (Not Remove) My Breast Implants
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, Jaim…
March 7, 2024
Breast Augmentation Recovery: What To Expect
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…
Jan. 30, 2024
Patient Kayla: Moms Can Get Breast Implants Too
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…
Jan. 23, 2024
Patient Marissa: Filling Up the “A” Cups
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,…