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The Gift of Natural Rejuvenation: Why Fat Grafting Is the Most Romantic Procedure of All

Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love—and also a wonderful reminder to care for ourselves. At Orange County Plastic Surgery,…
February 9, 2026

Liposuction – Not as Simple as it Looks

Liposuction is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures in the world—and also one of the most misunderstood.
February 2, 2026

Feeling as Good as You Look: The Role of Bioidentical Hormone Replacement

For more than 40 years, Dr. Bunkis and I have helped patients achieve the appearance they desire—refreshed, rested, and more…
January 26, 2026

The Psychological Benefits of Plastic Surgery: More Than Skin Deep

This week, I’d like to explore the other side of the equation: the psychological benefits patients often experience when surgery…
January 19, 2026

Mental Blocks to Aesthetic Surgery: What’s Really Holding People Back?

At Orange County Plastic Surgery in Corona Del Mar and Newport Beach, we frequently meet patients who want aesthetic improvement—but…
January 12, 2026

Post-Holiday Rejuvenation: Reversing the Effects of Stress, Sugar & Sun

The holiday season is wonderful—but it can be hard on your skin. Increased stress, disrupted sleep, indulgent diets high in…
January 5, 2026

The Magic of Christmas

The big story this past week, of course, was Christmas. Everywhere we went, Christmas carols played softly in the background,…
December 29, 2025

The Science of Aging: What You Can Control—and What You Can Improve

The good news is that a significant portion of how we age is influenced by daily choices. Sun exposure is…
December 22, 2025

Holiday Timing for Facial Rejuvenation: Why December Books Up Early

For any of you trying to get on our surgical schedule for the remainder of this year, you already know:…
December 15, 2025

What is the Right Age for Facial Rejuvenation

Aside from these factors, there is truly no “right age.” We have helped patients in their 30s and 40s dealing…
December 9, 2025

Why Winter Is the Perfect Time for Facial Rejuvenation

Cooler temperatures help reduce postoperative swelling and make it easier to follow recovery guidelines. Patients naturally spend more time indoors,…
December 1, 2025

Fat Can Make Your Hands Look Younger

Ideal candidates are healthy individuals with visible hand skeletonization or volume loss who desire natural-looking rejuvenation.
November 24, 2025

The Role of Optimism in Healing and Recovery

I learned the importance of optimism, growing up on a dairy farm in Minnesota, while dreaming about becoming a physician.…
November 17, 2025

Otoplasty – Big Results from a Little Procedure

Candidates for otoplasty include anyone with prominent ears, asymmetrical ears, or ears that have lost shape due to trauma or…
November 10, 2025

Body Contouring for Men: It’s Not Just for Women Anymore

Dr. Bunkis and I performed two team surgery body contouring procedures on male patients — one a tummy tuck, the…
November 3, 2025

Abdominoplasty to Turn Back the Clock

I have been performing abdominoplasties for 40 years, and during that time this operation has evolved tremendously.
October 27, 2025

Mastopexy – One Size Does Not Fit All

Having performed breast lift surgery for forty years, I’ve witnessed a remarkable evolution in technique, safety, and recovery. In the…
October 20, 2025

Gynecomastia

Having been in practice for nearly 40 years, I can say that requests for gynecomastia surgery—male breast reduction—are far more…
October 13, 2025

Scarless Breast Reduction

Breast reduction surgery is one of the most satisfying procedures we perform, both for patients and surgeons
October 6, 2025

Facelift Incisions: Why They Matter More Than You Think

When people think of facelifts, they usually imagine lifting and tightening the deeper layers of the face. And yes, under…
September 29, 2025