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Dr. Mario Yco, M.D.

Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Mario Yco is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in Carlsbad, CA. Dr. Yco specializes in the enhancement of appearance. Improving aesthetic, symmetry and proportion are key goals in cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic medicine has nothing to do with these specific areas not functioning properly; therefore, this elective field solely focuses on aesthetics and anti-aging.
45 years Experience
Dr. Mario Yco, M.D.
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • Univ of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca
  • Accepting new patients

What is the best age to get a facelift?

If your face begins to sag, it's generally better to get a facelift before age 60 than later because you'll heal better and you'll get more "mileage" out of it. However, there's READ MORE
If your face begins to sag, it's generally better to get a facelift before age 60 than later because you'll heal better and you'll get more "mileage" out of it. However, there's really no perfect age to get a facelift. It all depends on when you feel it's time to reverse the aging process. Remember that there are also many non-surgical options that you may be a candidate for which may help to delay the surgical option.

Does skin tighten after liposuction?

At your age, you still have great elasticity and you should do well as your skin will accommodate and most likely tighten. However, after age 40, you will most likely need to add READ MORE
At your age, you still have great elasticity and you should do well as your skin will accommodate and most likely tighten. However, after age 40, you will most likely need to add a tightening device such as a laser or radiofrequency.

Can you do liposuction twice?

Yes, if there was enough fat left behind from your first liposuction procedure. Your surgeon will carefully examine the area of concern and repeat the procedure if appropriate. READ MORE
Yes, if there was enough fat left behind from your first liposuction procedure. Your surgeon will carefully examine the area of concern and repeat the procedure if appropriate.

How long is recovery from septoplasty?

In most cases, you can recover from a Septoplasty within a week but it will take a full 6 weeks or longer to heal well enough before resuming your normal exercise routine.

How long do blepharoplasty scars take to heal?

It will take a full year for your scars to fully heal, but it should only take 2-3 months for your scars to fade. You should be able to start using eye make-up within 2 weeks.

Is it worth getting a rhinoplasty?

Only you can determine if it is worth getting a rhinoplasty. However, you can see a board certified surgeon to help with your decision and to determine your risk to benefit ratio. READ MORE
Only you can determine if it is worth getting a rhinoplasty. However, you can see a board certified surgeon to help with your decision and to determine your risk to benefit ratio. Most rhinoplasty procedures in the right hands are straight forward and carry little risk.