Roy Kim, MD

Roy Kim, MD Dr. Roy Kim is a board certified Plastic Surgeon in San Francisco and Los Angeles focusing on breast

12/10/2025

⚖️ Can weight changes affect your facelift or neck lift results?
Absolutely yes.

Aging skin and fluctuating weight go hand in hand — when you gain or lose weight quickly, your facial skin stretches or deflates, which can loosen your facelift results over time.

To protect your investment:
1️⃣ Avoid major weight swings.
2️⃣ Focus on collagen banking — treatments, skincare, and nutrition that help your skin maintain firmness and elasticity.

Long-term results come from consistency, not extremes. So now you know. 💛

12/09/2025

Two ways to refresh the under-eye 👀✨

When it comes to lower eyelid rejuvenation, you’ve basically got two options:
1 Fat pad repositioning
2 Fat grafting

✅ Fat pad repositioning can be great in younger patients or in those rare “lucky anatomy” cases where there’s just enough natural fullness.

But for most people…
➡️ there simply isn’t enough fat there to give a smooth, beautiful transition.

That’s why I usually add fat grafting—a tiny harvest from elsewhere, carefully purified, then placed under the eyes to restore the right amount of volume for a natural, rested look 

Translation: it’s not about “one technique fits all.” It’s about choosing what actually gives you the best result.

So now you know. 😉

Questions about under-eye hollows or bags? Drop them below ⬇️

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

12/08/2025

Let’s talk about dynamic wrinkles. 💉✨

Dynamic wrinkles are the lines you see only when your face moves.
👆 Raise your eyebrows → forehead lines
😠 Frown → “11 lines” between the brows
😎 Squint → crow’s feet at the corners of your eyes

When your face relaxes, those lines fade or disappear—that’s what makes them dynamic.

🎥 Watch the full Botox education series on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/IJGW46n4DE8

“I don’t want to look different… I just want my skin to look Korean.” 🇰🇷That’s what I’m hearing more often in clinic — p...
12/05/2025

“I don’t want to look different… I just want my skin to look Korean.” 🇰🇷

That’s what I’m hearing more often in clinic — patients aren’t asking for a new face, just new surface quality: smoother texture, tighter pores, hydrated glow, and skin that looks HD in real life.

In my new Substack article, I explain:
✅ What “Korean skin” really means (surface > structure)
✅ Why the U.S. is just getting started with skin boosters
✅ What Korea already has — like Juvelook, Rejuran, and exosome treatments
✅ How to adapt these techniques for U.S. patients safely

Read the full article here ⬇️
👉 https://drroykim.substack.com/p/k-beauty-skin-boosters-7-things-korea

Pause for a sec. This is the exact thing I’m hearing in clinic lately: “I don’t want to look different… I just want my s...
12/05/2025

Pause for a sec. This is the exact thing I’m hearing in clinic lately: “I don’t want to look different… I just want my skin to look Korean.” 🇰🇷✨
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Not a new face- a new surface:
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smoother texture,
tighter pores,
hydrated glow,
skin that looks high-definition in real life.
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I packed 7 takeaways into 5 slides. Here’s your swipe roadmap:
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Swipe 1: What “Korean skin” really means (surface > shape).
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Swipe 2: Why the U.S. is early. We have one true FDA skin booster (SkinVive) and micro-Botox only works as a booster if you use it that way.
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Swipe 3: What Korea has that we don’t yet (PDLLA+HA hybrids like Juvelook, polynucleotides like Rejuran, exosomes, collagen boosters).
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Swipe 4: Same materials, totally different goal. Korea uses CaHA and PLLA in “skin mode” for texture and glow, not just lift or volume.
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Swipe 5: The sleeper booster we already have but underuse in the U.S.: nanofat.
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If you want to see the Korean approach in real life, my visit to a Korean skincare clinic is linked in my bio. 🎥
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Tell me after you swipe:
Are you chasing SKIN quality or SHAPE changes right now? 👇
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12/04/2025

The key takeaway? 💉✨
Botox doesn’t plump the skin.

It works by calming the muscles underneath—the ones repeatedly folding the skin and creating wrinkles over time.

Those lines caused by expression are called dynamic wrinkles.
Once those lines stay, even when your face is resting, they become static wrinkles.

Understanding this difference helps you know when Botox will help—and when you may need additional treatments.

🎥 Watch the full breakdown on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/IJGW46n4DE8

12/04/2025

Soft upgrade, big confidence!
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This patient didn’t want a dramatic change – just a little more curve and balance with her frame.
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We used 350 cc implants to give her a slightly fuller, more proportionate look that still feels like her, just turned up a notch. 💕
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Natural-looking results are all about matching implant size to your body, your lifestyle, and your goals – not someone else’s.
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Thinking about breast augmentation and want a subtle change too? Bring your photos, your questions, and your real-lifegoals — we’ll design a plan just for you. 👙
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👇 Drop your questions about implant size or “how big is 350 cc?” in the comments!
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12/03/2025

💡 Should you go for the lowest-priced plastic surgery?
The short answer: maybe — but proceed with caution.

Even for something as simple as neuromodulator injections (like Botox), the injector’s training, experience, and attention to detail make a huge difference. And when it comes to surgery, the variables multiply — quality, technique, and safety can’t be compromised.

Before you decide, make sure you’re:
✅ Educated about the procedure
✅ Comparing equivalent products and expertise
✅ Choosing a provider who prioritizes safety over sales

Your health and confidence are worth it. ✨

12/02/2025

Think you’re too young for a lower eyelid lift? Think again! 👀
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The decision to get rid of under-eye bags is more nuanced than just age or loose skin. Before you rush into filler, you need to ask yourself two crucial questions:
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1 How severe is the bag?
2 Do you have a history of severe allergies or swelling?
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If the answer to that second question is YES, filler might be permanently off the table! 
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Our latest video explains why a surgical Lower Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty) may be necessary—even for younger patients—to truly remove the eye bag, fill the groove underneath, and deliver the permanent results you want.
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Drop a comment: What’s the biggest misconception you’ve heard about correcting under-eye bags? 👇
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12/02/2025

What is Botox, really? 💉✨

Botox is a brand name for a type of medication called a neuromodulator.
It’s not filler.
It’s not skincare.
And it doesn’t “fill in” wrinkles.

Neuromodulators are injectable medications that temporarily relax muscle activity, softening lines caused by movement—like frowning or squinting.

Botox was the first, but today there are several trusted brands in the same family.

🎥 Watch the full breakdown on my YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/IJGW46n4DE8

12/01/2025

💉 Full-face finesse using Restylane

Today’s treatment plan:
✨ Restylane Lift for the temples — strong support and structure
✨ Restylane Contour for the cheeks — soft volume with natural movement

📲 Book your custom facial balancing session with Dr. Roy Kim today.

12/01/2025

Breast Upgrade: Exchange + Lift
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Time for an update! This patient transformed her previous breast augmentation by addressing natural ptosis (sagging) and dated implants.
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The Winning Combination
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Implant Exchange: Refreshed volume with modern implants.
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Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Essential for removing loose skin and restoring a youthful, high position.
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🤫 The Scar Secret
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Achieving this stunning lift and shape required a vertical incision (the ‘Lollipop’ pattern).
BUT CHECK THIS OUT: Our meticulous technique ensured the scar has healed so well, it is already incredibly difficult to see!
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You can have a dramatic lift without sacrificing beautiful scar outcome. I use every hack and tweak possible to minimize visibility while maximizing contour!
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Ready to discuss your breast evolution? Call us for a consultation!
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