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Tightening and Toning with Morpheus8: Face and Body Benefits

By Dr. Brian Reagan on November 16th, 2025

Woman with refined results after Morpheus8 treatment in San Diego, CA

If you’re looking for a way to rejuvenate your skin without surgery, Morpheus8 at True Beauty offers a powerful solution. Led by Dr. Reagan in La Jolla, this innovative treatment combines microneedling with radiofrequency (RF) energy to tighten and tone your skin from the inside out. Choosing True Beauty means placing your care in the hands of an expert who understands how to enhance your natural appearance safely and effectively. How Morpheus8 Works Morpheus8 uses a handheld device with tiny needles that deliver controlled RF energy deep into your skin. These micro-injuries stimulate your body’s natural healing process, encouraging new collagen and elastin production. As your skin regenerates, it becomes smoother, firmer, ...Read More →

What to Expect After a Laser Session

By Dr. Brian Reagan on October 16th, 2025

Woman with smooth skin after laser treatment in San Diego, Ca

If you are considering Fraxel laser skin resurfacing, it is natural to want a clear understanding of what recovery will look like. Choosing True Beauty under the guidance of Dr. Reagan means you are in the hands of a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in skin rejuvenation. This ensures you receive personalized care that prioritizes your comfort, safety, and long-term results. Immediately After Your Session After your session, you may notice redness and warmth in your skin similar to a sunburn. This reaction is expected and indicates that your body is beginning the healing process. Some swelling can also occur, particularly around ...Read More →

How Dermal Fillers Can Restore Youthful Cheeks and Jawlines

By Dr. Brian Reagan on September 16th, 2025

Woman with dermal filler and refined features in San Diego, CA

If you have noticed volume loss in your cheeks or a less defined jawline, you may be considering a nonsurgical solution. At True Beauty, Dr. Reagan provides advanced dermal filler treatments to help you regain youthful contours without downtime. With options like Juvederm, Restylane, and Sculptra, you can enjoy natural-looking results tailored to your features. Choosing an experienced provider ensures your results look refreshed rather than overdone. Why Volume Loss Happens As you age, your skin loses elasticity, and the underlying fat pads shift or diminish. This process often leads to flatter cheeks, sagging around the midface, and less definition along the jawline. These ...Read More →

How Ozempic-Related Volume Loss Throws Off Facial Balance—and How Fat Grafting Restores Harmony

By Dr. Brian Reagan on August 15th, 2025

Woman treating Ozempic face with fat graftingt in San Diego, CA

If you’ve noticed changes in your facial appearance after weight loss with medications like Ozempic, you’re not alone. Significant weight reduction can sometimes lead to a hollowed or tired look, especially in delicate areas of the face. At True Beauty in San Diego, Dr. Reagan offers advanced fat grafting techniques to restore youthful balance and natural-looking harmony. Choosing True Beauty means choosing personalized care, artistic precision, and results that reflect your best self. How Ozempic Affects Facial Volume When you lose weight rapidly, your body often sheds fat evenly—including the fat that once supported your facial features. For some, this can mean cheeks that appear flatter, temples that look hollow, ...Read More →

From Acne to Anti-Aging: What Facial Peels Can Really Do

By Dr. Brian Reagan on July 16th, 2025

Woman with clear skin after peel in San Diego, CA

If you’ve been searching for a treatment that refreshes your skin, targets stubborn acne, and softens fine lines, a chemical facial peel may be the answer. At True Beauty, Dr. Reagan offers personalized care so you feel confident and comfortable in choosing a treatment plan designed around your unique needs. With his expertise, you receive professional guidance and results that prioritize both safety and noticeable improvement. How Facial Peels Work A facial peel is a technique that applies a specialized solution to the skin, causing the outermost layer of cells to exfoliate and eventually peel away. This controlled process reveals newer, smoother skin ...Read More →

How to Maintain Your Results After Body Lift

By Dr. Brian Reagan on May 16th, 2025

A body lift is a procedure that enhances your body’s contours and removes excess skin, often after significant weight loss. While the surgery itself delivers dramatic improvements, maintaining those results requires dedication. Without proper care, weight changes, lifestyle habits, and neglecting your skin can compromise your outcome. Follow these key steps to ensure your body lift results last for the long run. Prioritize a Balanced Diet What you eat plays a major role in preserving your new shape. A nutrient-rich diet consisting of lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables supports healing and helps prevent weight gain. Processed foods, excess ...Read More →

Fat is not a 4 letter word!

By Dr. Brian Reagan on April 16th, 2025

Let's talk about it! Let’s talk about fat. For years, this word has carried a heavy burden—socially, emotionally, and physically. But in the world of modern plastic surgery, fat is not the enemy. In fact, it’s one of our most powerful tools for restoring youth, enhancing curves, and helping patients look and feel their best. I tell my patients this all the time: Fat isn’t a flaw. It’s a resource. What Is Fat Transfer—and Why Is It So Popular? Fat transfer, also known as fat grafting, is one of my favorite procedures to perform—because it’s natural, versatile, and the results ...Read More →

Refine the Shape Of Your Face with Buccal Fat Pad Removal

By Dr. Brian Reagan on April 15th, 2025

A well-contoured face can highlight your natural beauty and enhance your overall appearance. If you’ve ever wished for more defined cheekbones or a slimmer lower face, buccal fat pad removal may be the solution. This cosmetic procedure removes excess fat from the cheeks to create a more sculpted, refined look. At True Beauty, you can achieve a naturally contoured facial shape under the care of experienced professionals in San Diego, CA. Understanding Buccal Fat Pad Removal Buccal fat pad removal is a specialized cosmetic procedure designed to reduce fullness in the mid-to-lower face. The buccal fat pads are natural pockets ...Read More →

Exploring Your Treatment Options for Broken Capillaries

By Dr. Brian Reagan on March 15th, 2025

Dealing with visible veins or persistent redness on your skin can be frustrating. However, modern cosmetic treatments offer ways to reduce or eliminate these concerns, restoring a more even and refreshed complexion. At True Beauty, you can access advanced procedures designed to address broken capillaries and enhance your skin’s appearance. Understanding Broken Capillaries Broken capillaries, also called spider veins, are tiny blood vessels that expand and become visible beneath the skin. They commonly appear on the face, nose, and legs as thin red, blue, or purple lines. While they are not harmful, they can be a cosmetic concern for many ...Read More →

Am I a Good Candidate for Liposuction?

By Dr. Brian Reagan on February 15th, 2025

Liposuction is a popular cosmetic procedure that helps remove stubborn fat deposits that don’t respond to diet and exercise. If you’ve been considering this treatment, you may be wondering whether you’re a good candidate. At True Beauty, expert care is available to help you achieve your body contouring goals. Understanding the criteria for liposuction can help you determine if this procedure is right for you. Understanding Liposuction Liposuction is designed to remove localized fat pockets from areas such as the abdomen, thighs, arms, and back. It is not a weight-loss procedure but rather a body contouring treatment. The best candidates ...Read More →