When patients think about facial aging, they often assume the issue is simply a loss of volume. While this is partially true, the reality is more complex. Over time, the face loses fullness and its underlying structures change. Fat pads shift, certain areas hollow, and the balance between facial features gradually evolves. At Ethos Plastic… Read More »
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Signs You Need an Upper Blepharoplasty
Your eyes are often the first feature people notice. They communicate energy, warmth, focus, and emotion. However, over time, subtle changes in the upper eyelids can begin to shift how you look, and often how you feel. At Ethos Plastic Surgery, many patients tell Harvard trained plastic surgeon Dr. Ginger Xu the same thing: “I… Read More »
The GX Collection™: Seven Pillars of Holistic Healing
In the heart of San Francisco at Ethos Plastic Surgery, board-certified female plastic surgeon Dr. Ginger Xu is excited to announce the GX Collection™, a thoughtfully curated selection of treatments designed to provide patients with the best possible experience before and after plastic surgery. This masterfully designed collection revolves around the seven pillars of healing… Read More »
Saline vs. Silicone Implants: Choosing the Best Option for Bay Area Patients
Prior to undergoing breast augmentation surgery, we want our patients to comprehend the differences between saline and silicone implants before choosing one for their procedure. In the Bay Area, where individuality, subtlety, and natural aesthetics are deeply valued, patients often come to Harvard-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Ginger Xu looking for more than just a size… Read More »
Why Patients in San Francisco Are Choosing Dr. Ginger Xu
In a place like San Francisco, where people value authenticity and subtle, natural beauty, patients often want more than just a technically skilled surgeon. They want someone who understands their individuality, listens closely, and approaches their goals with genuine, industry-leading care. For many in the Bay Area, that surgeon is Dr. Ginger Xu. At Ethos… Read More »
Dr. Ginger Xu’s Guide to Natural Healing After Plastic Surgery
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon Dr. Ginger Xu’s GX Collection™ is redefining what it means to have an optimal holistic recovery after plastic surgery. Her unique approach blends the Five Guiding Principles of Recovery and the Seven Pillars of Healing into a holistic, natural, and comprehensive recovery program that is genuinely unparalleled. The Seven Pillars of Healing:… Read More »
What Is a BBL?
If you’ve asked yourself “what is a BBL?”, you’re not alone. The Brazilian Butt Lift, often referred to simply as BBL surgery, is one of the most talked-about body contouring procedures today. Despite its name, this treatment isn’t a “lift” in the traditional sense and doesn’t involve implants. Instead, it uses your own body fat… Read More »
Small Breast Implants: Avoiding the Barbie Look
In recent years, there’s been a quiet but steady shift in breast augmentation trends. Many women are choosing small breast implants to achieve a natural, proportional look rather than the exaggerated curves often associated with the so-called “Barbie” aesthetic. At Ethos Plastic Surgery, Harvard-trained and board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ginger Xu has championed this subtle,… Read More »
Motiva Breast Implants in San Francisco — Natural Beauty, Next-Gen Safety
By Dr. Ginger Xu If you’re exploring breast augmentation in San Francisco, you’ve probably heard of Motiva® Breast Implants, the most talked-about innovation in breast enhancement today. Known for their soft, natural feel and advanced safety features, Motiva implants are redefining the way women think about breast augmentation. At my boutique, holistic plastic surgery practice… Read More »
Double Chin Removal: Here Are Your Options
The area under the chin may be small, but for many people, it has an outsized effect on how they feel about their appearance. Submental fullness, commonly known as a “double chin,” can obscure the jawline, soften the neck, and create a sense of heaviness that doesn’t always reflect how you feel on the inside…. Read More »