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How much filler can you get in a day? [Thai Becker, RN, Portland]
March 12, 2026

How much filler can you get in a day? [Thai Becker, RN, Portland]

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 Por...
Eyelid Surgery Recovery: What to Expect [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]
March 11, 2026

Eyelid Surgery Recovery: What to Expect [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]

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 Fol...
Your first lip filler appointment, explained [Thai Becker, RN, Portland]
March 9, 2026

Your first lip filler appointment, explained [Thai Becker, RN, Portland]

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 Instag...
Tired eyes? Here’s the surgery that fixes it [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]
March 6, 2026

Tired eyes? Here’s the surgery that fixes it [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]

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 Foll...
Why some lip filler looks terrible [Thai Becker, RN, Portland]
March 5, 2026

Why some lip filler looks terrible [Thai Becker, RN, Portland]

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 abo...
IPL vs. Microneedling vs. Chemical Peels: Which One Wins? [Mary Ann Faulhaber, Aesthetician, Portland]
March 4, 2026

IPL vs. Microneedling vs. Chemical Peels: Which One Wins? [Mary Ann Faulhaber, Aesthetician, Portland]

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...
Facial Fat Transfer vs. Fillers: Which is Better for You? [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]
March 3, 2026

Facial Fat Transfer vs. Fillers: Which is Better for You? [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]

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....
The top 14 cosmetic procedures men are getting [Kyle Baltrusch, MD, Portland]
March 2, 2026

The top 14 cosmetic procedures men are getting [Kyle Baltrusch, MD, Portland]

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 s...
Why liposuction isn’t always the answer after pregnancy [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]
Feb. 27, 2026

Why liposuction isn’t always the answer after pregnancy [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]

Stretch marks, loose skin, and waviness—here’s why some bodies need more than lipo. Read more about https://www.portlandplasticsurgerygroup.com/about-us/dr-shannon-o-brien/ Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram...
Why everyone's obsessed with IPL [Mary Ann Faulhaber, Aesthetician, Portland]
Feb. 26, 2026

Why everyone's obsessed with IPL [Mary Ann Faulhaber, Aesthetician, Portland]

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 Faulhabe...
This is why your belly still sticks out after kids [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]
Feb. 25, 2026

This is why your belly still sticks out after kids [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]

It might not be fat… it could be muscle separation. Learn how diastasis recti is diagnosed and fixed from Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O...
Not enough fat for a BBL? [Bob Basu, MD, Houston]
Feb. 24, 2026

Not enough fat for a BBL? [Bob Basu, MD, Houston]

Too thin for a traditional BBL? Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Bob Basu shares how he helps patients with little fat still get curves. Read more about Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Bob Basu Follow Dr. Basu on Instagram @basuplasti...
The breast lift that lasts without implants or mesh [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]
Feb. 23, 2026

The breast lift that lasts without implants or mesh [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

Traditional breast lifts can deliver a big transformation, but many women eventually lose fullness at the top or cleavage. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes explains the different variations of breast lift surgery and...
Lost weight… now what? The skin problem nobody warned you about [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]
Feb. 20, 2026

Lost weight… now what? The skin problem nobody warned you about [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]

GLP-1s and weight loss change everything, but what happens to your skin after? Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains why many people need more than lipo after weight loss. Read more about Portland plastic surg...
Gynecomastia Surgery: What to Expect [Kyle Baltrusch, MD, Portland]
Feb. 19, 2026

Gynecomastia Surgery: What to Expect [Kyle Baltrusch, MD, Portland]

Thinking about gynecomastia surgery? Here’s exactly what to expect before, during, and after, and why results can be life-changing. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch Follow Dr. Baltrusch on Instagram...
Breast lift without implants? The internal bra surgery explained [Bob Basu, MD, Houston]
Feb. 18, 2026

Breast lift without implants? The internal bra surgery explained [Bob Basu, MD, Houston]

Don’t want breast implants but still want a lift? Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Bob Basu explains how breast lifts with the internal bra technique can restore shape and support after weight loss. Read more about Houston plastic...
Is a mommy makeover safe? [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]
Feb. 17, 2026

Is a mommy makeover safe? [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]

What really happens when you combine breast surgery and a tummy tuck? Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains safety, recovery time, and why so many moms say, “I wish I did this sooner.” Read more about Portland...
What happens if my breast lift doesn't last? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]
Feb. 16, 2026

What happens if my breast lift doesn't last? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

What if you’ve already had a lift but your breasts start to sag again? Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes explains how he approaches revision breast lifts, strengthens the bottom of the breast, and even resizes nipples when women want smaller...
Why some men get chest fat no matter how hard they train [Kyle Baltrusch, MD, Portland]
Feb. 13, 2026

Why some men get chest fat no matter how hard they train [Kyle Baltrusch, MD, Portland]

Even the most shredded men can develop breast tissue. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch explains how hormones, steroids, and genetics can create a chest problem that exercise can’t fix. Read more about Portland plas...
How a nose job works (step-by-step) [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]
Feb. 12, 2026

How a nose job works (step-by-step) [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]

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. Shanno...
How big will my scars be after skin removal surgery? [Bob Basu, MD, Houston]
Feb. 11, 2026

How big will my scars be after skin removal surgery? [Bob Basu, MD, Houston]

From tummy tucks to body lifts, large incisions are part of the process. Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Bob Basu explains how plastic surgeons minimize and hide scars—and why patient recovery is just as important as the surgery ...
What it’s like to get microneedling [Thai Becker, RN, Portland]
Feb. 10, 2026

What it’s like to get microneedling [Thai Becker, RN, Portland]

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 protec...
Think you broke your nose? Here’s what to do [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]
Feb. 9, 2026

Think you broke your nose? Here’s what to do [Shannon O'Brien, MD, Portland]

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. ...
Did she or didn’t she? Natural breast lifts that look like implants [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]
Feb. 6, 2026

Did she or didn’t she? Natural breast lifts that look like implants [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

“Did she or didn’t she?” — the question everyone asks when they see Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes’s triple bra breast lift before & after photos. He explains how he keeps upper-breast volume and secures it so the ...