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Can I Get BOTOX® While Pregnant?

BOTOX has become a popular option to prevent and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is especially useful to smooth forehead wrinkles and the 11 lines between the eyes. However, many women wonder if it’s safe to get BOTOX when pregnant. The FDA considers BOTOX a Category C drug, which means there are insufficient studies or research indicating whether or not it is safe for use during pregnancy. You might have to wait to undergo BOTOX injections until after pregnancy. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Saba Motakef at Motakef Plastic Surgery + Med Spa in Anaheim Hills, CA offers BOTOX […]

Can I Achieve Flawless-Looking Skin With Clear + Brilliant® Treatment?

Textured, uneven, dulled, and tired skin ages your complexion, stripping away at your once youthful appearance. At Motakef Plastic Surgery + Med Spa, our team of specialists offers a wide variety of skin rejuvenation services to smooth your complexion and restore your glowing skin. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Saba Motakef works with men and women throughout Anaheim Hills and Orange County, CA. What is Clear + Brilliant treatment? Clear + Brilliant® is a cosmetic skin rejuvenation treatment that utilizes innovative fractional laser technology to safely penetrate tissue and stimulate collagen production. Laser energy targets underlying tissues by creating tiny microscopic injuries in the […]

How Long Will My Breasts Swell After Breast Augmentation?

Childbirth, pregnancy, significant weight loss, genetics, and many other factors can change the general shape of a woman’s body, including the symmetry, size, and shape of her breasts. Women who are unhappy with the shape and size of their breasts may turn to cosmetic solutions for long-term improvement. At Motakef Plastic Surgery + Med Spa, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Saba Motakef works with patients in Anaheim Hills and throughout Orange County, CA to help them attain beautiful, fuller breasts and provides aftercare instructions to optimize healing and recovery. What is breast augmentation surgery? Breast augmentation is an invasive cosmetic procedure that utilizes fat […]

Will I Really Look Younger After Facelift Surgery?

Many people wonder if facelift surgery will give them a younger appearance or make them look masklike. A modern facelift can help roll back the hands of time and provide you with a younger countenance that looks natural. Dr. Saba Motakef of Motakef Plastic Surgery + Med Spa provides services for individuals near Orange County and Anaheim Hills, CA with facelift surgery and other cosmetic procedures. The facelift procedure targets areas of the face that suffer from loose skin to effectively tighten the skin, add volume, and create a more youthful appearance. You can discuss your goals with Dr. Motakef so he knows where […]

Should You Get Liposuction After Recent Weight Loss?

As we age, traditional diet and exercise may not be enough to diminish those annoying fat deposits to achieve our ideal waistlines. At Motakef Plastic Surgery + Med Spa, we offer cosmetic body contouring techniques, including liposuction, to help men and women get over that last hurdle and achieve their body contouring goals. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Saba Motakef works with patients throughout Orange County, utilizing the innovative VASER ultrasound-assisted liposuction technology. About liposuction Liposuction is a minimally invasive body contouring method that safely removes unwanted fat cells from specific areas of the body to help patients achieve a slimmer, more toned appearance. […]

Will I benefit from an internal bra during breast augmentation surgery?

Breast augmentation procedures are one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures in the world today. These procedures will use silicone or saline implants which are placed either under or above the muscle in the chest to add volume and reshape the breasts to create a rounder, perkier shape with improved upper pole fullness. The past several years have seen various advances in technology in breast augmentation surgery with newer implants, silicone gels, and techniques to create safer and better results. One of the newest and most exciting technologies in breast augmentation surgery is the “internal bra.” What exactly is an […]

JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA® Can Give You Luscious Lips

Do you have thin lips, or have your lips started to thin due to aging? If you suffer from thin lips, JUVÉDERM VOLBELLA® can give you luscious lips. JUVEDERM VOLBELLA is an injectable filler that is used to form fuller, plumper lips that are more kissable. The filler adds shape to both the upper and lower lip to smooth away fine wrinkles around the lips and also give them a lush appearance. The results last for six months to a year. If you are interested in boosting the appearance of your lips with JUVEDERM VOLBELLA, we encourage you to contact Dr. Saba Motakef […]

Dull Skin Can Glow Again With Skin Rejuvenation Treatments

As we age, our skin starts to change in response to genetics, lifestyle, environmental exposure, and hormonal fluctuations. Proteins, such as collagen and elastin that were once plentiful in our tissues, start to reduce, and our skin begins to wrinkle, dull, and thin. At Motakef Plastic Surgery + Med Spa, Dr. Saba Motakef and his team of specialists offer clients a wide range of skin rejuvenation treatments to combat the signs of aging and attain a youthful, natural glow. Patients in Anaheim Hills, CA and throughout Orange County are turning back the clock with beautiful skin, achieved via nonsurgical cosmetic […]

Can Breast Augmentation Fix Uneven Breasts?

Some women are born with uneven breasts, while others may develop asymmetry after breastfeeding or weight loss. Procedures like Orange County breast augmentation achieve a natural appearance that looks and feels great.  Motakef Plastic Surgery + Med Spa has helped countless women through cutting-edge breast procedures. Meet with Anaheim Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Saba Motakef to discuss options like breast implants or autologous fat transfer surgery. Call now and book a consultation and learn how you can improve your curves.  What causes asymmetrical breasts?  There are many reasons why women develop uneven breasts. Common causes include:   Congenital conditions: Some women are born with breast asymmetry due to genetics […]

Will I Need a Lot of Time Off After Facelift Surgery?

If you’re like most people, you can’t take off work or adjust your normal activities for weeks on end – especially for something like facelift surgery. In fact, many people who desire facelift surgery never even schedule a consultation because they assume the recovery period will be lengthy. You may be surprised to learn, however, that many patients are able to return to work and other activities just a week or two after getting a facelift. At Motakef Plastic Surgery + Med Spa in Orange County, CA, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Saba Motakef uses the most advanced facelift techniques and technologies available […]

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