Shim Ching, MD: Asia Pacific Plastic Surgery
1401 South Beretania Street #888
Honolulu, HI 96814
Phone: (808) 585-8855
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
A new year means a fresh start and a chance to hit the ground running as you take on your body goals. In addition to hard work at the gym and healthy eating habits, there’s a secret weapon you may be missing out on: laser liposuction. At my Honolulu, Hawaii, plastic surgery practice, men and …
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Looking for the perfect gift this holiday season? Look no further! Give the gift of confidence with products, treatments, and packages from Asia Pacific Plastic Surgery’s new online shop. In addition to great deals on BOTOX® Cosmetic and more of our Honolulu practice’s most popular procedures, you’ll find gift boxes, medical-grade skincare products, and exclusive …
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One of the most common questions asked by women considering cosmetic breast surgery is whether they can get the results they want with breast implants or if they need a breast lift. In many cases, the answer is that both can create beautiful results. Many women say they want to avoid having a breast lift …
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Having and raising children is the most rewarding experience of their lives for many women. It can also be the most physically challenging and transformational experience, and the toll taken on the body by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding can be significant. Many of my Mommy Makeover patients from throughout Hawaii say they don't have the …
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Breast augmentation remains one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedures in the U.S. But the breast enhancement results most women sought 10 or 15 years ago aren't necessarily what patients want today. Fewer women are asking for the attention-getting DD-cup size increase, instead opting for results that look proportional and more natural. This …
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Did you know it was possible to get breast implants without having scars on the breasts? It's true. Dr. Shim Ching can insert implants through incisions made in the natural fold of the armpit, avoiding making incisions at the base of the breast or on the lower edge of the areola. It's actually not an …
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One of the most common questions asked by breast augmentation patients at our Hawaii practice is how long breast implants last. It's a reasonable concern because even though most patients are happy with the results of their procedure, most patients understand that breast implants won't last forever. If you ask online about when you should …
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Even though you've probably read stories about celebrities, including Chrissy Teigen and Heidi Montag, having their breast implants removed, breast augmentation remains one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures performed in the U.S.. Still, breast augmentation patients—at my Hawaii practice and nationwide—now tend to want results that look more natural than they did, say, …
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To Our Valued Patients, First and foremost, we hope that you and your loved ones are staying well during this challenging time. Everyone's health and safety is our top priority. We will monitor the COVID-19 situation very closely and keep you informed regarding our situation. We are closely following the latest guidance from the CDC, …
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How can you be sure you’re a strong candidate for breast augmentation? Women from Maui and across the islands who visit me for consultations often have questions about whether breast augmentation is the right choice for them, from both a mental and physical perspective. This is a highly personal decision, but there are a few …
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