Breast Augmentation Testimonials From Dr. Pousti's La Jolla, San Diego and Temecula Cosmetic Surgery Patients

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Breast Augmentation:

Dr. Pousti and his staff are by far the best EVER!!! When I entered Pousti Plastic Surgery Center I immediately felt welcomed and at home. I was completely comfortable with Dr. Pousti and his staff. They were able to help me with any and all questions I had. All consultations are free so anytime I had a question I was able to go in without paying for the answer he introduced me to past patience right there in his office who had gone through the same procedure, which helped A LOT to put me at ease!!!! On the day of my surgery when I walked into the Alverado outpatient center I became terrified but the staff there was very patient and reassured me that everything would be great and walked me through all the steps of the procedure. When I awoke I wasn't rushed out and Dr. Pousti stopped by and told me all went great and told my fiance all after care information and sent me home with a cute basket of flowers. I'm now about 2 months PO and couldn't be happier with my results. Dr. Pousti has a gift for knowing exactly what you want all I did was give him a few pictures of what I was looking for and the rest was left to him and the results are AMAZING! Thank you so much Dr. Pousti and staff for all that you have done!!! I would highly recommend you to family and friends and anyone else considering plastic surgery!!!

Sincerely,

Melissa
Temecula, CA

Breast Augmentation:

Dear Dr.Pousti and Staff,

Thank you all so much for the kindness and support you've given me. Dr.Pousti, you did an amazing job on my breast augmentation. They look great and I am very happy I came to you for my surgery. I'm definitely going to recommend you to everyone I know who is interested in having cosmetic surgery. You made me feel comfortable and relaxed. I'm very happy with the results you've given me. Staff, you girls are awesome.
You always checked up on me and made sure I was healing okay. You have no idea how much that means to me. I greatly appreciate everything. I want to give a personal thanks to Vanessa. You're such a sweetheart.
Dr.Pousti and his staff are amazing people and I consider them family. Thank you so much.

Breast Augmentation

The doctor and staff treat you as a friend instead of a patient. They rememberd my name after just the first visit. I never wait long and yet I always get quality care.

Breast Augmentation / Abdominoplasty:

I am a long time patient of Dr. Tom Pousti. I have lived in La Jolla for over 10 years and am very excited that Dr. Pousti has opened up an office in La Jolla. I was looking for my breast augmentation in La Jolla. I had always had small breasts and thought of getting breast implants for many years. I moved from Orange County, California to La Jolla, California after my 2nd child was born and that is when I first visited Dr. Pousti. My breasts were small to begin with but after nursing 2 children, there wasn't much left. Dr. Pousti made me feel very comfortable with my decision to proceed with breast augmentation surgery. I had seen many plastic surgeons in Southern California, La Jolla, Orange County, Los Angeles but no-one made me feel as comfortable as Dr. Tom Pousti. He discussed the procedure with me and I had my surgery with no regrets!! After 5 years and 2 more kids, I decided to have an abdominoplasty surgery (tummy tuck). My skin and muscles had stretched out so much that my daily exercise routine was not helping. I am now 3 years out from my tummy tuck surgery and I look and feel great!! My stomach is tighter and flatter than ever. This surgery jump started my exercise routine (because I LOVE the way I look, I exercise and eat right to keep it looking great!!). I heard from friends that Dr. Pousti was now opening up an office on Girard Avenue in La Jolla and I was sooo happy. My kids go to La Jolla Elementary School and the office location is so convenient for me. I plan on returning to the office very soon to ask about replacing my saline breast implants with silicone gel breast implants (since they have been FDA approved). I have seen other La Jolla patients of Dr. Pousti who have the silicone gel implants and they look and feel AMAZING. I will return to Dr. Pousti because I think he is the best plastic surgeon in San Diego.

~M.A.P.
A very happy La Jolla patient.

Breast Augmentation:

I just wanted to give testimony of the wonderful experience I had with receiving my breast augmentation surgery in La Jolla. I am a beginning bodybuilder and with that it involves not only having muscles but, symmetry of the entire body.
I didn't have total symmetry. I needed breast surgery. Working out preparing for competition deflated my breast, all the fat was gone, all that was left was skin. I went from
a "C" cup to a floppy "A". After seeing several successes and not so successful breast surgeries I was hesitant until I met Doctor Pousti. Dr. Pousti made me feel really at ease and comfortable about my decision.

I was very pleased with the post-op results. I had no bleeding, scaring and minimal pain. My body is now symmetrical for competing. Here is my first competition photo.
I placed well. I just want to say thank so so much Doctor Pousti

D.W.

Breast Augmentation:

I have been meaning to write this letter for about 3 months now. I had to let all of you know how extremely happy that I had you perform breast augmentation surgery on me. It was the best thing that I have ever done for my self esteem and my overall appearance.

I had my surgery on June 11, 2003. I have had three children, ages 8, 5 and 2. I nursed all of them for an altogether total of about three years. I loved giving my children the absolute best start I could, but the havoc it wreaked on my breasts was formidable. I was a mid-size "C" cup before I had my children, but afterwards, well, let's just say that I used to joke with my friends that eventually I would become inverted in the boob department.

When I was younger, I never even considered plastic surgery and was overall quite happy with my appearance. While I always thought having slightly larger breasts might be nice, I was happy enough with what I had. Little did I know that I would join the ranks of women who actually lose breast tissue after pregnancy, I am not talking small numbers here, ( no pun intended) but I seriously went from a C cup to an A cup with little, ugly, saggy breasts. I wore all the apparatus to disguise this fact, padded bras, water bras, pads inside my bras, but at night, when it was my husband, me and no boobs, it got kind of depressing. I was really lucky in the fact that my husband was completely supportive of breast augmentation. It freaked me out at first that he would mention it, but it kind of got me thinking…..well maybe it is not such a bad idea.

Several years went by and I did lots of research with many friends who had had this procedure done. Everyone was happy with the results. I was surprised at how many people had done this that I was not even aware had anything done! It seems that very few people really are born with "perfect" bodies.

I had decided that I really needed to find a doctor that I trusted, not some quack like in Doc Hollywood, Now, how to do that? It suddenly occurred to me that my OBGYN, Dr. Aliya Khan might have some insight as to whom might be an excellent plastic surgeon. She recommended Dr. Pousti and said that several of her patients had undergone procedures with him and that he was one of the best. He was keeping up with all of the new technology and she thought extremely highly of him.

After that recommendation and checking him out on the internet, I decided to make the initial consultation. He and his staff were so wonderful. I never felt rushed, and even though I had tons of questions, he never hesitated to answer all of them. I also did not mince words, I asked him all of the hard stuff about complications and things. He was up front and honest, which set my mind completely at ease. I had found my plastic surgeon!!

I am one of those people who does not let the grass grow under their feet, so I immediately scheduled the surgery for 2 weeks later, I underwent a mammogram, just to make sure and really felt very prepared by both Daisy and Vanessa who help out in his office. All of the nurses were really wonderful, both in his office, and in the surgical center that he likes to use. My mother is also a retired nurse of 40+ years, and she told me that the surgical center was really the way to go as they were much cleaner than most hospitals.

The day started out early, and I met with the anesthesiologist who I also fired 20 questions at prior to surgery the night before and the day of. He was great and I trusted him completely as well. Dr. Pousti came and met with me before the procedure and though I was nervous, I really felt very confident that it was going to be alright, and it was.

When I woke up, I had no pain, and later I was sore, very sore for about a week and a half, but nothing that could not be managed with the pain pills he gave me. I took them around the clock (even woke up in the night just to make sure).

At six weeks post op, I began swimming again, and at seven weeks I was back playing on my women's softball league. I also played golf and could lift my daughter with no problem.

This was an overall wonderful experience for me and I would recommend it to all of my friends and family. My body is back, better than ever, and my husband tells me that I have perfect boobs! Wow! What a change! Thank you Dr. Pousti for the wonderful job!

J.H.
Temecula, California

Breast Augmentation:

December, 2006

I consider myself to be a modest woman, maybe even conservative. I might not seem like a typical candidate for breast augmentation, but it is something that I have wanted ever since I was a teenager.
I always felt self-conscious about my breast size. During high school, I was an “A” cup. Later, I had three children and nursed each of them for twelve months. While I was nursing, I was able to experience what it would be like to have larger breasts. But by the time I finished nursing my last child, I became even more dissatisfied with my breasts, as now they were small, but also sagging! At this point, I wore a “B’ cup, but I would not buy a bra unless it was heavily padded. Going to the beach was embarrassing and I often wore a large t-shirt over my swimsuit.
This last summer, I was finally able to get down to within a few pounds of my pre-pregnancy weight. While I was excited with losing weight, I was disappointed to see that my breasts had also gotten smaller. It was the final deciding point for me.
I called my sister and asked her for Doctor Pousti’s number, as she had breast augmentation done several years earlier with Dr. Pousti and her results were fantastic. As soon as I hung up the phone with her, I called Dr. Pousti and scheduled a consultation a few days later. My next step was to go to his website and check out the possibilities with the before and after pictures of real patients.
When I went to my appointment, the office staff was so friendly and cheerful that I felt comfortable discussing my hopes and concerns with them. When I met with Dr. Pousti he was very reassuring and confident. Before I left, I scheduled my surgery. Living in the Hemet/San Jacinto Valley, I was very thankful that Dr. Pousti has an office in the Murrietta/Temecula area, so that I did not have to drive all the way to San Diego (even though I would have been willing to)!
The surgery itself went well. The staff and the environment at the surgery center were also great. My recovery has been going well. I stayed home for six days after my surgery and returned to work (as a high school teacher) being careful about how much I moved my arms. I only took the “heavy duty” pain pills he prescribed during the first 4 – 5 days and then I switched to over-the-counter Motrin.
I am thrilled with my results! Even though my husband has always been good about telling me how beautiful I am, now I can actually believe him. I finally have the confidence that has been lacking for a long time. I can’t wait until my four-week check-up so that I can start wearing “real” bras in my new size (probably a D)!!!

Thank you Dr. Pousti!

Sincerely,

RB
Hemet, CA.

Breast Augmentation:

I am a 21 year old female from Palm Springs California. I have always wanted to have breast augmentation, but have been too scared to do so because of all the horror stories that I had heard. Myself and two of my friends started discussing it and decided that we should all have it done together at the same time. We started searching locally for surgeons, but couldn’t find a surgeon in Palm Springs that we felt comfortable enough with. Then, I talked with my sister who referred me to Dr. Pousti. She was planning on going to him for reconstructive surgery as her first breast augmentation (done by a doctor in Mexico) went wrong and she had developed symmastia. I looked up Dr. Pousti’s website and knew at once that I wanted to meet with him. Every surgeon I had looked up in the Palm Springs area had maybe three before/after photos on their websites of breast augmentations. Doctor Pousti had what seemed to be hundreds! We made an appointment to meet with him that week, and the rest is history. Doctor Pousti and his staff were so kind and helpful in answering the many questions and concerns that I had, and dispelled many of the scary “myths” I’ve heard associated with breast augmentation surgery. The staff treated me like a friend the minute I walked in the door, and still treat me that way when I return for my post operative visits. On our first visit to Dr. Pousti’s, we were able to meet with patients who had just had their surgery 24 hours prior who were there for their post-op. Dr. Pousti left the room, and we were allowed to ask them any questions we had about their experience with Dr. Pousti, and whether they would recommend him. Both patients were very happy with their experience and results, and seemed to be so alert and not in pain considering they just underwent surgery. After meeting with Dr. Pousti, we decided to go ahead and make our appointment for surgery.
I would recommend Dr. Pousti to any person looking to get breast augmentation done. I am VERY VERY pleased with my results, and if I would have known how easy and relatively pain-free it would be, I would have done it sooner! Dr. Pousti in my opinion is the very best surgeon out there-which is why I made the decision to travel from Palm Springs to San Diego to use him. I, my two friends, and sister are all so happy with our results!

Thank you SO MUCH Dr. Pousti!

~I.O.
Palm Springs

Breast Augmentation:

I am writing in regards to the wonderful experience and results that I had with Dr. Pousti and his lovely staff. I had a breast augmentation done by Dr. Pousti in March of 2006. After many years of being indecisive about the surgery, I finally decided that it was time. I researched my options for about 6 months and I went on a few consultations, but I always felt that the doctors were trying to sell me a product rather than take care of me as a patient.
From the moment I walked into the waiting room, I felt completely comfortable. I especially liked that my initial consultation was on a day that there would be other girls that had undergone the same procedure. It was a kind of "meet and greet". I had the opportunity to talk to some of Dr. Pousti's other patients and discuss their experiences. Many of them had undergone a breast augmentation, but others had different procedures done. Not one patient had anything negative to say.
I met with Dr. Pousti and I felt very comfortable with him. I felt that he viewed me as a patient, not a paycheck. TO me, this is one of the most important things that I look for in a doctor (not to mention his/her credentials). It is important that doctors, especially plastic surgeons, have a good bedside manner. Dr. Pousti was in no way pushy. He answered all of my questions with complete honesty, and I respected that. He spent time with me, got to know me as a person and what my fears and apprehensions were. Additionally, he told me that there was no pressure and that I could come in to see him and his staff as many times as I needed and ask any questions that I had before I made a decision. This was a totally different experience that I had had at other offices. Additionally, I did not have to pay ANY consultation fees before or after the surgery.
I made the decision to have my surgery and I wanted my mom to come in and meet him and give her the opportunity to ask any questions that she had (which was a few). She also really liked the doctor and his staff and felt like he was a great choice.
The day of the surgery went well. Everyone in the surgery center was very nice and made me feel at ease. I was very nervous because I had never been under general anesthesia. Both Dr. Pousti and the Anesthesiologist assured me that I would be fine and that they would take good care of me. My surgery went without any complications. I woke up feeling a little groggy but not sick or anxious in any way.
My recovery went well, although I was pretty sore for about 6 weeks. I think that my soreness was because I tried to do to much too soon. The only complaint that I had was that I had to wear an extremely uncomfortable (and ugly) bra for a month, but it paid off, because my breasts look great, very natural. In fact, the only people who can tell that I had the procedure are the people who knew me prior to my surgery.
Since then, I have had no problems or complications. I feel great and I love my "new look". I have seen Dr. Pousti about 5 times since I had the procedure and I love going to the office. The girls that work in the office are wonderful. The are friendly, knowledgeable and many of them have first hand experience with the procedure. I am so appreciative of Dr. Pousti and his staff and I recommend him to anyone that even mentions any type of cosmetic surgery. I will continue to see Dr. Pousti for as long as he is in practice. He is my La Jolla Breast Augmentation Surgeon.

Thanks for the great experience!

~Melissa
La Jolla, Ca.

Breast Augmentation:

I want to start off by saying a big Thank You to Dr. Pousti and his wonderful staff. Everyone was very helpful and really showed an interest in my questions. I really appreciate all thier support and concern... : )
Growing up I had hopes of having cleavage and a nice set of breasts. I had nice breasts, but only small and absent of cleavage. Afterall, that's the fun part. I set a consultation appt. with Dr. Pousti in July after getting two different referals to his office. As a gift to myself for my 22nd birthday I had my breast augmentation Aug. 11, 2006 and have loved them from ever since.
It is a risk under going surgery and I thought about that days preceeding my surgery, but luckily I was in good hands. I had gone to one other doctor before Dr. Pousti, and wasn't impressed or moved by our meeting. Something that I found odd was that he was performing these procedures from his office. Being unsettled in my search, I then set out to my second consultation, this time with Dr. Pousti. Immediately I was impressed when I walked into his office. Not only on his beautiful office but his beautiful staff. The women working there really made the experience comforting and provided alot of information. When I finally met with Dr. Pousti, we sat down and we discussed every little detail to the shape, size and fullness I wanted. We sat for a while and I love that he didn't seemed bothered or try to rush me. It really showed me that Tom wanted to get everything he needed to provide me with the perfect set of breasts. I went from a small A to a large C/small D. I am thoroughly happy with my results and if I had to, I'd do it again! Everyone tells me they look so natural and real...I say, "mission accomplished" : )

Thanks again, ~ F

Breast Augmentation:

I am a 23 year old female from the Palm Springs area. Me and three of my friends decided to have breast augmentation surgery together. We all felt good about going through it together. I wanted to get one since I was about 15 or 16 and realized I wouldn't get any bigger than an A cup.

We researched local doctors a little bit and asked around as to what people's opinions were on these doctors. We heard some good things and some bad things. We were referred to Dr. Pousti by someone who had been a patient of his. We decided it was worth it to go outside of Palm Springs to have such a great surgeon.

His office was very accomodating and once we went for our consultation we had no doubt in our minds that we would go with Dr. Pousti. I had open heart surgery when I was nine, due to a birth defect, and therefore have a scar that goes across my chest. I was so excited when Dr. Pousti said he could use the same scar for the incision. Three out of four of us were able to have our surgery all on the same day and stayed in a hotel room with our husbands. Dr. Pousti gave me 510 cc's of saline in each implant.

I am very happy with the results and so are my friends. I have always been curvier on the bottom half, so now I have the top to match. I feel like I look much more proportionate and look better in my clothes. I feel more confident too.

To anyone looking into getting a breast augmentation I say go for it. I don't have any regrets and the recovery time and any discomfort you go through is very minimal in my opinion. It was a lot easier and less scary than I thought it would be. Dr. Pousti is a fabulous surgeon and he won't let you down.

Breast Augmentation:

Dear Dr. Pousti & Staff,

I had my breast augmentation surgery going on 11 months now and couldn't be happier with the results. Ever since having my son 6 years ago, I've been wanting the procedure to not only get back the self esteem I lost, but to also help my overall appearance. When I came in for my consultation, you were not only very helpful in answering all my questions, but I also felt you were very honest which was important to me. Seeing other patients that just had the surgery was very helpful as well. I was amazed at how enthused they were and how good they felt after the surgery. I went home that night and discussed the procedure with my boyfriend and was so happy with my experience at your office, I called
the next day to make the appointment for my surgery. I've wanted this for years so I thought why wait any longer. My surgery was scheduled for the following Friday (yes, 10 days later) and I was nervous and excited at the same time. I talked with my family and friends about it and they all supported me saying it my body and if its going to
make me happy, then do it. So the morning of my surgery was a little nerve racking (I've never had surgery before), but the staff at the surgical center made me very comfortable and were attentive to my needs. I went home that afternoon and slept through the night and when you called the next day to check on me I thought WOW, what a very professional and caring guy! My recovery went smoothly with minimal
pain and discomfort. I had someone at home to help take care of me and the things I couldn't and I would suggest anyone considering this surgery to do the same.
I've never in my life been so excited to shop for clothes
because now I feel I can wear anything with confidence. I have gotten many compliments on my breasts as well and my self esteem has gone up more than I thought it ever would. I couldn't thank you and your staff enough for the great experience!!

Thanks!
C.N.
San Diego, CA
December 5, 2006

Breast Augmentation:

I had my breast augmentation 3 months ago, I am feeling great and I cannot believe the results I got in the end. I am a mom of two kids, I breast fed both so that totally ruined any kind of breasts I had after kids. I waited 4 years after my last child was born to begin looking into having a breast augmentation. I was unsure about the risks of surgery and all that could happen but one day I decided that enough was enough, I had so much breast tissue I would hate for my husband to even touch them so I decided to start looking for a plastic surgeon. I went to several Dr.’s and had many, many, consultations but I never felt comfortable with any of the Doctors, I rarely received calls back on questions or even just a warm smile from the office staff. So I stopped looking for a Dr. for a few months and decided to go back on line and research some more. I came across Dr. Pousti’s web-site and said ok this one has to be it or I don’t know what I’m going to do. The office staff was very professional and kind on the phone, and even more so when I went in for my consultation.

When I met Dr. Pousti he didn’t make me feel rushed, he took his time answering questions and he didn’t seem like he had to be somewhere else even with a full waiting room. He just made me feel comfortable. I did not hesitate to schedule me surgery as soon as I could. I had me surgery about a month after my consultation and the day of surgery was great, I was nervous but feeling good everyone at the surgery center were reassuring and wonderful. When I awoke from surgery I felt good, and I was ready to go home, on the way Dr. Pousti called me on the phone to check how I was feeling, I couldn’t believe it that just shows what a great Dr. he really is, he really cares about his patients.

The first couple of days were a little challenging for me, I didn’t have any pain, I just couldn’t handle not doing anything but resting. I went to my post op appointment a few days later and I finally got to see my breasts without the bandage, I was so excited and I couldn’t believe that they didn’t look bruised and the incision was so tiny. My only complaint was wearing the surgery bra but it was well worth it. I can’t thank Dr. Pousti enough for his talent and for being such a warm caring person, he has given me more confidence and I will never forget it. All of the ladies in his office really are wonderful; together they are a great team helping people.

K. P.
~ Winchester, CA.

Breast Augmentation/Breast lift/Tummy Tuck:

Dr. Pousti,

Just a quick note to say THANK YOU to you and your entire staff!

I am amazed how professional and helpful everyone in your office has been since day one when I called and began asking questions. I had called several surgeons, but even on the phone with their staff I felt like just a number. I knew immediately when I called your office that I was on the right track. The first time I met you I knew I was on my way to a new body. Everything from that point on went ever so
smoothly....minus a little pain.

As a mother of two children, born by cesarean sections and who nursed a total combined time of four years, I was definitely in need of a "mommy makeover." I was
sagging and flabby and really down on myself. I seemed to have lost who I was as my body changed in a negative way due to pregnancy and breastfeeding. I always thought
how nice it would be to have a little tuck here and a lift there... Well, you and your team made my dream come true. I am extremely happy with the results of my tummy tuck, breast lift with augmentation and nipple reduction. I feel like a whole new woman. I have a new sense of self-esteem, self-confidence and a zest for life now.

Thank you for an overall wonderful experience!
M.T.
San Diego, California

Breast Augmentation:

I would like to let you know what I think about Dr. Tom Pousti and his staff. I had my surgery 4 years ago and would do it again in a heartbeat. I actually wish that I had done it earlier (I had such a great experience). Dr. Pousti and his staff made me feel so comfortable. All of my questions were answered, I was well informed, and everything was very professional.

I would like to recommend Dr. Pousti to anyone wanting to do any cosmetic procedure. He is a real professional who cares about his patients.

Breast Augmentation:

The doctor and staff treat you as a friend instead of a patient. They rememberd my name after just the first visit. I never wait long and yet I always get quality care.

Breast Augmentation and eyelid surgery:

He and his team are excellent. They go far beyond the call of duty to make everything pleasant pre-op. His attention to detail has made a tricky surgery work out beautifully. I couldn't be happier.

Breast Augmentation:

I think I have always been unhappy with the size of my breasts. Just in the past few years is when I started to seriously consider breast augmentation surgery. I was considering it because I felt there was something missing to
my body image. I’m a professional Polynesian dancer on the side, so I keep in good physical shape and feel good about my body, but there was something missing on top. I didn’t feel I had a womanly shape. My breasts were nice but small. For about a year, I had been doing research and meeting with a few different doctors. Then a friend referred me to Dr. Pousti. It was amazing how different him and his staff where. Dr. P’s demeanor and professionalism really stood out for me. There was no pressure, and I felt so comfortable talking with him. Dr. P gave me all the time I needed, and I felt I could say or ask him and his staff anything. All in all I really feel that Dr. P cares about me and it showed before, during, and after my
surgery. Dr. P spent a lot of time speaking with me and making sure he fully understood what I wanted and that this was right for me. I was very concerned about getting a natural look. I wanted people to question if I had had surgery or not. I have to say my breasts are near perfect. They are exactly what I wanted. I’m having a great time with my new body or the “Girls” as I refer to them now. If I remember correctly Dr. P let me visit his office 3 times before I set the date. One of the best things he did was allowing me to speak with other patients. I was amazed at how enthused and happy they all were. I talked to a lot of women who were having the same and different surgeries. They answered all of my questions and I felt they were truly sincere. Now that I am 5 months out from my surgery, I know exactly how they feel, and have the opportunity to share my experiences with
other women and answer their questions. If there is one thing I can say, meeting Dr. P and his staff was a blessing, I truly felt sure and confident about my decision thanks to them. Even after my surgery they stay in touch and make sure I’m ok. I recommend everyone who is considering any cosmetic surgery to visit Dr. P. Two of the women in my Halau (Polynesian dance group) have already set dates to have breast augmentations done. These women are like my sisters and I wouldn’t trust them to anyone but Dr. P and his
staff. I know he will do the best for them like he did for me. ~R.R.

I had a breast augmentation done three months ago by Dr. Tom J. Pousti in San Diego. I am so glad I got a chance to meet with this doctor. I am so happy with my result of the surgery. I have a small child and I breast fed and my breast became very "ugly" after. Dr. Pousti changed my look! I went from small saggy "A" cup to a full "C" cup. I am waiting for the summer to come along so I can really show them off.

I highly recommend Dr. Tom Pousti to anyone who is interested. I met with several other patients from his office that was willing to share there experiences with me and that helped alot.

Breast Augmentation:

I always disliked my breasts but had never considered breast augmentation until a friend suggested I visit a plastic surgeon. I researched on the Internet and made appointments with several doctors. I was very nervous and still not convinced that breast augmentation was right for me, until I walked into Dr. Pousti's Temecula office. Dr. Pousti and his staff answered all of my questions and put my mind at ease. I left the office excited and convinced that Dr. Pousti was the right surgeon to perform my breast augmentation. I canceled my appointments with other doctors and immediately made a follow-up appointment.

Two months later, I went in for surgery. The surgical center was comfortable and attentive to my needs. Recovery was fast and easy. It actually gave me some much needed R & R! Dr. Pousti's staff phoned me daily to check on my progress.One week later, I was back to work, teaching 1st grade with minimal discomfort.

I would recommend breast augmentation to anyone unhappy with their breasts. I wish I had done it a long time ago! Thanks to Dr. Pousti and his hard-working staff, I now have the breasts I always wanted but never thought I could have.

~A.D.
Corona, California

Breast Augmentation:
July 18, 2006

I have wanted breast implants since I was 13 years old. I’m now 33. My husband and I are at a point in our lives where we can afford to enjoy body enhancements. We are research-oriented—we don’t do anything unless we read a book or search the Internet for information first. That’s where our body enhancement research began. We looked at dozens of San Diego-based plastic surgeons. We viewed pictures, prices, and professional backgrounds. I was interested in having three procedures done—breast augmentation, lower blepharoplasty, and liposuction of my inner and outer thighs. Dr. Pousti offered the services we were interested in, and I went in for a consultation.

During that initial visit, Dr. Pousti made me feel comfortable, confident, and beautiful. We discussed the types of procedures I was interested in and he said I was a good candidate for all three. I left the office knowing that this was my plastic surgeon. His office staff was polite and helpful. All of my questions were answered. I left with a quote and with every intention of returning.

Later that evening, I discussed the quote with my husband, who found it rather reasonable. I told him about Dr. Pousti and how comfortable he made me feel. We decided that we weren’t going to look any further—we found the right doctor. It was easy for me to commit to having the surgery. I had ample time off from work to recuperate, the money wasn’t an issue, and I’ve been waiting 20 years.

We scheduled our surgery and pre-op appointments. My husband attended the pre-op appointment so he could meet Dr. Pousti and ask questions. I know surgery is a serious matter, but the rapport Dr. Pousti has with his patients puts everyone at ease and his sense of humor is a wonderful complement to his professionalism. We left the office extremely confident in Dr. Pousti.

I must confess that there was about a week of worry on my part. How would I look? I could live with a botched boob job, but what about my eyes? What were they going to look like? There was no hiding them. I relieved these worries by trusting in Dr. Pousti. What else could I do?

Then, before I knew it, it was time for my surgery. My husband took me to the surgery center. The staff was great, especially my anesthesiologist—I have a hard time with needles and IVs. Dr. Pousti held my hand as the IV was inserted (Thank you!!). Dr. Pousti greeted me as I walked into the operating room. I felt at ease. Next thing I know, I’m in the recovery room. I really don’t remember anything else about that day.

I know my husband took me home and put me right to bed. But bed was not the right place for me. I needed to be reclined, so I spent two weeks sleeping (not so much) on the couch. My husband was great about giving me my meds and keeping up with the ice pack for my eyes, then as I recovered he would massage my thighs and help with the breast exercises. He is wonderful!!

I’m just over three weeks (25 days) out from my surgery now. I’d say I’m 90% recovered, as far as pain and range of motion. I’m sleeping in bed and am thrilled with my results. My eyes look amazing. Those bags that I’ve been carrying around since birth are finally gone. My jeans fit better now that my thighs are slimmer. I can’t even begin to tell you how happy I am with my breasts. They are perfect!! They are exactly as I wanted them to look.

My husband and I want to thank Dr. Pousti for making dreams a reality.

MK
San Marcos, California

Breast Augmentation:

When I had the initial consultation with Dr. Pousti, I felt very comfortable with him. I felt that Dr. Pousti was not pushy and was very clear about giving me all the informations that I needed to know about the surgery. And also, he is a very easy Dr. to talk to. I'd never felt threaten or intimidate by him at all. Plus, his staffs was very helpful and nice.

Breast Augmentation:

I had dreamt of breast augmentation for well over 20 years. Coming from a family of busty women, I felt nature had cheated me by giving me modest 34B's. Finally, I decided to research top surgeons in the San Diego area and found Dr. Pousti among the top of the list. His being double board certified was most impressive and the photos on his website blew me away! After meeting Dr. Pousti and his wonderful smiling staff, I was more than convinced this was the surgeon for me! I was also able to meet other women and "SEE" his actual work. What was MOST IMPRESSIVE was little or no scarring and they looked and felt so natural!! Since my own surgery in December 2005, I cannot tell you how very pleased I am!!!! My body is in perfect proportion and my self esteem has soared through the roof! THANK YOU DR. POUSTI!!!

L.J.
Oceanside, California

Breast Augmentation:

Dr. Pousti was wonderful. He made me feel very relaxed and comfortable about my operation. The results are amazing!! I'm back to my size before I had my kids and my breasts look amazing. I highly recommed Dr. Pousti. My tiny scars are hardly noticeable and I am truely thrilled with my results. I wish I had done this sooner!!

Breast Augmentation:

I am a 34 year old mother of 5 and I recently had twins so my breasts weren't perky like they used to be. I had to breast feed two babies and my cup size went from a 34B to 34A. When people say "kibbles and bits", they are referring to my breasts. I am an attractive woman, and therefore not insecure, but my breasts did not fit my body. I have a friend that had her breast augmentation by Dr. Pousti and they are beautiful so I decided to come for a consultation. Dr. Pousti, as well as his staff, were wonderful. They made me feel very comfortable. I had doubts at first because I needed to know that he had worked on African American women and Dr. Pousti reassured me that he had performed this operation on many African American patients and proceeded to show me their before and after photos.
Dr. Pousti answered all of my questions and educated me on seeing surgeons who were "board certified in plastic surgery". He wanted my best -- he cared about me, not all about money. I knew at that time that he was the one who was going to perform my breast augmentation. If you ever have any doubts, I can tell you that you are in good hands with Dr. Pousti. He is wonderful! I would recommend him to anyone looking to have cosmetic surgery. This man can do miracles --I am very pleased with my results.

Breast Augmentation:

Greetings from Colorado!!! It has officially been 4 weeks since my surgery and I am emailing you as promised. Things are going great here. Just to give you an update from last week when I was able to see you in the office, the left breat is still less swollen than the right but the right one is progressing nicely. The scars are healing beautifully and I am extremely excited to be able to start wearing regular bras again
(although it is more comfortable with the sports bra at night, I am still sleeping with it). I seem to be progressing more and more each day. I can never express to you what a wonderful job that you did, you are truly awesome!!! I have reccomended some people to you and hope that they get
the pleasure of meeting you. If you could, thank Dr. Crabtree for doing such a good job of "knocking me out", I didn't feel a thing (hee hee). I would also like to thank Margie again for being the absolute best in getting everything scheduled for me in such an efficient matter (and since you, Margie, are probably the one reading this,) THANK YOU!!!! Your
office staff is awesome and I would like to wish them and your family, a very Happy Holiday.
Once again, Thanks to everyone that helped me through my journey.

Breast Augmentation:

On the day of my first consultation, I walked into this very relaxing and beautifully decorated office. Dr. Pousti's staff immediately greeted me. I was totally embarrassed to show Dr. Pousti my AA breasts, but with Vanessa in the room to assist, he assured me that I would be a perfect candidate. I was shown before and afters of other patients and I was really impressed. I got to talk with other patients who had just had the surgery a few months before. I was really surprised when Dr. Pousti left the room so that I could ask anything that I wanted. I remember Dr. Pousti coming back into the room and telling me that I had no decisions to make that day and to come back and see him as many times as I wanted. Knowing that plastic surgeons don't make any money off of the office visits, I felt confident that this was not a doctor that would just "push me through the system." He was so caring and genuine that I knew in my heart that this was the right doctor and I had no desire to see anyone else.

I went back to see Dr. Pousti about 5 more times before my surgery to bring in pictures and talk about what was going to happen. I wanted to make sure he really understood what I wanted. He took the time to go through all of my pictures and I felt strongly that we were on the same page.

The last week before the surgery was stressful. It wasn't that I doubted having my breasts done, but rather the idea of surgery and going under. His staff was wonderful!! I must have called twice everyday and talked to Daisy. She was wonderful in calming my fears, even up until the day of surgery.

I had the surgery on Tuesday, December 9, 2003. I was so impressed by the surgical center staff. They were so nice about everything and really calmed all of my fears. I remember lying on the table with the anesthesia being put into me and seeing Dr. Pousti. The last thing that I said to him was that I totally trusted him. I woke up and the biggest problem was not the pain or discomfort, but the nausea. I went home and was mostly out for that day. It was hard to get out of bed, but it got easier each day. By Sunday, I didn't need any more pain medication. I felt so much better. I was up and around writing papers and studying for my finals, which I had the next week. Wednesday, a week out of surgery, I went out with my friends dancing at InCahoots. It was about 10 days post-surgery that I felt completely normal again. My breasts were sore here and there, but I took Motrin and felt fine.

Looking back on my experience, I am so happy that I did this. It was the right time for me. I turned 23 the day before my surgery, I was graduating college, and it was my Christmas present to myself. I realized that you can't do a thing to change anything in your past, anything that's happened up until today, but you can make the most of today forward. I was determined to make the most of the rest of my 20's and beyond because wherever you are in your life right now, you will never be able to get this time back. You really can't put a price on your self-esteem. I am one of the pickiest people and I never once doubted Dr. Pousti or my decision to go with him. I tell everyone about Dr. Pousti. He is the best!!!

Breast Augmentation:

I am 32 years old. Ever since high school, I wished I had larger breasts. Although they were small, my breasts were at least perky, so I tried to be content. But about a year or two ago, I noticed that they were sagging and flattening. I certainly was surprised that something so small could sag and flatten, especially since I have no children! I bought my first padded bras. Of course, over the years I gave "boob jobs" a lot of thought. I had many, many reasons not to do it (I should be happy with the body God gave me; surgery is scary and painful, the money can be better spent elsewhere (or more realistically, what money?!), boob jobs are for porn stars (at least that's what I used to think); my husband is happy with my body; etc.). But now, the time was right.

It has been three months since my "Boobie Birthday" and it is wonderful to now be a proportionally curvy woman! Physically balanced. Voluptuous, even! I'm happy with my improved God-given body, the pain fades and is forgotten, money spent on self improvement is never wasted and my husband is still happy with my body!

Dr. Pousti and his staff are a wonderful bunch of people. Gentle, kind and patient. I knew I wanted Dr. Pousti to do my surgery before I even met him. The consultation was only a formality. I would not hesitate to return to him for any procedure myself or to recommend him to anyone.

Thanks to Dr. Pousti and staff!

Breast Augmentation:

I am 25 years old. After having my child my breast no longer looked the same. I was very unhappy with how droopy and how small they became. They didn't fit into even a A cup. I decided to get a breast augmentation so I did my research and found that Dr. Pousti was best quailfied for me. Every doctor visit he was always very kind he made me feel very comfortable. On the day of the Surgery while in the operating room what helped me relax was that he held my hand.
After the surgery yes it was painful for about six weeks. Dr. Pousti saw me on a regular basis he was very caring with any concerns I had. He answered every question without acting like it wasn't important or stupid. I certainly recommend him.
It has only been 5 months the swelling has gone away. I can sleep comfortable again. And most importantly I feel very sexy. They are beautiful.

Breast Augmentation:

It is thanks to my referral to Dr. Pousti that I made my decision to have BA surgery after years of saying I never would! Wanting to feel better about myself and be more shapely in my clothes, I decided to make the appointment for a consultation. In all my years of dealing with doctors (and, trust me, there have been a LOT of them), I have never met a more gentle-natured, kind, and caring man than Dr. Pousti. My husband and I were both very comfortable during our discussion and he addressed all of my concerns. The patients I spoke with who had been through surgery had varied stories but all were quick to say they would do it again without hesitation. His staff is wonderful as well as the surgery center staff. It was a great experience and I have a very natural-looking, proportioned figure now. Quite honestly, the last thing I thought I would ever do was voluntarily have surgery after ten surgeries trying to have children! Well, three beautiful, adopted children later, I made the decision to do something positive for myself and I couldn’t be more pleased! I encourage you to do the same!

Breast Augmentation:

Absolutely the best!! He was extremely accomodating to me being from out of state and scheduled everything around my schedule. Dr. Pousti and his staff are some of the most kind hearted people you will ever meet, they are all truly there for you and treat you with the most respect and compassion. Dr Pousti has the best bed-side manner, (he held my hand before I went under and said, "I'll see you in a little while"). He goes above and beyond the "normal patient/doctor relationship and makes you feel comfortable for pre and post-op visits. His wife is his office manager and is the one who I did most of my communicating with prior to my arrival in San Diego and she is an absolute gem! She answered any and all of my questions in a very speedy manner and was extremely helpful at all times. The day of my surgery was great and I left the surgery center in NO pain what-so-ever. The outcome of my surgery could not be better. My new breasts look so very natural and are perfect (36A to a 38 full C or small D). I would recommend that if anyone is looking into any type of plastic surgery to check out Dr Pousti and his staff, they all make you feel like an old friend as soon as you walk through the door.

Breast Augmentation:

"Dr. Pousti was wonderful. He made me feel very relaxed and comfortable about my operation. The results are amazing!! I'm back to my size before I had my kids and my breasts look amazing. I highly recommend Dr. Pousti. My tiny scars are hardly noticeable and I am truly thrilled with my results. I wish I had done this sooner!!"

Breast Augmentation:

Just had to brag about my surgeon, Dr. Pousti of San Diego. I interviewed several surgeons in the so. cal. area before I was able to find him,through your site actually! I am seven days post-op and haven't had any complications. His staff is great and very attentive,as is the doctor. I had an upper eye lift, laser resurfacing of my face and neck, and a BA.

He is best known for his breast work,so check him out if you live in the southern calif area!

Breast Augmentation:

I just wanted to pay you a bit of gratitude for your genuine compassion and true caring...As far as I know, I am your ONLY patient. You have not only made me look beautiful, you have provided me with comfort that I hope I have the ability to one day provide someone else. Your effort is limitless and your generosity is far beyond words. Thank you SO much for the priceless-life long contribution you have given me. I wish I had a trade that could make you as equally fulfilled (no pun intended!!). Truly you are an exceptional doctor. Even beyond your physical works of excellence, your nurturing heart is really where your gift lies.
Thank you again, Dr. Pousti.

K.W.
El Cajon, California

Breast Augmentation:

After years of being unhappy with my breasts I finally felt it was time to start researching breast augmentation. I found lots of helpful information on the internet and looked at literally hundreds of breasts. I was rather disappointed in most of the before and after photos from many different doctors. I knew I would be a slightly difficult case because I was unhappy with the shape of my breasts and the distance between them, as well as wanting them to be larger. When I came across Dr. Pousti=s site I was pleased with the results of his before and after photos from previous patients. I would have been happy with any of the after photos as my own breasts. So I scheduled a consultation.
I arrived excited yet slightly nervous. I had done tons of research, and I still had so many questions. I was greeted by a friendly and courteous staff, filled out a short form or two, then was asked if I would like to speak with some of his previous patients. I, of course, accepted and spoke with several women about their experiences with Dr. Pousti. All of the women were quite pleased with their results and happy to share and answer my questions. I found that two of the women were recommended to Dr. Pousti by their OBGYNs. Being able to speak to women who had already gone through the entire procedure was comforting and showed how much his patients really like him. I then met with the doc himself. He was up-front, polite, and honest which I really appreciated. He explained to me what could and could not be achieved through breast augmentation. He asked me why I wanted the procedure and we agreed that I had the right reason- for me, not for anyone else. I wanted to change the size and shape of my breasts to have better self confidence and make myself more proportionate. I asked him all of my questions from the TUBA (through the naval) method to the risks of the procedure. My biggest concern was loss of sensation. Dr. Pousti was not pushy nor rushed; he gave me all the time I needed to go over any of my questions, concerns, etc. When we finished he welcomed me to come back and visit as many times as I wanted. Some of the other women said that other doctors had tried to get them to schedule a surgery date right then and there. I left without feeling pressured and with a good sense of mind. The next day I called and scheduled a surgery date; I knew Dr. Pousti was the one for me.
I saw Dr. Pousti a few more times before my surgery mostly to discuss sizing. There is no foolproof way of determining how big to go. I went through his photos of before and afters and chose several that I liked for size and shape. But I was slightly discouraged because all these girls were much shorter than me. I stand nearly 6'2" and I wanted to find other women in my height/weight range to compare against. I went online and found that I liked the way 500-600cc implants looked on women with my build. Just to be sure that I wasn=t going too big or to end up regretting not going big enough I filled the bottoms of old pantyhose with rice to use as a stuffer. I had found a website that recommended this and gave a table of how much rice was equivalent to 100ccs of saline. I put the rice sacks in a bra that I had bought that I believed to be how large I would like to be after surgery. I wore the rice bra everywhere during my regular days to make sure I didn=t feel uncomfortably large up top. After a few weeks I was sure that the rice bra size was ideal.
Having a set surgery date was the perfect motivator to get my body in better shape. As the day got closer and closer I got even more excited. Like an elementary school child makes a paper chain counting down the days until Christmas, I made a paper chain to my big day. There wasn=t a nervous bone in my body- I was about to get what I always wanted to have been born with.

I couldn=t even contain myself the morning of my surgery. I brought the rice bra with me again to show Dr. Pousti, and I kiddingly said, AFill >er up!@ as I showed him the bra. I understood that he could only try to give me the look and size that I wanted; there were no guarantees. The nurses were all so kind and reassuring. I met with my anesthesiologist and then went under. Dr. Pousti uses sizers to ensure that you get the size you wanted. He had tried a 600cc sizer and decided it was too big. He knew I wanted to be large, but not huge. I was then given 525cc implants overfilled to 575ccs. I woke up groggy but so amazed. I had a chest! Between the bandages I could see cleavage. Cleavage...me with cleavage! Because my breasts were naturally constricted and so far apart, cleavage was something I had never really experienced. I stayed in the surgery center for a short while after I awoke and spoke with Dr. Pousti. He said everything went very well. I was still flabbergasted.
I was allowed to go home with my friend who was to take care of. For the next few days I was not really in pain, just a state of discomfort. Yes, it does feel like an elephant is sitting on your chest. Dr. Pousti called me that evening just to check up on me. I felt fine, but I found it very difficult to sit up and get out of bed. You never realize how much you use your pectoral muscles and your arms to get up. Keeping your elbows to your side to do everything was annoying yet necessary. Before five days was up I was off the pain killers and going stir crazy (I=m normally a very active person). I had my stitches removed on the sixth day out, and I got to see my breasts without any bandages for the first time. I was so happy I wanted to kiss Dr. Pousti! And then a shower; not being allowed to shower for 6 days was torturous. I saw Dr. Pousti frequently after my surgery. I became one of the very happy women to share my experience with others. I highly recommend Dr. Pousti to anyone. Would I do it all over again? In a heartbeat! Dr. Pousti and I both believe my results came out even better than expected. I feel they=re perfect, and I didn=t loose any sensation anywhere. I went from a 34B to a 34DD/36D. Dr. Pousti usually avoids mentioning cup sizes because they can vary so much, so please don=t place too much emphasis on a cup size. My small scars are quickly fading away. I now have the confidence I lacked before. My clothes fit and look better, and I feel like a million bucks. Thank you so much Dr. Pousti!

Breast Augmentation:

I wanted to write so other women doing their research could read how wonderful of a surgeon Dr. Tom Pousti, in San Diego, is. I spent seven months doing research and interviewing other surgeons in the San Diego area. I had made up my mind about breast augmentation, but finding the right doctor is what it's all about. After meeting with Dr. Pousti a few times, and then having my mother meet with him, I new he was the one. Personable, professional, caring, are only some of the qualities this doctor has to offer. He and his staff are the cream of the crop here in San Diego. My surgery was at Grossmont Hospital, which is a fabulous facility. Dr. Pousti, the nurses, my anesthesiologist, made me feel so at ease that I was not nervous at all before surgery. My end result...fantastic! I am a runner, with not a lot of body fat, and I think my breast look and feel natural! I would highly recommend Dr. Pousti to any other intelligent women that is looking to make a life changing decision like this.

Breast Augmentation:

I want to tell everyone what a fantastic job Dr. Pousti did on my breast augmentation surgery. Having the surgery was the best thing I have done for MYSELF. I am the mother of 3 breastfed sons who are in their 20's and I have been married for over 25 yrs. I was a very small B cup and now I can fill a D cup.

My husband has always said he loved me just the way I was and really didn't want me to have my boobs done, BUT he slipped a couple of times and made innocent jokes about my breast size and I thought to myself "I'm going to do this." I did my research and I chose Dr. Pousti. He and his staff are
exceptional! There was never any pressure just honest caring and kindness.

I have always felt like I mattered to them. I have never felt like just another patient or just another number. The decision to chose Dr. Pousti as my surgeon was made when he told me that I could come in any time to see his patients and ask questions. I loved the idea that I could see his
handiwork with my own eyes.

At my consultation I told Dr. Pousti that I thought I needed a lift and boob job. He told me that I didn't need a lift because the implants would give me the results I was looking for. This is an example of Dr. Pousti's commitment to providing the right thing for you. It is not about the money. Dr. Pousti is all about information. He said he wanted anyone considering surgery to be as informed as possible.

I had brought some pictures of how I would love to look and he kept those pictures. I look just like I wanted. Dr. Pousti ha given me a confidence that I didn't have before. He is a calm, patient, professional, & caring Doctor and he knows his stuff! He is honest about what he can achieve and delivers! My surgery was great. The facility was nice, clean, and the staff
there was great. Dr. Rose was my anesthesiologist. He was so funny and sweet. I cannot say enough about the whole experience. I can say this. I would do it all again! My hope is that you will read the many testimonies that are on this website and that you will visit Dr. Pousti's office so that
you can see for yourself how awesome he and his staff are.

I can't wait for this summer so that I can wear a bathing suit top WITHOUT pads in it!! I belive in Dr. Pousti's work so much that I have allowed my before pictures to be posted on this site so that other woman will see what a miracle worker he is.

P.S. my husband is very happy that I had the surgery. He is enjoying the new found confidence I have now and says my boobs like beautiful!

Thanks Dr. Pousti

J.L.E.

Breast Augmentation:

I had a breast augmentation done three months ago by Dr. Tom J. Pousti in San Diego. I am so glad I got a chance to meet with this doctor. I am so happy with my result of the surgery. I have a small child and I breast fed and my breast became very "ugly" after. Dr. Pousti changed my look! I went from small saggy "A" cup to a full "C" cup. I am waiting for the summer to come along so I can really show them off.

I highly recommend Dr. Tom Pousti to anyone who is interested. I met with several other patients from his office that was willing to share there experiences with me and that helped alot.

Breast Augmentation:

Ever since I can remember, I've been jealous of the women on the sunny beaches in San Diego wearing triangle top bikinis. I always suffered with those horrible padded swimsuits I had to wring out because they were water logged after a swim. Eventually, I had had enough and decided to research my options.
Unlike most people, I was lucky enough to have my first consultation with Dr. Pousti. I spent several hours on the internet looking at before and after pictures of various plastic surgeons and was most impressed with Dr. Pousti's website and pictures. So, I decided to call Dr. Pousti's office for a consultation. I clearly remember the first question he asked me: Why are you interested in a breast augmentation? After my response, he made it clear that he approved of my reason and would not perform the procedure on anyone if the only reason they were considering implants was to impress their significant other. This was what sealed my decision to choose Dr. Pousti. He clearly had my best interests in mind, not only physically but emotionally as well.
After my initial consultation, I came back to his office on three occasions, speaking to other patients and bringing pictures of results I did and did not want. He kept them in a folder to take into the operating room with him, which helped reassure me. He also invited me back to the office at any time to ask questions of him and/or other patients.
The morning of the surgery, I was very impressed with the nurses. They were comforting and reassuring. When I woke up from the surgery, I instantly had a nurse by my side, and that night at home, Dr. Pousti called to check on me. How rare is that!
I have been back to Dr. Pousti's office since the surgery for check-ups and have always been greeted with a smile. At each appointment, I was told what to expect to feel and experience, which helped when I actually couldn't lift my arms too high or sit up on my own.
Now five months later, I am so excited to be able to wear triangle top bikinis! My husband and I even went to the Caribbean and I absolutely love our sunny beach pictures! I can, without a doubt, say that my decision to have breast augmentation with Dr. Pousti, is one of the best decisions I have made.

Breast Augmentation:

I just wanted to give my recommendation to Dr. Pousti in San Diego. I just got my BA two weeks ago. He is a wonderful doctor. He is very reassuring and I felt very comfortable with him. His staff is wonderful. The nurses are very helpful, and I feel very comfortable asking them their opinions. I am still awaiting the final outlook on my BA. It is still hard to tell what they will look like.

Breast Augmentation/Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck):

I am a 40 year old mother of three children, from ages 18 to 2 years old. As much as I love my children, I have always resented the way my body has changed after each pregnancy. After nursing all 3, my body was ugly, saggy, stretched out and downright disgusting. I have always been very active, however, all the physical activity would never give me back my taught, lean torso!

When I was introduced to Dr. Pousti and his staff, I decided on that first visit that I wanted to have breast augmentation and tummy tuck. I didn't need any liposuction, that told me it was all SAG!

Since I have had the procedure, life has changed dramatically. I LOVE MYSELF! I love that my husband can't keep his hands off of me. I love that I don't ignore myself when passing a mirror. I love that my clothes fit so perfectly. I love that my friends and family all see such a change, for the good, in me. I know this all sounds shallow, but trust me, I have never felt so good about myself!

Although the surgery itself was tough to recover from, alot of it due to the necessity of having to shorten my convalescent period, I have no regrets. I would recommend to anyone considering this type of life changing experience to go for it! I now have the body that I've always wanted. I wear a full C cup bra, and my torso is tight and flat. 3 1/2 months after surgery, I feel and look better than I ever have, thanks to Dr. Pousti and his wonderful staff.

(From this patient's husband)

When my wife first told me she wanted enhancement surgery, I told her that I fell in love and married her the way she is, that she looked fine and that I wanted to use the extra money we had to buy a new car. Well, after seeing and experiencing the results, the difference in my wife's confidence when we go out, the energy it has put back in our love and everyday life...I have two things to say to Dr. Pousti- THANK YOU and my F-150 can wait!

Breast Augmentation/Labial Reduction :

I am 31 years old, a teacher and a research practitioner. It was just seven weeks ago that I had both breast augmentation and labia minora reduction procedures by Dr. Tom Pousti. Since both procedures are in very sensitive and private areas, I would not go to just any plastic surgeon. I had many friends make recommendations to me as to where to go and had gone to approximately a dozen consultation (maybe more) from Coronado to Beverly Hills. Once I narrowed it down to the top two, I consulted with them again. I chose Dr. Pousti because he had the best credentials, he is a true artist, and he is the most personable doctor you will ever come across. I know I could trust him and I do not trust many people in general. He took A LOT of time to answer all of my questions and provided me with his expertise in assisting me to "design" the most natural look that I was unfortunately not born with. Additionally, he was very nurturing throughout the entire experience. I am naturally a very anxious person and was quite nervous. I never once felt like "just another patient". I always felt taken care of.

After I had made my decision, I collected various pictures of what I did not want to look like as well as what I had wanted. Dr. Pousti studied these photos I had brought to him and then asked me questions and together we designed my new breasts and labia minora. You are probably thinking what is that? It is the stretchy inner lips of the vagina and I was very uncomfortable with the way mine appeared. It interfered with my sexual encounters since I was a late teen. I was embarrassed and I can say I am extremely happy with the results. (I had asked my OBGYN on various occasions if they could do this procedure and they did not recommend it. They even had said that there was a good chance of losing sensitivity during intercourse. Well, I can vouch that that is not true. It is even more wonderful than it was before!).

Before I really speak to my results, let me tell you about the actual day of the procedure. I showed up early on Friday morning at the Grossmont Surgical Center. The nurses were absolutely wonderful! They brought me into a little area where I changed out of my clothes and into my gown and slippers. Sounds like I was about to get a spa treatment, huh? Well, that is how they treated me. I sat in a very comfortable lazy-boy chair. The nurses put warm blankets on me and gave me something to feel very relaxed, but not too relaxed because I was to speak with Dr. Pousti one last time prior to being rolled into surgery. We looked at all of the pictures again and had conversations in regard to my desired results. I couldn't have felt more comfortable! Then I began to feel the anxiety of pre-surgery and the nurses took care of that with a little IV. Didn't feel a thing! Next, I was introduced to the other staff members ~ all very nice and taking care of my every need. Shortly after, I was rolled in but I do not remember.

Next thing I knew, I had breasts and an improved vaginal appearance! I felt no pain. My friend was there to take me home, but first they gave me a couple of pain-killers. It was a short ride home (I slept through it) and I walked up my stairs to my bedroom. My bed was arranged with three pillows propped up and smaller pillows for my arms to rest on. I also had a pillow for under my butt to prevent swelling in the labia area. (I had set this all up prior to leaving the house that morning which I highly recommend). I had all of my pills within reach as well as the remote to the TV and bottled water with a straw. The fridge was stocked and my friends who helped me the first three days were great!

I saw Dr. Pousti on Monday and everything looked great. My breasts were a little swollen and my labia minora looked better than I had imagined! The first week I was slow but moving around by day 5 with no problems. If you are considering a cosmetic procedure, I would highly recommend Dr. Pousti as your surgeon. I am probably the most high maintenance patient Dr. Pousti has ever had "to deal with" and can be very difficult because of my very high expectations, but Dr. Pousti couldn't have done a better job. Now I am back for laser hair removal!

Breast Augmentation:

After countless hours of research and consultations with many different doctors, I immediately realized Dr. Pousti was genuinely concerned with my well being. His open caring attitude was a pleasant surprise and has not diminished since the first consultation. The quality of his surgical abilities surpassed my expectations, which were already very high. His friendly and helpful staff compliment his skill and ability. My results are exactly what I wanted. His policy of providing actual patients for face to face reference interviews allowed all my questions to be answered and proved his expertise first hand.

My husbands comment: Woooh hoooo!

I would recommend Dr. Pousti to anyone considering plastic surgery.

Breast Augmentation:

I am a 20 year old female who had breast augmentation surgery on 4/1/2002. I am very pleased with my results and choice of physician. I am only 6 months out, and my incision lines are unnoticeable. I have noticed that my level of self-esteem, confidence and shopping habits have increased. I love the way I feel when I try new clothes on. If I had the choice of doing this surgery again, I would do it in a heart beat with Dr. Pousti.

Breast Augmentation:

For years, I had thought about having breast augmentation surgery but never really imagined myself going through with it. When people I knew began to undergo the surgery, I began thinking about it more and more. The dangers weren't so scary when I researched others' experiences and read about so many successful surgeries. Dr. Pousti was the first doctor I interviewed and despite his full waiting room, he insisted on answering all of my questions. He encouraged me to think about my decision and make sure that I really wanted the change. He wasn't interested in "landing another client" or getting on with his busy day, he wanted me to make sure that I would be happy with my new breasts if I did the surgery. I interviewed with other doctors who didn't make me feel that they cared much and had me in and out of the office in 5 minutes. Some told me to speak with the nurse if I had further questions. This was poor treatment compared to the excellent treatment I had received at Dr. Pousti's office. I felt that I was being cared for, not my pocketbook. The surgery center staff was fabulous, the anesthesiologist was humorous and kept me laughing which eased the nervousness I had. The after care has been great. Dr. Pousti called me the day of my surgery and the next day to see if I had any questions or concerns. I couldn't be happier with the result after just over a month - he did exactly what I wanted, with care and encouragement and that is a true professional!

Breast Augmentation:

At our first consultation with Dr. Pousti, my husband and I knew he was the doctor we wanted.
He is very professional, but he talks to you with patience and is very personable that he puts you totally at ease. He is very meticulous about the procedure, explaining everything in detail. I had complete trust in his ability to sense what kind of result I was looking for. Even though I am only one week post-op, I can already say my experience has been very positive. The girls at the office are very professional, knowledgeable and very personable. Dr. Pousti has an excellent staff. I highly recommend anyone to Dr. Pousti, he will take the time to know you so that there is a complete understanding of what you expect from your surgery. Thank you Dr. Pousti!

Breast Augmentation:

I had breast implants 2 1/2 months ago. Before the surgery, I had lost a lot of breast tissue from birth control. I went from a size 34 full C to a 34 small B. Because I had lost so much tissue, my breast became very saggy. I saw several plastic surgeons in the San Diego area, before meeting Dr. Pousti.

After leaving the other plastic surgeons offices, I had always felt like I was just another $$. Some of them made comments like "I can do the surgery in under an hour!" That scared me immensely. I wasn't interested in a race, I wanted someone who would take their time and give me the result I was looking for.

Then I finally met Dr. Pousti. The first trip to his office, I was rather nervous and skeptical based on my previous experiences. I was greeted with smiling faces and by name! After speaking with Dr. Pousti, I was able to meet some of his patients who had already had the surgery. This was extremely helpful because I didn't just get to look at pictures of his work but I was also able to get first hand information on the procedure from beginning to end.

I was very surprised when I left his office for the first time, they thanked me for coming in and told me to feel free to come back as many times as I liked. WOW! I was expecting the phrase that I had gotten from every other office, "sign here and pick a date". I didn't feel pressured for one second at Dr. Pousti's office; instead I was given information on how to look for a credible surgeon in case I didn't decide to have my surgery done there. The office didn't want anyone to make the mistake of going to an un-certified surgeon.

At that point, I knew I had found the office that cared about me and not the $.

Through the next 3 weeks, I visited Dr. Pousti's office regularly, not only getting to know him and his wonderful staff, but also being able to meet more patients and felt more comfortable about the big step I was going to take. I felt like part of the Pousti family, and it was nice to know that he was getting to know me well enough to know what I wanted. Dr. Pousti actually cared about how I would feel about my breasts after the surgery, this was a great comfort. I knew I was in good hands.

I finally had the surgery, and I couldn't be more pleased with the results. I went from a small 34 B to a 34 D.

My main message for women that are considering this surgery; Check each surgeon out thoroughly; ask to speak with previous patients. Be extremely cautious with any surgeon who won't provide you with references, because there must be a reason. Also when searching for a surgeon, don't just look at the price, make sure that the surgeon cares about each of his patients and cares about the result they receive. Dr. Pousti is that surgeon.

Abdominoplasty (Tummy tuck)/Arm lift/Thigh lift/Breast Lift/Breast Augmentation:

Life's Changes

It's an interesting and new feeling being one of the luckiest and happiest people I know. With all of the changes I've gone through during the last couple of years this is just something I'll have to get used to. Fortunately for me, Dr. Pousti has been a huge part of making this possible.

In October of 2000, I underwent a gastric bypass surgery with Dr. George Zorn at the Pacific Bariatric Surgery Medical Center in San Diego California. I'm happy to say I've lost over 180 pounds and have experienced great improvement in my health and general happiness. Unfortunately, not all the damage to my body could be solved by weight loss alone. I was left with huge amounts of excess skin which I needed and wanted to have removed. After talking with Dr. Zorn, and expressing my concern, he suggested I meet with Dr. Tom Pousti, a very talented reconstructive surgeon in the area who was experienced in dealing with cases such as my own. He also introduced me to one of Dr. Pousti's patients who'd recently undergone one of the surgeries I needed. Not only was she full of information, she took the time to show me the work Dr. Pousti had done for her. I was very impressed to say the least.

My consultation with Dr. Pousti was amazing. His office and office staff was warm and welcoming and friendly. The time he had scheduled for me was exactly that, mine. There was no rushing through questions or answers, unlike countless consultations I'd experienced with other surgeons. It actually took me a while to realize he was in no hurry, he was there, for me, and in no rush to have me leave. I felt very comfortable, very important and quite unique. Not only did Dr. Pousti answer all of the questions I had about what would be happening with me, but he happily answered questions I had about him and informed me of things I'd never thought about. He went through photos of procedures he had performed offering suggestions and insight. He didn't offer any miracles; he was honest and realistic in what we would be able to accomplish. I appreciated this because I needed to trust and feel comfortable with someone who would be taking my life in his hands. I have to admit, as I was leaving Dr. Pousti's office, I had a feeling this was the person who would be helping me to change my life.

Living out of the area, Dr. Pousti made a point of letting me know I could contact him with any questions or concerns, either by phone or e-mail and I could see him as often as necessary. After doing extensive research on reconstructive surgeons, and the surgeries themselves, on line as well as in person, I'd made my choice.

I've since undergone four procedures with Dr. Pousti, so far, a bilateral arm lift, bilateral thigh lift, breast lift with augmentation and a panniculectomy, all at the Grossmont Plaza Surgery Center. That has also has been a wonderful experience, full of kind, caring and professional people. His choice of colleagues has been a pleasure and gift.

I'm still a work in progress and am looking forward to my next surgery, and I can think of no other surgeon with whom I would feel comfortable, or trust with this body of mine. My incisions have healed and are healing beautifully and look better one month out of surgery than many photos I've seen of patients of other surgeons several months out. I honestly believe it will be difficult to see signs of scaring as the months pass. Friends and family are truly amazed at my progress and during my checkups to his office, I've been proud to show prospective patients of Dr. Pousti the work he has performed.

Throughout my entire experience with Dr. Pousti, I feel that his number one concern has been for my health, happiness and satisfaction. I feel as though we've been more of a team than just a surgeon and his patient. Not only has he been a most excellent surgeon and a kind and honorable man, but he has been a wonderfully amazing artist, changing the life of a very grateful, beautiful me.

Thank you, thank you, thank you, Dr. Pousti, from the bottom of my heart!

M.K.
Reno, Nevada

Breast Augmentation : (This is a letter to the patient's OBGYN Dr. C.)

Earlier this year, I sought your advice concerning breast augmentation surgery. Since you are a respected OBGYN (and female!) who is consistently professional and compassionate, your advice merits respect. Specifically, I asked if you were familiar with the skills and qualifications of Dr. Tom Pousti. You enthusiastically recommended him as a highly competent surgeon. In addition, you testified to the quality of his work since several of your own patients had undergone breast augmentation surgery conducted by Dr. Pousti.

Thank you so much for your advice and recommendation. Indeed, I met with Dr. Pousti and chose him as my surgeon. My consultations with Dr. Pousti were thorough, and I felt reassured by his commitment tomy well-being. Going into surgery, I felt entirely comfortable knowing that Dr. Pousti had a clear understanding of what I wanted in terms of my physical appearance.

It has been 19 weeks since my breast augmentation surgery and I am pleased to say that I couldn't be happier with the results. Dr. Pousti and his skilled staff have been consistently professional and considerate durging all of my pre-op and post-op visits.

Again, thank you for your candid and qualified advice. You have contributed to my satisfaction with my new figure.

S.R.
San Diego, California

Breast Augmentation

When I was a teenager, friends and family told me not to worry about my flat chest- that would all change after I had a child. They were wrong, I had my first at 20, and two years later, had less breast tissue than before pregnancy. I could feel my ribs through my breasts.

So, I started doing research, and going on consultations. I went to several Dr.’s before I decided on Dr. Pousti. I was very impressed with the office staff- they were all very friendly and helpful. They made me comfortable. Dr. Pousti was very patient, he was happy to answer all of my questions and he had a picture of a previous breast augmentation he had done for a woman with the same characteristics as mine- FLAT.
With the implants that Dr. Pousti put in, the same woman in the picture had a nice looking C cup.

Other Doctors told me that they couldn’t go bigger than a certain size because I didn’t have enough flesh to work with. This was not what I wanted to hear.

Because of money problems, I put off my surgery for three years. I wish I’d just done it in the first place, instead of waiting. I eventually went back to Dr. Pousti, because I remembered how comfortable I was with him and the office staff. At my first appointment in three years I scheduled my surgery because I was completely comfortable there.

I had my surgery August 12, 2005. We were late, because I left the instructions at home but we made it to the correct surgery center- finally. The staff at Alvarado Surgical center was friendly, the anesthesiologist came in to talk to me and reassure me that it would all be all right. The scariest part was walking into the operating room and laying down on the table. I guess I looked as freaked out as I felt, because Dr. Pousti held my hand (maybe he was checking my pulse? Either way, it made me feel better) and I was out within about 10 seconds.

I woke up in a recovery room, and the nurse brought me some water and a pill (musta been something strong!). Now it seems like I just woke up and jumped out of bed. I probably did, because the drugs were very good. I got up, got dressed, threw up (empty stomach) and left.

I remember most of it, but I don’t remember pain until that night when it woke me up, when I was ready for more drugs..

I was off the drugs four days after surgery. I didn’t notice a lot of bruising- so I believe that Dr. Pousti was as gentle as he could be and still get the job done. For about a month, my chest was a little uncomfortable- achy mostly, but once I didn’t have to wear a surgical bra, it was fine within a week. Six weeks after surgery, I started running again, and it’s great! I actually wear a sports bra now!

Thanks to Dr. Pousti, I now have a very nice 34C. I have no rippling, or any other problems - they’re beautiful, soft, even and most importantly, natural looking. Pre-surgery, my left nipple was a little higher than my right, but after surgery, I can’t tell that there was ever any difference.

I heard terrible things about breast augmentation gone wrong, but have had nothing but luck with mine. I would refer anyone to Dr. Pousti, and I did- my grandmother!

I’m really looking forward to this summer when I can show everything off, and finally feel sexy. I have boobs! Life is great!

K.G.
San Diego, California

Breast Augmentation: (removal and replacement)

Dear Dr. Pousti,

I just wanted to take a minute to tell you an extra "thank you". Today (Wednesday) Glenn and I had a consultation with you. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your time and patience. I want to apologize for keeping you so long at our appointment. When we came in, their was no one in the waiting room and I assumed that we were your last appointment for the day. After walking out and seeing more people in your waiting room I felt bad for holding you up.

When I got home and was thinking about our appointment, you were so patient with me and all my questions. You did not make me feel rushed or hurried. You were patient, understanding, and thorough. I was also very greatful for your honesty.

Over the past 6 months or so I know I have probably asked you the same questions more than 100 times and you are always so patient and up front with me. You've always told me to take time with my thoughts and not rush anything. Some Doctors would see my situation as a dollar sign and not
put the emotion into it.

Glenn and I commented to you about the books in the waiting area and you said your wife put them together for you. You said they are nice to reflect on after some of those more trying days.

Dr. Pousti, I just want you to know how much I appreciate you and what you do. I am a Manicurist and own my own business. Dealing with people day in and day out I can tell you that I really notice and admire your people skills. Also, how respectful you are to your staff. They respond well to
you and it shows in their work that they enjoy what they do and who they work for. Most business philosophy's believe that the customers should come first and always be happy. But if you have an unhappy staff how can you have happy customers. So really shouldn't the employees come first.
This seems to be the case in your office. Everyone's always happy and very accomodating. I believe that is why I feel so comfortable with you and your staff.

I felt very comfortable with the conclusion we reached and I again want to thank you for being approachable and making me feel comfortable with something I have been struggling with.

Thank you again.
Respectfully,

Breast Augmentation:

I expressed to Dr. Pousti that my two main concerns were the IV and the anesthesia, neither of which I had had before. I asked if I could come look at the OR. Dr. Pousti said he had a breast augmentation patient the next morning, would I like to come then??(* if he could get her permission) I said yes, this was important, I'll move around my purification to start work late and be in the OR by 10am. When I got to Grossmont Surgical Center, the staff was wonderful. Rose in pre-op took me through exactly everything that would happen on my surgery day. Knowing I am afraid of