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    3.1 (135 reviews)
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    I hope sharing my experience will help potential patients make an informed decision. 1. The consultation was with a patient care employee instead of the surgeon. This salesperson overpromised what the surgeon underdelivered. 2. I had the same surgery performed three times with them only for me to end up with a double chin and my face to end up lopsided. 3. The first surgery didn't have significant results as one would expect after enduring that much pain and paying that much money. 4. I had to wait six months to get approved for a satisfaction guarantee revision surgery that caused nerve damage and left half of my mouth droopy for at least a week and slowly started to get better after a month thanks to outside treatment. I was beyond distressed, as would be expected, but SonoBello did not call me back with any solutions when I immediately alerted them about the situation. 5. After practically begging and waiting another six months, they performed a third surgery to try and even out my face (which I had to pay the surgery fee for again) that still left my face asymmetrical. 6. After begging management to call me back, they never did. But one of their Venus technicians said they would give me two skin tightening laser treatments for free. Which is a joke since two treatments is not going to make my face symmetrical again. I am grateful for him for trying, unlike management. 7. Their scheduling is very unreliable. 90% of my appointments got rescheduled due to scheduling conflicts on their end. 8. Their managers are always "in a meeting" and never call you back. 9. The only positive thing about my experience is that their nurses and the Venus technician are extremely nice people. UPDATE: I was able to get in touch with one of SonoBello's patient experience directors to discuss all of my concerns and brainstorm acceptable solutions. They were extremely supportive and I truly appreciate their efforts to make things right.

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    The staff has been wonderful- very friendly and attentive. I had the abx procedure and my outcome was exceeded my expectations.

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    Had this expensive procedure done and it did not work. Don't waste your money. It was a waste of time and money

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    Ask the Community - Sono Bello San Diego

    Can the procedure tighten wrinkles from weight loss?

    Yes absolutely we have great solutions for skin tightening and removal depending on what will work best for your current needs. If you are interested in learning more or scheduling a free consultation please give us a call / text at 1-888-584-8918.

    How much does it cost?

    our cost per treatment area depends on the number of treated areas and patient BMI. We tailor our procedures to your unique body and goals, so the best way to get an accurate price quote is to call and schedule a free consultation. If you are… 

    You can't remove the loose skin resulting from the procedure?

    There is something they do to remove the excess skin a lot less scary than a tummy tuck too. I believe it's called "Lower Abdominal Excess Skin Removal".

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    Review Highlights - Sono Bello San Diego

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    Cosmetic Laser Dermatology - Our amazing team of experts.

    Cosmetic Laser Dermatology

    4.3(699 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$$

    I love Dr. Fabi so much. I've been seeing her for 10 years, and I genuinely look better now than…read morewhen I started. That says everything. She listens to my concerns and I have complete confidence that when she recommends something to me, she has my best interest in mind and the results are always natural. I always look like myself -- just better. I've referred multiple friends to her and they've all had the same experience. Highly recommend without hesitation.

    I contacted Cosmetic Laser Dermatology because I was interested in a specific cosmetic filler…read moretreatment and wanted basic pricing before scheduling. The experience was disappointing and, in my opinion, not transparent. I asked multiple times for pricing on a clearly defined request: two syringes of cheek filler, including common options such as Voluma, Restylane Lyft, Restylane Contour, or RHA 4. Instead of a meaningful estimate, I was told the price could range from $400 to $3,000. That range is so broad that it is almost meaningless. The real concern is that the practice then expects patients to pay a $250 consultation fee just to find out what the service may actually cost. I fully understand that a physician needs to evaluate anatomy, goals, product choice, and treatment planning before giving a final recommendation. But for common self-pay cosmetic injectables, a medical practice should be able to provide baseline pricing, including consultation fees, per-syringe pricing, and realistic treatment ranges before asking someone to pay for a consult. The staff member I spoke with was polite, and this review is not about the doctors' clinical skill. The physicians may be excellent. My concern is with the business policy and the lack of upfront pricing transparency. As someone who has worked in healthcare for many years, I found this approach troubling. Patients should not have to pay $250 just to get basic pricing information for a commonly performed cosmetic service. It creates mistrust and makes the financial side of the practice feel opaque and unfair. I chose not to move forward because I did not feel comfortable with the pricing process. I would encourage the practice to publish clear pricing ranges, train staff to answer basic cost questions, and provide patients with useful cost information before requiring a paid consultation.

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    Pacific Lipo - San Diego - Lipo to back bra, love handles, flanks, with small fat transfer/BBL for more youthful shape.

    Pacific Lipo - San Diego

    4.5(301 reviews)
    0.9 miUniversity City

    Dr. Bivens and the Pacific Lipo team are outstanding. From the moment Dr Bivens walked in the room…read morehis demeanor, professionalism and approach put me at ease. I knew this was the right place for my procedure. Stef is one of my absolute favorites. Her radiant personality, kindness and care translate to exceptional customer service. She always takes a moment to say hi when she sees me and recalls personal details. From start to finish, the team has always provided support with all my questions and have aided in my journey. They are the real deal here and truly care. Tania has provided information as well as amazing massage to help with post op care. I highly recommend Pacific Lipo.

    There truly aren't enough words to express how grateful I am to Pacific Lipo and Dr. Gocken. From…read moremy first phone call to my consultation. To my procedure and post-op appointments. Every single experience exceeded my expectations. I had a fat transfer procedure with Dr. Gocken and I honestly couldn't be happier with my results. He is skilled, attentive, and patient. He took the time to answer all of my questions and address any concerns. I felt heard, informed and confident every step of the way. The entire team was fantastic! The front desk girls always welcomed me with a smile, the nurses were incredibly compassionate and reassuring, and the anesthesiologist (shout-out to Chris!) made me feel completely at ease. They were genuinely invested in making my experience a positive one and their warmth made all the difference. Choosing to have surgery is such a personal and vulnerable experience, and I'm so thankful I trusted PacificLipo and Dr. G. I not only got beautiful results and confidence but also an experience I'll always be grateful for. Thank you for making what could have been a stressful experience feel so positive and life-changing.

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    Pacific Lipo - San Diego - Upper & lower abdomen with love handles lipo under local anesthesia (while patient fully awake).

    Upper & lower abdomen with love handles lipo under local anesthesia (while patient fully awake).

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    Robert Kearney, MD, FACS

    Robert Kearney, MD, FACS

    4.6(96 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    Free consultations
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    Came to Dr Kearney from Lancaster, CA. Had consults with doctors in Vegas, Beverly Hills, LA and…read morehim. He was the only one that made me feel at ease and didn't try to upsell me. The procedure and the recovery were a breeze. I came to him for a neck lift and I will be back to him for my next procedure! It's been a few months and I am very happy with the results. He didn't make big incisions and remove a bunch of skin like all the other doctors wanted to do, and he was more affordable! Great guy, great surgeon!

    I went in for a consultation last week and left feeling very uncomfortable. From the start, before…read morethe consultation even began, I was asked to take photos for a simulation without being properly asked or informed, which I declined. During the consultation, I clearly explained what I was looking for. He mentioned under-the-armpit incisions, which interested me, but then quickly insisted that I would need a lift. I explained that I was extremely uncomfortable with a lift due to scarring, but my concerns were dismissed. He spoke very fast, was insistent, and both my support person and I felt lost and talked over. He told me my nipples were "turned down," which I disagreed with, and made unsolicited comments such as women not wanting to "look like a boy," that "guys don't care about scars," and that "you either have scars or you don't have bigger boobs." These comments felt inappropriate and made me feel pressured and insecure rather than supported. Overall, I felt that he did not listen to my goals or respect my boundaries. I booked this consultation specifically because of his advertised experience with endoscopic transaxillary cases and made my preferences very clear, yet I felt pushed toward a procedure I did not want. I would not trust this doctor and would recommend finding a surgeon who truly listens and has experience in the specific approach you're looking for. Additionally after the consultation, I called the office again to clarify whether it would be possible to proceed with an under-the-armpit approach without a lift, since I am comfortable with my breast shape and simply want more volume. He responded that I would "have the same breasts, just bigger," and that I would still have "the same problem." I explained that I do not see my breasts as a problem and that I like them as they are. He then told me that I should find a different doctor.

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    La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre - La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre, est. 1988

    La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre

    4.5(495 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$$
    37 years in business
    Free consultations

    Dr. Reyes and the entire team at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre were amazing. My liposuction and…read moregyno surgery exceeded my expectations, and the results gave me the confidence and motivation to completely change my lifestyle. I committed to healthy eating and regular exercise, and in less than six months I lost 35 pounds. I'm so grateful to Dr. Reyes for helping me take the first step toward becoming a healthier, happier version of myself. This was one of the best decisions I've ever made, and I highly recommend him.

    This is the best place for cosmetic procedures that I've been to in San Diego…read more I've been to a few places in San Marcos and Rancho Bernardo. None of them compared to here! I came for Botox due to migraines and TMJ dysfunction. I was seen by Kathy and she was 100% real and honest with me. She told me what I needed and what I didn't need, which I greatly appreciated her honesty. She told me the plan and the results we are aiming for. When I've been to other places are just like OK here's your injection this is the standard amount, See you in x amount of months for the same amount. That's not how this place is, Kathy told me that the goal is to keep my symptoms at bay and not go through up and downs, where I'm having symptoms and I get treatment, it goes away and it comes backs. I now have a clear goal and plan where she will assess how I'm going after each treatment and see how to adjust for the next. after just a few days I already see positive changes. On another note when coming here it is in the medical center so come 15 minutes before your appointment to give you time to park and find the place since it is an area with a lot of medical offices. Also, you do have to pay to park but they did validate my parking.

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    Johan Brahme, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon at La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre Highly rated 4.8/5 stars by RealPatientRatings

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    The La Jolla Institute Of Plastic Surgery - Dr. James Pietraszek

    The La Jolla Institute Of Plastic Surgery

    4.7(37 reviews)
    0.8 miUniversity City

    I decided to get a consultation for breast augmentation after having 4 kids and about to turn 41…read more My mom actually had several services done over 20 years ago from Dr. Pietraszek and only had good things to say about her experience. I booked my consultation in mid-May of 2022 and was able to get my surgery done by the end of June. I appreciated that all the staff didn't pressure me to get big implants and that their ultimate goal is to look natural. I'm 5'3" and 145 lbs. I decided to get saline implants, through the areola and wanted no more than 380 cc. My left breast is actually bigger than my right so we went with a smaller implant on that side... now they're identical. Pre-op consisted of blood work and a mammogram. Dr. Pietraszek, the anethesist and all the staff were so friendly and helpful throughout the whole process. The follow up appointments post surgery were on day 3, 6 and 9 then I have another about a month in a half post surgery. Post surgery care emphasizes massages, taking it easy and the correct bra support. I highly recommend Dr. Pietraszek and will be back for other services.

    Avoid @ all costs. This DR needs to retire & this practice should be shut down. How much did you…read morepay Yelp to get the reviews of Sandy removed? This practice is unsafe and should be reported to the medical board. Sandy is unhinged and unstable. She should not have her RN license if that's even what she has. Do not get surgery or treatment here. The surgical assistants show up drunk from the night before.

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    The La Jolla Institute Of Plastic Surgery - I have never felt so comfortable and confident about my body. Thank you Dr. Pietraszek and staff!!

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    I have never felt so comfortable and confident about my body. Thank you Dr. Pietraszek and staff!!

    Alexus Surgery Center & Medspa - The aftermath of today's facial!

    Alexus Surgery Center & Medspa

    4.8(68 reviews)
    1.6 miSorrento Valley
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    Dr. Alexander and his team are genuinely caring and somehow make every patient feel like they're…read morethe only one there. Care is truly customized to each person, with zero pressure to upsell anything--just thoughtful, honest recommendations. I'm especially grateful that Dr. Alexander prioritizes patients so highly that he even sees people on the weekend when needed. The results speak for themselves, and I couldn't be more thankful for this practice and the level of care they provide.

    I am going to write two reviews in one here:) FACIALS:…read moreSo when you get a procedure here they offer you a complimentary facial and IPL Treatment within one year. I made and appointment for a facial about 6 months after my eye surgery and was booked with Courtney and she was AMAZING!!!! After my first facial I have already had another one and booked my third one with her. She is so nice and knowledgeable she told me everything she was doing and anything she suggested (without a sales pitch) and made sure to answer all of my questions. I am a now going for facials once a month with Courtney and my skin is looking amazing if I do say so myself:) EYE SURGERY: I came to Dr. Alexander for under eye surgery I had 3 consultations and I ended up going with Dr. Alexander, he made me feel very comfortable and answered my million questions prior, during and post surgery and was just so nice and never made me feel like I was annoying him by all my questions, I have never had surgery before so I was a nervous nelly. I have never known any Dr to reply to messages himself directly and in a timely manner and did I mention I got my surgery near the holidays so I text him on Christmas Eve and he replied? I'm just beyond impressed. My under eyes look AMAZING my only regret is I didn't do it sooner, I feel so much younger and more confident and if I didn't write this review no one would ever know I had a surgery. I can't say enough good things about this practice from my very first email with Joel

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