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Surgeons named on the site

Susan Stuart, MDSusan Stuart, MD, has been practicing for over 20 year and continues to be recognized as a pioneer in the field of dermatology.
Dr ChaffooDr Chaffoo is a triple board-certified plastic surgeon and a recipient of a Certificate of Advance Education in Aesthetic Surgery with more than 30 years of experience.

Certifications and memberships stated

States board certification (board not named)Board-certified dermatologist Dr. Susan Stuart is loved by her patients and respected by her peers and the media, both locally and nationally.

Experience stated

20 years (as stated)Susan Stuart, MD, has been practicing for over 20 year and continues to be recognized as a pioneer in the field of dermatology.
30 years (as stated)Dr Chaffoo is a triple board-certified plastic surgeon and a recipient of a Certificate of Advance Education in Aesthetic Surgery with more than 30 years of experience.

Procedures and techniques named

Blepharoplasty: lower lid incision below lashes or inside lidFor the lower lids, incisions are made directly below the lashes. Lower eyelid surgery also allows for the surgery to be performed from the inside of your lids to eliminate visible scarring.
Blepharoplasty: not for pregnant patients or dry eyesHowever, if you are pregnant, have drooping eyebrows , dry eyes, or have an eye infection, you may not be a good candidate for eyelid surgery.
Facelift: deep plane results last 10 to 15 yearsThe comprehensive lifting of deep facial tissues can yield results that last significantly longer than traditional facelifts, with many patients experiencing results that last between 10 and 15 years.
Deep Plane FaceliftA deep plane facelift can provide patients with numerous benefits, enhancing both their physical appearance and emotional well-being.
Rhinoplasty: functional nose job corrects deviated septumA functional nose job is performed to improve or correct nasal function . The most common reason for this type of surgery is to correct a deviated septum , a prevalent condition that can lead to difficulty breathing.
Rhinoplasty: cosmetic and functional components can combineWhile rhinoplasty's cosmetic and functional components are often combined into a single procedure, we can also keep the focus on separate issues.
Breast augmentation: choice of saline or silicone implantsPatients who visit Dr. Chaffoo for breast augmentation in La Jolla can choose saline or silicone breast implants. Both types are FDA approved and each has its own benefits.
Tummy tuck: extended incision wraps to flanks and backWhen a traditional tummy tuck is extended, the necessary incision wraps further around the lower waist to incorporate the flanks and lower back.
Tummy tuck: standard incision from hip to hip above pubic areaTraditionally, the incision used for abdominoplasty runs along the lower waistline, right above the pubic area, from hip to hip.
Gynecomastia: lasting results need diet, exercise, weight controlAs long as patients follow a healthy diet, exercise regularly, and monitor their hormones, gynecomastia can’t come back.

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