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Cosmetic Plastic s Surgery for the Greater San Francisco Bay Area

07/27/2026

Top 10 Frequently Asked Question About Tummy Tuck

A tummy tuck creates a flatter, more sculpted abdomen by removing excess skin and fat while tightening weakened abdominal muscles. This procedure can be especially effective for improving concerns that cannot be addressed with diet and exercise alone.

I've incorporated the Top 10 Tummy Tuck Frequently Asked Questions into the DrMele.com Abdominoplasty page. Click to read more. The answers are at the bottom of the page.

https://www.drmele.com/body/tummy-tuck/

07/20/2026

Gynecomastia Reduction, also known as Male Breast Reduction, is a surgical procedure designed to correct enlarged male breasts by removing excess fat and firm glandular tissue. Gynecomastia Reduction is a short, outpatient surgical procedure that provides immediate and lasting improvements to chest contours, boosting self-confidence.

Gynecomastia Reduction Consultations

The decision to have Male Breast Reduction is one that men consider for months if not years before acting. If you want to learn how Gynecomastia Reduction can benefit you, give my San Francisco Plastic Surgery Clinic a call at (925) 943-6353. You can get your questions answered, and determine if you want to take the next step.

https://www.sanfranciscoplasticsurgeryblog.com/top-10-frequently-asked-questions-about-gynecomastia/

07/14/2026

Blepharoplasty (Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery) is a relatively short, outpatient surgical procedure that contours the upper or lower eyelids by removing excess skin, muscle, and fat. It corrects hooded upper eyelids and under-eye bags, with the goal of providing a more rested appearance. When excess skin is obstructing the visual field before surgery, blepharoplasty provides improved peripheral vision. While most patients experience minimal pain with cosmetic eyelid surgery, it can take a couple of weeks to recover from the normal amount of bruising and swelling.

Top 10 Blepharoplasty FAQs

Today, I review the top ten most commonly asked questions about Eyelid Surgery. While there is no substitute for an in-person consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, I try to provide some ground-work for your journey from initial consideration to completion of your Blepharoplasty.

https://www.sanfranciscoplasticsurgeryblog.com/top-10-frequently-asked-questions-about-blepharoplasty

06/29/2026

Otoplasty, commonly known as Ear Pinning or Ear Reshaping Surgery, is a cosmetic and reconstructive procedure designed to reposition, reshape, or reduce the size of protruding or misshapen ears. The procedure primarily focuses on the external cartilage framework to bring the ears into better structural proportion with the rest of the face.

Here are the top 10 frequently asked questions about Otoplasty, and advice on who is qualified to perform Otoplasty for Children and Adults.

https://www.sanfranciscoplasticsurgeryblog.com/top-10-otoplasty-frequently-asked-questions

06/08/2026

Today, we review the Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions about Breast Augmentation. These questions come from my patients and from inquiries on sites like the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).

FAQs answered include:

Am I a good candidate for Breast Augmentation?

What types of Breast Implants are available?

How do I choose the right sized Breast Implant?

How long is recovery after Breast Augmentation?

While the Internet cannot substitute for an in-person consultation, my goal is to provide you with accurate general information about Breast Augmentation and provide some background for you, prior to a detailed consultation with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.To read today's San Francisco Plastic Surgery Blog follow the link:

https://www.sanfranciscoplasticsurgeryblog.com/top-10-breast-augmentation-frequently-asked-questions

04/27/2026

The Mommy Makeover remains one of the most commonly performed Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Procedure combinations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Today, on the San Francisco Plastic Surgery Blog, I answer the top 10 Mommy Makeover FAQs (frequently asked questions).

1 – What is a Mommy Makeover?

What is a Mommy Makeover? – The procedure is actually two procedures: one enhances the breasts while the other addresses the abdomen. Since both the belly and breasts are affected by pregnancy, this combination of repairs is coined the Mommy Makeover; however, the combination is also frequently used after weight loss for women and men (Daddy Do-over).

2 – Am I a Good Candidate for a Mommy Makeover?

For the answer to this, and there rest of the Mommy Makeover top ten frequently asked questions, check out the San Francisco Plastic Surgery Blog:

https://www.sanfranciscoplasticsurgeryblog.com/top-10-mommy-makeover-frequently-asked-questions-faqs/

04/13/2026

More and more patients are using GLP-1 medications to successfully lose weight. The advantage of GLP-1 treatment is the ability to maintain weight loss and improve the associated medical conditions, like diabetes and hypertension, that can lead to complications. Since this class of drugs is relatively new, the risks are still being worked out.

Many patients seek body contouring procedures for loose skin after successful weight loss from GLP-1 treatment, therefore it is important to further examine these novel weight loss therapies. What are GLP-1 medications, and how do they affect cosmetic plastic surgery are what we will discuss today on the San Francisco Plastic Surgery Blog.

It's all here: https://www.sanfranciscoplasticsurgeryblog.com/do-glp-1-medications-affect-body-contouring-risks

03/23/2026

People get Arm Lifts (medically known as Brachioplasty) primarily to address sagging, loose, or excess skin on the upper arms—often called “bat wings“, that creates an undesirable appearance, discomfort or functional issues. This cosmetic plastic surgery procedure removes excess skin and fat while tightening the underlying tissues for a more toned, contoured look. Exercise and diet alone can’t fix significant skin laxity, so surgery becomes an option when nonsurgical methods fall short.

Arm Lift Consultations

If you are considering Brachioplasty in the San Francisco Bay Area, and want an experienced, board certified plastic surgeon, call (925) 943-6353. My Walnut Creek plastic surgery clinic has 30 years of experience with Post Bariatric Plastic Surgery, and can schedule a private consultation appointment.

Read more here: https://www.sanfranciscoplasticsurgeryblog.com/who-needs-an-arm-lift-brachioplasty/

03/10/2026

I am proud and humbled to receive the 2026 Talk Award for Service Excellence again this year. Awarded for excellence in patient satisfaction as rated online by The Talk Awards, we have received 5 stars for fifteen years in a row.

The plaque says it all:

“Fifteen consecutive years of service excellence presented to Joseph A. Mele, MD, FACS, Cosmetic Plastic Surgery. Award category: Plastic Surgeons | Walnut Creek, California. Five stars awarded for excellence in patient satisfaction as rated online by the Talk Awards.”

If you would like to experience Personalized Plastic Surgery from an award winning Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Team, call (925) 943-6363 today. My team and I are motivated to give you a five star experience. More information about specific procedures is available here on the San Francisco Plastic Surgery Blog and on my main site DrMele.com.

You can read more about the award here:

https://www.sanfranciscoplasticsurgeryblog.com/2026-talk-award-winner-joseph-a-mele-iii-md-facs/

02/23/2026

The Tummy Tuck remains one of the most frequently requested cosmetic plastic surgery procedures. About 175,000 Abdominoplasties are performed in the US each year, making it the third most popular cosmetic surgery. 98% Tummy Tucks are performed for women, with 2% performed for men after weight loss. If you are considering a Tummy Tuck, what do you need to know? Today, I am answering the top 10 frequently asked questions about Abdominoplasty.

Read all about it here:

https://www.sanfranciscoplasticsurgeryblog.com/abdominoplasty-and-tummy-tuck-frequently-asked-questions/

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