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Episodes

Nov. 14, 2024

How long do breast implants really last? [Andrew Cohen, MD, Encino]

Nothing lasts forever, including breast implants. Hear the most common reasons women might want to swap or permanently remove their implants and how breast implant warranties work with Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Cohen....
Nov. 13, 2024

Should I wait until after I have kids to get breast implants? [David Levens, MD, Coral Springs]

Many women worry about what will happen to their breast implants if they have children and whether they will be able to breastfeed. Hear how breast implants can affect pregnancy and breastfeeding and options available for tou...
Nov. 12, 2024

Who CAN'T get breast implants? [Urmen Desai, MD, Beverly Hills]

Breast augmentation isn’t for everyone. Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Urmen Desai shares his opinion on who may not be the best candidate for breast implant surgery. Links Read more about Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr....
Nov. 11, 2024

Is it risky to get a BBL? [Maria LoTempio, MD, New York City]

The Brazilian butt lift is becoming much safer as research and technologies evolve. Dr. Maria LoTempio reveals just how safe the BBL is today. Links Read more about New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Maria LoTempio Follow Dr. ...
Nov. 10, 2024

How we avoid a breast implant size you'll regret [Dan Zegzula, MD, Portland]

In a breast augmentation consultation, Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula will help you choose the best size based on your desired look and your unique anatomy. Hear how you’ll see and feel the difference between variou...
Nov. 9, 2024

The unusual question women ask me about breast augmentation [Dan Zegzula, MD, Portland]

First-time breast augmentation patients typically want to know their options and if they're a good candidate. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula appreciates patients coming with research, but he focuses his consultation...
Nov. 8, 2024

How long does it take to bounce back from breast reduction surgery? [Dan Zegzula, MD, Portland]

Breast reduction recovery is faster than you might think. Find out what to expect during your recovery, from how long you’ll need to take it easy on exercise to when you’ll see results, from Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Z...
Nov. 7, 2024

The best place to hide breast reduction scars [Dan Zegzula, MD, Portland]

Breast reduction scars hide well thanks to precise incision placement and modern techniques. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula explains the most common breast reduction incision and what can be done in the rare case th...
Nov. 6, 2024

Facial fat transfer vs. filler: which is better? [Kiya Movassaghi, MD, Eugene]

How is fat used for facial rejuvenation and how does the quality of a person’s fat change with age? When is fat better than filler? Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi explains the choices. Links Read more about Eugene...
Nov. 5, 2024

What's the first sign of aging in the face that people tend to notice? [Ricardo Rodriguez, MD, Baltimore]

There's one aging change people tend to notice on your face before all others. Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez reveals what it is and how this feature can be restored if it’s something that bothers you persona...
Nov. 4, 2024

Strategies to help patients recover quickly after breast surgery [Adam Schaffner, MD, New York City]

How we help with a comfortable and speedy recovery after a breast implant revision surgery, with New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Schaffner. Links Read more about New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Schaffner Follow ...
Nov. 3, 2024

How to avoid looking overfilled [Michele Shermak, MD, Baltimore]

Hear what injecting mistakes can cause someone to look overfilled and find out someone is a better candidate for fat grafting or filler with Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak. Links Read more about Baltimore plast...
Nov. 2, 2024

A word of caution for combining breast lift and reduction [Katerina Gallus, MD, San Diego]

Does a breast reduction typically include a lift at the same time? Hear why San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus is cautious when educating patients on the results to expect from this procedure. Links Read more about...
Nov. 1, 2024

When will I see my final breast augmentation results? [Andrew Cohen, MD, Encino]

What should you expect your breasts to look like just after breast augmentation surgery and during recovery? Find out how long it takes to see final results after breast augmentation with Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Coh...
Oct. 31, 2024

What's the warranty for breast implants? [David Levens, MD, Coral Springs]

Do breast implants actually have a 10-year warranty? Hear the details of the various breast implant warranty programs with Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr. David Levens. Links Read more about Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr...
Oct. 30, 2024

How I avoid leaving noticeable plastic surgery scars [Brannon Claytor, MD, Philadelphia]

Well known for new research and innovative approaches to scar healing, Philadelphia plastic surgeon Dr. Brannon Claytor explains how he helps his plastic surgery patients achieve the best results possible with the least notic...
Oct. 29, 2024

You're going to have alien boobs for a while [Urmen Desai, MD, Beverly Hills]

What should you expect during breast augmentation recovery, and how long should it take for breast implants to settle into their final position? Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Urmen Desai walks us through the early days fo...
Oct. 28, 2024

Why liposuction is better than ever [Maria LoTempio, MD, New York City]

New York plastic surgeon Dr. Maria LoTempio takes us through her approach to liposuction and reveals how fat transfer technologies and techniques have evolved throughout her career. Links Read more about New York City plastic...
Oct. 27, 2024

Am I too old for breast reduction surgery? [Dan Zegzula, MD, Portland]

Breast reduction patients fall into three categories: young women with naturally large breasts, postpartum moms, and women in their late 50’s to 70’s who are now investing in themselves. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzu...
Oct. 26, 2024

Getting breast reduction covered by insurance [Dan Zegzula, MD, Portland]

Getting breast reduction covered by insurance is a challenge. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula explains how he does this every day and has a team of experts who help patients fight for insurance coverage and win. Link...
Oct. 25, 2024

Going Braless: The Double Bra Breast Lift #NoBraNoProblem [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

A successful double bra breast lift result is even more impressive in person. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes shares how his patients are much more confident and radiant after surgery and how he achieves these resul...
Oct. 24, 2024

Will breast implants look fake or unnatural on me? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes explains why some women decline to get breast implants with breast lift surgery. This patient felt like she always needed a bra for support, struggled to find bathing suit options due...
Oct. 23, 2024

How have facial aging treatments evolved? [Kiya Movassaghi, MD, Eugene]

You don't have to wait until it’s time for a facelift to treat facial aging anymore. Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi explains how the treatment of facial aging has evolved over the last 20 years with the innovation...
Oct. 22, 2024

Can facial fat grafting make your skin strong again? [Ricardo Rodriguez, MD, Baltimore]

For facial fat grafting, hear why Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez prefers transferring fat under the dermis rather than above and explains his unique approach. Links Read more about Baltimore plastic surgeon D...