Category Archives: Plastic Surgeries

Meet Dr. Alan T. Tran a Plastic Surgeon : at the Plastic Surgery Institute of California


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Dr. Alan T. Tran is a highly skilled and a dedicated plastic surgeon at the Plastic Surgery Institute of California. Dr. Tran is known for his remarkable ability to deliver highly precise plastic surgical results.

Dr. Alan T. Tran completed his undergraduate education at Central State University, Edmond Oklahoma and the President’s and Dean’s List, Alpha Chi Honor Society.

He received a master’s degree in medicine from the University of Oklahoma.Dr. Alan T. Tran accomplished an internship in general surgery at the Phoenix Integrated Surgical Residency.

He then attended a research fellowship atDr. Tran completed his post graduate residency in general surgery and in plastic and reconstructive surgery from the University of Nevada and University of Texas Medical Branch respectively.

Dr. Alan T. Tran also earned a chief residency in general surgery and in plastic and reconstructive surgery from the University of Nevada and University of Texas Medical Branch respectively.  Read more...

Liposuction for the Double Chin Surgery: the Plastic Surgery Institute of California


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Chin is an important feature of the face and contributes to the first impression. A strong chin can help define the rest of the face, while a weak chin will put the rest of the face out of proportion.

It’s unnerving and is an immediately visible facial defect that can be humiliating if left untreated.

With age, the facial skin tends to sag and lose its youthfulness. Liposuction chin surgery is a plastic surgery procedure very effective for eliminating and getting rid of excess fat and loose, sagging skin of the upper neck area.

With the latest micro annular chin liposuction techniques, plastic surgery patients suffer fewer side effects and can return to work faster due to rapid recovery rate.

It is very important to consult a board certified plastic surgeon in order to understand the chin liposuction procedure and to obtain the appropriate results for the plastic surgery.  Read more...

Breast Augmentation/ Augmentation Mammaplasty Philippines: Cosmetic Plastic Surgery


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By: Edwin Paul Magallona, MD

Breast augmentation or augmentation mammaplasty is an aesthetic and cosmetic surgery done to enlarge small, hypoplastic, underdeveloped breasts, performed to balance asymmetric breasts secondary to post mastectomy reconstruction, and provide breast volume to women who have given birth. The operation is usually performed when the breast reaches its mature and final size after puberty at approximately 18 y/o. There are instances however when it can be done earlier such as when one is dealing with congenital breast hypoplasia with significant patient confidence and social issues.

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Knowing the Risks of Plastic Surgery


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Plastic surgery techniques have improved greatly in recent years; however there are still risks involved. If you are considering having plastic surgery, it is important that you understand first what these risks are. More and more people these days are considering plastic surgery, even when they are aware of the risks. Modern surgical innovations have made it a lot safer, however.

The potential risks of plastic surgery are reduced by preparing the patient beforehand for the possible consequences, which also helps them to approach it in a more relaxed manner. The saying ‘no gain without pain’ is particularly apt for these surgical procedures.

It is crucial to the success of your plastic surgery if you choose an expertly qualified surgeon, with an excellent record of successful procedures. The skill of the surgeon is more important in the successful outcome of your surgery than is the use of the latest inventions in the field. You don’t want added risks in your procedure because the surgeon lacks expertise with regard to minimizing risks and recognizing potential dangers.  Read more...