The Art of Subtle Transformation

A trusted presence in the South Bay, Dr. Kristin Egan delivers natural, youthful results while focusing on prevention and personalized care.

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Photographed by Shane O’Donnell

Ask anyone—the climate is one of the best things about living in the South Bay. We get an average of 285 sunny days every year, and outdoor living ranks high in popularity. But with that fun in the sun comes excessive sun exposure, which can take a toll on our skin.

“Patients want to look well-rested or simply eliminate wrinkles—the characteristics associated with youth,” says Kristin Egan, MD, FACS, whose practice offers facial plastic surgery, as well as ENT and reconstructive surgery. “I am cognizant that a healthy, active lifestyle predominates in the South Bay and that patients desire subtle changes to their appearance to restore an image of themselves that matches how they feel. There are both surgical and less-invasive procedures to help achieve these goals.”

When patients first visit her office, Dr. Egan talks with them to find out their goals and desires. She then tailors a customized plan to achieve those goals.

“I pride myself on taking the time to truly listen to my patients and find what is bothering them,” she says. “I love seeing patients improve and feel better about themselves.”

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Fast-Track Refresh

These days, patients are increasingly requesting less-invasive procedures with less recovery time and the ability to return to work quickly. More patients are turning to the multiple in-office services that can be done without general anesthesia or a long recovery period.

“LazerLift is a one-time, one-hour, minimally invasive treatment designed to tighten the skin of the face and neck and remove excess fat using SmartLipo technology and no scalpel,” Dr. Egan explains about the laser-assisted facelift that stimulates collagen production in the dermis, which leads to improved skin elasticity, thickness and texture. “It is FDA-approved, noninvasive and can be performed at our office.”

She points out that, for patients who want minimal recovery time and an in-office procedure without the need for general anesthesia to address their jowls and neck, LazerLift is the perfect option.

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Prevention is Key

“I counsel my patients that prevention is key,” says Dr. Egan. “Every patient who comes to my office is offered information on sunscreen, which is vital here in Southern California.”

Sunscreen not only helps protect against skin cancers but also prevents or ameliorates many of the signs of aging, including wrinkles and pigmentation abnormalities. Dr. Egan carries her own skin care line with products she developed and personally uses daily.

“There are so many treatments available today, from Botox and fillers to in-office procedures like thread lifts and laser resurfacing,” she points out. “A minimal amount of time annually in our office can make a huge difference over the decades.”

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A South Bay Presence

Dr. Egan has practiced in the South Bay for 14 years and has two office locations. She took over the practice from David Bray, MD, who worked in Torrance for over 40 years as a surgeon, injector and educator.

She earned her medical degree at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed a residency program at the University of California, San Francisco. Upon completion, she joined the staff of the school’s Department of Otolaryngology. She is dual board-certified in otolaryngology head and neck surgery and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery.

“A minimal amount of time annually in our office can make a huge difference over the decades.”

Dr. Egan has won numerous research awards and has published widely, including multiple chapters in the main textbook used to teach facial plastic and reconstructive surgery fellows.

She and her team focus on aesthetics such as injectables, laser services and skin care. Each day brings something new to the practice—and she wouldn’t have it any other way.

“It’s important to love what you do! My practice incorporates my surgical skills with a focus on aesthetics and the desire for a more youthful and natural appearance. I love operating and performing procedures for patients. I enjoy each day that I can use my skills and training in helping others.”