Matthew J Nykiel MD

Matthew J Nykiel MD Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery Office based in Newport Beach & Upland, CA. Restoring confidence, one patient at a time 🌟
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12/27/2025

The holidays are here, but if you've recently had surgery, there are some things you need to skip! Here are the top 5 mistakes to avoid:

1. Drinking Alcohol 🍷❌

NO alcohol, especially within 2 weeks post-op or while taking medications. Enjoy a mocktail or ginger beer instead!

2. Dancing 💃❌

Even if you're 2, 4, or 6 weeks out, avoid dancing! It raises your blood pressure, which can cause bleeding or tear healing incisions.

3. Eating Too Many Sweets 🍪❌

Enjoy treats in moderation, but avoid sugar overload. High sugar and insulin spikes impair healing and increase infection risk. Eat consciously and healthily!

4. Being Around Smoking 🚬❌

Avoid cigarette, cigar, or ANY secondhand smoke. It decreases oxygenated blood flow and can kill tissue. If people are smoking, step outside for fresh air.

5. Taking Off Surgical Garments 👗❌

If you're within 6 weeks post-op, DO NOT remove your compression garments or post-op bras, even for holiday events. They're vital for proper healing!
Remember: This advice applies to most patients, but always check with YOUR board-certified plastic surgeon about your specific procedure and timeline.

Enjoy the holidays safely and heal well! 💙🎁

Ready to take the next step? Contact us to get started! Book your appointment here: https://www.buttsbydesign.com/book-appointment/

12/27/2025

It's the holidays, so we're checking our list twice! Are you on the naughty or nice list when it comes to plastic surgery? Let's find out:

NICE LIST ✅

🎁 Understanding Results Take Time – Breast implants need 6 weeks to 3 months to settle, facelifts take 6 weeks to 3 months to soften, and BBLs take 2 weeks for the butt to drop plus 3 months for swelling to resolve. Good things come to those who wait!

🎁 Bringing Photos to Your Consultation – This helps us discuss your goals clearly and shows you've done your homework. It makes for a much better consultation!

NAUGHTY LIST ❌

🚫 Letting TikTok Decide Your Surgery – Trends are fleeting! What looks good now might not look good in 5, 10, or 15 years. Listen to your board-certified plastic surgeon, not viral trends.

🚫 Thinking Lipo = Weight Loss – This is a big misconception! Liposuction sculpts and contours your body, but it's NOT a weight loss tool. Without proper diet and exercise, those fat cells will grow back and you'll be disappointed.

🚫 Googling Instead of Asking Your Surgeon – Independent research is great, but Google shows the worst-case scenarios and most negative reviews. Learn a little online, but then ask YOUR surgeon the real questions. Don't treat Google or ChatGPT as gospel!

🚫 Bringing Unrealistic Body Type Photos – Showing us pictures of people with completely different body types or impossible shapes can put you on the naughty list. BUT you can get back on the nice list if you're open to hearing what's actually possible and what lifestyle changes might help you get closer to your goals!

Which list are you on? 🎅💙

Ready to take the next step? Contact us to get started! Book your appointment here: https://www.buttsbydesign.com/book-appointment/

12/22/2025

Tiger Aesthetics just announced game-changing technology that could transform breast reconstruction and augmentation forever 🤯

Their new regenerative matrix enables actual breast tissue regrowth, meaning patients could regenerate their own tissue instead of relying on implants.

This innovation offers hope for breast cancer survivors and reconstruction patients who've lost tissue, providing a truly restorative solution. Looking ahead, this could even revolutionize cosmetic procedures, allowing patients to grow their own natural breast tissue.

This is one of the most exciting developments we've seen in plastic surgery. Stay tuned for updates as this technology develops! ✨

Ready to take the next step? Contact us to get started! Book your appointment here: https://www.buttsbydesign.com/book-appointment/

12/22/2025

Does a VAMPIRE BREAST LIFT actually work? 🧛🏻🩸

The ""Vampire Breast Lift"" uses PRP (platelet-rich plasma) injections with claims of lifting, firming, and rejuvenating breast tissue. It sounds innovative, but here's what we want you to know: it doesn't actually lift anything.

PRP cannot defy gravity, tighten significantly stretched skin, or reposition sagging breast tissue. While PRP has proven benefits in other areas of medicine, there's minimal scientific evidence supporting its effectiveness for actual breast lifting or dramatic rejuvenation.

You're paying for a procedure that simply can't deliver on its promises.

If you want real, visible lifting? A surgical breast lift (mastopexy) removes excess skin, reshapes tissue, and repositions the ni**le for a youthful, elevated appearance that lasts.

Add implants if you want more volume. These are proven solutions with predictable, transformative results.

Ready to discuss what will actually work for your goals? Link in bio to schedule your consultation.

12/20/2025

Your Brazilian Butt Lift results depend on your recovery as much as the surgery itself. We see these common mistakes all the time and they can seriously impact your outcome 🍑

1. Sitting Too Soon – creates the most fat loss! Sitting directly on your buttocks in the first few weeks can compress and kill the newly transferred fat cells. You MUST use a BBL pillow or lie on your stomach/side to protect your investment. Your patience now = better, longer-lasting results.

2. Skipping Lymphatic Massage – Post-op swelling is normal, but lymphatic drainage massages help reduce fluid buildup, minimize swelling faster, and promote smoother, more even results. Don't skip this crucial step in your recovery!

3. Not Wearing Your Compression Garment – Yes, it's uncomfortable. But compression garments reduce swelling, support your new contours, and help your skin retract properly. Wear it as directed, your body is sculpting itself, and compression is key to that process.

Follow Dr. Nykiel's post-op instructions to the letter, and you'll maximize your results. You've invested in yourself, now protect that investment! 💕

Questions about BBL recovery? Drop them below or schedule your consultation through the link in bio.

12/18/2025

Medications like Ozempic and Wegovy can deliver incredible results, but there's something many patients don't expect: excess skin 😳

When you lose a significant amount of weight rapidly, your skin doesn't always bounce back. You've worked so hard to transform your body, but loose, sagging skin can leave you feeling like you're not seeing the full results you deserve.

Here's where body contouring comes in:

A tummy tuck removes excess abdominal skin and tightens weakened muscles for a smoother, firmer midsection. For more extensive skin laxity affecting multiple areas, a body lift addresses the abdomen, flanks, back, and thighs in one transformative procedure.

Ready to discuss your options? 📲 (949) 416-0038

12/16/2025

Is a Non-Surgical Breast Augmentation possible? The answer is yes! 😱

Alloclae offers a fantastic non-surgical option for breast augmentation by using donor fat to enhance volume and shape without implants or incisions. This injectable treatment allows for a natural lift and subtle fullness with minimal downtime.

Perfect for those wanting a boost without surgery! 🙌🏻 Our patients are loving it!

Discover the future of breast enhancement with this innovative, less invasive approach!

Schedule your Alloclae consultation today (949) 416-0038 📲

Ready to take the next step? Contact us to get started! Book your appointment here: https://www.buttsbydesign.com/book-appointment/

12/15/2025

How much fat REALLY goes into a BBL? 😱🍑

To see a noticeable change with a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL), you generally need about 1,200cc (1 liter) of purified fat to be transferred, roughly 600cc per buttock. The exact amount varies by your body type, fat availability, and desired results.

⚠️ Keep in mind, about 25% of the fat may not survive the transfer, so surgeons factor that into how much fat to harvest ⚠️

Patients with less body fat or a lower BMI might need to gain some weight to meet the minimum fat needed for a successful BBL. Fortunately, Alloclae is now also a great option for those without enough harvestable fat 🥳

The goal with a BBL is to find the right balance for a natural, safe, and lasting shape enhancement!

Ready to take the next step? Contact us to get started! Book your appointment here: https://www.buttsbydesign.com/book-appointment/

12/15/2025

Why do people choose plastic surgery? The #1 reason isn’t vanity, it’s confidence! ✨

Studies show that 69% of patients want to look in the mirror and truly feel their best. For most, it’s about feeling comfortable in their own skin and letting their personality shine.

Plastic surgery isn’t just about changing appearances—it’s about boosting self-esteem, self-love, and living life boldly!

Ready to take the next step? Contact us to get started! Book your appointment here: https://socalplasticsurgeons.com/contact/

Liposculpture Before & After by Dr.Nykiel 💉Confidence isn’t just about looking fit, it’s about feeling aligned with the ...
12/15/2025

Liposculpture Before & After by Dr.Nykiel 💉

Confidence isn’t just about looking fit, it’s about feeling aligned with the version of yourself you’ve been working toward.

This patient wanted a stronger, more streamlined silhouette… and now he’s owning it 🌟

🔎What we did
✅ Liposuction: Utilizing VASER and MicroAire technology, we carved out the lower portion of chest and the abdomen to create a contoured, toned appearance.
✅ Renuvion Skin Tightening: Using plasma and radiofrequency technology to tighten skin

Ready to schedule your consultation? Give us a call on (949) 416-0038 📲

12/14/2025

Ever wonder what surgeries a plastic surgeon would skip for themselves? Here’s Dr. Nykiel’s “never” list:

1️⃣ Buccal fat removal (hello, long-term hollow cheeks)

2️⃣ Calf implants (high risk, unnatural results)

3️⃣ Hip implants (complication city and rarely worth it)

4️⃣ Non-invasive skin tightening (just not effective enough)

5️⃣ PRP (where’s the real evidence?)

Choose treatments that truly work and last—Dr. Nykiel always puts safety, natural results, and science first!

Ready to take the next step? Contact us to get started! Book your appointment here: https://socalplasticsurgeons.com/contact/

Breast Augmentation Before & After by Dr.Nykiel ✨🔎What we did✅ Breast Implants: 415cc Implant and 385cc Silicone Gummy I...
12/14/2025

Breast Augmentation Before & After by Dr.Nykiel ✨

🔎What we did
✅ Breast Implants: 415cc Implant and 385cc Silicone Gummy Implant. This was a rare occurance where we used slightly different sized implants due to an initial difference in mass between the right and left breast.

The details
⏰ Surgery Time: 1 Hour
🏖️ Recovery Time: 1 Week
💳 Price: Call for a consultation

Ready to schedule? Call us on (949) 416-0038 📲

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