Orange County Plastic Surgery

Orange County Plastic Surgery Juris Bunkis, MD, FACS is a Harvard trained, board certified plastic surgeon for over 35 years If your goal is to look younger or better, Dr. Bunkis can help.

Bringing together the very special talents and surgical expertise of its professional staff, Dr. Bunkis offers an array of exclusive anti-aging treatments to help you recapture that youthful glow. Best of all, the center’s computer imaging system will allow you to get a sneak preview of the expected outcome from your desired surgical procedure. Dr. Bunkis specializes in the newest techniques for face and forehead lifts, including the mid face and short scar face lifts, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), minimally invasive brow lifts, microfat grafting, rhinoplasty, liposuction, abdominoplasty, breast reduction / uplift through the short scar techniques, augmentation mammoplasty (breast enlargement), and the current rage, labial reduction (labiaplasty) and buttocks enhancements. There is also a state-of-the-art laser suite featuring a variety of lasers especially adapted to treat fine lines and wrinkles, spider veins, rosacea and other pigmented lesions of the face and body. In addition, we offer a full line of skin care products and custom-designed skin care programs.

Grateful today & always. Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁🤎
11/27/2025

Grateful today & always. Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍁🤎

The season reminds us how grateful we are for every single patient who chooses us! Thank you for trusting Orange County ...
11/26/2025

The season reminds us how grateful we are for every single patient who chooses us! Thank you for trusting Orange County Plastic Surgery with your beauty, confidence, and care — we honored to be part of your journey🤍

Because holiday season is the perfect time to treat yourself — & Renuvion skin tightening gives you that smooth, lifted,...
11/26/2025

Because holiday season is the perfect time to treat yourself — & Renuvion skin tightening gives you that smooth, lifted, gobble-free contour✨

⭐️Cyber Monday Sneak Peak⭐️
$500 off Skin Tightening this upcoming Monday only!! December 1, 2025 - Call in to secure, one day only 🤭

SEVEN days away until our Cyber Monday deals are live!! Turn on notifications… you are going to love this reveal✨ - Call...
11/24/2025

SEVEN days away until our Cyber Monday deals are live!!

Turn on notifications… you are going to love this reveal✨

- Call in on Cyber Monday, December 1, 2025 to secure (one day only)
- No banking & pre-purchasing 💌
- Injectables to be completed by 12/31/2025
- Surgical Consultations must be scheduled by 01/31/2026 & surgery to be scheduled by 02/28/2026💉

Seven days away until our Cyber Monday deals are live!! Turn on notifications… you are going to love this reveal✨ - Call...
11/24/2025

Seven days away until our Cyber Monday deals are live!!

Turn on notifications… you are going to love this reveal✨

- Call in on Cyber Monday, December 1, 2025 to secure
- No banking & pre-purchasing 💌
- Injectables to be completed by 12/31/2025
- Surgical Consultations must be scheduled by 01/31/2026 & surgery to be scheduled by 02/28/2026💉

Fat Can Make Your Hands Look Younger - By Dr. Deborah EkstromOrange County Plastic Surgery, Corona del Mar/Newport Beach...
11/24/2025

Fat Can Make Your Hands Look Younger - By Dr. Deborah Ekstrom
Orange County Plastic Surgery, Corona del Mar/Newport Beach,

Let’s start with a quick quiz:
Which of the following is NOT a common sign of aging in the hands?
A. Skin thinning
B. Pronounced veins and tendons
C. Loss of subcutaneous volume
D. Increased nail growth
E. Pigmentation changes
Correct answer: D. Increased nail growth

The hands often reveal our age sooner than the face. Over time, we experience skin thinning, sun-induced pigmentation, and loss of subcutaneous tissue, which exposes veins, tendons, and bony structures. While skin quality can be improved with medical-grade skincare, chemical peels, and lasers, the most transformative option for aging hands is microfat grafting.
During this minimally invasive procedure, a small amount of fat is harvested from an area such as the abdomen or thighs, processed, and precisely injected into the dorsum of the hands. This added volume softens prominent veins and tendons, restoring a smoother, more youthful appearance.
Ideal candidates are healthy individuals with visible hand skeletonization or volume loss who desire natural-looking rejuvenation. Results are immediate, long-lasting, and require little downtime.
Microfat grafting is another powerful tool in our aesthetic armamentarium—helping our patients look as vibrant on the outside as they feel on the inside.

Blurring the details because the real reveal happens soon…✨One of our biggest aesthetic savings of the year – for one da...
11/18/2025

Blurring the details because the real reveal happens soon…✨

One of our biggest aesthetic savings of the year – for one day only!!

• Call in on Cyber Monday, December 1st 2025, to secure✨ Open from 8:30am - 5:00pm PST ✨
• Injectables must be redeemed by 12/31/2025
• Surgical Consultations must be scheduled by 01/31/2026 & surgery to be scheduled by 02/28/2026💉
• No banking & no pre-purchasing 💌

Turn on post notification so you don’t miss the reveal!!

11/18/2025

Priecīgus Valsts Svētkus!
Happy Independence Day, Latvia

The Role of Optimism in Healing and Recovery - By Dr. Deborah EkstromOrange County Plastic Surgery, Corona del Mar/Newpo...
11/17/2025

The Role of Optimism in Healing and Recovery - By Dr. Deborah Ekstrom
Orange County Plastic Surgery, Corona del Mar/Newport Beach,

Let’s start with a quick quiz:
Which of the following statements about optimism and healing is true?
A. Optimism only affects mood, not physical recovery.
B. Optimists tend to experience slower healing due to higher expectations.
C. Optimism has been linked to faster recovery, less pain, and greater satisfaction after surgery.
D. Optimism is determined entirely by genetics.
E. Optimism has no measurable impact on inflammation or immunity.
✅ Correct answer: C. Numerous studies show that optimism is associated with faster healing, less need for pain medication, fewer complications, and higher patient satisfaction.

I learned the importance of optimism, growing up on a dairy farm in Minnesota, while dreaming about becoming a physician. I studied the effects of optimism, or lack thereof, during my psychiatry training, before I embarked on a career as a plastic surgeon. In aesthetic surgery, we often focus on technical precision and post-operative care—but a vital ingredient in recovery is often overlooked: the patient’s mindset. Optimism isn’t just a pleasant attitude; it’s a measurable factor that directly affects physical healing.

A systematic review of patients undergoing heart bypass surgery found that those with higher levels of optimism had fewer complications, less rehospitalization, and improved quality of life (PubMed, 2022). Another meta-analysis of over 80 studies reported a consistent positive link between optimism and better overall physical health outcomes (Oxford Academic, 2009).

For aesthetic patients, this translates into several meaningful benefits:
Faster healing and reduced pain: Optimism is linked to lower pain scores and quicker recovery after surgery. Optimists have lower inflammation markers and better immune responses, as shown in studies on stroke and surgical recovery (American Heart Association, 2020).

Less dependence on pain medication: Patients who expect to recover well often perceive less pain and use fewer analgesics.
Higher satisfaction with results: Optimistic patients focus on long-term improvements rather than temporary swelling or bruising, leading to greater overall satisfaction.
Optimism also promotes practical healing behaviors—better nutrition, exercise, sleep, and adherence to post-operative instructions. Patients with a positive mindset tend to follow through on wound care, attend follow-up visits, and engage proactively in their recovery.
If you’re preparing for any aesthetic procedure, consider cultivating optimism as part of your surgical preparation. Here are three simple exercises:
Visualize your successful recovery each morning.
Keep a gratitude journal—write down three good things daily.
Use positive self-talk: “I am healing well. I am improving every day.”
For you, our patient, this means that cultivating a positive outlook matters — not superficially, but as part of your preparation and recovery framework. We invite you to orient your mindset toward the future you want (vibrant, rejuvenated, active), rather than the short-term discomfort.
In my practice with Dr. Bunkis, we emphasize not only the technical excellence of facial rejuvenation, but also the environment and mindset in which healing takes place. As my colleague often says: we perform beautiful surgery — and optimism helps turn that into beautiful living.
Optimism is not just “thinking good thoughts.” It is a practical, evidence-based adjunct to surgical recovery that each of us can encourage and embrace.
At Orange County Plastic Surgery, Dr. Bunkis and I believe that surgery restores form—but optimism helps restore spirit. By combining precise technique with a hopeful outlook, our patients truly experience beautiful healing from the inside out.

Mentor MemoryGel Smooth XTRA implants are engineered for patients seeking a soft, cohesive silicone feel with added proj...
11/15/2025

Mentor MemoryGel Smooth XTRA implants are engineered for patients seeking a soft, cohesive silicone feel with added projection and upper-pole fullness. This design allows natural movement while the higher fill ratio of the XTRA line helps reduce visible rippling & maintains long-term shape stability 🍒

For a personalized implant consultation, book with us at Orange County Plastic Surgery💌 Your surgical plan is tailored with precision, safety & long-term outcomes in mind🤍



11/13/2025

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The hands, hearts & minds behind your transformation🤍

Come say Hi to the faces you’ll be seeing at your next visit!! Or give us a call to book a consultation if you don’t have one already💌

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Corona Del Mar, CA
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If your goal is to look younger or better, Dr. Bunkis can help. Bringing together the very special talents and surgical expertise of its professional staff, Dr. Bunkis offers an array of exclusive anti-aging treatments to help you recapture that youthful glow. Best of all, the center’s computer imaging system will allow you to get a sneak preview of the expected outcome from your desired surgical procedure. Dr. Bunkis specializes in the newest techniques for face and forehead lifts, including the mid face and short scar face lifts, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), minimally invasive brow lifts, microfat grafting, rhinoplasty, liposuction, abdominoplasty, breast reduction / uplift through the short scar techniques, augmentation mammoplasty (breast enlargement), and the current rage, labial reduction (labiaplasty) and buttocks enhancements. There is also a state-of-the-art laser suite featuring a variety of lasers especially adapted to treat fine lines and wrinkles, spider veins, rosacea and other pigmented lesions of the face and body. In addition, we offer a full line of skin care products and custom-designed skin care programs.