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October marks breast cancer awareness month. As more and more attention is devoted to the importance of early detection, our patients at UCI Plastic Surgery are increasingly inquiring as to what effect breast augmentation has on breast cancer detection. While smart to be concerned, there is little evidence to suggest that breast augmentation and implants hinder the...Read More

A growing, and dangerous trend—more and more, men and women are venturing to foreign countries to undergo plastic surgery. Coupled with low pricing, the allure of a trip abroad is tempting to many. As the popularity of plastic surgery continues to rise, medical tourism—aptly garnered a nip-tuck holiday—has become more commonplace. However, as board certified...Read More

This past September, Dr. Evans had the honor of speaking at a conference held by the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Taipei, Taiwan. Established over 40 years ago with a mission to promote worldwide patient safety, the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) continues to hold their 2,400 members to high standards that transcend...Read More

It should come as no surprise that eyes are one of the first features that others notice about you. Unfortunately, eyes are also one of the first places to age. As the years pass, both the shape and form of our eyes change. Aging affects both the upper and lower lids. Just as upper eyelid...Read More

A clear, bright, and vibrant complexion is enviable. Unfortunately, for many of us, our skin does not have the desired natural glow. To remedy this, many turn to microdermabrasion, a gentle treatment that renews and refreshes dull, tired-looking skin. At UCI Plastic Surgery we are proud to offer Dermasweep, a microdermabrasion treatment. Lightly buffing the skin, Dermasweep clears...Read More

Ready to rejuvenate the appearance of your aging eyes, you have made the decision to undergo blepharoplasty. Wonderfully restorative, blepharoplasty, more commonly known as eyelid surgery, corrects a droopy upper lid and minimizes puffy bags below the eyes by removing excess fat and skin, and, when necessary, tightens weakened muscles. As you go about scheduling and...Read More