Hector Salazar-Reyes, MD, FACS
Plastic Surgeon
Having dedicated 17 years of his life to achieve the best medical training, Dr. Salazar’s philosophy is centered around providing beautiful results safely and ensuring each and every patient feels well cared for from their first appointment to their last.
In addition to being an American Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Salazar is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), a prestigious organization that is highly selective with its membership. Only plastic surgeons who demonstrate a high level of skill, experience, and expertise in aesthetic plastic surgery and cosmetic medicine are inducted into ASAPS.
Dr. Salazar is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, an active member American Society of Plastic Surgeons, American Board of Plastic Surgery Maintenance of Certification Program, California Society of Plastic Surgeons, San Diego Plastic Surgery Society and the American Medical Association.
April 2, 2024
Why Your Belly Button is the Most Important Part of a Tummy Tuck
Before having a tummy tuck, one of the biggest worries our patients have is “what is my belly button going to look like?” No one wants an ugly belly button, or for it to be a dead giveaway that they had work done.
Because…
March 7, 2024
Breast Augmentation Recovery: What To Expect
It might be your first time getting a breast augmentation, but it’s by no means our first time! From your first phone call to your pre-op appointment, we tell you exactly what to expect so there are no surprises.
Filling …
March 5, 2024
HD Lipo: What is it & who is it for?
Sharing his unique expertise with HD Lipo, Dr. Hector Salazar explains how this technique eliminates stubborn areas of fat, and highlights your natural muscle definition.
Combining his artistic eye with his rich knowledg…
Dec. 19, 2023
4 Procedures That Will Change the Way You Think About Face Lift Surgery
In this showcase episode, Monique highlights four small but mighty facial rejuvenation treatments you’ll want to add to your wish list.
To showcase these powerful options, surgeons Dr. Kiersten Riedler, Dr. Johan Brahme,…
Sept. 12, 2023
Bye-Bye, Turkey Neck: What Is The T-Z-plasty and Who Is It For?
Although there are multiple options available for rejuvenating the neck, Dr. Salazar considers the T-Z-plasty to be the ultimate weapon against the “turkey gobbler.”
For patients who specifically want to address excess sk…
Aug. 22, 2023
Making Polo Shirts Great Again With Male Breast Reduction Surgery
From feeling self-conscious in polo shirts to wearing shirts at the beach, many men search for ways to get rid of those man boobs and puffy nipples. Multiple procedures are available for helping men sculpt a flatter chest.
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April 4, 2023
Phoebe Davis Takeover: Mistakes to Avoid if You’re Considering Breast Augmentation
Two months ago, Phoebe Davis had breast augmentation surgery with Dr. Hector Salazar. She’s back and she loves her results so much that she’s taking over the podcast to interview her favorite doctor.
Phoebe hits Dr. Salaz…
Nov. 29, 2022
East vs. West: Comparing Breast Surgery Size Trends with Dr. Anna Steve
NYC cosmetic breast specialist Dr. Anna Steve joins LJC plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar to debate and discuss the similarities and differences between plastic surgery trends on the East and West Coasts. Ten years ago the …
Nov. 1, 2022
Preventing and Treating Common Breast Augmentation Complications
Although rare, all surgery has risks. Dr. Hector Salazar walks us through the possible complications surrounding breast implants, including capsular contracture, implant rupture, and the need for revision surgery. Dr. Sal…
Oct. 18, 2022
Breast Augmentation: The Natural Look is Back
For those considering breast augmentation, the first question is usually “what size implant is right for me?” Trends are changing again as the oversized look dwindles in popularity and the natural look is back. Dr. Salaz…
July 14, 2022
Breaking Down the Breast Implant Black Box Warning
This year, the primary concern of women researching breast implants became safety instead of cost. LJC’s own Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes joins us to share his thoughts on breast implant safety and walk us through the FDA’s upda…
Jan. 25, 2022
What Losing 100+ Lbs Does to Your Body (& How We Can Fix It)
There’s nothing quite as magical as the elation of someone who’s lost weight and then had a complete body lift. LJC plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes is here to address all the complexities surrounding this life-chang…
Aug. 3, 2021
HD Lipo: The Hi Def Approach to Body Contouring
Dr. Hector Salazar shares his unique expertise with HD Lipo, a specialized liposuction technique for sculpting the body in incredible detail following the natural lines of your musculature. He covers the full HD Lipo experi…
June 22, 2021
SmartGraft: Not Your Grandpa’s (or Grandma’s) Hair Plugs
What is SmartGraft and how does it work? Plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar discusses how SmartGraft is different, explains the problems with older methods, and helps us understand how he keeps the newly transplanted hair fr…