LEA Aesthetic Lab Newport Beach, California

Name: LEA Aesthetic Lab
Display name: LEA Aesthetic Lab
Mission: LEA Aesthetic Lab is a boutique practice conveniently located in the heart of Newport Beach. With caring, highly experienced staff and the most advanced technology and procedures, we offer a modern and compassionate approach to your medspa experience.

Website: https://www.leaplasticsurgery.com

Office hours: Mon: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Tue: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Wed: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Thu: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Phone: (949) 503-9605
Twilio phone: (949) 503-9605
Address: 20360 SW Birch St., Ste. 180, Newport Beach, California, USA, 92660
City: Newport Beach
State: California
Country code: US
Postal code: 92660
Phone: +19498996162
Country: USA
GPS coordinates on map: 33.656297,-117.877526

LEA Aesthetic Lab

Treatments
  • AlloDerm
  • Arm Lift
  • ArteFill
  • Asian Rhinoplasty
  • Bellafill
  • Belly Button Surgery
  • Belotero
  • Botox
  • Brazilian Butt Lift
  • Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Fat Transfer
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Implant Revision
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Lift with Implants
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Reduction
  • Brow Lift
  • Buccal Fat Removal
  • Butt Augmentation
  • Calf Reduction
  • Cheek Augmentation
  • Cheek Lift
  • Chemical Peel
  • Chin Implant
  • Chin Liposuction
  • Genioplasty
  • Clitoral Hood Reduction
  • DiamondGlow
  • Double Eyelid Surgery
  • Drainless Tummy Tuck
  • Earlobe Repair
  • Ear Surgery
  • Embrace Scar Therapy
  • Eyelid Retraction Repair
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Facelift
  • Facelift Revision
  • Facial Fat Transfer
  • Gynecomastia Surgery
  • Hyaluronidase
  • Dermal Fillers
  • Inspira Breast Implants
  • Juvederm
  • Kybella
  • Labiaplasty
  • Laser Hair Removal
  • Latisse
  • Lip Fillers
  • Lip Implants
  • Lip Lift
  • Liposuction
  • Liquid Facelift
  • Lower Facelift
  • Male Tummy Tuck
  • Microneedling
  • Mini Facelift
  • Mini Tummy Tuck
  • Mole Removal
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Feminizing Top Surgery
  • Transgender Facial Feminization Surgery
  • Nipple Surgery
  • Nonsurgical Facelift
  • Nonsurgical Neck Lift
  • Nonsurgical Nose Job
  • Panniculectomy
  • Pec Implants
  • Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL)
  • Ptosis Surgery
  • Radiesse
  • Restylane
  • Restylane Lyft
  • Restylane Silk
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Scar Removal
  • Sculptra
  • Sientra Breast Implants
  • ThermiVa
  • Thread Lift
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Tummy Tuck Revision
  • Vaginal Rejuvenation
  • Vivace
  • Volbella
  • Vollure
  • Voluma
  • Xeomin
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • LaseMD
  • Tattoo Removal
  • Glacial Rx

RealSelf Info

Profile created: Jan 4, 2019
Profile modified: Oct 6, 2022
Business type: Medical Spa
Review count: 174
Rating: 4.7
Rating time spent: 5
Rating answered questions: 5
Rating bedside manner: 5
Rating after care: 5
Rating payment process: 5
Rating wait times: 5
Rating courtesy: 5
Rating responsiveness: 5
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Realself network status: candidate

Special Offers

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Treatments
Emsculpt Sponsored Offer
Feb 5, 2020 /
Dec 31, 2020
Book your treatment through RealSelf, send us your receipt within 6 months of the treatment date, and we’ll send you a $200 Amazon Gift Card within 5 business days.
Any treatment
Emculpt Arms- Buy 1 package, get 2 treatment FREE
Sep 3, 2019 /
Oct 31, 2019
Tired of hiding your flabby arms? Emsculpt can now tighten and tone this problem area with the newly released arm/calves applicators! Tighten both your triceps and biceps non-surgically to give you the chiseled arms you’ve always wanted with absolutely no down-time. Call our office to schedule your appointment for a 5 minute demo treatment along with limited-time pricing for our arm/calves applicator launch! Emsculpt can now be used for treatment of the abdomen, obliques, buttocks, triceps, biceps, thighs & calves.
Any treatment
Wrinkle Free Wednesdays ~ $10/unit Dysport
Mar 3, 2022 /
May 17, 2033
Walk-ins are welcome, but promotional pricing applies to RN injector availability. Book today to lock in your appointment!
Any treatment
$1000 off LEA Thread Lift Procedure
Jul 8, 2019 /
Oct 1, 2019
LEA Thread Lift is a non-surgical alternative to the Facelift procedure. Through the use of dissolvable PDO threads, the Thread Lift procedure addresses sagginess and loss of volume caused by the aging process. Different caliber and types of threads are used to achieve the most effective results.
Improves the appearance of nasal labial folds, sagging jaw line, and loss of fullness in the face
stimulates collagen production.
Safe and non-surgical procedure without the risk of adverse reaction to general anesthesia.
Minimal downtime. Long-lasting results. This treatment is performed by our high skilled Nurse Practitioner.
Specific treatments
LEA AQUALUSH Special (up to $250 off)
Jul 8, 2019 /
Jul 31, 2019
AQUALUSH Gold (HA and anti-aging/brightening proprietary concoction)
$450 (regular price $650)
AQUALUSH Platinum (PRP, HA, & anti-aging/brightening proprietary concoction)
$1,000 (regular price $1,250)
LEA AQUALUSH is a more powerful and effective version of the Aquagold Microneedling Infusion Treatment. This non-invasive procedure requires minimal downtime and can provide visible results within days of the initial treatment. Whether your focus is to brighten your complexion, achieve a red carpet glow, or stimulate your skin’s own restorative capabilities with PRP, there is a LEA AQUALUSH regimen tailored to your needs.

infuses the skin with essential vitamins and antioxidants to combat and prevent aging
lightens pigment and tones skin discoloration
increases skin elasticity and moisture
plumps skin to create an “airbrushed” picture-ready finish
fades fine lines and wrinkles
hydration results comparable to the effects of 2,000 facial masks
repairs damage and restores vitality of the skin through collagen stimulation

Any treatment
$2500 PRP Treatment Series for Father’s Day
Jun 1, 2019 /
Jun 30, 2019
Our PRP package of 5 treatments is discounted to $2,500 (regularly $3,750) in time for Father’s Day. Offer valid until 6/30/19. Please call our office to schedule your appointment.
Any treatment
Vivace & Selphyl PRP Special
May 9, 2019 /
May 31, 2019
Take care of your skin and spoil your mother this month with our Vivace and Selphyl Platelet-rich Fibrin Matrix treatment special. Buy one treatment of Vivace and PRP (specially priced at $1,250) get 50% off 2nd treatment during from 5/1/19 – 5/31/19. Please contact us to schedule your appointment or inquire about promotion.
Specific treatments
Postpartum Emsculpt and Thermiva Package for $5800
May 1, 2019 /
May 31, 2019
Mother’s Day Special Pricing for postpartum mothers wanting to get their body back! Emsculpt Package (4 treatments to the abdomen or buttocks) and Thermiva Package (3 treatments) is priced at $5,800 (regularly a combined value of $7000). Please contact us to schedule your complimentary consultation today.
Specific treatments
Mother’s Day Restylane, Dysport, Nespresso Promo
May 1, 2019 /
May 31, 2019
Purchase any 2 Restylane fillers, receive a Nespresso Vertuo Plus Machine and 60 units of Dysport free ($400 value). Good while supplies last. Please contact us to schedule your appointment or for any questions in regards to offer. Nespresso Vertuo Plus Machine Voucher is redeemable until 5/31/19. Dysport will be injected by LEA’s aesthetic RN.
Specific treatments
Friday Botox/Xeomin Walk-In Bar at $8.50 per unit
Mar 5, 2019 /
Apr 30, 2019
Enhance your natural beauty and kick start your weekend with LEA Plastic Surgery’s ($8.50/unit) Botox/Xeomin Bar every Friday! Injections are administered by Kristen Scheibel, RN (LEA Plastic Surgery’s beloved nurse injector). Walk-ins welcome from 9am to 4pm. Please call (949)945-2168 to check on estimated wait time. Please mention Realself.
Specific treatments
20% off Aquagold Microneedling Treatment Package
Mar 5, 2019 /
Mar 31, 2019
20% Aquagold microneedling packages (series of 3 treatments) ranging from our Vitamin Repair quick pick-me-up, to our all-inclusive Anti-Aging Platinum with PRP and Brightening package. Please contact LEA Plastic Surgery for details and mention Realself.
Any treatment
$1000 off Mommy Makeover & Free Emsculpt Tx
Mar 5, 2019 /
Apr 30, 2019
Get your body ready for summer beach outings and pool parties with our $1000 off Mommy Makeover Promo! As a special, we will also include 2 complimentary abdominal Emsculpt treatments to enhance your liposuction/abdominoplasty results. Lightstim treatments at post-op appointments are also included at no cost. Please mention Realself.
Any treatment
Valentine Vivace Special
Feb 8, 2019 /
Feb 28, 2019
$1000 of our package of 4 Vivace treatments. Offer valid for packages purchased by 2/28/19.
Any treatment
Pucker Up for Valentine’s: Restylane Promo
Feb 8, 2019 /
Feb 28, 2019
Pucker up for Valentine’s with Restylane Refyne @$600/syringe (reg $850/syringe). Promo also applies to Restylane Defyne, Restylane Silk & Restylane Lyft (can be used towards other facial areas as well). While supplies last.
Specific treatments
Valentine’s: Couple’s Tandem Emsculpt Special
Feb 8, 2019 /
Feb 28, 2019
$5999 for a series of 4 tandem treatments to the abdomen for two (reg $8000). Treatments are scheduled to be done 2-3 days apart. Each patient will also receive a $100 gift card to be applied to future services/retail products at LEA Plastic Surgery.
Specific treatments

Doctors

Goretti Ho Taghva, MD, FACS

Statement: Dr. Goretti Ho Taghva is a board-certified, Ivy League-educated reconstructive and plastic surgeon in Newport Beach, California. At her Orange County plastic surgery practice, LEA Plastic Surgery, Dr. Ho Taghva performs conventional and aesthetic procedures, as well as reconstructive surgeries. Her areas of expertise include eyelid enhancement (especially Asian eyelid crease surgery), mommy makeovers, and breast enhancement. She also offers a wide variety of nonsurgical treatments, such as dermal fillers, Botox, Thermage, Vivace and Emsculpt.

After earning her undergraduate and medical degrees at Brown University, Dr. Ho Taghva completed her plastic surgery training at the University of Southern California. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, and a diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery. She is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese and conversational in Spanish and French.

Dr. Ho Taghva recently opened her new boutique practice, located centrally in beautiful Newport Beach. The facility includes a fully Medicare-accredited ambulatory surgery center, full-service medical spa, and dedicated care staff.

As a mother of three, Dr. Ho Taghva offers a different perspective than many plastic surgeons—one that does not focus on what a woman's body "should" look like, but on building each patient’s self-confidence and improving their appearance with a deeply personalized approach.

Began aesthetic medicine in: 2012
Rating: 4.8

Staff

Ella Han

Name: Ella Han
Position: Patient Care Coordinator
Biography: Ella has been an aesthetic consultant in the plastic surgery industry for over 5 years. She graduated from Shanghai Ocean University and Kyushu Women’s University with a Bachelor of Arts in International Marketing and Trade. With her amazing ability to speak 4 different languages (Chinese, Korean, Japanese, and English), Ella is able to converse with many of our patients who travel across the globe to meet Dr. Goretti Ho Taghva. She is our go to girl when we are in need of a translator. With her attention to detail, nurturing tendencies and gentle approach, Ella is adored by our patients. She works tirelessly to make sure each patient’s experience at LEA is informative, thorough and as flawless as possible.

Jenny Sohn

Name: Jenny Sohn
Position: Nurse Injector
Biography: Jenny Sohn is an aesthetic nurse at LEA Plastic Surgery. She is a licensed registered nurse that has worked in both hospitals & medical spas. When Nurse Jenny was introduced in field of aesthetic nursing, it really intrigued and fascinated her! That is when she completely transitioned into a full aesthetic nurse. Under Dr. Taghva’s training & guidance at LEA Plastic Surgery, she has enhanced her skills with experience with lasers, neuromodulator toxins, and dermal fillers. With her aesthetic nursing experience & extensive training in aesthetic procedures, her goal is to help empower you to restore & enhance your natural beauty. Nurse Jenny always strives for growth opportunities & learning new modalities in an ever-evolving market while helping to maintain a high standard level of patient care. Her commitment is to you by providing individualized and personalized care to her patients.

Carol Nguyen

Name: Carol Nguyen
Position: Nurse Injector
Years experience: 4
Biography: Carol is a Registered Nurse with experience in acute care, Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine. Through these different areas of nursing- she has found her passion in patient care, filler artistry and being able to empower clients in feeling their absolute best. Aesthetic medicine allows her to do all-in developing individualized treatment plans, applying artistry in her work, while prioritizing patient safety and positive outcomes.

Carol is formerly trained and experienced in providing Cosmetic Injectables such as neuromodulators and Hyaluronic Acid-based fillers. At LEA, she will be working under the direction of Dr. Taghva in providing these treatments in a holistic approach to yield natural, beautiful results. She's always striving to improve her knowledge and techniques, as well as learning new treatment modalities to meet the needs of her clients. Her aim is to continue to build strong, trusting relationships with her clients, and to promote wellness and self-confidence in all.

Alondra Cienfuegos

Name: Alondra Cienfuegos
Position: Medical Assistant
Biography: Alondra is a Medical Assistant at LEA Plastic Surgery. She currently attends California State University, Long Beach, and is working towards her Bachelor’s degree in Health Science. She hopes to use the training and experience she has gained at LEA and use it when she is completing her Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant studies.

She enjoys seeing the beautiful patients that walk into LEA every day and assisting them in whatever they might need. Alondra has a merciful approach that she implements when she’s helping patients. Her caring and compassionate features allow her to give LEA patients the best experience while they’re in the office.

Donna Ward

Name: Donna Ward
Position: Practice Manager
Biography: Donna brings a wealth of knowledge in customer service to our practice. As a former flight attendant, she understands the importance of facilitating a positive, inviting environment for all our clients. Her interest in aesthetics and background in nutrition helped guide her to the exciting field of plastic surgery. She enjoys meeting our patients and helping them achieve their aesthetic goals. Her pleasant demeanor and positive approach to life are contagious to our clients as well as our staff. She ensures the patient’s experience is seamless from start to finish and works hard behind the scenes to keep the office running smoothly.

Mika Cho

Name: Mika Cho
Position: Nurse Injector
Years experience: 5
Biography: Mika is a licensed registered nurse at LEA Plastic Surgery. Nurse Mika, originally from South Korea, brings a wealth of knowledge from her many years of work in the cosmetic industry.She has been working in the cosmetic industry over the past decade as a marketer and trainer for major cosmetic brands. From this past experience, she has gained knowledge and her vision for beauty.

Now working as an aesthetic nurse, Mika provides a variety of treatments utilizing machines, injectables and thread lifting. Mika’s theory of beauty is to first address the foundation of the patient's skin structure; utilizing machines before getting any kind of Hyaluronic acid agents or PDO threads.

She will guide each patient through building the foundation and structure of their face to contouring and maximizing their individual natural beauty.
As such, Mika is constantly striving to learn the newest procedures as well as looking to improve her administration of procedures she specializes in.

Wynn Nguyen

Name: Wynn Nguyen
Position: Aesthetician
Years experience: 20
Biography: I’m dedicated to helping patients achieve their desired results: from healthy
glowing skin to a tight-toned body. I entered the world of Medical Aesthetic after
20 years of being in the Hospitality Industry to follow my passion by making
people feel confident in their own skin no matter what the challenges may be.
As an experienced medical esthetician, I’ve helped patients eliminate fine lines,
revitalize aging skin, and create a brighter more youthful appearance.  From
advanced peels to dermaplaning, fibroblasting or microneedling; I’ll take the time
to make sure you are at ease with treatment that fits best your needs. Certified
ZO Skinhealth Expert I’ll guide you to targeting those stubborn pigmentation,
rosacea, eczema, and control melasma. Working along side Doctor and the
providers, we will pair the perfect protocal with lasers and medical grade
products to keep you looking youthful.

Practice's answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
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Does microneedling/PRP plump the face or does it just build collagen that works on the skin
Microneedling with PRP
Jun 29, 2019
The goal of microneedling with PRP treatments is to stimulate collagen growth on the skin in order to improve its overall quality and texture.  It does not make your face plump the way fillers do. Some patients elect to have PRFM (platelet rich fibrin matrix - a more solidified form of PRP) to be injected at the same time and that can be used for volume augmentation.  Goretti H. Taghva MD FACS
Why didn’t my surgery work out in evening my eyes? What can I do now? What surgery’s do I n
Eyelid asymmetry after eyelid surgery
Jun 29, 2019
The asymmetry appears to be due to insufficient ptosis repair of the smaller eye.  You should follow up with your primary surgeon and a revision surgery is most likely warranted.  Best of luck!Goretti H. Taghva MD FACS
Is it better to use ear cartilage or rib for an Asian rhinoplasty?
Ear vs rib cartilage for Asian Rhinoplasties
Jun 29, 2019
Thank you for your question.  Typically, ear cartilage is used to increase projection and refine the tip of the nose whether you use an implant/ autologous tissue for bridge augmentation.  If only a conservative augmentation is needed for the bridge, ear cartilage can be used in conjunction with temporalis fascia as well.  Looking at your photos, more cartilage may be needed than just using the ear to increase the bridge and radix height to look like your wish photo.  Longevity wise both...
What can I do about the filler in my nose glowing red in the sun?
Glow in the sun nose filler
May 1, 2019
Hyaluronic acid is a translucent gel.  When a lot is placed under thin skin, it can appear translucent like what we see on your photos.  If you like the shape of your nose, you can try to see if BB cream/ foundation can do a better job covering it.  If you really can’t stand the look of it, then dissolving it would be a good option.  You may then consider trying a different filler that isn’t HA based, or surgical rhinoplasty. Good luck!Goretti H. Taghva MD FACS
3 weeks post-op. My radix is too high. Will it get lower after time?
Too early to tell
May 1, 2019
Hello! Swelling can be quite prominent at 3 weeks post op.  Fascial grafts may hold onto the swelling a bit longer compared to implants.   The radix area should appear less swollen over the next 4-8 weeks.  Be patient! Goretti H. Taghva MD 

Last updated on 12/03/2023