All the B's: Plastic Surgery + Pop Culture with San Diego's Top Female Plastic Surgeon

Every few months a celebrity announces she's "taking her implants out" — and suddenly the internet declares breast implants canceled. Dr. Gallus and Bri aren't buying it. This episode cuts through the noise with a full breakdown of breast implant removal: who actually needs it, what BII really is (and isn't), why en bloc removal is not the medical gold standard it's made out to be, and what your b...

Three weeks out, you feel amazing, and your group chat is full of friends checking into LaGree class — that’s exactly when the trouble starts. Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri break down the recovery questions people actually ask (usually on day three, not week three): can I scuba dive, can I ski, can I do a HIIT class, can I go paragliding? Spoiler — no. They walk through the recovery toolkit nobody sets u...

A 100cc breast augmentation used to get you laughed out of the consultation room. Now it’s one of the most-requested sizes in the office. Dr. Kat Gallus is joined by Beverly Hills breast surgeon Dr. Kelly Killeen — the surgeon who trained Kat on the tissue-preserving Preserve technique and a familiar face from the Dr. 90210 reboot — to get into why women are going smaller, what makes a “sneaky boo...

Cosmetic procedures jumped 19% since 2019, and women in their 30s and 40s are driving the surge. Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri break down what preventative actually means at each stage — what's worth doing in your 30s, where the smart money goes in your 40s, when a facelift makes the most sense in your 50s, and how to avoid the overdone look in your 60s.  The cold open is a full celebrity scroll: Kris Je...

Searches for “sagging skin” jumped almost 170% in a year, which is why your TikTok feed is suddenly full of non-surgical facelifts, lasers, and machines promising tight skin without a scalpel.  Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri break down what actually works — Renuvion, Morpheus 8, Ultherapy, laser, microneedling, microcoring — and which ones are oversold marketing. We get into Kris Jenner’s $300K facelift r...

Up to two-thirds of women walk around with it after pregnancy, and no amount of sit-ups is going to fix it. Diastasis recti is the separation of your ab muscles that happens when your body stretches to make room for a baby — and for most women, it doesn’t fully close back up on its own. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and scrub tech Bri break down what diastasis recti actually is, how to...

The gym will still be there in four weeks. Your results might not be if you rush it. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri get into the real post-op workout timeline, what "low impact" actually means, and why your pilates and lagree memberships need to go on pause for a bit. Meet La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus Questions answered by this episode:  When can you go back to the gym...

Nobody's going home alone after anesthesia. Nobody's going bowling on post-op day 10. And nobody is cleaning out their closet in the first few days just because they're bored.  La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri talk post-op logistics nobody warns you about, including why your husband needs to be at that pre-op appointment and why your dog counts as a liability. Trending stories US Ma...

If your face feels like the Sahara, you did too much. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri share how you get started on tretinoin without wrecking your skin barrier, why over-the-counter “retinol” might just be expensive vibes in a bottle, and how to avoid burning your eyebrows off before your next wax. Links Meet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus Learn more about ZO Skin Health...

Tummy tucks aren’t cute in week one. Swelling, drains, scars, and emotional roller coasters are all part of the deal, and pretending otherwise helps no one. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri walk through what tummy tuck recovery looks like, what’s normal, and why doing too little prep causes most of the drama. Learn more about tummy tuck surgery in San Diego Trending stories: People,...

When most people hear “fat transfer,” they immediately think BBL. But fat shows up all over plastic surgery—from faces to breasts to tiny problem areas—and whether it looks amazing or awkward depends entirely on placement, technique, and the person getting it. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri talk through where fat belongs, where it doesn’t, and why safety and aftercare can’t be sk...

Botox isn’t just for wrinkles. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri explain jaw slimming, lip flips, and therapeutic uses like migraine relief and TMJ treatment. Busting Botox myths that celebs have passed around, they compare neuromodulator brands, and warn newbies to start small with low-key moves like lip flips. Meet La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus Trending stories: Daily Ma...

Functional medicine expert and plastic surgeon Dr. Rebecca Knackstedt explains prehabilitation: how to actually prepare your body and mind for surgery so you heal better and faster. From protein-loading (not starving) to supplements that support recovery without increasing bleeding risk, get the real roadmap to a smoother surgical experience. Follow Dr. Knackstedt on Instagram @surgical_recovery a...

Thin is trending again, and GLP-1s are changing faces and bodies faster than people expect. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri explain that while we love medical weight loss, it’s important to know what comes along with it, from loose skin to facial aging.  They talk honestly about what GLP-1s can do, what they can’t, and the importance of proper nutrition and timing your taper before...

Christmas is basically here, and let’s be honest, we all have a beauty wishlist. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri unpack their dream stockings and share the treatments they’re begging Santa for. Happy holidays from the Restore SD girls! Thanks for listening to us rant about celebs and plastic surgery all year long. Meet La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus Learn more about Alum...

You don’t need a trust fund or a 12-step routine to age well; you just need smart basics. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri share what works: daily SPF, good skincare, and the right treatments at the right time. They get into baby Botox, timing your retinol, and why bargain injections almost always backfire. Learn more about Botox Learn more about IPL and microneedling Learn more about A...

Not all awake procedures are equal. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri break down the surprising reason why some clinics push local anesthesia, what procedures actually make sense to do awake, and which ones should definitely stay in dreamland. Meet La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus Trending stories: Instagram, @frownies Page Six, Jessica Simpson proudly shows off botched...

You don’t need a PhD to figure out the difference between fillers and Botox, or to decode all the brands in between. You just need a little insider truth, and La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri have plenty to share. They swap stories about their experiences with injectables and explain why discount Botox always ends up costing more. Learn what really matters: skilled injectors, quality pr...

Don’t take those “Best Plastic Surgeon” lists too seriously. They’re mostly popularity contests and pay-to-play badges. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri call out the “Top Doctor” hype and share what actually matters: real board certification, hospital privileges, and accredited ORs. Check out the Restore SD Plastic Surgery team's Britney Spears group Halloween costume Meet San Diego pla...

Motiva breast implants stand out for their tightly bonded shell and nano-textured surface, designed to keep complications like capsular contracture at bay. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri discuss the difference between Motiva’s Round vs. Ergo implants and the minimally invasive Preservé and Mia Femtech options. Learn more about breast augmentation Meet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Kat...

Don’t even think about “toughing it out” after plastic surgery. No clubbing, no hauling luggage, no supermom heroics. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri share how to recover like a celeb—hello, Lodge at Torrey Pines—or bare minimum, kick back and let someone else take care of you for once. Check out our Out-of-Town Patient Guide Learn more about our  Aftercare and Nursing Concierge Learn...

San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Janet Chao explains just what to expect during rhinoplasty recovery, from when the cast comes off and how you'll look and feel in those early weeks to the stages of seeing your results shine through. Expect major swelling and a slow reveal. Final results can take up to a year, so patience is key. Trust the process, because your new nose is worth the wait. Read more ab...

Instead of borrowing your own fat, AlloClae uses donor fat—yep, borrowed from someone else—and people are seriously loving it. Naturally, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri had to explain why this treatment is such a big deal.  You’ll get the lowdown on how recovery, cost, and results stack up against traditional fat transfer and why it’s perfect for the skinny minis who don’t have enoug...

Rhinoplasty: it’s not about fitting a mold—it’s about harmony and function. Since “natural” means something different to everyone, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Chao and Bri discuss how she sets expectations before nose surgery.  On the technical side, Dr. Chao shares how she borrows cartilage (even frozen rib!) to fix broken noses, why honoring ethnic features matters and why revision work should...

Anesthesia sounds scary, but it’s really not—as long as you’re in safe, trusted hands. Before surgery, ask ALL the anesthesia questions (seriously, peace of mind goes a long way).  And here’s a pro tip: don’t hide your medical history. We will find out, and it only makes things more complicated for you, your surgeon, and your anesthesiologist. We’ll even check in with your primary doc to keep you...