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November 2023 Newsletter

When I got into medical school, my father told me, “You are very lucky—you will see slices of life and different types of people that few people get to see, and you’ll be able to make a difference in their lives.” He was right. We work hard to deliver great […]

October 2020 Newsletter

Together We Are Strong Our Sonoma community has been tested by the unprecedented challenges of the fires that have struck our communities. Many of us have experienced the devastation of the fires first hand over the last few years, including a valued team member who just purchased her first home […]

October 2023 Newsletter

HAPPY OCTOBER! At Allegro Medspa, we are finalizing our plans for our annual Black Thursday Event (BTE). Six years ago, we lost our house in the Tubbs fire, and the staff figured we wouldn’t be up to hosting BTE, but we found the community— guests, patients, and staff, some of […]

August 2023 Newsletter

Reverse Skin Aging, with our new Sciton Halo/BBL! Goodbye red spots, brown spots, and reduce acne. Works on Surgical Scars Email us for our August Promotion on BBL/Hero Aesthetician Shannon Rider is Here! Goodbye dull, summer skin and hyperpigmentation! HydraFacial*: 30 minutes to the best skin of your life! *Exfoliate […]

Breast Augmentation

Contents1 About Breast Augmentation2 Implant Options2.1 Size2.2 Shape2.3 Profile2.4 Making Your Choices3 Ideal Candidates4 How It Works4.1 Surgical Techniques5 What to Expect5.1 Treatment5.2 After the Treatment5.3 Follow-up5.4 Results6 Stress-free Financing for Breast Augmentation: As low as $199/month!7 FAQ 8 Schedule an Appointment About Breast Augmentation With the help of implants […]

July 2023 Newsletter

Artificial Intelligence meets Allegro MedSpa! Want to see what you would look like with fillers or neuromodulators like Botox? Download our exclusive simulator yourself and explore the possibilities! Its easy! The app analyzes an image you upload from your smartphone or computer and shows you what fillers or neuromodulators might […]

June 2023 Newsletter

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May 2023 Newsletter

May is Mommy Makeover Month! Save $500 on a Mommy Makeover**Must have in person consultation FOR ABOVE SIENTRA SPECIAL, SURGERY MUST BE COMPLETED BY JUNE 30TH 2023. “It’s not a Facial, it’s a Hydrafacial!” Hydrafacial = $189 ** Hydrafacial Deluxe = $249 ** Hydrafacial Platinum = $299 ** ** Additional […]

Here’s why labiaplasty is on the rise

Research shows that most women who opt for labiaplasty, or labia minora reduction, are satisfied with the results and find well-deserved relief from symptoms. So it is no surprise that the number of patients who undergo labiaplasty in the United States is on the rise: from 2015 to 2021, the […]

April 2023 Newsletter

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Do I Need A Mini or Full Facelift?

Thinking about facial rejuvenation? With the variety of procedures under the “facelift” umbrella, you are wise to learn about your full range of options! Surgical facelifts are known for turning back the clock about a decade, but there are also mini facelifts and other variations for those who want a […]

5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Surgeon for Your Brazilian Butt Lift

A Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is one of the most popular body contouring procedures for creating a shapely, well-proportioned silhouette. Personalized to each patient, a BBL uses a specialized fat transfer technique and is ideal for achieving a subtle boost to your backside or creating voluptuous curves that will look stellar from […]

March 2023 Newsletter

YOU ASKED AND WE LISTENED. MEMBERSHIPS ARE HERE! SAVE ON ALL ALLEGRO SERVICES AND SKIN PRODUCTS!! CALL 707-537-2123 to sign up or Email Us Be Ready for Summer! Choose from our affordable financing options. Announcing Dr. Furnas’ new podcast- “Skintuition.” From pimples to wrinkles, learn everything you wanted to know […]

5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Surgeon for Your Brazilian Butt Lift

A Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is one of the most popular body contouring procedures for creating a shapely, well-proportioned silhouette. Personalized to each patient, a BBL uses a specialized fat transfer technique and is ideal for achieving a subtle boost to your backside or creating voluptuous curves that will look […]

Do I need a mini or full facelift?

Thinking about facial rejuvenation? With the variety of procedures under the “facelift” umbrella, you are wise to learn about your full range of options! Surgical facelifts are known for turning back the clock about a decade, but there are also mini facelifts and other variations for those who want a […]

February 2023 Newsletter

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Saline vs. Silicone Breast Implants

If you’re considering breast augmentation in Santa Rosa, you’ve probably wondered about your breast implant options. There are two primary classes of breast implants available: saline and silicone. Both are FDA-approved, have strong safety records, and can achieve natural-looking breast augmentation results. Each implant type comes in a wide range […]

December 2022 Newsletter

DAXXIFY HAS LANDED ! We’re excited to be one of the first practices nationwide to introduce Daxxify by Revance, a new longer-acting neuromodulator. Like Botox or Dysport but with longer-lasting results! “A LOOK THAT LASTS” DAXXIFY FUN FACTS –Daxxify may last up to twice as long as conventional frown line […]

Mommy Makeover Recovery: Your Complete Timeline

If you are a mom considering restoring your confidence with a mommy makeover, then the timeline for recovery is front of mind: Who will drive the kids to practice? How long will you need help? While mommy makeover recovery is said to take an average of 4-6 weeks, you’ll hit […]

How to Get The Most Natural-Looking Breast Augmentation Results

For some time, Santa Rosa plastic surgery patients have shied away from dramatic boosts to their bustline and have opted for more natural-looking breast augmentation. A conservative approach to breast augmentation achieves improved contours without inhibiting an active lifestyle or drawing unwanted attention. A natural breast appearance also ages well […]

Tummy Tuck FAQ: 7 Questions to Consider Asking at Your Consultation

If you are considering Northern California plastic surgery to tighten your abdomen and sculpt your midsection, a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), may be the perfect procedure. The procedure removes excess skin and fat and helps you reveal a slimmer, more youthful shape; a tummy tuck also offers physical health benefits: it […]

September 2022 Newsletter

Meet Dr. Deepa Bhat! Dr. Bhat completed her 7 year plastic surgery training this past June and has joined us for a year of intensive experience in the field of aesthetic surgery. In addition to being in surgery, Dr. Bhat also will work in Allegro MedSpa, providing Botox, Dysport and […]

July 2022 Newsletter

BECOME AN ALLEGRO VIP CLUB MEMBER AND EARN REWARDS THROUGH YOUR VISITS! WE ARE INTRODUCING ALLEGRO MEDSPA VIP! WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR WAYS TO ADD VALUE TO OUR PATIENTS. BY JOINING OUR ALLEGRO VIP CLUB YOU RECEIVE REWARDS THROUGH YOUR VISITS, GIFTS FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY AND MUCH MORE! IT […]

July 2022 Newsletter

BECOME AN ALLEGRO VIP CLUB MEMBER AND EARN REWARDS THROUGH YOUR VISITS! WE ARE INTRODUCING ALLEGRO MEDSPA VIP! WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING FOR WAYS TO ADD VALUE TO OUR PATIENTS. BY JOINING OUR ALLEGRO VIP CLUB YOU RECEIVE REWARDS THROUGH YOUR VISITS, GIFTS FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY AND MUCH MORE! IT […]

June 2022 Newsletter

5 FUN FACTS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT DR. CANALES AND 5 TREATMENTS DAD MAY ENJOY! Dr. Canales was born in Mexico, but grew up in Puerto Rico. His mother was Mexican and his father Puerto Rican. Dr. Canales has 2 brothers and one 1 sister. His father was the first […]

April 2022 Newsletter

Meet Ashley DesLauriers, Practice Manager! The best thing about working for PSA/AMS is… our team! Working alongside strong, intelligent, motivated women and physicians is truly inspiring. Knowing everyone is working just as hard as the other to give our patients the best experience and always put a smile on my […]

April 2022 Newsletter

Meet Ashley DesLauriers, Practice Manager! The best thing about working for PSA/AMS is… our team! Working alongside strong, intelligent, motivated women and physicians is truly inspiring. Knowing everyone is working just as hard as the other to give our patients the best experience and always put a smile on my […]

March 2022 Newsletter

Welcome New Aesthetician Jennifer Burton! Jennifer Burton, Licensed Aesthetician has joined our team! Jennifer teams up with Lisa Murray, giving us a dynamic duo for maintaining your beautiful skin. She is a recent transplant from Southern California, where she had extensive experience working in Orange County. She is passionate about […]

Which is the Best Facelift Method for Me?

We all age differently, so what makes the facelift so great is that it can be tailored to your specific aesthetic needs. However, if you’re considering facial rejuvenation surgery, you might be wondering which of the techniques is the best facelift method for you. At Plastic Surgery Associates in Northern […]

All About the Brow Lift | Everything You Need to Know Before Your Browplasty Surgery in Santa Rosa

There’s nothing worse than getting asked why you look so angry all the time, especially when you’re not angry in the slightest! As we get older, our skin elasticity goes down, which can cause our eyebrows to droop, making us look angry, tired, or just worn down. Luckily, Dr. Francisco […]

All About the Facelift | A Comprehensive Guide to Your Facelift Surgery in Santa Rosa

Age affects all of us, but sometimes it changes the body in ways that don’t line up with how we feel on the inside. If you are frustrated by the aged appearance of your face and are ready to look as young as you feel, then you may be an […]

February 2022 Newsletter

Intimate Wellness Solutions for Women and Men CLIOVANA (FOR WOMEN) AND PRECISION ED (FOR MEN ED , ARE NON-SURGICAL ACOUSTIC SOUND WAVE TREATMENTS TO IMPROVE SEXUAL WELLNESS AND INTIMACY. CURIOUS AS TO HOW THEY WORK? REGISTER FOR OUR “FROM HOME,” COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATIONAL WEBINAR ON FEBRUARY 10, 2022 AT 6 […]

February 2022 Newsletter

Intimate Wellness Solutions for Women and Men CLIOVANA (FOR WOMEN) AND PRECISION ED (FOR MEN ED , ARE NON-SURGICAL ACOUSTIC SOUND WAVE TREATMENTS TO IMPROVE SEXUAL WELLNESS AND INTIMACY. CURIOUS AS TO HOW THEY WORK? REGISTER FOR OUR “FROM HOME,” COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATIONAL WEBINAR ON FEBRUARY 10, 2022 AT 6 […]

Nonsurgical vs Surgical Procedures: What’s the Difference?

The board-certified plastic surgeons at Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa perform surgical beauty treatments for patients from Northern California and beyond. Plastic surgery supports and is supported by nonsurgical beauty treatments like those offered at our Allegro Medspa of Santa Rosa. We hear a lot of commentary on nonsurgical […]

Santa Rosa’s top plastic surgery procedures in 2022

As one of the top plastic surgery practices in California and beyond, patients come through our doors seeking a variety of surgical beauty treatments from our board-certified plastic surgeons. More than 15 million Americans undergo some kind of cosmetic surgery procedure in the United States each year. Whether reconstructive or […]

Plastic Surgery Aesthetics: Surgical and Nonsurgical Beauty Treatments in Santa Rosa

The board-certified plastic surgeons at Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa perform hundreds of surgical beauty treatments for patients from Northern California and beyond every year. In the US alone, more than 15 million Americans undergo some kind of cosmetic surgery procedure each year. Whether reconstructive or for aesthetic reasons, […]

January 2022 Newsletter

EmsulptNeo: “20,000 Crunches in 30 minutes!” See Claim Offer At End of Newsletter Meet Lori Ricci, Marketing Director! The best thing about working for PSA/AMS is… The best thing about working at PSA is being part of an amazing team. We support each other both professionally and personally. Working together […]

What is the Cost of Lipo in Santa Rosa?

Genetics play a huge role in how our bodies carry fat, leaving many of us dissatisfied with the results of our healthy diet and exercise. Fat removal surgery, generally called liposuction, solves this issue for many men and women in Northern California. Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa offers the […]

Where Can I Get Lipo? Answers From the Experts

Don’t let yourself be bothered by areas on your body that don’t respond to exercise or weight loss anymore! Fat removal surgery, generally called liposuction, solves this issue for many men and women in Northern California. Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa offers the most advanced method to effectively eliminate […]

Liposuction in Santa Rosa: The Gold Standard of Body Sculpting

Are you bothered by areas on your body that just don’t respond to exercise or weight loss? Genetics plays a huge role in how our bodies carry fat. Many people don’t feel entirely confident in how they look when a part of their body just doesn’t seem to fit. When […]

Rhinoplasty: What Does a Nose Job Cost?

If you’ve ever considered a rhinoplasty, you’ve probably wondered about nose job costs. Many patients we see at Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa are concerned about getting a deal on their treatment. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, plastic surgeons in the United States perform nearly 220,000 […]

The Best Rhinoplasty in the Bay Area

If you’re searching for the “best rhinoplasty in the Bay Area,” that search is over 😉 Dr. Francisco Canales and Dr. Heather Furnas are experienced Bay Area plastic surgeons who perform rhinoplasty surgery using a conservative approach to allow for soft and natural results. Cosmetic nose surgery at Plastic Surgery […]

Get the Confidence you Deserve with the Best Rhinoplasty Near You

If you’re searching for “rhinoplasty near me,” you are certainly not alone. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, plastic surgeons in the United States perform nearly 220,000 rhinoplasties each year. A rhinoplasty, commonly called a nose job or cosmetic nose surgery, is an aesthetic procedure used to change […]

November 2021 Newsletter

Join us for a day of fun, music, gifts and amazing raffles! These specials only happen 1 time a year – you won’t want to miss it! Call now to reserve your Botox appointment on 11/11/21! Deposits on packages are now being accepted! (707) 537-2123‬ Absolute Best Gift Certificate – […]

What are the Types of Facelifts Available in Santa Rosa?

Nothing creates a more dramatically youthful appearance than facelift surgery. Plastic Surgery Associates surgeons Drs. Francisco Canales and Heather Furnas perform a full spectrum of facial surgical treatments across Northern California. Facelift surgery in Santa Rosa focuses on distinct areas to tighten loose or hanging facial skin, creating a more […]

A Bright New World with Eyelid Surgery in Santa Rosa

A person’s eyes are a beautiful facial feature that deserve to be visible, but sometimes excessive skin around the eyes makes you look tired, can be unflattering, and can even impede vision. Blepharoplasty, or an eyelid surgery, can be performed alone or in conjunction with a facelift surgery in Santa […]

Look the Way You Feel with Facelift Surgery in Santa Rosa

Nothing creates a more dramatically youthful appearance than facelift surgery. Plastic Surgery Associates surgeons Drs. Francisco Canales and Heather Furnas perform a full spectrum of facial surgical treatments for patients across Northern California. Facelift surgery in Santa Rosa focuses on distinct areas to tighten loose or hanging facial skin, creating […]

October 2021 Newsletter

Coffee Break with Jasmine Robledo, Allegro MedSpa Front Office Coordinator 1.The Best thing about working for PSA/AMS is…….my work family. We are the best team! Having the right support in the workforce is important to me. Working with highly motivated, beautiful ladies motivates me to work harder and be the […]

Lasting Results for a Fuller Bottom with BBL in Santa Rosa

A surgery known as the Brazilian butt lift (BBL) has become one of the fastest growing cosmetic surgeries in the U.S. It continues to be in widespread demand among both women and men. With years of training, experience, and learned skill, plastic surgeons Drs. Canales, Culbertson, and Furnas can craft […]

The Best Body Weight for BBL in Santa Rosa

A surgery known as the Brazilian butt lift (BBL) has become one of the fastest growing cosmetic surgeries in the U.S. Surgeons need an artistic eye and steady hand to perfect this body contouring surgery. With years of training, experience, and learned skill, plastic surgeons Drs. Canales, Culbertson, and Furnas […]

Balance Your Contours with a Brazilian Butt Lift in Santa Rosa

A procedure known as the Brazilian butt lift (BBL) has become one of the fastest growing cosmetic surgeries in the U.S. It continues to be in widespread demand among both women and men. Surgeons need an artistic eye and steady hand to perfect this body contouring surgery. With years of […]

August 2021 Newsletter

New to Sonoma County and Only at Allegro Medspa: Scarlet SRF and Agnes RF The latest in non-surgical skin tightening of the neck, face and body! Scarlet SRF targets: FACIAL SKIN TIGHTENING & LIFTING DOUBLE CHIN NECK REJUVENATION BODY SKIN TIGHTENING SCALP SKIN TIGHTENING And is clinically proven to improve: […]

What Types of Procedures Are Included in Mommy Makeovers?

What is included in a mommy makeover? Well, that depends on you. A variety of procedures can be paired together in any mommy makeover. These are thoroughly customized surgical packages designed to alleviate your specific concerns with your post-baby body. The most popular treatments for mommy makeovers at Plastic Surgery […]

Worth It or Not: Mommy Makeovers in Northern California

Motherhood and childbirth are transformative, life changing experiences. Throughout pregnancy, a woman’s body goes through many physical and hormonal changes. Many of these changes reverse, but some, like muscle separation of the rectus muscle, never quite return to their pre-baby state. If, after time and exercise, a woman wants to […]

Mommy Makeovers: It’s Time to Take Back Your Body

Motherhood and childbirth are transformative, life changing experiences. Throughout pregnancy, a woman’s body goes through many physical and hormonal changes. Many of these changes reverse, but some, like muscle separation of the rectus muscle, never quite return to their pre-baby state. If, after time and exercise, a woman wants to […]

July 2021 Newsletter

COFFEE BREAK WITH AESTHETICIAN LISA MURRAY The best thing about working at PSA/AMS is……the endless support from colleagues. This practice works as a team on every level, from the administration to the medspa and to plastic surgery. We are an all- encompassing practice and every one of the practitioners shares […]

Achieve Your Ideal Look: Breast Augmentation Near You in Northern California

Breast augmentation, breast implants, boob jobs—everyone knows what it means. Breast augmentation has been one of the most popular and successful plastic surgery procedures for decades. Find the most skilled surgeons for breast augmentation near you at Plastic Surgery Associates in Sonoma and Marin counties. Read on for our guide […]

June 2021 Newsletter

COFFEE BREAK WITH DR. PACO CANALES The best thing about working at PSA/AMS is the esprit de corps of our team. A day at work doesn’t seem like work because everyone is so talented at their job, and they project an upbeat mood to our patients. Patients notice and appreciate […]

May 2021 Newsletter

May Happenings at Allegro Microneedling with Radiofrequency Our Featured Treatment for the Month As we get ready for the joy of summer, the team at Allegro MedSpa are thinking about the best treatments for summertime skin! We have a remarkable tool called microneedling with radiofrequency that will give you plump, […]

Mothers Day Newsletter 2021

COFFEE BREAK WITH DR. HEATHER FURNAS The best thing about working for PSA/AMS is the team. We have a group of talented, caring people who work together to help each other out. Patients constantly tell me how much they love the staff. We love the compliments, of course, and if […]

April 2021 Newsletter

April Happenings at Allegro This Spring, the team at Allegro MedSpa is thinking a lot about new life, rebirth, and feminine rejuvenation. With our Viveve Treatment, a completely painless and non-surgical process, we can increase collagen formation to tighten the vaginal orifice and we can relieve early urinary incontinence so […]

March 2021 Newsletter

New Cellulite Treatment at Allegro! We are excited to be one of the very few practices in Northern California chosen to debut QwoTM, the first and only FDA-approved injectable for moderate to severe cellulite in the buttocks of adult women. It is thought that QwoTM works in 3 ways: releasing […]

February 2021 Newsletter

What body part silently expresses speech, kisses loved ones, and contains savory morsels as we chew? Our lips! As Valentine’s Day approaches, people look for ways to plump, smooth, and shape them to give them a boost when facing the world. Fortunately, we have some great options! The Lip Flip: […]

January 2021 Newsletter

Dr. Culbertson’s credentials are sterling: aesthetic specialty training at the top-ranked University of Texas Southwestern, plastic surgery at UCLA, and general surgery at the University of Michigan. He moved to Santa Rosa with his wife and two sons in 2017 and quickly integrated into Sonoma County life. He is thecurrent […]

Tummy Tuck Versus Liposuction

Patients with extra padding of the tummy, loose skin, and separated muscles want the easiest, least expensive procedure to reach their goals. Totally understandable. “I just want liposuction.” “Can’t you just do a mini tummy tuck?” “I don’t want a full tummy tuck!” But if liposuction and mini tummy tucks […]

The Game-Changing, Noninvasive Treatment for Female Stress Incontinence

Female incontinence is an extremely common problem, however, the disorder is rarely talked about in the open. Shame and embarrassment keep most women from sharing the issue of urine leakage with their family or friends, especially when they feel far too young to be having ‘accidents’. Plastic Surgery Associates’ Dr. […]

July 2020 Newsletter

Live In Marin County? Need Aesthetician Services? The Marin County Health Officer has not yet given a green light to aesthetician services in Marin. But we are happy to see you in our flagship Santa Rosa office! No need to wait to regain your beautiful glow. Email us for an […]

June 2020 Newsletter

Hello Allegro and PSA Family, We did it!! Our doors are open and we welcome you back for surgery, Botox, fillers and lasers. We have new and expanded hours for your convenience, and all of our staff is back to say hello and make a smooth transition! For Allegro appointments […]

May 2020 Newsletter

Hello Allegro and PSA Family, Medical appointments with our RNs, NPs, PAs and MDs are now open, but we have NEW PROCEDURES AND RULES to best serve you and keep you all safe. Please read the following advisories carefully and review before your appointment: Contact-Free Payment We will have contact-free […]

April 2020 Newsletter

Before your appointment- Please fill outall necessary paperwork and Covid screening questionnaires that are sent to you via email or online. This applies to all patients, new and existing. Curbside check-in- Please wait in your vehicle. As soon as you arrive in the parking lot, please let us know you […]

March 2020 Newsletter

Hello Allegro and PSA Family, Medical appointments with our RNs, NPs, PAs and MDs are now open, but we have NEW PROCEDURES AND RULES to best serve you and keep you all safe. Please read the following advisories carefully and review before your appointment: Contact-Free Payment We will have contact-free […]

March 2020 Newsletter COVID Update

Temporary closure due to Covid-19 To all of our cherished PSA/Allegro clients, patients and friends In support of the just-announced shelter-in-place for 6 Bay Area counties, and recognizing that we have both staff and patients who live in some of the affected counties, we have made the decision to temporarily […]

January 2022 Newsletter

EmsulptNeo: “20,000 Crunches in 30 minutes!” See Claim Offer At End of Newsletter Meet Lori Ricci, Marketing Director! The best thing about working for PSA/AMS is… The best thing about working at PSA is being part of an amazing team. We support each other both professionally and personally. Working together […]

Top 5 Reasons Why You Can’t Miss Black Thursday 2018

The event of the year is less than two weeks away! 2018 Black Thursday is going to be full of more fun, delicious food, deep discounts, amazing prizes, pampering products, live demonstrations, and sensational special guests than ever before! After everything you do for others during the Thanksgiving and Christmas […]

Lip Lifts: Something to Smile About

When it comes to the desire for plump lips, lip injections have been the top procedure, providing an option that is both mainstream and affordable. Achieving lips you will feel confident about has never been easier, thanks to the popularity of lip injections as the go-to procedure to easily enhance […]

Breast Augmentation: What To Expect and 10 Tips for Success

More than 310,000 breast augmentation procedures were performed in the United States last year. Many women find an increase in their confidence when they can achieve their goals of volume and shape restoration through breast augmentation. However, many women still find themselves reluctant to commit to the surgical procedure, even […]

Behind the Doors of Our Family-Friendly Practice

Working for an aesthetic medical practice certainly has its benefits, like testing new products or treatments, ‘lunch and learns’, and helping patients feel confident in their own bodies. One of the less-obvious perks at our practice is our family-friendly culture. Over 65% of our team members are parents, many with […]

In Search of The Perfect Scar After Plastic Surgery

Once you have decided to have a plastic surgery procedure, the natural question is: “what can I do to minimize scarring?” There are many answers to that question but, first, let’s review the factors that determine the fate of a scar. DNA: your genetics play a factor in what kind […]

Labiaplasty in San Francisco Bay Area

Women have discovered that their concerns over the length of their labia minora are much more common than previously thought. Long labia minora can get tangled in underwear, can be painful and can get twisted during intercourse. Labiaplasty has emerged as a procedure that has a high satisfaction rate and […]

What’s new in Vaginal Rejuvenation?

For the past five years one of the fastest- growing fields in plastic surgery is that of female genital plastic surgery. With access to the internet, women have become more informed of the options available to them. Labiaplasty (surgical treatment of the labia minora) has surged in popularity as long […]

Treating Normal Changes in the Labia Majora

As women, we expect to see changes in our body over the years. Our skin may lose elasticity and sag, wrinkles form, and isolated pockets of stubborn fat appear. Although these changes are frustrating, they are generally anticipated. Unfortunately, one change that can be surprising, and therefore intimidating, is a […]

Treatments to Combat Vaginal Laxity

Most women are taught that Kegel exercises are the key to keeping the vagina tight through the years after giving birth. Unfortunately, few people discuss the impact on quality of life that that many women experience from vaginal laxity. In fact, there is no definitive evidence that Kegel are effect […]

The neck’s best option: Kybella, Coolsculpting, Liposuction or Neck Lift

We all know the patients: they walk in and hold their neck while saying “this double-chin is the only thing I care about.” To our patients it seems simple enough. But to those of us who review the options on a daily basis, there is much more to the neck […]

Breast Implant Comparison: Round vs Shaped

Does the shape of breast implants make a difference in the result of a breast augmentation? Factors Impacting Breast Augmentation Results There are many factors that impact the final look and shape of augmented breasts: original breast size, breast shape, thickness of tissue, elasticity of tissue, symmetry, rib contours, history […]

Tummy Tuck Basics

As I stepped into an exam room to see a post-operative patient last week, I noticed her smile as broad as the keys of a grand piano. She wasn’t just happy; she was excited. Could it be the tummy tuck she’d had a few weeks before? “Doc, I gotta show […]

5 QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE HAVING BREAST AUGMENTATION

Contents1 1.Is your surgeon a Board-certified Plastic Surgeon?2 2. Is the surgical facility your surgeon uses certified by a national agency?3 3. What size and shape breast implant should I choose?4 4. How long does recuperation from breast augmentation take?5 5. How long do breast implants last? 1.Is your surgeon […]

Plastic Surgery, Right or Wrong?

A 23-year-old woman who’d wanted a breast augmentation for years was upset because her parents opposed her surgery. “I wish you loved your body the way it is,” “That’s so superficial,” “You’ll regret it!” they said. She was living with them while she built a house, so their lack of […]

The Plastic Surgery Team

Contents1 A Team Sport2 The Anesthesiologist3 The Scrub Tech (Scrub Nurse)4 The Circulator5 The Recovery Room Nurse6 The Surgeon7 The Caretaker8 The Flow A Team Sport Plastic surgery isn’t a single-person endeavor. While the plastic surgeon is the one planning the operation and holding the scalpel, it takes a team […]

Labiaplasty Basics

Labiaplasty surgery is controversial, though the kerfuffle is slowly subsiding. Physicians, including gynecologists, feared that women were influenced by pornography. They emphasized to their patients that they were normal the way they were. Which they were. But normal isn’t always pleasant or comfortable. Contents1 Why Get a Labiaplasty?2 Who gets […]

Surgery on Tissue Paper Won’t Create Lycra

The quality of a plastic surgical result is impacted by two major factors: the surgeon’s skills the patient, specifically her anatomy, tissue tone, genetic scar potential, age’s effect on tissue atropy, health, and compliance with instructions. The patient’s satisfaction with the surgical result is impacted by two major factors: the […]

Learning Sunscreen Basics in an Elevator

“You have a tan,” my professor noted as I joined him in the hospital elevator. I was a fourth-year medical student at UCLA enjoying two glorious weeks of a nonsurgical rotation. With easy eight-hour days and free weekends, I was cycling, running, and swimming…and getting a tan. During my previous […]

A Breast Augmentation Patient’s Experience

What is it like to go through a breast augmentation? One of my patients, a woman in her twenties, generously offered to share her experience. Below is her story in italics and some comments of my own. Contents1 “Why I Wanted a Breast Augmentation”2 “How I Chose My Plastic Surgeon”3 […]

Cosmetic Surgery Pearls from Vegas

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas. Except at the annual Vegas Cosmetic Surgery meeting. What happens there? Teaching, learning, examining the newest technology, and discussing trends with colleagues. The Vegas Cosmetic Surgery meeting was unique because it united all four core cosmetic specialties: Plastic Surgery, Facial Plastic Surgery, Oculoplasty […]

Plastic Surgery: Staying at the Top of Our Game

Dr. Canales and I spent a week in Montreal attending a meeting. In this high tech world of online conferences, webinars, videos, and smart phones, why would we fly all the way to Montreal for a conference? After all, it’s easier to share ideas, learn about new surgical techniques, and […]

When Family Objects to Plastic Surgery

Contents1 Plastic Surgery: Right or Wrong2 “Accept Yourself!”3 What the Opponents Don’t Know4 The Impact of Not Having Plastic Surgery Plastic Surgery: Right or Wrong A 23-year-old woman who wanted a breast augmentation recently wrote Dear Abby(1). She’d wanted surgery for years and could finally afford it. As a teacher, […]

A Race for Raquel

A great scrub technician performs an operation in her head so she can have the next instrument ready before the surgeon asks for it. Not long after she finished training, Raquel began working as a surgical tech in our operating room. She didn’t say much at first, but she did […]

Saline Breast Implants and Deflation

Years ago when patients said, “I want the safe breast implant,” my husband and I knew what they meant. Saline. Saline implants weren’t perfect. They rippled, they were heavy, and they felt like plastic bags filled with water (because they were). But they were filled with IV saline, a substance […]

A Most Special Patient

A few months ago a patient came in for a consultation. After I’d spent the allotted appointment time discussing her concerns, she pulled out three pages of “ask-your-plastic-surgeon” questions she’d found from a Google search. She began reading. I had other patients waiting, so I tried politely, but ineptly, to […]

Are Selfies Driving Plastic Surgery?

For the past few months the media has been twittering and gasping about the explosion of patients seeking plastic surgery… to look better for their selfies. Yes, selfies. According to the International Business Times(1), “the selfies that dominate Facebook, Twitter and Instagram profiles have created demand for new procedures and […]

Inside Plastic Surgery Associates

On a sparkling, sun-drenched Friday, Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa closed its doors and gathered off-site for its Second Annual Strategic Planning Event. Such meetings may be common for many businesses, but they’re rare among plastic surgery practices. I’ll admit that as my husband and I scheduled our First […]

A Labiaplasty Patient’s Journal

Contents1 Why I Wanted a Labiaplasty2 Prepping for Labiaplasty with Local Anesthesia3 What My Labiaplasty Surgery Was Like4 Arriving Home Right after Surgery5 How to Go to the Bathroom!6 Day 1 after Labiaplasty7 Day 28 Day 39 Day 610 Day 811 Day 1012 Week 313 Week 514 Week 615 Week […]

10 Ways To Prepare for Your Plastic Surgery

Preparing for plastic surgery can be scary, whether you’re the patient or the caregiver. The following 10 tips are meant to augment (not replace) your plastic surgeon’s information to make your surgery and recovery flow smoothly. The better prepared you are, the more likely you’ll be happy with your outcome. […]

About The Donut Mastopexy

Guess which tool plastic surgeons use when performing a donut mastopexy: A) A rolling pin B) A flour sifter C) A cookie cutter D) None of the above Believe it or not, the answer is C! We truly do use a cookie cutter, or at least that what it’s called […]

Local Anesthesia and Plastic Surgery

An increasing number patients ask to have their surgery done with local anesthesia “because it’s safer.” This correlates with the increasing number of doctors who aren’t plastic surgeons but who perform cosmetic surgery learned at weekend courses taught by other non-plastic surgeons. The main selling point for their practice is […]

Favorite Skincare Products of Our Plastic Surgery Staff

Ever since the ancient Egyptians lined their eyes with kohl not only to look more beautiful, but to protect against eye infections and evil spirits, humans have sought healing powers from skincare products. Even today plastic surgeons who achieve wonderful transformations with their scalpels, lasers, and sutures can’t do everything. […]

Plastic Surgery: The First Step

Contents1 The Plastic Surgeon’s Responsibility2 The Patient’s Responsibility3 Broken Hearted after Breast Reduction4 How Patients Can Help the Plastic Surgeon5 Plastic Surgery Communication Flows Both Ways The Plastic Surgeon’s Responsibility A plastic surgeon bears a lot of responsibility, from planning the operation and educating the patient to providing a safe […]

Tummy Tucks Just Got Better!

One of our most popular operations is a tummy tuck, officially known as an “abdominoplasty,” and recent advances, like having no drains after surgery, have been met with cheers from our patients. Tummy tucks can be done as part of a mommy makeover, or they can be done as a […]

Plastic Surgery Training Day

We love training days, like the one we had today. As plastic surgeons, we attend conferences and courses to learn about new techniques, new products, and new technology, but we also arrange outside training and education for our staff. So periodically we get together as a group to discuss the […]

The Typical Plastic Surgery Patient

Who Is the Typical Plastic Surgery Patient? The unfussy 55-year-old woman in my last post wouldn’t make it onto a gossipy social media feed or into a reality T.V. show, so you might assume she was an atypical facelift patient. She herself never thought she’d have plastic surgery. In fact, […]

Top 5 Cosmetic Procedures in the USA

Every year our specialty society, The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), issues their annual statistics on Cosmetic Surgery in the US. Of course, our practice is a little different, with labiaplasty and facelift ranking high, but we also do a lot America’s top five procedures. So what are […]

Plastic Surgery On The Cheap

We received a phone call today from a distraught new patient. She had breast augmentation one month ago and traveled two hours from our city to the surgeon of her choice. The reason she was willing to travel so far was not the quality of the work, nor the reputation […]

The No-Drain Tummy Tuck

What is the best way to get rid of hanging tummy skin after weight loss? a) Exercise b) Special skin creams c) Tummy tuck surgery with drains d) Tummy tuck surgery with no drains The answer is “d.” (We wish exercise or special creams were effective!) The more we do […]

Breast Implant Wars: Why Silicone Gel is Winning

When we perform a breast augmentation, we can use either silicone gel or saline implants. There was a time when we used saline implants almost exclusively, but not anymore. Why? If you ask patients with deflated saline implants, like the two we saw in our Santa Rosa office this week, […]

“I Never Thought I’d Have Plastic Surgery!”

When I was just starting out in practice, a 55-year-old woman came in for a consultation. Before I knocked on the exam room door, I reviewed her chart, which indicated that she’d driven a long distance to see me, and that she was interested in a facelift. As I walked […]

Mons Pubis Reduction

Many women are embarrassed about a prominent mons, but they don’t even know what to ask about. Most of our mons patients come in telling us they are embarrassed to wear a bathing suit or tight pants because they fill the area out like a boy. So what is a […]

Nipple Reduction

Although infrequently mentioned in the lay press and media, prominent nipples are in fact common. Occurring most commonly in Asians, but also in other races, they can be uncomfortable and painful. Women with prominent nipples may restrict their choice of bathing suits and clothing to avoid embarrassment. The prominent nipple […]

Arm Lifts Soar in Popularity

Arm lifts have grown in popularity over the past few years, with an increase of 4000% since the year 2000. Driven mostly by patients who have lost massive amounts of weight, the procedure has received a shot in the arm by celebrities’ sleeveless physiques (hello, Michelle Obama!). Known affectionately as […]

Plastic Surgery, Confidence, and Leaning In

Just a few weeks ago, Lon, our chief operating officer, graduated with an Executive MBA from Sonoma State University. While working hard for Plastic Surgery Associates and Allegro MedSpa, she pushed herself and opened new horizons by tackling an advanced degree. My good friend, Marcy Smothers, having had no previous […]

Safety and Plastic Surgery

How do you choose a plastic surgeon? Some people know the important things to look for, and others look for the wrong things. Read on to find out the right and wrong things to look for. “I look for board certification.” That’s a great idea, but patients aren’t always aware […]

Breast Revision and Secondary Breast Augmentation

Lately we have been seeing more and more patients who have had breast enhancement surgery done elsewhere, and they come to us to address a problem or a concern. We love caring for these patients because the surgery is challenging, results are rewarding, and the patients, who have lived with […]

Enter Sientra Breast Implants

There’s a new breast implant on the block that you might start hearing more about. Its name is Sientra. Although patients don’t go shopping for breast implants themselves, being well-informed about any procedure under consideration is important. That includes learning about breast implants when considering breast augmentation. What Sientra brings […]

In the neck of time: Sidelaze and other neck tightening tricks.

When we are young, most of us don’t give our necks a thought. Our faces, yes; other body parts, yes; but our necks are insignificant in our lives. But after years of exposure to gravity, suddenly the neck becomes the central focus of our attention as we see the sagging […]

Stress-free Wedding Planning

It was the moment I had dreamed about, and I answered him, “Yes!” Feelings of excitement and joy took over and I forgot where I was standing. We were finally engaged. Not much time passed before these thoughts faded, and my mind filled with others: I have to plan a […]

The Fine Art of Scars

A scar is like a brush stroke of paint. Some scars are like Leonardo Da Vinci strokes: small and barely visible, they blend into the surrounding landscape. Others are like Vincent Van Gogh strokes: broad, raised, and colorful, they attract attention. While Vincent Van Gogh’s paintings sell for millions of […]

Surgeons Warn Against Premature Breast Augmentation

In response to Denise Richards saying she wishes she hadn’t had breast enhancement at 19, the surgeons at Plastic Surgery Associates, who perform breast augmentation in Marin County, talk about the appropriate age for such a procedure. Santa Rosa, California (December 2011) – Denise Richards’ blog is a great springboard […]

Eye Candy for the Eyes

“I’m tired of looking tired when I’m not, but I don’t want to look like a deer in the headlights!” People seeking to improve the bags under their eyes and the sagging skin and puffiness of their upper lids want to look better, but they still want to look natural. […]

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Nonsurgical vs Surgical Procedures: What’s the Difference?

Santa Rosa’s top plastic surgery procedures in 2022

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What is the Cost of Lipo in Santa Rosa?

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The Best Rhinoplasty in the Bay Area

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What are the Types of Facelifts Available in Santa Rosa?

A Bright New World with Eyelid Surgery in Santa Rosa

Look the Way You Feel with Facelift Surgery in Santa Rosa

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Lasting Results for a Fuller Bottom with BBL in Santa Rosa

The Best Body Weight for BBL in Santa Rosa

Balance Your Contours with a Brazilian Butt Lift in Santa Rosa

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What Types of Procedures Are Included in Mommy Makeovers?

Worth It or Not: Mommy Makeovers in Northern California

Mommy Makeovers: It’s Time to Take Back Your Body

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Achieve Your Ideal Look: Breast Augmentation Near You in Northern California

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Tummy Tuck Versus Liposuction

The Game-Changing, Noninvasive Treatment for Female Stress Incontinence

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