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Langer’s Lines: Nature’s Guide to Better Scars

When it comes to plastic surgery, scar healing is always a top concern. Patients often ask, “How can I make my scars less visible?” One key concept surgeons use is something called Langer’s lines. What Are Langer’s Lines? Langer’s lines are natural patterns in your skin. They show where the skin is under more or … Read more

Trigger Finger: What It Is and How to Treat It

Have you ever tried to bend your finger, only to feel it catch or lock in place? This common problem is called trigger finger. It happens when the tendons in your hand no longer glide smoothly. Let’s break down what’s going on, and more importantly, what you can do about it. Why Trigger Finger Happens … Read more

Remembering 9/11: My Memories as a Medical Student

I will never forget the morning of September 11, 2001. At the time, I was a medical student on my OB-GYN rotation at UC Davis. Like so many others, I started my day as usual—driving to work, listening to the car radio. That morning, the announcer reported that a plane had struck the first tower … Read more

Two Options for Cosmetic Mole Removal: What You Need to Know

Most people have moles, and many of them are completely harmless. When a mole is benign, it means it’s not cancerous. Benign moles are usually round or oval, grow slowly, and have even coloring. Many people choose to remove them for cosmetic reasons, such as wanting smoother skin or feeling more confident in their appearance. … Read more

A Simple Habit to Help Lower Blood Sugar After Meals

Did you know that one small habit can make a big difference in your health after eating? An fascinating study looked at what happens to our blood sugar when we exercise at different times around a meal. Researchers compared three groups: people who exercised before eating, right after eating, and much later after eating. The … Read more

Can Areolar Nipple Skin Grafts Get Rejected?

One of the most common questions I hear after nipple graft surgery is: “Can the graft get rejected?” The short answer is that while it is theoretically possible, I have never seen this happen in my patients. Let me explain why healing is usually very reliable and what you can expect during recovery. How the … Read more

Breast Augmentation: Balancing Your Tissue and the Implant

When you start thinking about breast augmentation, it’s important to first understand how your natural breast tissue and the implant work together. Many patients are surprised to learn that the look and feel of the final result actually depend on the balance between your own tissue and the implant size. Your Breast Tissue vs. the … Read more

Injectable Filler for Balanced Facial Contouring

  Injectable Fillers: Balanced Facial Contouring As we age, our faces slowly lose volume and structure. Injectable fillers, such as Juvederm, can help restore a youthful shape. By carefully adding filler, we can enhance the lips, smooth nasolabial folds, lift marionette lines, and define the jawline. This creates a balanced and natural look that works … Read more