Male Plastic Surgery for More Defined Features

Men in search of a La Jolla plastic surgeon don’t just want to look younger anymore. In fact, there are several procedures for men to help them look more handsome and masculine.

RHINOPLASTY
One of the most popular procedures our practice performs for men is a rhinoplasty, often called nose surgery or a ‘nose job.’ While a change in the shape of your nose can drastically impact your looks, it’s important to choose an experienced surgeon for this delicate procedure. Often, just a millimeter or two can make a big difference between an OK result and a truly satisfying outcome. The nose and chin should stay in proportion with each other to give an attractive look of symmetry, both in frontal and side views of the face.

CHIN IMPLANT
In men, the preferred facial contour and shape is quite different from what women want. For example, men usually prefer a sharper jaw line for masculine definition, and a more prominent chin. A chin implant can bring new definition to the facial features, creating a pleasing result that is still completely masculine. Like rhinoplasty, however, it’s still important to retain balanced proportions.

MALE vs. FEMALE
When performing plastic surgery for men, there are unique challenges compared to women. For example, male facial hair requires extra attention to incision placement so as not to visibly affect hair growth. Skin also ages with more elasticity on men than it does on women, allowing for faster recovery in the event of a facelift or neck lift. The goal for men is to achieve an angular, muscular appearance. An experienced plastic surgeon will understand these differences, and be able to give you chiseled, handsome results.

Check Your Plastic Surgeon’s Qualifications

There’s a lot more to finding the best La Jolla plastic surgeon than just looking at their office location or their procedure costs. The goal is not to find the cheapest or closest clinic, but rather to make sure that the surgeon you choose is the absolute best choice you can make. There are several ways to make sure your plastic surgeon is qualified.

CLAIMING SPECIALTIES

In California, a physician doesn’t need to be trained in a medical specialty in order to claim that they specialize in that field. This can make finding a truly qualified professional challenging, particularly since so many cosmetic procedures (especially laser-based procedures) may now be performed by any medical doctor or even by health professionals with only rudimentary training. It’s important to remember that, although they may be well educated and experienced, an internist, dermatologist, gynecologist or family practitioner simply doesn’t have the intensive training a plastic surgeon does.

CHECKLIST FOR SUCCESS

• Look for a plastic surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic surgery, which holds very strict guidelines for certification. 
• The most qualified plastic surgeons will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding their training and education and support your right to demand the highest quality care for your body. 
• You should feel free to compare different surgeons with regards to specialties, training, and other considerations before making a final choice. 
• In addition to online research, in La Jolla, plastic surgeons will be listed in the current Directory of Medical Specialists which should be available through the reference desk of your local public library.

Finally, you may contact the California Society of Plastic Surgeons during standard business hours. Their consumer information service will be able to refer you to multiple board-certified plastic surgeons in your area.