Name: Michael J. Halls, MD
Last name: Halls
Began aesthetic medicine in: 1987
Years experience: 36
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Business: La Jolla Breast Institute
Address: 9850 Genesse Ave.
Address suite: Ste. 630
Phone: +1 858-458-0100
City: La Jolla
State: California
Zip Code: 92037
Country: US
Consulting Fees: 0$
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Clinical Privileges:
- Sharp Grossmont Hospital, La Mesa, CA
- Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla, CA
- Sharp Memorial Hospital, San Diego, CA
Education:
- Undergraduate: BS, University of Western Ontario, Canada, 1973
- Medical: MD, University of Western Ontario, Schulich School of Medicine, Canada, 1977
Postdoc Training:
- Internship: Mixed Surgical, St. Michael’s Hospital, Canada, 1978
- Residencies:
- Plastic Surgery, University of Western Ontario, Canada, 1982
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA, 1983
- Fellowships:
- Plastic Surgery, University of Western Ontario, Canada, 1982
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA,1984
Member of:
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
GPS coordinates on map: 32.8475,-117.2750015
Primary location:
Location name: La Jolla
State: CA
Country: US
Map point: 32.8475,-117.2750015
State: CA
Country: US
Map point: 32.8475,-117.2750015
Treatments:
- AlloDerm
- Areola Reduction Surgery
- Arm Lift
- Belly Button Surgery
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Fat Transfer
- Breast Implant Removal
- Breast Implant Revision
- Breast Implants
- Breast Lift
- Breast Lift with Implants
- Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Reconstruction Revision
- Breast Reconstruction with DIEP Flap
- Breast Reconstruction with Fat Transfer
- Breast Reconstruction with Latissimus Flap
- Breast Reconstruction with SGAP Flap
- Breast Reconstruction with TRAM Flap
- Breast Reduction
- Capsular Contracture Treatment
- Earlobe Repair
- Gynecomastia Surgery
- Ideal Implant
- Inspira Breast Implants
- Inverted Nipple Surgery
- Lipoma Removal
- Liposuction
- Lower Facelift
- Male Tummy Tuck
- Mentor Breast Implants
- Mini Facelift
- Mini Tummy Tuck
- Mommy Makeover
- Natrelle Breast Implants
- Nipple Reduction
- Nipple Surgery
- Ptosis Surgery
- Scar Removal
- Strattice
- Thigh Lift
- Tummy Tuck
- Tummy Tuck Revision
RealSelf Info
Rating: 4.2
Profile views: 2259
Answer count: 30
Review count: 5
Star rating: 2.0473720558371
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Profile created: Apr 8, 2010
Profile modified: Oct 2, 2019
Profile photo modified: Feb 21, 2020
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Premier status: Free
Tier: Free-Claimed
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Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Doctor Designation Start Time: Apr 13, 2015
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033
Locations
- La Jolla, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 32.8475,-117.2750015
Latest ratings of treatments
- Breast Reconstruction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Mastectomy (May 2018) – Overall rating: 4/5
- Breast Reconstruction (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Reconstruction with Latissimus Flap (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Reduction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 2/5
- Breast Reconstruction with Latissimus Flap (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Reconstruction (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Reconstruction with Latissimus Flap (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Reconstruction (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Mastectomy (May 2018) – Overall rating: 4/5
- Mastectomy (May 2018) – Overall rating: 4/5
- Breast Reconstruction (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Reconstruction (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Mastectomy (Nov -0001) – Overall rating: 5/5
- Breast Reduction (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 2/5
- Breast Reduction (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 2/5
- Breast Reduction (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 2/5
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Is weight loss okay during the 6 week recovery process? (By healthy eating and walking - NOT inten
Check with your plastic surgeon first.
Feb 5, 2016
Feb 5, 2016
Thank you for your photos. Your early results look excellent. Some
light to moderate walking is often recommended during the healing process after
surgery because this can stimulate blood circulation, which may help reduce
swelling. Some dieting should also be fine, but check with your plastic surgeon
first. Be sure not to engage in any strenuous activities for several more weeks,
and wear a comfortable, supportive bra during any physical activity.
light to moderate walking is often recommended during the healing process after
surgery because this can stimulate blood circulation, which may help reduce
swelling. Some dieting should also be fine, but check with your plastic surgeon
first. Be sure not to engage in any strenuous activities for several more weeks,
and wear a comfortable, supportive bra during any physical activity.
Do implants always have to drop into there permanent position post surgery?
Yes, breast implants normally take 3 to 6 months to drop into place.
Feb 2, 2016
Feb 2, 2016
Your surgeon is correct that immediately after your breast
augmentation, your implants will sit a bit high on your chest. This is because
your breast tissue, skin and muscles need to gradually accommodate the implants
before they can settle into their intended position. Implant settling usually
takes longer for submuscular placement than subglandular placement. Breast
implants take about 6 months to fully settle into place, sometimes longer. Good
luck with your results.
augmentation, your implants will sit a bit high on your chest. This is because
your breast tissue, skin and muscles need to gradually accommodate the implants
before they can settle into their intended position. Implant settling usually
takes longer for submuscular placement than subglandular placement. Breast
implants take about 6 months to fully settle into place, sometimes longer. Good
luck with your results.
How soon can you begin massaging your implants if behind the muscle?
Consult with your surgeon before considering implant massage.
Jan 27, 2016
Jan 27, 2016
Not all surgeons recommend massaging the implants to encourage
healing. Firmness and swelling are very normal for the first several weeks
after breast augmentation. If you’re interested in practicing massage
techniques to help your breasts heal faster, I suggest consulting with your
surgeon first. Whether implant massage may help your particular case can depend
on the type of breast implant used and the augmentation technique. Best of
luck.
healing. Firmness and swelling are very normal for the first several weeks
after breast augmentation. If you’re interested in practicing massage
techniques to help your breasts heal faster, I suggest consulting with your
surgeon first. Whether implant massage may help your particular case can depend
on the type of breast implant used and the augmentation technique. Best of
luck.
Post breast augmentation blues- too small, will it get any smaller? Please help!!
Your results are still in the early stages of developing.
Jan 18, 2016
Jan 18, 2016
Thank you for your photos. Keep in mind that 3 days post-op is still
very early in your recovery process and your final results won’t be apparent
for another few months. It’s very common for women to feel doubts about their
decision immediately after surgery. Try to be patient and see how your final
results turn out. If you’re still unhappy with the size after several months go
by, you can consult with your surgeon about updating your implants to a larger
size.
very early in your recovery process and your final results won’t be apparent
for another few months. It’s very common for women to feel doubts about their
decision immediately after surgery. Try to be patient and see how your final
results turn out. If you’re still unhappy with the size after several months go
by, you can consult with your surgeon about updating your implants to a larger
size.
Is it true that after you have a breast agmentation you have to wear a sports bra pretty much 24/7
Post surgical care varies depending on the surgeon and your needs.
Jan 12, 2016
Jan 12, 2016
The exact instructions for your breast augmentation recovery will
depend on the approach your surgeon used for your breast augmentation. Many
surgeons provide women with bandages and a special post-op bra to wear after
their augmentation. This compression garment can help improve swelling and
encourage blood circulation. Once you return to your normal routine, many
surgeons suggest wearing a sports bra until your incisions have healed, as
underwire can irritate the incisions and disrupt the...
depend on the approach your surgeon used for your breast augmentation. Many
surgeons provide women with bandages and a special post-op bra to wear after
their augmentation. This compression garment can help improve swelling and
encourage blood circulation. Once you return to your normal routine, many
surgeons suggest wearing a sports bra until your incisions have healed, as
underwire can irritate the incisions and disrupt the...
Which implant shape would you recommend to correct my breast asymmetry?
The best implant for you depends on your appearance goals.
Jan 5, 2016
Jan 5, 2016
Thank you for your photos. You appear to have mild asymmetry that
can be easily resolved by a skilled breast surgeon. The best implant type
depends on your ideal look. If you wish to create a subtle, natural looking
result, you may want to consider gummy bear implants. However, if you’re
interested in a more augmented look, your surgeon can use differently sized
round implants to create more upper pole fullness. If you specifically want the
most symmetrical results possible, ask your...
can be easily resolved by a skilled breast surgeon. The best implant type
depends on your ideal look. If you wish to create a subtle, natural looking
result, you may want to consider gummy bear implants. However, if you’re
interested in a more augmented look, your surgeon can use differently sized
round implants to create more upper pole fullness. If you specifically want the
most symmetrical results possible, ask your...
After weight loss, breasts are a bit deflated and saggy. Any suggestions?
It depends on the amount of sagging.
Dec 29, 2015
Dec 29, 2015
If you have only a mild amount of sagging, breast augmentation alone
may be enough to fill out your breasts and create a more youthful profile. If
this is your aim, choose a modest implant size, as large implants can increase
sagging due to their weight. However, if you have a moderate to severe case of
breast ptosis, it may be worth it to consider combining your augmentation with
a lift. Most women who choose this option are very satisfied with their
results. I understand your concern with...
may be enough to fill out your breasts and create a more youthful profile. If
this is your aim, choose a modest implant size, as large implants can increase
sagging due to their weight. However, if you have a moderate to severe case of
breast ptosis, it may be worth it to consider combining your augmentation with
a lift. Most women who choose this option are very satisfied with their
results. I understand your concern with...
Fluid around breast implant 7 years after surgery. Any suggestions?
You may have capsular contracture.
Dec 23, 2015
Dec 23, 2015
Without an in-person examination, it is impossible to determine what
might be going on. However, since you have had your breast implants for several
years and only recently began to experience some pain, you may have capsular
contracture. This is one of the most common complications that develops after
breast augmentation, but should be easily remedied with revision surgery. Since
your breast doesn’t feel hard to the touch and you don’t have pain throughout
the breast, you may have...
might be going on. However, since you have had your breast implants for several
years and only recently began to experience some pain, you may have capsular
contracture. This is one of the most common complications that develops after
breast augmentation, but should be easily remedied with revision surgery. Since
your breast doesn’t feel hard to the touch and you don’t have pain throughout
the breast, you may have...
Do I need breast revision? Will my breasts look normal?
You should give your results more time to develop before considering revision surgery.
Dec 16, 2015
Dec 16, 2015
Thank you for your photo. Since your recent breast augmentation was
only 2 or 3 months ago, it’s still too soon to determine what your final
results will look like. Keep in mind that breast implants can take up to a year
to drop in some women, and the larger the implant, the longer it typically
takes. It’s also not uncommon for swelling to be uneven. However, it’s
important that you aren’t in pain. You can consider taking Ibuprofen or ask
your physician for a prescription if you need...
only 2 or 3 months ago, it’s still too soon to determine what your final
results will look like. Keep in mind that breast implants can take up to a year
to drop in some women, and the larger the implant, the longer it typically
takes. It’s also not uncommon for swelling to be uneven. However, it’s
important that you aren’t in pain. You can consider taking Ibuprofen or ask
your physician for a prescription if you need...
My implant is pushing out from under the muscle and causing a lot of pain. From my arm pit to the
Find a surgeon who specializes in breast implant revision.
Dec 9, 2015
Dec 9, 2015
Thank you for your photo. You appear to have lateral displacement
and possibly capsular contracture in both breasts, which would explain the pain
you are feeling. It also appears as if you could benefit from a moderate to low
profile implant to encourage the base width of your breasts to expand. If
you’re interested in anatomically shaped implants, you may be a good candidate
for gummy bear implants, as these can create a natural looking shape and may
also decrease your risk of developing...
and possibly capsular contracture in both breasts, which would explain the pain
you are feeling. It also appears as if you could benefit from a moderate to low
profile implant to encourage the base width of your breasts to expand. If
you’re interested in anatomically shaped implants, you may be a good candidate
for gummy bear implants, as these can create a natural looking shape and may
also decrease your risk of developing...
Am I a good candidate for a breast lift?
You may want to make certain considerations
Dec 1, 2015
Dec 1, 2015
If you are experiencing postural
issues and shoulder pain, you may want to consider a reduction. A skilled
surgeon can make sure that you keep a full and attractive cup size while taking
off some of the extra weight that’s bothering you. You need a face-to-face
consultation before anyone can give you concrete answers, but there’s a chance
that your postural issues might be having an effect on the appearance of your
breasts. A breast reduction also always involves elements of a breast...
issues and shoulder pain, you may want to consider a reduction. A skilled
surgeon can make sure that you keep a full and attractive cup size while taking
off some of the extra weight that’s bothering you. You need a face-to-face
consultation before anyone can give you concrete answers, but there’s a chance
that your postural issues might be having an effect on the appearance of your
breasts. A breast reduction also always involves elements of a breast...
Lift with my own tissue? No implant?
Your desires seem well-informed and reasonable.
Nov 24, 2015
Nov 24, 2015
It seems like you are going into
the process with the right mindset and may be an ideal candidate for a breast
lift. If your only real concern is sagging, and you don’t mind losing a little
bit of cup size, then it is a good idea to avoid implants. A lift should be
able to tighten up the tissue around your breast pocket to perk them up, as
well as help with nipple placement. You would need a face-to-face consultation
before anyone can give you definite answers, but the breast lift is...
the process with the right mindset and may be an ideal candidate for a breast
lift. If your only real concern is sagging, and you don’t mind losing a little
bit of cup size, then it is a good idea to avoid implants. A lift should be
able to tighten up the tissue around your breast pocket to perk them up, as
well as help with nipple placement. You would need a face-to-face consultation
before anyone can give you definite answers, but the breast lift is...
I am a C cup and want to go up to a D cup. Is it possible to add a small implant to boost the brea
Subtle implants are usually a good option for natural looking enhancement.
Nov 17, 2015
Nov 17, 2015
It shouldn’t be a problem to go
for a subtle enhancement with smaller implants. Generally speaking, more modest
augmentation usually leaves the breasts looking more natural and less obviously
enhanced, so small implants should be able to give you what you’re looking for.
You may want to consider silicone implants with subpectoral placement, in which
the implants are placed beneath the tissue and muscle, making them less
apparent from the outside. Given your description and expectations,...
for a subtle enhancement with smaller implants. Generally speaking, more modest
augmentation usually leaves the breasts looking more natural and less obviously
enhanced, so small implants should be able to give you what you’re looking for.
You may want to consider silicone implants with subpectoral placement, in which
the implants are placed beneath the tissue and muscle, making them less
apparent from the outside. Given your description and expectations,...
I'm 18 & have abnormal saggy boobs
Depending on your preferences, you may consider a breast lift, augmentation or both.
Nov 10, 2015
Nov 10, 2015
Congratulations on the weight
loss. It is common for breasts to begin to sag after dropping significant
pounds. Your options are to consider a breast lift, implants or both. A breast
lift will maintain your current cup size and address sagging and nipple
placement. It can also help with your asymmetry. The other option is to use
differently sized implants to try and even out the size of your breasts, while
adding shape and volume or, alternatively, use a combination of both to increase
size...
loss. It is common for breasts to begin to sag after dropping significant
pounds. Your options are to consider a breast lift, implants or both. A breast
lift will maintain your current cup size and address sagging and nipple
placement. It can also help with your asymmetry. The other option is to use
differently sized implants to try and even out the size of your breasts, while
adding shape and volume or, alternatively, use a combination of both to increase
size...
I heard the Ideal Implant was approved. Is this better than silicone, offering the same feel, but
Are IDEAL implants better than silicone?
Oct 30, 2015
Oct 30, 2015
The IDEAL implant has only been studied in augmentation surgeries and has limited availability at this time. In theory it addresses the unnatural feel of saline devices. The idea that silicone implants are "unsafe" is not supported by studies or experience.
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