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It is very common for women to experience certain changes in their vaginal areas that can have a significant impact on their everyday lives. This may occur after pregnancy, childbirth, weight fluctuations, sexual activity, and the natural aging process—or even just from genetics. Because of this, women may suffer from urinary issues and infections, painful intercourse and vaginal discomfort due to dryness, tenderness, and laxity, and/or difficulty exercising.  Fortunately, there are vaginal rejuvenation procedures available... Continue Reading

Motherhood can bring about many changes to the body after pregnancy. Some of these changes can include stretched-out skin in the midsection, abdominal muscles separating throughout pregnancy, and isolated pockets of fat. For many women, reversing these effects can be very difficult to achieve through diet and exercise alone. Surgical intervention may be the next step to consider for effectively correcting these aesthetic concerns and achieving a flatter stomach after having children. Our board-certified plastic... Continue Reading

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and other aspects of raising children can cause significant changes in a woman’s body. It is not uncommon for mothers to want to change their figure immediately after giving birth, especially if they no longer feel themselves in their own bodies. A Mommy Makeover is designed to help women reclaim their pre-baby figure through a comprehensive combination of cosmetic procedures like breast augmentation, liposuction, and others. Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Semira Bayati,... Continue Reading

Liposuction and CoolSculpting® are exceptional options for body contouring, offering both women and men the chance to finally get rid of those stubborn pockets of excess fat that simply won’t respond to diet and exercise. The most important distinction between these two fat reduction procedures is that liposuction requires surgery, while CoolSculpting® is a non-surgical treatment. With this in mind, the option that is more ideal for your particular concerns will ultimately depend on the... Continue Reading

The term “jowls” refers to a collection of loose, excess skin in the lower regions of the face. The development of jowls is extremely common. While this accumulation of sagging skin can be due to factors such as fluctuations in weight and/or a genetic predisposition, it is often simply caused by the natural aging process as the skin begins to lose collagen and elasticity. Jowls can have a significant effect on jawline contours and overall... Continue Reading

We are very proud to announce that the Orange County Medical Association (OCMA) has recognized Dr. Semira Bayati, for the third year in a row, as a 2020 Physician of Excellence in the specialty of Plastic Surgery. In addition, Dr. Bayati will be included in Orange Coast magazine’s 2020 Top Doctors list! These honors are particularly special for Dr. Bayati, as they are based on the feedback and opinions of her colleagues and her patients.... Continue Reading

Editor’s Note: this post has been updated with new information regarding the Allergan recall of BioCell textured breast implants and tissue expanders. Since 2016, there has been more progress made regarding a rare type of cancer that researchers found to have a possible association with certain kinds of breast implants. Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is a cancer of the immune system. Over the years since the condition was first reported, there have... Continue Reading

The Orange County Register is now accepting votes for its annual “Best of Orange County” awards, and our board-certified plastic surgeon would love to have your support! If you would like to vote for Dr. Bayati as a 2019 “Best Cosmetic Surgeon” in Orange County, here’s what you can do: Click on this link to the OC Register’s “Vote for Best of Orange County 2019” page Scroll down through the contest rules and hit the... Continue Reading

DefenAge® offers one of the most revolutionary anti-aging options to come along in quite some time, and we are excited to announce that we are now offering it as part of our comprehensive selection of advanced skin care products. This at-home skin rejuvenation system utilizes what has been called a breakthrough ingredient – Age-Repair Defensins® – which can help bring fresh cells to the surface and address a range of common skin concerns. There are... Continue Reading

We are happy to announce a few more prestigious recognitions that have been given to our board-certified plastic surgeon, Semira Bayati, MD! First: Vitals® recently published multiple 2017 honors for Dr. Bayati on its website, vitals.com. This popular online doctor review site is designed to help patients find the best possible health care options for their needs in specific geographic locations. Recognitions for Dr. Bayati include: Compassionate Doctor Award - 5 Year Honoree Patients' Choice... Continue Reading