Episodes - Page 4 | Where Before Meets After

Nov. 20, 2024

Life after breast reduction: what to expect [Kyle Baltrusch, MD, Portland]

Within days of breast reduction surgery, patients tell Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch they feel better. This life-changing procedure helps you ditch the neck and back pain, fit into clothes you love, and rediscov...

Guest: Kyle Baltrusch, MD

Nov. 19, 2024

How to get breast reduction covered by insurance [Kyle Baltrusch, MD, Portland]

Plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch shares why he and the team at Portland Plastic Surgery Group are committed to helping breast reduction patients get coverage. While insurance companies look for medical necessity to cover br...

Guest: Kyle Baltrusch, MD

Nov. 18, 2024

Why today's breast augmentation is better than ever [Dan Zegzula, MD, Portland]

Breast augmentation is a science that constantly evolves. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula explains the most modern techniques for implant placement and incision location and his preferred method for delivering natura...

Guest: Dan Zegzula, MD

Nov. 17, 2024

The dreaded double bubble complication [Adam Schaffner, MD, New York City]

The internal bra technique can be a miracle for the right kind of patient. Find out what it is and who it benefits with New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Schaffner. Links Read more about New York City plastic surgeon Dr....

Guest: Adam Schaffner, MD

Nov. 16, 2024

Is it good or bad that fillers are lasting longer than before? [Michele Shermak, MD, Baltimore]

Get the latest update on how injectable fillers are evolving to show more long-term improvements, with' Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak. Links Read more about Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak Follow...

Guest: Michele Shermak, MD

Nov. 15, 2024

Incision decisions: What's the right breast augmentation approach? [Katerina Gallus, MD, San Diego]

Hear which incision is most commonly used for breast augmentation surgery and why it matters, with San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus. Links Read more about San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus Follow Dr. ...

Guest: Katerina Gallus, MD

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....

Guest: Andrew Cohen, MD

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...

Guest: David Levens, MD

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....

Guest: Urmen Desai, MD

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. ...

Guest: Maria LoTempio, MD

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...

Guest: Dan Zegzula, MD

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...

Guest: Dan Zegzula, MD

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...

Guest: Dan Zegzula, MD

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...

Guest: Dan Zegzula, MD

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...

Guest: Kiya Movassaghi, MD

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...

Guest: Ricardo Rodriguez, MD

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 ...

Guest: Adam Schaffner, MD

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...

Guest: Michele Shermak, MD

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...

Guest: Katerina Gallus, MD

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...

Guest: Andrew Cohen, MD

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...

Guest: David Levens, MD

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...

Guest: Brannon Claytor, MD

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...

Guest: Urmen Desai, MD

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...

Guest: Maria LoTempio, MD