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Your Trusted Plastic Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA
Dr. Sara Yegiyants MD FACS is a triple board-certified plastic surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA, with extensive surgical training and a background in visual arts. Her practice combines artistic vision with advanced medical expertise to deliver personalized cosmetic and reconstructive solutions. With over 20 years of experience, including specialized fellowships in hand and microsurgery, she has performed thousands of procedures, focusing on natural, transformative results. Dr. Yegiyants is committed to patient education, using cutting-edge techniques like sub-fascial breast implant placement and Piezo Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty.Her work has been published in peer-reviewed journals, and she actively educates peers at national conferences. Recognized with the Dr. Fred Kass Healing Through Compassion Award, she prioritizes both physical and emotional patient well-being. Her boutique practice offers customized care for facial rejuvenation, body contouring, breast procedures, and non-surgical treatments, serving Santa Barbara, Santa Maria, and Ventura.
Services
Breast Augmentation
Tummy Tuck
Facelift
Rhinoplasty
Mommy Makeover
Breast Lift
Liposuction
Vaginal Rejuvenation
Non-Surgical Treatments
Hand Surgery
Highlights and features
- Triple board-certified surgeon with 9+ years of postgraduate surgical training
- Unique combination of formal art education and advanced surgical techniques
- Pioneer of sub-fascial breast implant placement in Santa Barbara
- Recipient of the Dr. Fred Kass Healing Through Compassion Award
- Published expert in peer-reviewed plastic surgery journals
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
- American Board of Surgery
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
What people say
Amazing plastic surgeon
Caring and nice
Excellent results
Highly recommend
Transformative outcomes
Services
Breast Augmentation
Dr. Yegiyants offers customized breast augmentation using saline, silicone, or fat transfer techniques. Her sub-fascial implant placement method reduces recovery time while achieving natural contours. Patients benefit from personalized sizing consultations and 3D imaging technology. The procedure addresses asymmetry, volume loss, and shape concerns, with options for simultaneous breast lifts. With over 15 years of experience, she ensures results that complement each patient's unique anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Tummy Tuck
This body contouring procedure removes excess skin and tightens abdominal muscles. Dr. Yegiyants offers full, mini, and extended tummy tuck options tailored to individual needs. The surgery addresses post-pregnancy changes and post-weight loss sagging, often combined with liposuction for optimal results. Nerve blocks ensure comfort, and drainless techniques are available. Patients typically see dramatic improvements in waistline definition with long-lasting outcomes when maintaining stable weight.
Facelift
Dr. Yegiyants' advanced facelift technique addresses skin laxity and underlying SMAS layer for natural rejuvenation. The procedure includes personalized approaches for facial fat repositioning and muscle tightening. Incisions are strategically placed for minimal visibility, with options for combined brow or eyelid lifts. Patients experience restored facial contours and reduced signs of aging, with results typically lasting 10+ years. Recovery includes personalized post-op care for optimal healing.
Rhinoplasty
This procedure reshapes the nose for improved aesthetics and function. Dr. Yegiyants uses open or closed techniques, including Piezo Ultrasonic technology for precise bone contouring. The surgery addresses both cosmetic concerns and breathing issues like deviated septums. Computer imaging helps visualize outcomes, and cartilage grafting ensures structural support. Patients achieve balanced facial proportions with natural-looking results that maintain nasal functionality.
Breast Lift
This surgical procedure elevates sagging breasts by removing excess skin and tightening tissue. Dr. Yegiyants offers customized incision patterns to minimize scarring while achieving optimal lift. The surgery can be combined with implants for added volume or performed as part of a mommy makeover. Nipple repositioning and areola resizing ensure natural aesthetics. Results provide improved breast contour and enhanced self-confidence in clothing and swimwear.
People
Sara Yegiyants MD FACS
Plastic Surgeon
Triple board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sara Yegiyants MD FACS combines formal art training with 9 years of surgical residency. She completed fellowships at University of Miami and specializes in breast, facial, and body procedures. Recipient of multiple research awards and the 2025 Dr. Fred Kass Compassion Award, she prioritizes personalized care and natural outcomes.
Questions
What sets Dr. Yegiyants apart from other plastic surgeons?
Dr. Yegiyants uniquely combines formal art training with advanced surgical techniques, offering triple board certification and specialized expertise in sub-fascial breast implant placement.
Are consultations personalized?
Yes, every consultation includes detailed discussion of aesthetic goals, medical history review, and customized treatment planning with Dr. Yegiyants personally.
What surgical innovations does the practice offer?
The practice offers Piezo Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty for precise nasal reshaping and sub-fascial breast implant placement for improved recovery outcomes.
How are post-operative results maintained?
Patients receive comprehensive aftercare instructions and follow-up appointments, with options for complementary non-surgical treatments to prolong surgical results.
Does insurance cover any procedures?
Reconstructive procedures like post-mastectomy breast reconstruction may be covered by insurance, while cosmetic surgeries are typically self-pay.
What is the recovery timeline for major procedures?
Recovery varies: breast augmentation (1 week), tummy tuck (4-6 weeks), facelift (2-3 weeks), with specific timelines provided during consultations.
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