If you are using BOTOX® Cosmetic to reduce forehead lines but you are still not satisfied with the appearance of the brow and forehead, consider an evaluation for other treatment options. At Beach Cities Plastic Surgery in Torrance, David A. Bray, Jr., MD, a triple board-certified plastic and facial plastic surgeon, evaluates the brow, forehead, […]
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How can a Tummy Tuck Repair Separated Abdominal Muscles?
A belly bulge that does not improve with diet or exercise can be frustrating, especially after pregnancy or major weight changes. For some people, the issue is not only extra fat or skin. Abdominoplasty with David Bray, Jr., MD in Torrance, California, may address separated abdominal muscles along with loose skin and excess tissue. What […]
What Is Implant Malposition After Breast Augmentation?
Breast implants should sit in a position that looks natural for your frame, breast tissue, and surgical goals. When they look too high, too low, too wide, too close together, or no longer aligned with the breast, implant malposition may be the issue. In Torrance, CA, David Bray, Jr., MD brings triple-board-certified surgical training to […]
Can a Facelift and Neck Lift Be Done Together?
Aging rarely affects only one area of the face. When jowls, cheek laxity, neck bands, and loose skin develop together, combining facelift and neck lift surgery may create a more balanced result. David Bray, Jr., MD is a triple-board-certified surgeon in Torrance, CA, with training across plastic surgery, facial plastic surgery, and head and neck surgery. Why the Face […]
What Should Men Know About Gynecomastia Surgery Recovery?
Gynecomastia treatment involves reducing excess male breast tissue. David Bray, Jr., MD brings triple-board-certified surgical training to male breast reduction planning, including certifications in plastic surgery, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. What Happens Right After Gynecomastia Surgery? Gynecomastia surgery may involve removing excess glandular breast tissue, fat, or both. In […]
Can a Mommy Makeover Fix a C-Section Scar?
At his practice in Torrance, Dr. David Bray, Jr. sees many patients looking to address lingering post-pregnancy changes—particularly contour issues involving the abdomen. For patients with a C-section scar excess skin remaining after pregnancy may hang over the scar appearing like a pouch or shelf. This concern is one of the reasons women consider a mommy makeover, which […]
Can I Avoid My Breasts Looking Smaller After a Breast Lift?
Many women considering a breast lift are concerned about the final size of their breasts. Some patients would like the same size while others prefer to reduce or increase size. Discussing size preference is an important part of the initial breast lift consultation. In his Torrance practice, Dr. David Bray, Jr., takes the time to explain what a […]
Considerations in rejuvenation of Asian upper eyelids
Traditional upper eyelid surgery can reduce excess skin of the upper eyelid helping you look more alert, rejuvenated, and refreshed. Upper eyelid surgery should be customized to each patient’s goals and unique anatomical features. This is certainly the case when managing the upper eyelids for patients of East and Southeast Asian descent. At his Torrance, California, practice, Dr. […]
Can Previous Facial Fillers Affect Facelift Results?
Facial fillers have long been a trusted, non-surgical solution for restoring youthful volume. Yet for some patients, the time eventually comes to consider a facelift to address deeper tissue laxity that fillers alone can’t correct. One common question Dr. David Bray, Jr., receives in our Torrance, CA, practice is whether previous filler treatments can affect the outcome of […]
How to Evaluate Plastic Surgery Before-and-After Photos Like a Pro
Whether it’s a facelift, tummy tuck, breast augmentation, or another surgery, before-and-after photos are one of the most valuable tools for patients considering plastic surgery. They give you a glimpse of your surgeon’s skill, and help you establish realistic expectations of what may be possible for your own procedure. However, not all before and after photo galleries are the same, and it’s essential to […]
