My insurance gave me Dr. d'Souza's name for a medically approved breast reduction. I read as many reviews as I could and did some research. Dr. D'Souza's background was impressive, and with an office in Carlsbad I figured he would be a great option. My appointment was late in the day on a Friday, and the moment I arrived I got the sense that the staff was preparing to leave. The doctor came in visibly rushed, and he immediately gave me the sense that he was not in the mood to see me. He did a quick examination, and then told me if I use insurance he has to take out a lot of tissue in order to comply with their requirements. I am a Size F and he said I would probably be an A cup afterwards because he would have to take out so much tissue. He would also have to do a free nipple graft (which I looked up later and learned that no decent doctor does this procedure any more because of how awful it looks). He admitted that I would not be happy with the results, and then he told me to Google some pics to see how ugly the results would be. He then said if I use insurance, it is a lot of paperwork and it is overwhelming for his staff. It could take months to get approval and patients start to get angry at his staff. He made no bones about it- he was 100% not interested in having me as a patient. If you are looking to use insurance to have an approved procedure, do not bother with this doctor. He only wants out-of-pocket patients so he can earn top dollar and make things easier for his staff, which includes his wife. Do not let this man touch you. UPDATE: A week later, I went to another doctor that my insurance gave me. This doctor had the same credentials and even attended the same medical school as Dr. D'Souza. The difference is he has been practicing for 30 years instead of 5. This doctor laughed and said DO NOT do a free nipple graft. He did a more thorough exam and said I dodged a bullet by getting another opinion. I decided to go with this second doctor, and my insurance approved me in ONE WEEK. read more

I came to Dr. D'Souza with interest in a breast augmentation in November and I have had thee best experience I could ask for. Every single one of the staff is super friendly and welcoming, his awesome wife Sabrina is an absolute sweetheart, and Dr. D'Souza himself was an amazing doctor! I never felt rushed, he was always super patient and above all he wanted to make sure I was happy with what I was choosing. He took the time and effort to be very thorough with his questions and show me examples to ensure finding what I was looking for. he made himself very very accessible if I ever had any questions or concerns after my surgery which I was extremely appreciative for! He's really personable and its evident he's passionate about what he does because he absolutely makes you feel that way when he makes it known how important it is that you are happy in the end. My surgery went really well and I felt very well taken care of in that regard also. I'm the worst with needles and his team was beyond reassuring and understanding. I woke up experiencing all the normal things they prepared me for but not in pain just sore. And let me tell you, the rapid recovery pitch is no joke. I am a bartender so most would think the physical aspect might extend that time. But nope, I had my surgery on a Wednesday and I went back to work that Friday night. I'm not going to lie, it was a bit uncomfortable but thats to be expected being only TWO days out. I had two of my best friends who had gotten their breast augmentations done elsewhere years ago, and they were ASTOUNDED I was able to be there. Both of them just thought I was a freak when it came to pain tolerance or that I got great meds; but nope - I didn't take any of the pain meds prescribed, I was going off Tylenol Extra Strength from start to finish! The only things I had to refrain from was reaching up super high, and lifting more than 10 lbs which was easier than requesting days off from work so my boss was a happy camper to help. Today I am 6 weeks post-op and my incisions are looking better every day, I was just able to start wearing underwire bras, and last but not least - my boobs look AMAZING! I was beyond happy with my results! I felt back to normal in 3 weeks and they began to soften up then too also. & because I know I was researching CC's, what they look like with this or that much; these are mine: Height: 5'8 Weight: 138 Starting Size: 34C Ending Size: 34DD CC: 415 If i could give 10 stars, I would - I wouldn't change anything about my experience and I'm super appreciative for everyone at Iconic ! Thank you SOOO much, you'll absolutely have me referring! read more

Dr. d'Souza. What can I say. Being the boyfriend of someone who required her original breast implants removed and replaced, your service not only put a huge confident smile on her face, but keeps me smiling every day. And night. And Morning. :-) The support not just from you, but your staff made it a comfortable experience for her. Your education and guidance for both her and myself was well received and appreciated. I have and will continue to practice the home treatments with my girlfriend to ensure that the tissues around the implants are massaged properly. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Dr. D'Souza . I have been wanting a breast augmentation since high school but have always been nervous to do it. Im now 35 and have had a baby amd breastfed. It was time for me to feel amazing. I had done so much research on surgeons. I wanted a dr who i could trust and who had great results. I was thrilled to learn about Iconic Plastic Surgery. Dr. D'Souza really knows what he is doing and is great at explaining things to me. I have received so many compliments on my breasts. I highly recommend Dr. D'Souza to anyone who wants to look and feel their best ! read more

Y'all I'm not even joking. I just got the best boobs ever. After many (many) years of debating getting a breast augmentation, I decided it was finally time to do something for myself. I met with a few doctors but I liked Dr. D'Souza's rapid recovery approach because, while I am not a terribly active human, my small person is : and mama's gotta be able to get up and cook. LITERALLY TWO DAYS after surgery I was able to drop my son off at camp and get some desk-work done. It's now been over a week and they look PHENOMENAL. Not too big, but not too small either. He listened to me when his earlier size recommendation felt not-quite-dramatic enough but didn't go overboard. Surgery day itself was a breeze, recovery has been easy enough and I have a fantastic rack to show for it. I wasn't even plied with botox for this review even though I wicked need it. That's how stellar this whole thing was. I am reviewing because GOOD not because BRIBED. read more

Dr. D'Souza is the BEST! Upon entering, the office my first impression, CLEAN! the girls made me feel so comfortable discussing my potential procedure's & got me scheduled within a week! Wow! Breast augmentation was a BREEZE! The staff at the surgery center was awesome! LITTLE TO NO PAIN & NO BRUISING! They came out great and they did not exaggerate their 48 hr rapid recovery time, I felt great after 2 days! I was up and able to do some light housework within about 5 days (being very careful! No lifting or straining!) probably sooner if my next surgery wasn't 2 days later. L.Plasty procedure done in office, healing up very nicely, I was up and comfortably moving around in about 3 days! EXTREMELY SATISFIED!! HUGE THANK YOU TO DR. D'SOUZA & STAFF FOR YOUR AMAZING WORK!! read more

I have nothing but great things to say not only about Dr. D'Souza but also his staff. Everyone is welcoming and friendly and takes the time to put your mind at ease. This was my first experience with plastic surgery and I appreciated the extra time and detail that was put into it from the consultation to the post op appointments. They are overwhelming accomodating and explain everything in detail, which I needed. If you are thinking about having a procedure done I would recommend anyone visit and see for yourself. I had several consultations with different doctors and I am glad I chose the right one! I was heard about what i wanted and I achieved my goal. Thank you!​​​​ read more

I had a wonderful experience! After 3 attempts to remove a cyst at Dr. Groff In La Jolla, I was referred here. During my procedure the professionalism and the lack of stress that was presented was unmatched. When I explained my worries about the cyst coming back again, He smiled and said,"I do face lifts this is easy". 4 minutes later we were done. I had the same procedure four times. This was by far my best experience and without a doubt I know it's not coming back. I will include a picture, this is 7 days after the surgery, 20 mins after stitch removal. read more

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Friendly staff and wonderful doctor! When I was looking for a surgeon to revise my cosmetic surgery I made sure to look at their work as well as their qualifications before making an appointment for a consultation....I searched for weeks until I found Dr D'Souza. As soon as I met him I knew I was in the right place. He was so professional and also made me feel so comfortable, which was extremely important to me. Fast forward to today and I can honestly say I'm very satisfied with my results, I look forward to showing off my new body this summer! Thank you Doctor D'Souza for giving my confidence back and staff for being so good to me! read more

If I could give 10 stars I would. Dr. D'Souza and his team were amazing. He made me feel comfortable from the very first consultation. Being a former smoker it was important to him to have several weeks of no smoking before he would even perform my surgery which in my opinion was great. He wasnt going to the surgery until he felt that I would be ok and safe. That speaks volumes. I did a tummy tuck, lipo, breast reduction and lift. I am beyond happy with my results. The scaring is minimal and I cant wait to be fully healed. Im weeks post-op and feeling wonderful. I couldnt recommend Iconic enough. Wonderful. read more

I am more than 18 months post op and had some questions concerning my recovery. Although I moved out of state I reached back out to get the professional advice from Dr. D'Souza. He personally called me and gave me great feedback. I am so glad I called before making any decisions on my own. It is rare to find a surgeon who goes above and beyond even though you no longer receive treatment from them. He truly cares about his patients, past and present. I love my results and still recommend Dr. D'Souza! read more

I have nothing but good things to say about Dr. D'Souza and his entire team. I booked a consult here after seeing all the 5 star reviews on Yelp, Google, and RealSelf. The office staff reached out to me immediately after I filled out the contact form on their website. The communication is great - they text you, send email reminders, book Facetime appts if you prefer that, etc. I went in for my consultation and was sold immediately. I booked my surgery before leaving the consult and ended up cancelling the consultations I had booked with other offices. Leah and Sabrina are the 2 ladies I interacted with in the office and they are so welcoming and genuinely nice. I normally get very anxious going into doctor's offices and talking to the staff but I didn't feel that way at all at Iconic Plastic Surgery. Dr. D'Souza took his time explaining sizing for breast implants. He showed me all kinds of photos, took measurements, and gave his recommendation. He didn't rush me at all and I appreciated that. He made me feel very comfortable and I knew he was the doctor for me! I booked my surgery for 3 weeks out even though they had sooner availability. The surgery center is nearby to his office, but I believe he works out of a few different surgery centers. I ended up going with 385cc silicone implants and I love them already! I am only 5 days post op, and the rapid recovery system is LEGIT. I was feeling great by day 3! I am able to drive, go to work, and do light housework with no pain. My incisions are healing beautifully and quickly. Tylenol was all I needed instead of the pain medication. After surgery, Dr. D'Souza provided his cell phone number which I thought was a nice touch. I was able to contact him over the weekend with any questions or concerns. He also called my husband a few hours after I went home from surgery to check in on me. Side notes - - The pricing is fair and within market pricing. You really get what you pay for, so keep that in mind. - I brought my 3 year old daughter with me to my pre-op appt and the office team was so nice to her. Just wanted to mention that because it is not always that way in doctor's offices. - The office team as well as the surgery center followed COVID safety protocol and I felt very safe. Overall this was such a great experience and I have already recommended this team to my friends. read more

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If I could give the lovely team ten stars I would! I have zero regrets and would recommend them twenty times over. Feel free to inbox me for questions. I'm happy to share how great each and everyone person has been! read more

Went in for my consultation for a procedure I've been researching for nearly a year. Right away, I was greeted kindly by the staff and Dr. Gehaan D'Souza himself was also very kind and above all very, very honest with me about my expectations and realistic results. Something i deeply appreciated. He confidently assured me that the work I want done will accentuate my body to achieve the modest yet desirable aesthetic I'm looking for . (Lipo and fat transfer to my hip dips) He even called me personally a few days after to talk more about my concerns and doubts. At the end of our discussion I felt safe and sure to pursue this procedure which is scheduled in late January. I will continue to keep posting my results and updates Thank you! read more

Dr. D'Souza has my highest recommendation. Dr. D'Souza performed an otoplasty for for my 14 year-old. Before selecting him, we had several consultations. The reasons we selected Dr. D'Souza included his very impressive education and training background, his professional and personal demeanor, and his very customized approach. My son was most comfortable with Dr. D'Souza. He took tremendous care and explaining his process to us, answering all of our questions, and developing an approach that was appropriate and sensitive to a teenager. The procedure was performed under local anesthesia in their office, so that Dr. D'Souza could obtain feedback during the procedure, and the doctor permitted me to be in the room so that I could be available to my child. Following the procedure, we received excellent support and care. Dr. D'souza remained available to us post-procedure for questions during the healing process , and his office was easy to coordinate with for follow up appointments, We are very pleased with the results. My teenager is much more confident now. read more

I have waited for years to finally be able to get my boobs done and I am so glad I came across iconic plastic surgery! Dr. Gehaan is the best he immediately made me feel so comfortable, he was so patient and took the time to answer all my questions and address any of my concerns, my biggest question was if I needed a lift with my augmentation and I did. His staff as well the girls in the office are so sweet and helpful.My surgery went amazing I was back to work within a week and I had little discomfort with my surgery and I credit that to him and his great work. Thank you so much for my amazing results I will tell everybody they need to go to iconic plastic surgery for any of their plastic surgery needs. read more

I scheduled a consultation with Dr. D'Souza last year four months postpartum with my last baby. After my pregnancies with large babies, endless hours working on my fitness consistently 4-5 days a week, clean eating, I was ready. I went in for my consult and met Sabrina, immediately I felt comfortable talking with her like we were old friends then met Dr. D'Souza, they were awesome! I went ahead and scheduled my surgery date feeling comfortable with their office and the way they ran their business. I had several more consultations with other plastics, none compared to Dr. D'Souza. Today I had a tummy tuck and lipo and I can't even believe my results! I feel good and am recovering. Thank you Dr! I'm literally overjoyed with tears and am amazed by your work and professionalism. You have changed my life. read more

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I came in for Botox the results were very minimal and he does Not participate in the rewards program through botox so you will not get the the incentives you would if you went to a certified injector. Overall I would not recommend for Botox at least. Not sure about his cosmetic work although it looks pretty great on here. I was advised by another surgeon that This doctor is fresh grad plastic surgeon, I did not know this when I got his quote on his work. I find the quote to be inflated especially being he does not have the experience that other plastic surgeons have his prices should be more reasonable at least that way he can build on a clientele.. just my two cents on Iconic Plastic Surgery. read more

Very happy I finally decided to get my mommy makeover. Being in the medical field I knew I wasn't going to settle with just any surgeon & Dr D'Souza met all my expectations. He was very thorough in answering my repeated questions, patient, knowledgeable, and most importantly he made me feel comfortable. I couldn't be happier with my results. He's board certified & is a master in his craft. I highly recommend him for your surgical needs. read more

I'm beyond excited with my breast augmentation Dr. D'Souza performed on me! I am now two week post op and I couldn't be happier with my results! Dr. D'Souza was the first doctor I went to a consultation with and I knew immediately that I wanted to book my surgery with him. He spent over an hour with my family and I going over the procedure and helping me pick the perfect implant size for me. He was extremely knowledgeable and honest with what would suit my body type. I was nervous going into surgery, but the staff makes you feel extremely comfortable. The surgery went great and recovery was a piece of cake! I was back to work in a week with no problems at all. I am so happy I chose him & would recommend Iconic Plastic Surgery for anyone ! Thank you Dr. D'Souza & team!!! read more

Amazing dr! Amazing staff! He is the only surgeon I saw and he made me completely comfortable 100%, I knew from the first meeting he was going to be my surgeon! He changed my life. It has only been 8 weeks since my tummy tuck, muscle repair and lipo. He does incredible work and has changed my life forever. Recovery was easy, even with 4 kids under 8 yrs old. He was available to me anytime I needed him. I lost 100lbs In less than a year and needed a tummy tuck badly due to excess skin. I finally have the tummy I've dreamed of! read more

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I had more than 7 consultations before I found Dr.D.Souza. Dr. D.Sousa gave me a extended and detailed consultation where he explained to me some of the unnecessary procedures, because before that another doctors recommend me to make not just breast augmentation they recommend make brest augmentation with lift. So, but Dr.D.Souza said that I dont need lift and he make a really great job, result is amazing. D'Souza has a very professional team, very experienced staff and an excellent anesthetist doctor. Im very glad that I chose this clinic, amazing results, highly recommend Dr. Souza read more

Very professional and caring office. Dr D'Souza takes his time with you and explains the procedures he recommends in easy to understand language. He has a friendly and welcoming demeanor and excellent credentials. I'm very happy with my consult and look forward to seeing him in the near future. read more

Very pleased with my experience with Iconic Plastic Surgery, the Dr's honesty is what made me most comfortable, after 3 pregnancies my breast were not symmetrical and after speaking with the dr and discussing my options he explained to me in great detail how to implants would work and how the outcome would be. I saw two other Drs before deciding on Iconic and am very happy with my decision. I'm 1.5 week pre op and I feel great, only needed to take the pain medication for 2-3 days then I just took Tylenol! Excited to see how my breast look after they heal read more

Dr. De'Souza has excellent credentials, glowing reviews, and kind and caring staff at his convenient office location. He's got a direct approach which I appreciate and a great bedside manner. I've had CO2 laser done on my face before and know the results are fabulous but its a journey. After pandemic lockdown and fully vaccinated, I was ready. Then Dr. De'Souza introduced me to the SmartXide dot laser, and the results are simply stunning when done by a pro. Less prep work, minimal downtime and amazing results. Thank you for my beautiful new skin. read more

I highly recommend Dr. D'Souza for BA. He and his staff made the whole experience seamless. He asked questions about my post-op expectations and gave me guidance to help me pick a good implant size, which fit me perfect, and the recovery from surgery wasn't too bad. I was back to doing light workouts after 2 weeks and back to my usual workouts by 4 weeks. read more

I was referred to Dr. D'Souza by a friend whom I know is very particular with everything. I had an amazing experience from all the staff, they were so kind and professional. Dr. D'Souza explained everything in detail he made me feel comfortable since the first consultation I knew he was the Dr I wanted for my BA. His rapid recovery method is literally that, my recovery was super smooth and fast. I was able to go back to work after one week but if had a desk job I probably could have gone back after 2-3 days. Overall I love my results I'm so happy I found Dr. D'Souza and his whole team, I will recommend them always they are the best!! read more

Dr Dzousa And his staff are amazing they have great bedside manner and make you feel very comfortable. I had a breast augmentation back in March and the experience was great. The only thing I would recommend if you are planning to get a breast augmentation, make sure you put your foot down if you are not comfortable with the size. I wanted to go bigger but the doctor pushed for the specific CC I got. Now that I am all healed I wish I would've been more stern with my decision to go bigger considering how much I spent. That would be my only complaint. I will be looking for a second opinion so I can have the surgery again and go bigger and be happy with the size. read more

Amazing and Professional!! I am 2 1/2 months out and can not be more satisfied. From the day I met Dr D'Souza and the staff I knew I was in the right place, all my questions and concerns about surgery were answered. His professional advice and my end results were exactly what I wanted. I was never rushed, even when I would call about a question the staff would find out for me and let me know in a very timely manner. The day of surgery, he explained everything and what to expect. My recovery went smooth and I am beyond happy with my results. Dr D'Souza is amazing, and the office staff were always friendly and kind. read more

I got a lip lift w Dr. Gehaan D' Souza a month ago and I'm just in love with the results. It looks so natural and even after only one month the stitches look just perfect and you can barely see even it without make up. The staff is very friendly and attentive and they made an incredible job. Thank you so much you guys are amazing. read more

I have contemplated the idea of getting a breast augmentation for years; specially since given birth to my daughters 2 years ago. After calling different offices around the country I had a consultation with dr. D'Souza and I knew I have found the doctor to do perform my surgery . Starting from the moment I called the ladies in the office have been extremely helpful answering all my questions and always in the most polite and attentive manner. Followed up by the consultation Dr. D'Souza answer all my questions and explained the surgery, expectations and gave me his professional recommendation in regards to the surgery . day of surgery Dr. D'Souza walked in before surgery to go over the procedure one more time and just to reassured me of the outcome which definitely helped me relaxed going into surgery . I am now just over a week post op and I couldn't be happier with the way the procedure went and the personnel at iconic plastic surgery. Each of them has taken the time to answer all of my questions in details without making me feel unwelcome . Pain is almost non existent. Asides from back pain, which I know is due to my posture and going from being a side sleeper to now sleeping on my back but after speaking to Dr. D'Souza and making a few changes to the way I sleep the pain has significantly decrease and my breast look and feel amazing for being 1 week post op. I am so thankful I finally made the decision to get my breast surgery and I am confident I couldn't have picked a better doctor to perform it I had never seen a group of individuals in which every member is as polite and welcoming as everyone in this team is . read more

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Got a mommy makeover done 4 weeks ago. I am beyond happy with my results. After having my kids within a year of each other my body didn't have time to reset. I had seen three other doctors for consultations and I am so happy I with with Dr. D'Souza. Him and his staff are incredibly nice,caring and professional. I have seen him every week for post op appointments since then and he has gone above and beyond to make sure my results are perfect! read more

It has been 3 years since my breast augmentation surgery and my breasts are looking better and better. He is a great Doctor who truly listens to your wants and will give you a natural look but have people guessing if there real or not lol I highly recommend Dr. D'souza if you're looking for breast augmentation. read more

I have researched about 5 different practices and came in for consultations. Dr. D'Souza was extremely thorough and explained exactly in what he planned to do for my surgery. He was completely honest and professional. His whole staff was very welcoming to me snd took great care of me through the whole process. Dr. D'Souza even had a caregiver to pick me up and drive me home as well as spent the night to ensure I was taken care of. That eased a lot of my anxiety since I didn't plan that important piece but he had contingency plans for such things that may happen. I have Developed such a great relationship with Dr. D'Souza as well as the whole staff and feel extremely happy and grateful for my results and I'll definitely come back here if I choose to do any other surgeries in the future. read more

I have desired to get breast augmentation in a while since I got into bodybuilding. However, the time was never right. I did a few consultation prior to Dr. DSouza but it was hard to commit. My favorite part of this beside the result was how spontaneous it was. This kind of the scenario was now or never. Megan (the ladies helped me out a lot and also answered a lot of my personal questions. Megan I really love the bra brand you recommended) asked me when I wanted to do surgery and yeah 2 weeks later... after years of contemplating. It was accomplished, My husband and loves the girls. Thank you Ladies & Dr. DSouza. read more

I've always been pretty insecure with my breasts since my teenage years and it got worse after having my son. I went to Iconic and during the first visit I knew it was the perfect choice for me. Being a full time stay at home it was important to me to only be on bed rest for a month and with the doctors rapid recovery method I recovered in a week I barely even needed to take pain medication! I couldn't have picked a better team to help me gain my confidence again and I barely have any scars. My size is perfect and proportionate to my body at 385cc even my husband is surprised with how natural they look. The bedside manner of the office and the surgical team was amazing. Thank you Dr. D'Souza read more

I had wanted a breast augmentation since I can ever remember and after having my son, I wanted one even more. I had met with a different plastic surgeon about 5 years back, and the experience was not what I had hoped for. Because of this, I was more skeptical about going though with it. I decided to try again in March and scheduled a consultation with Iconic Plastic Surgery. After meeting with Dr. D'Souza and his staff, I felt so comfortable and safe and excited to follow through with the procedure! I scheduled my surgery the same day as my consultation and am so happy I did. The results are just what I hoped for and I feel so much more confident and comfortable in my own skin. 10/10 recommend :) read more

Dr.D'Souza and his staff are amazing! I am so happy with my results and so glad I chose them for my tummy tuck and breast implant replacement.Dr.D'Souza is very caring and compassionate. He knows what he is doing and he always had my best interest in mind, through it all. Thee staff took such wonderful care of me! Iris was a total gem and so helpful, as well. Thank you all so much! I would recommend them time and time again. read more

Very pleased with Iconic. Dr D'Souza has exceptional bedside manner; took his time with me and explained everything he is doing and was attentive to the state I was in. I was a new patient and new to procedures that I am sure they do dozens of times a day but both front office and Dr D'Souza were very patient and calming without making me feel like a scaredy-cat . AND the Botox and fillers look GREAT! Exactly like I wanted. Fresh, natural, youthful! read more

Words can not convey how awesome Dr. D'Souza and his staff are. My journey with him and his staff started a year ago when he did a facelift and eyelid surgery. A month later he did my tummy tuck and breasts lift. A month ago he did an eyebrow lift procedure. All with phenomenal results. Dr. D'Souza is an artist and a perfectionist. Coupled with his bedside manners not only makes him an amazing surgeon, but a truly great man with a heart of gold. Thank you for making me feel a part of your family. read more