Divino Plastic Surgery Blog
Today’s Most Popular Plastic Surgery Procedures
Posted on September 17, 2020 by Dr. Carlos Chacon - Plastic Surgery
There has never been a better time to undergo plastic surgery to address features that make you self-conscious. Plastic surgery technology and techniques have improved substantially over the past few decades, leading to safer treatment, faster recovery and better results. Statistics from the American Society...
Breast Augmentation Implant Options
Posted on September 2, 2020 by Dr. Carlos Chacon - Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures, providing greater volume, elegant proportions and optimal symmetry for hundreds of thousands of women in the U.S. each year. Plastic surgeons have responded to the demand with new types of implants and improved surgical...
Benefits of Body Contouring Procedures
Posted on August 28, 2020 by Dr. Carlos Chacon - Body Procedures
In the war against fat, losing weight is just half the battle. The scale may say you are slim, but the mirror keeps reminding you that your weight loss was uneven. There are lumps in places, perhaps folds of loose skin, and certain areas that...
Overcoming Common Fears About Plastic Surgery
Posted on August 3, 2020 by Dr. Carlos Chacon - Plastic Surgery
When an informed patient makes the decision to choose surgery, it is usually after weighing the pros and cons of a procedure. Yet even after the benefits have triumphed over possible drawbacks in our minds, sometimes it’s hard to completely let go of all doubts....
Surgical Solutions for Gynecomastia
Posted on July 1, 2020 by Dr. Carlos Chacon - Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia), Male Plastic Surgery
Two of any man’s least favorite words are: “man boobs.” The idea is at once comical and frightful. Apart from the physical embarrassment, the development of feminine curves on the chest suggests loss of masculinity, or even diminished self-regard. Fortunately, skilled surgeons such as Dr....
Does Breast Lift Increase Cup Size?
Posted on June 16, 2020 by Dr. Carlos Chacon - Breast Lift
Breast lift is a popular choice among women who seek to restore a firm, attractive look to breasts that have begun to sag as a result of pregnancy, changes in weight or simply the passage of time. The procedure restores a youthful profile by elevating...
Will My Tummy Tuck Look Natural?
Posted on June 1, 2020 by Dr. Carlos Chacon - Abdominoplasty, Tummy Tuck
Among the questions patients commonly ask about tummy tuck is a concern that is unique in plastic surgery: Will I be able to keep my belly button? The good news is that tummy tuck will not transform you into Ken or Barbie — you will...
What to Know Before Your BBL Consultation
Posted on May 15, 2020 by Dr. Carlos Chacon - Buttock Augmentation
The Brazilian Butt Lift is a great surgical option for patients who seek a fuller, contoured shape for the derrière and an improved profile for the lower body. Below, experienced San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Carlos Chacon explains the benefits of the procedure, how it...
Tummy Tuck vs. Liposuction: Key Differences
Posted on May 1, 2020 by Dr. Carlos Chacon - Abdominoplasty, Liposuction, Tummy Tuck
Many people believe that tummy tuck is simply a localized application of liposuction. Quite a few also assume that both procedures can be used as weight management tools or surgical shortcuts to remove many pounds in a single day. The truth is that neither procedure...
Cosmetic Makeover for Your Post-Quarantine Look
Posted on April 15, 2020 by Dr. Carlos Chacon - Plastic Surgery
The year 2020 has been a time of lockdowns, sheltering in place and limited entertainment options. Many of us have much more free time, but fewer ways to use it. Ironically, in this new normal of social distancing, our appearance is more important than ever....