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Tired of your tummy? If you wish you could streamline your midsection, we have good news: You absolutely can! More good news: You have more than one option for doing so. At our offices in Torrance and Los Alamitos, California, Linda Swanson, MD, offers both liposuction and abdominoplasty — commonly called a tummy tuck — to...
You want to keep your skin as healthy and young-looking as possible through the years. That means sun protection matters. Without it, the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can reach your skin, speeding aging, causing dark spots, and increasing your risk for skin cancer. As the days get longer and you...
Everyone heals differently, and breast augmentation patients are no exception. The way your body develops scar tissue plays a role in your recovery after getting breast implants — and, consequently, in the way your breasts appear and feel. In rare cases, you can develop so much scar tissue around your new...
Liposuction gives you a way to target problem areas of fat, eradicating them. It does come with a recovery period, though. So, if you have more than one stubborn area of fat, you might be wondering if you can knock them all out at once. Can you shrink your downtime by...
The year 2023 can be your year. If you want to stride into the new year looking and feeling great, there’s a relatively easy change you can make at home: Upgrade your skin care. In the same way what you eat affects how your body functions, what you feed your...
Your body changes over time and your breasts — even if they have implants — are no exception. Add in the fact that implants aren’t designed to last a lifetime, and it’s no surprise that many women with breast augmentation choose to talk to a plastic surgeon again. If one...
When you started your weight loss journey, you probably had a vision in your head of where it would lead you. You could picture yourself wearing specific outfits or doing specific activities with fewer pounds in the way. Then, even after you drop the weight, you’re not where you imagined....
Plastic surgery isn’t just for women. And we’re not just talking about liposuction or facelifts. With targeted procedures for men, more and more people can reach their ideal shape and get rid of problem areas. If, for example, you’re a man living with excess breast tissue, you should know that...
All women’s bodies change over time. But that doesn’t mean those changes are welcome. As your body adds fat to specific areas but loses volume where you want it most — like your breasts and lips — it can make you feel less than yourself. Fortunately, there’s a way to...
Last month on our blog, we talked about how effective Botox® is for de-wrinkling the upper portion of your face. We acknowledged that while it’s an incredible way to get rid of dynamic wrinkles like frown lines and forehead lines, it doesn’t make a dent in a different age-related facial...
There’s a reason more than 4 million people choose to get Botox® in any given year. This treatment is quick, it comes with no downtime, and it’s an excellent way to smooth certain types of wrinkles. That said, Botox isn’t a miracle cure for all of the woes that come...
The summer season gets underway early in southern California. You’ve probably already pulled out your shorts and sandals — and your sunglasses along with them. If you’re living with under-eye bags, that last item can feel particularly welcome. With sunglasses on, no one can see the bags that may make...
Today, you don’t have to watch as time takes its toll on your face. Thanks to the latest innovations and advancements, women and men have seemingly countless options to help them look and feel their best through the years. That includes completely transformative surgical procedures like facelifts, as well as...
There’s a common misconception that you age out of plastic surgery eligibility at a certain point. But research shows that isn’t true. The American Academy of Dermatology Association conducted a study looking at thousands of people. They concluded that people ages 65-93 were just as likely to have safe, effective...
Plenty of people would love a flatter, tighter stomach. But if you’re living with excess skin and fat around your abdomen and back towards your hip, a basic tummy tuck might not be enough to move you toward your ideal shape. Fortunately, you have options. With an extended abdominoplasty, Linda...
Plastic surgery differs from traditional surgery, primarily because it’s totally optional. You’re choosing to get this procedure because you know it will improve your appearance and your quality of life. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have the same concerns as anyone else heading into the operating room. When you...
All of our bodies heal and age differently, and that can present a challenge in some women with breast augmentation. Issues that affect your implants, from excess scar tissue to droopiness in your chest, can leave you decreasingly happy with your results. That’s why, in addition to breast augmentation, Linda...
After plastic surgery, your recovery process varies depending on the type of procedure you had. Recovery for facial surgery looks different from the healing of a breast augmentation, for example. All this said, you want to know what to expect during your recovery process — and how to speed it...
Skin care is important year-round, but there’s a particular emphasis on using the best products in the summer. As we all enjoy the sunshine, we risk premature skin aging. That’s because the sun’s rays shower harmful UV light down on us, which can cause everything from premature wrinkles to skin...
There’s a reason roughly 10 million Americans a year decide to get Botox® and/or fillers. These cosmetic injectables give you a quick and easy way to smooth wrinkles. Plus, they take just minutes to get and don’t come with any downtime afterward. But different cosmetic injectables work differently, and the...
It’s no secret that bearing children isn’t easy on your body. Most women gain baby weight, and getting it to fall off often isn’t easy. Even once you do lose those excess pounds, it’s not like your body snaps back. After pregnancy and breastfeeding, many women are left with excess...
When you look at your body, you shouldn’t have a constant reminder that you used to be heavier. But if you’ve lost a significant amount of weight, sagging skin can do exactly that. The good news is, you’re not stuck with those unwelcome additions to your frame. Linda Swanson, MD,...
Liposuction used to seem like something reserved for the wealthy and famous. But more and more Americans are choosing it all the time. In fact, in 2020 it reached the status of the second most popular cosmetic surgery. And of the more than 250,000 people who chose liposuction in 2019,...
The grass is always greener on the other side. Plenty of women want larger breasts. But women living with overly large ones know that they come with consequences. If your breast size causes problems for you, don’t hesitate to talk to Linda Swanson, MD, about a breast reduction at either...
They say the eyes are the window to the soul — and there’s something to that. You can often tell when someone’s worn out or sad just by glancing at their eyes. And you can certainly tell that the years have taken their toll when someone has droopy eyelids or puffy...
If you think your only option to recover youthfulness in your chest is a breast implant, think again. With a breast lift, you can reposition your breasts on your chest without adding anything synthetic (although a lift can also be performed with an augmentation, if you so choose). In fact, more...
Spending some time soaking in the summer sun can be a great way to relax and recharge. But if you don’t protect your skin beforehand, you’ll usually end up paying for it later. That’s because the sun does damage to your skin in multiple ways, all contributing to a less-than-ideal...
The year 2020 has brought more time at home than any of us could have imagined. While some people have used the extra time at home to work toward their fitness goals, many have seen the needle move in the opposite direction. The stress of this uncertain season, the excess...
You deserve to look and feel your best. But age, pregnancy, weight changes, and other health conditions can all take their toll on your body. Particularly, all of these things can be hard on your breasts. And because your breasts play a key role in defining you as a woman,...
Summer is here and, for many people, that means tighter-fitting, more revealing clothing. If you don’t love your stomach and wish you could go back to sweater weather, you should know that you have options. While healthy eating and time at the gym can help you move toward the stomach...
You’ve probably heard of a mommy makeover, a procedure many women choose after giving birth to restore their breasts, stomach, and any other problem areas after having a baby. But why should moms have all the fun? At our offices in Torrance and Los Alamitos, California, Linda Swanson, MD, offers...
Is a fake-looking facelift better than no facelift at all? We don’t think so. Facelifts are a good solution to combat the ravages of time and nature. Facelifts can add lost facial volume, remove jowls, and raise a drooping chin and neck. But a too-tight facelift looks artificial and could...
Dr Swanson has an in office AAAA Surgical facility. The facility, Plastic Surgery Center of South Bay is State licensed to provide a safe and efficient alternative to the traditional hospital setting. Here at PSCSB your comfort is our priority. Our office staff and surgical team are committed to providing...
Recently my office manager came to me with a story of a patient that I had consulted for a breast lift. It seems this patient called to make an appointment to see me again for further questions and to discuss another surgery. She asked my office manager, "I know she...
What is a Brazilian butt lift? If your butt is lacking fullness but other areas of your body have a little extra, Dr. Swanson liposuctions the fat and inserts it into your buttocks. This figure-enhancing procedure can accentuate the contours of your backside dramatically. Excesss fat can be suctioned from ...
As people age, the fat in their hands diminishes, leaving the underlying structures more visable. Transfering a person's own fat to the back of the hans can restore a natural, more youthful appearance by restoring volume to the thinned areas. How is this done?Topical anesthesia is appliked to the back of...
What it isn't: A way to lose lots of weight. (If you want to lose a significant amount of weight, a diet and exercise plan is the place to start.) Procedures that are part of this group: Breast augmentation, breast lift, breast combination (augmentation plus lift), abdominoplasty, SmartLipo, traditional liposuction, and fat transplant...
We're excited to have you enjoy easy navigation on your Smartphone, tablet, or computer. Now, looking at "before and after" photos and learning about procedures is easier than ever!Also, I will be sharing blog posts that address many of the most common topics, questions, and myths about plastic surgery. I'll...