Face Episodes

What’s the difference between traditional microneedling and RF microneedling? Medical aesthetician Mary Ann Faulhaber explains how both treatments improve skin texture, tighten lax skin, and stimulate collagen. Read more about Portland aesthetician Mary Ann Faulhaber Follow Mary Ann on Instagram @maryann__f Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aes...

Portland medical aesthetician Mary Ann Faulhaber explains why the DiamondGlow facial is one of the easiest ways to refresh dull, dry skin. Learn how it exfoliates, hydrates, cleans out pores, and gives you an instant glow—all in about 45 minutes with little to no downtime. Read more about Portland aesthetician Mary Ann Faulhaber Follow Mary Ann on Instagram @maryann__f Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to...

Portland aesthetic injector Thai explains the limits for the amount of filler you can get in one appointment for best results, how to reverse filler if you have any regrets, and more filler best practices. Read more about Portland aesthetic injector Thai Becker Follow Thai on Instagram @thai_aestheticspdx Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthe...

Planning eyelid surgery? Here’s Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien's honest recovery timeline and what patients say about pain, bruising, and results. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching a...

Thinking about getting your lips done? Here’s what happens from consultation to injections, including pain control, numbing, and how long it takes. Read more about Portland aesthetic injector Thai Becker Follow Thai on Instagram @thai_aestheticspdx Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals. For more information about being a gue...

From heavy upper lids to under-eye bags, Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains how eyelid surgery can refresh your look (and even your vision). Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching au...

Duck lips, over-projection, and filler that just doesn’t sit right—Portland aesthetic injector Thai explains what actually causes bad lip filler and how choosing the wrong product can completely change the look. Read more about Portland aesthetic injector Thai Becker Follow Thai on Instagram @thai_aestheticspdx Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and ...

Not all skin concerns need the same treatment. Portland aesthetician Mary Ann explains when IPL is the best choice and when something else makes more sense. Read more about Portland aesthetician Mary Ann Faulhaber Follow Mary Ann on Instagram @maryann__f Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals. For more information about being...

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien explains what lasts longer, looks more natural, and avoids that “overfilled” look. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surg...

Gynecomastia is just the start. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch shares the procedures men are getting, from facelifts to liposuction, and why non-invasive treatments are booming. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch Follow Dr. Baltrusch on Instagram @baltcho To learn more about Dr. Kyle Baltrusch, listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments...

Redness, sun damage, freckles—IPL targets it all. Portland aesthetician Mary Ann explains how it works, what it feels like, and why it’s a fan favorite for clearer skin. Read more about Portland aesthetician Mary Ann Faulhaber Follow May Ann on Instagram @maryann__f Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals. For more information...

Ever wondered what happens during a nose job? Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains the techniques behind rhinoplasty, from smoothing bumps to refining tips. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the ...

From numbing cream to post-treatment glow, Portland aesthetic nurse Thai walks through exactly what a SkinPen session feels like, how long the redness lasts, what you should (and shouldn’t) put on your face, and how to protect your skin barrier after treatment. Read more about Portland aesthetic injector Thai Becker Follow Thai on Instagram @thai_aestheticspdx Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the resea...

Think you broke your nose? You probably have time. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains how to know if it’s serious, when swelling should settle before an exam, and what can be done if it happened years ago. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic s...

Fine lines, scars, dullness, and texture all have one thing in common: collagen loss. Portland aesthetic nurse Thai explains how SkinPen microneedling tells your body to rebuild smoother, firmer, healthier skin from the inside out. Read more about Portland aesthetic nurse Thai Becker Follow Thai on Instagram @thai_aestheticspdx Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted pla...

Meet the underrated hero of facial rejuvenation: the lip lift. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains how this small, elegant procedure shortens the space between your nose and lip, making your mouth look fuller and more youthful. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate infor...

It’s not all in your head; your nose does change over time! Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains why, from shifting ligaments to skin changes, and when surgery might (or might not) make sense. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthet...

Men want natural, youthful looks without the surgery "look." Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch explains why more men than ever are stepping into the plastic surgery world. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch Follow Dr. Baltrusch on Instagram @baltcho To learn more about Dr. Kyle Baltrusch, listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the res...

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien shares when most people start thinking seriously about rhinoplasty, how long it typically takes people to book a consultation, and the most frequent nose concerns patients bring up. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic...

Stitches and tricky recoveries are common after rhinoplasty or septoplasty, but a new innovation is changing that. The Bstent, created by facial plastic surgeon Dr. Bahman Guyuron, is a suture-free nasal stent designed to make healing simpler and smoother. Dr. Guyuron shares how years of research and collaboration with engineers led to a smarter post-op solution. Patients can remove the Bstent on their own, and its design helps avoid many typical recovery setbacks. Now available to surgeons, ...

Portland aesthetic PA Colleen Phillips introduces the Luxe Peel, a powerful chemical peel that smooths and rejuvenates the eye area. The peel can also treat sun damage and fine lines on the full face. Colleen shares benefits, healing tips and more. Read more about Portland aesthetic injector Colleen Phillips, PA-C Follow MD Beauty Lab on Instagram @mdbeautylab Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the rese...

Sculptra is not your typical filler—it’s a collagen-stimulating treatment that delivers long-lasting, natural-looking results, but it’s not an overnight fix. Unlike traditional fillers that simply add volume, Sculptra works by rebuilding your skin’s own collagen, helping to restore lost structure and firmness over time. Portland aesthetic injector Colleen Phillips, PA-C explains how Sculptra works, the typical treatment plan, why it’s not a last-minute treatment, and the surprising areas beyond...

The Luxe Peel is a powerful deep peel that goes where lasers and fillers can’t, delivering a total skin reset. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains what happens before, during, and after this game-changing treatment, and how it compares to a facelift. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien's practice on Instagram @portlandplasticsurgerygroup To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor Where Befor...

Kim Laudati is the founder of SomaCell, a non-invasive skin tightening treatment that’s catching on in the medical aesthetics world. Unlike lasers or radiofrequency treatments, SomaCell uses acoustic wave therapy — a heat-free approach that’s safe, gentle, and works on all skin types and tones. Find out why this treatment skips the side effects and downtime of traditional methods, how many sessions it takes to see results, and when SomaCell might be coming to a clinic near you. Learn more abou...