The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved a new use for Botox Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) for the temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe lateral canthal lines, known as crow’s feet, in adults. Botox Cosmetic is the only FDA approved drug treatment option for lateral canthal lines. The FDA approved Botox Cosmetic in […]
The FDA has a webpage that provides Consumer Updates about Breast Implants. The following questions are addressed in the FDA consumer update page. Should I get breast implants? Are there alternatives? Will my breast implants need to be replaced? And if you decide to get implants, there are even more questions. Saline or silicone breast […]
A Nose Job, technically known as a Rhinoplasty, is a surgery that can change the appearance of your nose in dramatic fashion or in subtle ways. Before embarking on your surgical journey of nose surgery, it’s important to be sure of a few things before going under the knife. You may be a good candidate […]
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), upper Arm Lifts or Brachioplasty surgery is up 4,378% since 2000. In the year 2000 only about 300 patients underwent arm lift surgery compared to 15,457 in 2012 of which 98% of patients were women. Although the ASPS could not point to a specific reason for […]
In a study published in the Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery, nose surgery or rhinoplasty may help patients appear younger. https://archfaci.jamanetwork.com/article.aspx?articleid=1108871 The Toronto based study presented 53 sets of “before and after” photos of patients who had undergone rhinoplasty surgery at a single institution. Fifty research volunteers were asked to review the photos and estimate […]
The attempt to increase breast size and improve shape using various materials such as ivory, glass, rubber, animal cartilage and sponges dates back to the late 19th century. We’ve come a long way since those days. Todays options for breast enlargement include both saline and silicone implants. Breast augmentation is one of the Top 5 […]
Before the age of the internet you would call your doctor’s office and schedule an appointment if you had a concern about your health. Your physician would ask you about your concerns, examine you, and provide you with treatment that would usually make you feel better. That was then. These days, when you have an […]
Rings under the eyes and or puffiness can make you appear more tired than you feel or older than your are. In the business of cosmetics there are dizzying choices of makeups, creams, gels, concealers, and brighteners for women and even men who have concerns about the appearance around their eyes. Surgery for the lower […]
Patients who come into the plastic surgeon’s office might have one or more procedures in mind, but in general, they want to look good for their age and slow down the aging process. From keeping skin looking smooth and bright to helping their weight-loss goals by minimizing problem areas and contouring the figure, there are […]
They may be called brown spots, age spots, or liver spots, but one thing is sure: nobody wants them. The Japanese spend a big percentage of their beauty dollars on targeting brown spots, which they call “shimi.” In the United States our demand for brown spot lightening is steadily rising, especially since these discolorations can […]
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Oceanside, California, Dr. Gregory Park provides a full range of plastic and reconstructive services at North Coast Plastic Surgery including cosmetic surgery of the face, neck, eyes, and nose, breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast reconstruction, revision cosmetic breast surgery, arm lifts, liposuction, tummy tuck, Botox, Fillers, and more...
Dr. Park was the Plastic Surgeon at my hospital. I was lucky to have such a wonderful and caring doctor. You hear people say how one person changed their life. I now understand because Dr. Park did that for me. It's a wonderful feeling when you meet a doctor who truly cares.