Are you considering a breast reduction or a breast lift but feel completely overwhelmed by all the medical jargon online? In this episode of Big Butts No Lies, Mavi sits down with board-certified New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Keith Blechman to demystify everything you need to know about breast surgery. 

Dr. Blechman strips away the confusing terminology and breaks down breast anatomy into two simple parts: the skin envelope and the breast mound. We dive into the critical differences between a medically necessary breast reduction (which relieves chronic back pain, neck strain, and bra grooving) and a cosmetic breast lift for deflated or saggy breasts after pregnancy or rapid weight loss. 

Dr. Blechman also pulls back the curtain on his revolutionary, drain-free recovery protocol and a specialized rib cage nerve block technique that allows over 90% of his patients to recover without any prescription narcotic painkillers. Plus, we explore the step-by-step reality of gender-affirming top surgery, what to realistically expect regarding nipple sensation trade-offs, and how to properly vet your surgeon so you are always in safe hands.

⏱️ In this episode:

00:00 — Introduction to Dr. Keith Blechman  
01:15 — Why I Chose Plastic Surgery  
05:07 — The Recovery Diaries Promo
05:44 — How to Choose the Right Surgeon  
09:26 — The Real Difference: Breast Lift vs. Reduction  
14:02 — Is a Breast Reduction Medically Necessary?  
16:43 — Let's Talk About Surgical Scars  
19:49 — Nipple Sensation & Numbness Risks  
23:05 — Can You Breastfeed After a Reduction?  
24:21 — Gender-Affirming Top Surgery Explained  
28:10 — Crucial Advice for Your Surgery Journey  
30:01 — The Drain-Free Recovery Revolution  
30:51 — How We Eliminated Prescription Narcotics

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👨‍⚕️ Guest: Dr. Keith Blechman

• Website: https://www.blechmanplasticsurgery.com/
• Instagram: @dr.blechman

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Are you on a massive weight loss journey and trying to figure out the final phase of your transformation? In this episode of Big Butts No Lies, Mavi sits down with board-certified New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Kevin Small, Director of Plastic Surgery at the New York Bariatric Group. 

Dr. Small answers the number one question patients ask: Will insurance pay for body contouring after weight loss? He reveals exactly how to document skin rashes, pain, and functional issues to get insurance approval. We also dive deep into the strict safety limits of staging surgeries, why any procedure over 6 hours drastically spikes your risk of blood clots or infections, and the honest reality of pain management for a lower body lift. Plus, learn how plastic surgeons treat "Ozempic Face" and what happens when weight loss patients want a BBL but don't have enough fat. 

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 — Introduction to Dr. Kevin Small  

01:40 — Excess Skin Complaints & Complications  

03:50 — Will Insurance Pay For Body Contouring?  

05:27 — Why Extra Long Surgeries Are Dangerous  

07:30 — How to Safely Stage Your Procedures  

08:16 — What if You Don’t Have Enough Fat for a BBL?  

10:59 — Treating "Ozempic Face" & Facial Volume Loss  

13:09 — Preventing Post-Op Complications (The Protein Rule)  

14:58 — Building Your Surgical Support Team  

15:52 — What to Expect with Drains & Compression  

16:58 — Pain Management: Lower Body Lift vs C-Section  

19:15 — Why Dr. Small Became a Plastic Surgeon  

21:04 — The "Lift & Fill" Buttock Technique  

24:53 — How to Send Your Insurance Card to Dr. Small  

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👨‍⚕️ Guest: Dr. Kevin Small

• Instagram: @drkevinsmall
• Email: [email protected]  

If you are on a weight loss journey and planning your ultimate transformation, you cannot afford to miss this episode! Mavi and Dr. Kevin Small reveal the safety rules, recovery truths, and financial secrets that every patient needs to know before going under the knife. 

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Are you considering a non-surgical liquid rhinoplasty, or do you want to understand what it takes to completely rebuild the central feature of the human face? In this very special episode of Big Butts No Lies, Mavi sits down with her very first overseas guest from the UK, board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Anil Joshi. 

Dr. Joshi details the intense clinical complexities behind nasal reconstruction caused by severe trauma, skin cancer, or extensive cocaine abuse. He explains the three-dimensional architecture of the nose and why it represents the highest stakes in facial plastic surgery. We also dive into an urgent safety warning regarding liquid rhinoplasty (nasal fillers)—explaining how a single incorrect injection can accidentally hit an artery, leading to immediate tissue necrosis, severe nose destruction, or even permanent blindness. 

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Does your plastic surgeon worry about your blood supply as much as your results? In this episode of Big Butts No Lies, Mavi talks with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Monica Wentworth about the critical role of vascular health in surgery. 

Dr. Wentworth shares why her background in vascular surgery research makes her a specialist in preventing complications like necrosis and surgical wounds. We dive into why you must disclose previous energy-based treatments like CoolSculpting or radiofrequency, and the real dangers of smoking or vaping before a facelift or breast lift. Learn why a "deep plane facelift" might be the safer choice for your anatomy and why meeting your surgeon for the first time on the morning of surgery is a major red flag. 

Inside this conversation:

• Why "sewing blood vessels" is the secret to a great plastic surgery outcome. 
• How prior surgeries and scar tissue change your "dominant" blood supply. 
• The truth about diabetes and how it affects your microvascular healing. 
• Why your surgeon might say "no" to large implants for your safety. 
• The importance of the operative report from your past procedures. 

Don't let a lack of information lead to a surgical complication. Dr. Monica Wentworth explains exactly what to ask your surgeon to ensure your tissue heals beautifully.

👉 Watch the full episode for the truth about surgical safety!  

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• Website: www.wentworthplasticsurgery.com

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Welcome to the very first entry of The Recovery Diaries. In this debut episode, your host Mavi steps out from behind the consultant desk to share her heart, girl-to-girl. After over a decade working in the plastic surgery industry, Mavi opens up about her personal surgical journey—from waiting until after kids to having a 360 Lipo, BBL, and breast reduction.

But this isn't just a story about physical changes. Mavi dives deep into the "Saturn Return" that led to her divorce, the realization that surgery couldn't fix a marriage, and the emotional "mirror work" that finally helped her wake up and claim her worth.

00:00 – “Dear Diary…” (Intro)
00:42 – Welcome to The Recovery Diaries
01:12 – How Mavi got into plastic surgery
01:37 – Mavi’s background: Working as a patient coordinator since 2008.  
02:00 – The First Consultation: Why being told "wait" was the best advice.  
02:58 – Defining your "End Goal": Seeking the curvy, Latina look.  
03:55 – Surgery Round 1: Lipo 360 + BBL experience
05:02 – Surgery Round 2: Breast procedure
06:51 – The Turning Point: Realizing surgery doesn't fix relationships.  
07:40 – The Transformation: Divorce, manifestation, and mirror work.  
10:24 – How to share your story on the podcast.

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#PlasticSurgeryRecovery #BBLJourney #Lipo360 #SelfLove #Affirmations #WomensEmpowerment #TheRecoveryDiaries #CosmeticSurgeryConsultant #Manifestation #PostOpCare #RecoveryJourney #SelfWorth #BodyConfidence #PlasticSurgeryConsultant

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Are the "after" photos you see on Instagram actually real? In this episode, Mavi sits down with board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Ryan Kunkel and Dr. Rhett Willis to expose the details that separate a "good" mommy makeover from a breathtaking one. 

We break down the technical side of the abdominoplasty—specifically why the belly button is the "tell-tale sign" of a tummy tuck—and explore the polarizing debate of combining a breast lift with an augmentation in a single stage. Plus, the doctors share how to spot "red flag" marketing and why you should never settle for a surgeon who won't spend more than 10 minutes with you. 

Inside this conversation:

• The Belly Button Breakdown: Why it’s (usually) your same belly button, just a new hole. 
• Weight Fluctuations: How massive weight loss changes the "stock" of your anatomy. 
• The Breast Lift Debate: Why staging your surgery might give a more predictable result. 
• Social Media Red Flags: Why "on-the-table" results and bikini-only photos are misleading. 
• Team Drain vs. No Drain: The surgeons' take on fluid management and recovery. 

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• Dr. Ryan Kunkel
• Dr. Rhett Willis 
• Utah Cosmetic Surgery
• Charlottesville Plastic Surgery
• Mavi: @bigbuttsnoliespodcast

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Ready for your Mommy Makeover but don't know who to trust? Learn the questions you should be asking during your consultation.

#MommyMakeover #TummyTuck #PlasticSurgeryTips #DrRyanKunkel #DrRhettWillis #BellyButtonSurgery #BreastAugmentation #PlasticSurgeryEducation #BigButtsNoLies

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Are your eyes making you look tired, angry, or older than you feel? In this episode of Big Butts No Lies, Mavi sits down with DC-based board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Lexie Wang to dive deep into the world of ocular plastics.

Dr. Wang explains why the eyes are the "highest yield" area for facial rejuvenation and breaks down the crucial differences between hooded eyes and a drooping brow. We discuss the risks of removing too much skin during an upper blepharoplasty, how to test your own anatomy at home, and the latest breakthroughs in skincare technology—from LED masks to medical-grade retinols.

Inside this conversation:

• Why the eyes are the most important feature for human communication 
• The "Margin of Error": Why you must choose a specialist for eyelid surgery 
• Brow Lift vs. Botox: Can surgery actually save you money on injections? 
• Two simple at-home tests to check your own eye and brow anatomy 
• Dr. Wang’s "sworn-by" skincare products for bright, healthy skin 
• Why seeking multiple opinions is the #1 tip for any surgery journey

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👩‍⚕️ Dr. Lexie Wang

• Instagram: @drlexiewang
• TikTok: @drlexiewang 
• Website: West End Plastic Surgery

Wondering if you’re a candidate for an upper blepharoplasty or a brow lift? Dr. Lexie Wang shares the exact tests she uses in her office so you can check from home.

👉 Watch the full episode for the ultimate guide to eye rejuvenation!

#Blepharoplasty #BrowLift #PlasticSurgeryEducation #EyeSurgery #SkincareRoutine #DrLexieWang #HoodedEyes #AntiAging

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Is the era of "bigger is better" finally over? In this episode of Big Butts No Lies, Mavi sits down with Houston-based board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ravi to discuss the massive shift toward natural results in breast augmentation and liposuction.

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Ravi breaks down why patients are opting for smaller implants, "auto-augmentation" breast lifts, and the revolutionary Preservation Technique. We also dive into the truth about Breast Implant Illness (BII) and why the secret to a perfect BBL is actually about subtraction, not just adding volume.

Inside this conversation:

• The shift from "Big Butts" to natural gluteal shaping 
• Why liposuction is the most important tool for body contouring 
• Breast augmentation trends: Why implants are getting smaller 
• How an internal bra works with and without implants 
• The Preservation Technique: A new way to preserve your body's natural ligaments 
• Addressing Breast Implant Illness (BII) with science and safety 

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👨‍⚕️ Dr. Ravi (Ravi Somayazula, MD)

• Instagram: @bodybyraviplasticsurgery
• Website: Body by Ravi

Are you considering a breast lift but don't want the "fake" look? Dr. Ravi explains exactly how to use your own tissue for a natural result.

👉 Watch the full episode to see if you're a candidate for auto-augmentation!

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Can peptides actually improve your plastic surgery recovery? In this episode of Big Butts No Lies, Mavi sits down with Jackie Barreda—a veteran patient care coordinator and host of Glow Time—to discuss the "Glow Stack," weight loss medications, and how to maintain your BBL or mommy makeover results. 

Jackie shares her journey from working in dermatology and plastic surgery since 1997 to becoming a "peptide pro." We dive deep into the world of liposuction, abdominoplasty prep, and why choosing to stop drinking alcohol was the ultimate game-changer for their health and surgical outcomes. 

Inside this conversation:

• The "Glow Stack": Using peptides for hair, skin, and nail health 
• How to microdose weight loss meds without losing your BBL 
• The reality of "Mom Guilt" and choosing yourself through a mommy makeover 
• Why GLP-1s and peptides are the future of tummy tuck surgery prep 
• The cost of a peptide journey and avoiding "gray market" research chemicals 

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👩‍💼 Jackie Barrera

• Instagram: @glowtimewithjackie 

Thinking about a mommy makeover or starting peptides? Don't buy anything until you hear about the "Glow Stack" safety tips in this episode.

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#MommyMakeover #BBL #Peptides #PlasticSurgeryRecovery #TummyTuck #Liposuction #GlowStack #WeightLossJourney

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What does a mommy makeover actually do for a patient’s confidence and body? In this episode of Big Butts No Lies, Mavi sits down with Houston-based board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Cara Downey to break down how breast augmentation, liposuction, and abdominoplasty work together to restore what pregnancy or weight loss has changed. 

Dr. Downey shares her expertise on why this journey is about more than just "getting a surgery"—it’s about safety, timing, and understanding how your body heals. We dive into the rise of GLP-1 weight loss medications, how they impact anesthesia, and what you need to know about tummy tuck recovery before stepping into a consultation.

Inside this conversation:
-The real impact of a mommy makeover on patient lives 
-Why you must stop GLP-1 weight loss meds before a tummy tuck 
-Combining breast augmentation surgery with body contouring 
-Tummy tuck recovery tips: Drains, garments, and the healing process 
-Addressing skin laxity after massive weight loss 
-Why choosing a board-certified surgeon is your #1 safety move 

🎙 Mavi Rodriguez
 Instagram: @bigbuttsnoliespodcast

👩‍⚕️ Dr. Cara Downey
 Instagram: @drcaradowney
Website: www.heightsplasticsurgeryhouston.com

• Operation Smile
• Smile Train
• Surgical Volunteers International

If you’re thinking about a mommy makeover and don’t fully understand what it involves…

👉 Watch the full episode before making a decision.

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 #tummytuck
 #breastsurgery
 #plasticsurgeryeducation
 #bodycontouring

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