John Smoot, MD, FACS
Plastic Surgeon
During his 30 years as a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in San Diego, John D. Smoot, MD, FACS has earned a reputation for providing excellent care and beautiful cosmetic surgery results. Dr. Smoot is the Medical Director of La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre & Medical Spa.
Dr. Smoot has an extraordinary depth of skill and experience in plastic surgery that make him highly sought after for breast, body, and facial surgery alike. He is well-known in La Jolla for his advanced scar-reducing techniques with breast lift surgery. In addition to breast augmentation, facial rejuvenation and body contouring surgery comprise a substantial portion of his practice.
Dr. Smoot has been board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 1990 and has served as Chief of Plastic Surgery at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, where he remains on staff. He is also an active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and the California Society of Plastic Surgeons.
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Jan. 6, 2026
Reflections on 40 Years in Plastic Surgery and Service with Dr. John Smoot
Nearly 40 years, thousands of patients, and a career that started unexpectedly in a National Guard medical unit—Dr. John Smoot’s story is full of the wisdom, wins, and lessons you only get from a lifetime in plastic surgery. Dr. Smoot looks back on how the field has transformed since he first scrubbed in, from evolving techniques to the rise of natural, proportionate results and the growing acceptance of cosmetic procedures. He shares what’s surprised him, what’s stayed the same, and what he be...
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March 11, 2025
Mini or Full Facelift? How Plastic Surgeons Choose What’s Best for Your Face
A short scar facelift, often called a mini facelift, is perfect for those wanting a subtle, natural refresh without major surgery. But San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot prefers to call it a “refresher” rather than a facelift. Dr. Smoot breaks down the differences between short scar and full facelifts, from techniques and scar placement to recovery and cost. While a mini facelift can deliver beautiful results for the right candidates, it’s important to have realistic expectations. It won...
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June 11, 2024
The Best Plastic Surgery Procedures For Your 50’s
By your 50’s, for most people the natural changes of age are noticeable. Plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot shares the best procedures for combating aging and reversing the effects of gravity in your 50’s. From removing or replacing fallen breast implants to opening up tired eyes, hear Dr. Smoot’s expert advice for the best ways to tackle aging and be prepared for a smooth recovery in this decade. Links Meet San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot Learn more about facelift , eyelid surgery...
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Jan. 4, 2024
Meet the Team: John Smoot, MD, Plastic Surgeon
Dr. John Smoot knew from the time he was a teenager that he wanted to be a doctor and work with his hands. Today, the highlight of his work is the confidence he brings to people who felt like their outer appearance could match their self-image better. When the Vietnam War began, Dr. Smoot joined the Utah National Guard as a scrub tech and a medic—the start of an unconventional road to becoming the doctor he always wanted to be. After serving in the Guard and years of education and training in ...
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Nov. 14, 2023
Plastic Surgeon Explains the Life Changing Magic of Breast Reduction
Large breasts cause women of all ages to have back pain, difficulty exercising, and self consciousness. Dr. John Smoot’s breast reduction patients are always thrilled to get rid of the weight and improve the size and shape of their breasts. Breast reduction surgery transforms both confidence and comfort. Dr. Smoot relies on his three decades of experience helping women with this life-changing surgery to answer your biggest questions about breast reduction, including: Is there a minimum age? H...
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March 28, 2023
The Past, Present, and Future of Breast Implants: Plastic Surgeon Explains
When it comes to breast implants, plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot has seen it all. In practice since 1988, he studied with Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Thomas Cronin, the inventor of the breast implant. The earliest silicone implants had problems with rupture, and were connected to autoimmune diseases. When banned in 1992, surgeons specializing in breast surgery, including Dr. Smoot, pivoted to saline implants. After hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, silicone implants returned to...
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Aug. 9, 2022
Revision Breast Augmentation with the Internal Bra Technique: Plastic Surgeon Explains
If you’re disappointed that your breast implants are sagging or haven’t lasted as long as expected, the “internal bra” is a superb breast implant revision technique that uses GalaFLEX, a bioabsorbable mesh-like material to add support. Breast implants aren’t meant to last forever and at some point, our breasts sag. It happens to all of us, and we inevitably won’t have our 20-year-old breasts in our 50s. If you’ve had implants for a while, the internal bra can be included in revision surgery to ...
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June 8, 2021
Revision Breast Surgery: Plastic Surgeon Explains Why If It Ain't Broke, Don't Fix It
After 32 years in practice, plastic surgeon Dr. John Smoot explains why when it comes to breast implants, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. Every breast augmentation patient knows there will be a time to remove or replace their implants. Listen to Dr. Smoot’s wise perspective on breast revision, find out how he helps patients visualize their surgery results with TouchMD during consultation, and learn how the Internal Bra technique helps create great results. Read more about breast surgery revi...
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