South Bay Plastic Surgeons
3640 Lomita Boulevard #306
Torrance, CA 90505
Phone: (310) 784-0644
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

The Spa at South Bay Plastic Surgeons
3640 Lomita Boulevard #309
Torrance, CA 90505
Phone: (310) 784-0670
Monday-Friday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.–8 p.m.
Saturday: 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

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Mommy Makeover: Are You the Right Age for It?

March 9, 2019

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

Mother and daughter looking in the mirror after mother's mommy makeover.

Many women wonder if they are the “right” age for a mommy makeover, with some feeling it may be too soon after childbirth and others feeling they may be older than ideal for the surgery. In reality, there is no “right” age. Women considering mommy makeover surgery in the Long Beach or Torrance, CA, areas can trust our knowledgeable plastic surgeons to personalize each procedure to best serve their individual age-related needs and concerns. Whether you’re an older mom or recently had children, there are …

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The Real Cost of Cheap Fillers

February 25, 2019

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

Most of us shop around before making a big purchase, but how do you know you're getting a great deal or just getting scammed? First, consider that a treatment of filler injections is actually a medical procedure. Despite being minimally invasive, complications can still arise when you go to a less qualified provider or choose a facility that's not medically supervised. Steer clear of bargain-basement injections and med spas that offer Groupons or other rock-bottom discounts. Why? Because deep-discounted products can come with a number …

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4 Things to Know Before Your Breast Augmentation

February 8, 2019

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

You've got your doctor selected and your implants picked out—you might have even booked your surgery date—but are you fully prepared for your breast augmentation here in Long Beach? We wanted to use this month's blog post as an opportunity to share some of the lesser-known effects of breast augmentation, so that you can plan ahead and know exactly what to expect. You'll probably need another surgery. Not right away, though. It's a good idea to consider the fact that breast implants don't last forever …

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Have a Lower Belly Pooch? It’s Called a Panniculus & You Can’t Remove It By Working Out

January 21, 2019

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

Woman doing sit ups and trying to lose belly pooch (model)

You might know it by another name—a pooch, a pouch, or even the tasteless FUPA. But this bothersome bulge has a technical name: panniculus. When loose skin is to blame for that particular bulge or area of discomfort, no amount of working out or crash dieting will solve the problem. Instead, the only solution is removal via surgery—usually a panniculectomy and/or a tummy tuck. What causes a lower belly pooch? A panniculus is defined as the apron of sagging skin (and sometimes a bit of …

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Unexpected Uses for Fillers

January 10, 2019

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

By now, you already know what injectable fillers can do for your face. These products are so well-loved for their ability to reduce wrinkles on the face that they're often called "facial fillers" here in Manhattan Beach. But injectable fillers can do a lot more than just even out nasolabial folds. Let's take a look at some of their more uncommon indications. Earlobe Repair When we age, we often see and feel it in unexpected areas. Take, for example, the earlobes. Although you may not …

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Unwanted Fat or Sagging Skin? Your Best Options for Each

December 27, 2018

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

When it comes to contouring your body, it can be difficult to know where to start—especially if you're not sure whether your concern is caused by excess skin or excess fat. Although both issues are common, they're often treated in very different ways. In some cases, nonsurgical treatments are good options. In other cases, a surgical option such as liposuction is your best bet to address unwanted fat. At our Manhattan Beach-area practice, we know that understanding the cause of your problem area is key …

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Getting Back to Mom Life After Mommy Makeover

December 7, 2018

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

Mother playing with daughter after mommy makeover

"Mommy" is definitely the operative word in a "mommy makeover." If you're a mom considering this transformative surgery, you don't need us to tell you that you have a wealth of responsibilities and obligations every day, which can make it tough to plan a major surgery. But knowledge is power—and knowing what to expect after your own mommy makeover near Long Beach can help you plan accordingly and give yourself a smooth, uneventful recuperation. Feather Your Nest Because you'll need to stay close to home …

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Choosing the Right Breast Implants—It’s About More Than Size

August 17, 2018

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

Woman with beautiful figure wearing strapless top and jeans sitting on a stool smiling (model)

*September 20, 2023, This post has been updated to reflect the most accurate information After hours of browsing before-and-after photos and celebrity bikini pictures, you have a good idea about the desired outcome of your . Despite this meticulous research, picking the right size and type of breast implant can still feel overwhelming for women from Manhattan Beach to Newport Beach who come to South Bay Plastic Surgeons. Fortunately, we’re here to guide you. Keep reading to learn why size isn’t the only consideration for …

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VASERlipo®: A Gentle Liposuction Alternative

July 15, 2018

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

VASERlipo® at South Bay Plastic Surgeons

Multiple liposuction techniques are available these days, making your choice more complicated than simply deciding to get the procedure. Traditional manual liposuction remains an effective option for many patients, but South Bay Plastic Surgeons is excited to now offer VASERlipo, a gentler and versatile alternative for fat reduction. Women and men considering liposuction from throughout the Los Angeles area, including Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, and Hermosa Beach, can now travel to our practice in Torrance to have VASERlipo performed. What Is VASERlipo? VASERlipo uses precisely …

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Mommy Makeover- Get that Glow

July 27, 2017

By: South Bay Plastic Surgeons

If I could have the skin of anyone it wouldn’t be JLo (although her glow IS amazing), it would be our esthetician, Erica. She has this gorgeous, clear, vibrant, and silky skin that seems too perfect to be attainable. I met with her for my skin analysis and facial (our New Patient Facial is complimentary for every new client to our spa) and she asked me what my goals were for my skin. I explained that the primary concerns were pore size in my T-zone …

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