Episodes - Page 5 | Where Before Meets After

Oct. 21, 2024

Preventing the #1 breast augmentation complication [Adam Schaffner, MD, New York City]

What can be done to prevent capsular contracture? Hear how the no-touch technique using the Keller Funnel helps & what the best practices are for avoiding this dreaded complication with New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Adam ...

Guest: Adam Schaffner, MD

Oct. 20, 2024

How we get that V-shaped face (not a chipmunk face) with filler [Michele Shermak, MD, Baltimore]

While the lips are the most popular placement for dermal fillers, there are other parts of the face that can benefit from them. Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak explains other common areas she uses fillers to hel...

Guest: Michele Shermak, MD

Oct. 19, 2024

Will breast implants give me that perky look? [Katerina Gallus, MD, San Diego]

How do you know if you need a breast lift at the same time as your breast augmentation? San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus explains how to figure it out. Links Read more about San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina...

Guest: Katerina Gallus, MD

Oct. 18, 2024

The aftercare item anyone with scar prone skin MUST have [Brannon Claytor, MD, Philadelphia]

Lots of factors affect how plastic surgery incisions heal. Dr. Brannon Claytor explains how he takes extra care of patients prone to challenges during scar healing and tells us about the Brijjit, a simple but powerful innovat...

Guest: Brannon Claytor, MD

Oct. 18, 2024

My methods for avoiding bad scars after breast augmentation [Andrew Cohen, MD, Encino]

All breast augmentation incisions come with scars, but there are ways to speed up healing and prevent complications with wound healing. Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Cohen shares his insights on the different incision app...

Guest: Andrew Cohen, MD

Oct. 17, 2024

Why breast implants are safer than ever [David Levens, MD, Coral Springs]

Since the 1970's, breast implants have come a long way. Hear the brief the history of breast implants and how they have evolved to be safer and look more natural with Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr. David Levens. Links Read...

Guest: David Levens, MD

Oct. 15, 2024

How we pick the perfect breast implant size (for you) [Urmen Desai, MD, Beverly Hills]

The breast implant sizing process is everything. Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Urmen Desai tells us why he prefers going into surgery with the exact implant size he and his patient agreed upon ahead of time, rather than v...

Guest: Urmen Desai, MD

Oct. 14, 2024

Is the big butt BBL era over? [Maria LoTempio, MD, New York City]

Find out whether the BBL era is over or fat transfer to the buttocks is alive and well from New York plastic surgeon Dr. Maria LoTempio. Links Read more about New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Maria LoTempio Follow Dr. LoTemp...

Guest: Maria LoTempio, MD

Oct. 13, 2024

Can I get a breast lift without implants? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes uses the superior medial pedicle technique to control breast size and maximize lifting. This technique requires some tissue removal, leading to a decrease in bra size. There is some f...

Guest: Austin Hayes, MD

Oct. 12, 2024

What should I look for in a breast surgeon? [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

There's a perfect breast surgeon for every patient, depending on their goals and the doctor's approach. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes shares his tips on how to find the right breast surgeon and explains his specif...

Guest: Austin Hayes, MD

Oct. 11, 2024

Getting longer lasting internal bra breast lift results without absorbable mesh [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

In some breast augmentation surgeries, especially revisions, mesh support like GalaFLEX is used to stimulate collagen beneath the implant like the underwire of a bra to strengthen the area over time. WIth the double bra breas...

Guest: Austin Hayes, MD

Oct. 10, 2024

The next generation of the internal bra technique for breast lift surgery [Austin Hayes, MD, Portland]

A traditional breast lift doesn’t do much to strengthen the fold, causing the breast tissue to fall below it and the scar to ride up over time. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes’ pioneering new method of securing the ...

Guest: Austin Hayes, MD

Oct. 9, 2024

Deconstructing fancy face lift terminology [Kiya Movassaghi, MD, Eugene]

Facelift surgery techniques depend on the patient’s needs. Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi explains the approaches. Links Read more about Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi Follow Dr. Movassaghi on Instagra...

Guest: Kiya Movassaghi, MD

Oct. 8, 2024

Do your lips make you look old? [Ricardo Rodriguez, MD, Baltimore]

Hear how the results of the lip lift surgery impact the overall appearance of the face and whether scars are noticeable, with Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez. Links Read more about Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr...

Guest: Ricardo Rodriguez, MD

Oct. 7, 2024

Are your breast implants too old? [Adam Schaffner, MD, New York City]

Find out how long breast implants last, hear why breast imaging after augmentation is important and how often it is recommended, and learn the most common reasons for breast revision surgery with New York City plastic surgeon...

Guest: Adam Schaffner, MD

Oct. 6, 2024

Which lip filler is the best? [Michele Shermak, MD, Baltimore]

Revealing her favorite injectable filler for lips, Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak explains how long lip filler lasts and how it is different from filler used for other areas of the face. Links Read more about B...

Guest: Michele Shermak, MD

Oct. 5, 2024

Finding the perfect breast implant size for your body AND your goals [Katerina Gallus, MD, San Diego]

Women considering breast augmentation usually ask “what size is right for me?” San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus explains how to find a breast implant size that fits both your frame and your goals. Links Read more...

Guest: Katerina Gallus, MD

Oct. 4, 2024

Which is the best breast implant for you? [Andrew Cohen, MD, Encino]

What's the first question most women ask in a breast augmentation consultation? Here's how to decide which type of breast implant is best for you with Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Cohen. Links Read more about Encino plas...

Guest: Andrew Cohen, MD

Oct. 3, 2024

What to do with breasts that are too big and too low [David Levens, MD, Coral Springs]

Wondering if you can get rid of excess breast tissue and lift droopy breasts at the same time? Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr. David Levens explains his approach to breast reduction and lift. Links Read more about Coral Spr...

Guest: David Levens, MD

Oct. 2, 2024

The fastest way to make plastic surgery scars disappear [Brannon Claytor, MD, Philadelphia]

Scars can heal faster than ever thanks to recent research by Dr. Brannon Claytor. Here are the post-op instructions he gives his patients to speed up the healing process for their plastic surgery incisions. Links Read more ab...

Guest: Brannon Claytor, MD

Oct. 1, 2024

The second question women ask about breast implants at consultation [Urmen Desai, MD, Beverly Hills]

At a consultation for breast augmentation, the first two questions are almost always the same. The first question is “what are gummy bear implants?” and the second is, “what implant size is right for me?” Beverly Hills plasti...

Guest: Urmen Desai, MD

Sept. 30, 2024

The newest trend in BBL surgery [Maria LoTempio, MD, New York City]

Trends come and go with any cosmetic procedure, especially the Brazilian butt lift. Based on her own patients requests, New York plastic surgeon Dr. Maria LoTempio lets us in on current BBL trends she’s noticing in NYC. Read ...

Guest: Maria LoTempio, MD