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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
17742 Beach Blvd., Ste. 335 , Huntington Beach, California
(714) 643-8778
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4.9 | 68 Reviews
56 Questions Answered
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🩺27 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

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How realistic is it to get the bubble butt I want? (photos)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Based on your height, weight, and your picture, it appears that you might not have enough fat to achieve the fullness you are looking for. However, you can achieve a more full buttock with implants and fat. I recommend having an intramuscular buttock procedure with round buttock implants. From the reference photo, I would recommend 400 cc implants. Possible fat grafting in addition to the implants can be done to fill out the outer part of the buttock and give a more curvaceous appearance.
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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 68 reviews

Should breast implants with an anchor breast lift go under or over muscle?

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Either implant placement can be performed. Breast Augmentation and Breast Lift are separate and distinct procedures. The procedures should not affect the approach of each other.
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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 68 reviews

Is it safe to have a diastasis repair, tummy tuck and a breast implant exchange with breast lift all during one surgery?

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
If you have no health conditions and are healthy, having all the procedures together is perfectly normal and safe. We often do this in my office with patients that are young and healthy. It is not unusual to do a mommy makeover all under one surgery if you have no underlining medical conditions.
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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 68 reviews

Interested in tummy tuck, 360 lipo and lift with possible implants. Am I a good mommy makeover candidate? (Photos)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
From the photos you have provided, you appear to have excess skin of your abdomen, abdominal muscle laxity, and drooping breasts. The abdomen area does appear to have excess visceral (internal) fat that cannot be liposuctioned. Reducing the visceral fat can help define your waist line more and achieve optimal results. You are a good candidate for 360 liposuction as a second procedure after a tummy tuck to give you a more contoured look. A breast augmentation may not be necessary; however, a breast lift can benefit your sagging breasts by recentering your nipple.
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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 68 reviews

Is this back fat or loose skin? I am wondering if I would be a good candidate for liposuction. (photos)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
You would be a great candidate for liposuction. You have nice skin tone in your back. The excess fat can be removed through liposuction of your back.
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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 68 reviews

Do I need a tummy tuck or lipo? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
You have the option of laser liposuction versus a mini abdominoplasty to remove the excess skin in the lower abdomen. You have excellent skin and muscle tone, except their is a little bit of excess skin in your lower abdomen region that needs correction through either of the procedures I had listed.
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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 68 reviews

Would a tummy tuck help support posture for someone who has a hunched back and back pain?

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There are many causes of back pain. If your back pain starts from muscle strain, reinforcing the torn muscle might help. However, tummy tucks do not generally help with back pain.

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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 68 reviews

TT and I need a breast lift with implants. I can't do them together. Which one do I want to get done first? (photos)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
The breast lift, breast augmentation, and abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) can be performed in one surgery. These can be completed together if you are in good health. If you need or want to split the surgery into two parts, I would prioritize or address the stomach first. Then, the breast surgery can be performed as early as 1 month apart.
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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 68 reviews

If this was your work, how would you go about correcting it? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
Based on your picture, you have mild jowling, platysma banding, and facial and neck skin laxity. The best option would be a full face lift with SMAS-plication and a platysmaplasty. Because you have a thin neck, it is very possible to achieve a sharp chin to neck angle.
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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 68 reviews

Is this a diastasis? Would a tummy tuck with lipo fix it? (Photo)

Asked By:AnonymousANSWERS (1)
This does look like diastasis recti and can be fixed with muscle repair. I would suggest weight reduction first, since you carry a lot of visceral fat. There is a higher chance of the diastasis coming back with greater amounts of visceral fat.
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Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 68 reviews

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Breast Reconstruction

Forceful24478

Best Plastic Surgeon in CA, Even Better and Cheaper Than Beverly Hills Doctors

Dr. Vu is my favorite all time doctor! He is amazing, he is humble and kind, he CARES about his patients and even though he's very quiet for the most part, he will tell you what you need to know. I have never felt more comfortable with any doctor cutting into my body. I had breast cancer and he took on a huge endeavor by doing a breast reconstruction where they did a mastectory as well as reduced my other breast to match the new one he basically hand built!! He always made me feel comfortable and he and his nurse, Rose, are totally on the same page all the way. It was a real pleasure working with him, although the drive was horrible, it was worth the effort as I could not be more pleased with his work. He is an artist and a very caring man which is extremely difficult to find these days. He never keeps me waiting a long time and gives me what I need to treat my wounds. He thoroughly explains the process, the time involved and even tells me what may go wrong, but if it did, he'd fix it. A truly God-sent doctor I would refer everyone I loved to. I will have more done with him in the future and his prices are extremely FAIR!! From the bottom of my heart, I am truly grateful for you taking on the task 3 doctors at Kaiser kept giving me excuses to not do it! Thank you Dr. Vu, for changing my life and your love and dedication to your exquisite craftsmanship!! Laura Francis

Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS
Response from Dr.Steve T. Vu, MD, FACSDear Laura, Thank you for your kind words and heartfelt message. It was an honor to be part of your breast reconstruction journey, and I deeply appreciate the trust you placed in me during such a significant time in your life. Your strength and positive outlook were truly inspiring, and I’m grateful that you felt informed, comfortable, and cared for throughout the process. I’m also glad to hear you had a great experience with Rose—teamwork is essential in delivering the best care possible. I’m humbled by your feedback and sincerely thank you for allowing me to be part of your recovery. I’m here for you anytime and look forward to supporting you in the future.
Facelift

Awesome749841

3 months post-op facelift with Dr. Vu, excellent & results were great!

Great experience with Dr Vu. He is a professional with many years experience and it shows. He also answered all of my questions throughout. I was afraid I would look too different so I asked a lot of questions and waited until I felt The results were great!

Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS
Response from Dr.Steve T. Vu, MD, FACSThank you so much for your kind words! I'm really glad to hear that you had a great experience and felt comfortable throughout the process. I completely understand how important it is to feel confident in your decisions, and I’m happy I could answer all your questions and help guide you. It’s great to hear that you're pleased with the results—I always aim to ensure my patients feel like the best version of themselves. It was a pleasure working with you!
Panniculectomy

Funny45250

I love my results - Dr Vu is an amazing and caring doctor

Dr. Vu is an amazing and caring doctor . I had an amazing and safe experience. I was so nervous before surgery, when he came in marked the incision location, he assured me I was in good hands and he is confident in his work. I love my results !!! Thank you Dr. Vu . Not to forget Rose his amazing nurse . Friendly and explained in details . Thanks Rose

Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS
Response from Dr.Steve T. Vu, MD, FACSThank you so much for your kind words! I’m so glad to hear that you had a positive and safe experience. I know how nerve-wracking it can be before surgery, and it means a lot to me that I was able to provide reassurance and confidence. I’m thrilled you love your results! Rose and I are both so grateful for your trust and kind feedback. It was a pleasure working with you, and I’m here for any questions or support you need moving forward!
Eyelid Surgery

jgubba1

Highly recommend Dr. Vu - I felt he had my best results at heart

Dr. Vu bedside manners were so professional. He educated me on my chooses for upper and lower eyelid surgery. we talked about upper eyelid with full face/ under laser for optimal results. i didn't feel he was trying to sell me instead i felt he had my best results at heart. i highly recommend Dr. Vu

Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS
Response from Dr.Steve T. Vu, MD, FACSThank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! I’m really glad to hear that you felt well-informed and supported throughout the process. My goal is always to ensure that my patients fully understand their options and make the best decision for their unique needs, not just to sell a procedure. I’m so happy that you felt comfortable with the approach we discussed, and I truly appreciate your trust in me. Your recommendation means a lot—thank you again!
Breast Reduction

svaldecantos

Seamless experience - I highly recommend this office

Just an amazing experience! I had a breast reduction surgery with Dr. Vu and it was such a great and seamless experience from beginning to end! The whole staff is amazing, especially Rose who have been answering all my questions and have been a part of the process from beginning to end. She is very communicative and very knowledgeable. I always feel welcome and important! I was well informed during my pre-op regarding the procedure, and feel well taken care of after! I highly recommend this office if you are considering getting a procedure done!

Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS
Response from Dr.Steve T. Vu, MD, FACSThank you so much for sharing your experience! I’m so happy to hear that everything went smoothly for you, and that you felt supported throughout the entire process. Rose is truly an invaluable part of our team, and I’m glad she was able to provide the care and communication you needed. It’s always my priority to make sure you feel well-informed, comfortable, and valued every step of the way. Your kind words mean a lot, and I’m thrilled that you’re happy with your results!
$6,900Breast Augmentation

Sociable778026

They already look great, can’t wait to see the final results

Whole process was very easy and pleasant Dr Vu and his team made it so effortless and smooth. I can say enough how much whole team made procedure great experience. I’m happy with my results and can’t wait for swelling to go down and see the final outcome. They already look great, can’t wait to see the final results.

Steve T. Vu, MD, FACS
Response from Dr.Steve T. Vu, MD, FACSThank you for sharing your experience! I’m delighted to hear that the entire process was smooth and enjoyable for you. My team and I are committed to ensuring a seamless experience, and I’m so pleased that you felt well supported throughout. I’m confident that you’ll be even more satisfied with the final results once the swelling subsides. It’s wonderful to hear that you’re already pleased with your progress, and I look forward to seeing how you feel about the final outcome.
Breast Reduction

Thriving951208

Could not be happier with new boobies after breast reduction!

Doctor Steve Vu and his staff are amazing. I have never been so pleased with the entire process start to finish. I had a breast reduction and was nervous to say the least. I had never had anything like this before. My results are amazing. I am healing better than I could have ever imagined and my confidence (which wasn't bad before) is at an all time high. There was almost no pain and I stopped all pain meds the following day. Dr. Vu was wonderful and so professional from start to finish! The girls in the office are so nice and welcoming as well. I was not paid for this review I am a real patient and am absolutely over the top please with my new boobies. Thank you Dr. Vu you have helped me with a much better quality of life. I can actually run again! Ladies I highly recommend Dr. Vu. I would love to add photos but may not be appropriate ha!

Liposuction

Kimmie in OC

I can already tell how sculpted my entire waist section, abs and flanks, are!

Everything from the first phone call to the first follow-up appointment after the procedure was professional, caring and exactly what I was hoping for. As a patient I did my homework and called around to several other doctors to gage how pleasant and knowledgable their front office is since they are the first point of contact with patients. Honestly, all the offices I called were helpful and courteous. However, Christine at Dr. Vu's office instantly made me feel assured, comforted and she was so personable and helpful. She didn't make me feel like she was reading from a script of answers, she really made me feel excited about the procedure instead of uneasy and scared. Tracy and Rose were also so sweet and they made me feel so comfortable every time I was there. Dr. Vu is a very calming presence. He is knowledgable and patient and answered all my questions thoughtfully. He is thorough and made sure I understood what the lipo procedure entailed, how small the incisions would be and he made sure that I was aware of what I needed to do after the procedure to best care for myself for the best possible outcome. I was so excited the day of the procedure and wasn't too nervous since the anesthesia nurse, Evan, had spoken to me the day before to answer any last minute questions and to go over again what the steps will be before, during and after the procedure. Evan is awesome and even called the day after to check in to make sure I was ok, as did Dr. Vu and Christine. They really made me feel important and I wasn't just another patient that they were done with and on to the next patient. The results post-op 10 days there is still some swelling, which Dr. Vu informed me would be the case for a few months. But OOOMMGG! I can already tell how sculpted my entire waist section, abs and flanks, are! I didn't have a lot to remove but it was that stubborn little mommy pooch under the belly button and flank areas, which every woman knows is nearly impossible to shrink and sculpt with just diet and exercise. I am absolutely thrilled at the results already and I know it will only continue to heal and look better and better in the coming weeks. I'm thrilled with my results so far and am glad I chose Dr. Vu at California Aesthetic Center. I see why he is so reputable and has so many positive reviews. He and his staff were professional, warm and were there for me at every step of the process.

Breast Implant Revision

TraciS273

I Highly Recommend Dr Vu and His Fabulous Team.

My experience with Dr. Vu has been immensely positive. He and his whole team - Coco, Rose, Bella and Tracy are very professional, patient, caring and compassionate, no matter how busy they may be. Each has always been ready to address any questions or concerns, making sure I was comfortable. Dr. Vu partnered with me to fully understand what I was wanting. He listened and discussed my procedure making sure we both were on the same page regarding realistic outcome and expectations. I am prone to developing excess scar tissue. Dr. Vu implemented strategies to help reduce scaring, and is following me through the healing process. I am a returning patient and am very thankful to Dr. Vu and his team. He is a very skilled and caring surgeon. I highly recommend this doctor and his staff.

$8,755Breast Reduction

Cullies Doctor

Dr. Steve Vu is a Caring and Gifted Surgeon.

Dr. Steve Vu spent a lot of time with me on my consultation understanding what I wanted to accomplish. I had a breast reduction AND lift with the "anchor" cut. After surgery my breasts and nipples were perfectly aligned, beautiful shape and placement. Scars are perfect thin lines, no bumps and not even noticeable. I could not have asked for a better outcome! I have recommended Dr. Vu to my best friend and my sister.