Episode 13 hosts Dr Pouria Moradi (Plastic Surgeon from Sydney, Australia)

In this episode we discuss breast augmentation, one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures. We explore everything from breast sizing, implant types, the consultation, the surgical procedure, typical recovery expectations and downtime.

0:00 Introduction 1:03 Meet Dr Pouria Moradi 3:19 Training Pathway to Becoming a Plastic Surgeon 5:16 Surgical Training and Fellowship Experience 9:44 Choosing Plastic Surgery as a Specialty 11:56 Scope of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 14:01 Career Development and Subspecialization 16:30 Public and Private Practice Roles 18:16 Introduction to Breast Augmentation 23:53 Methods of Breast Augmentation 27:02 History and Evolution of Breast Implants 30:22 Implant Materials and Design Changes 33:44 Capsular Contracture Explained 37:39 Implant Longevity and Revision Expectations 41:39 Detecting Implant Rupture and Imaging 45:36 Monitoring Breast Implant Health 48:05 Body Changes and Implant Aging 51:43 Breast Lift and Implant Replacement Decisions 57:32 Use of Fillers and Fat in Breast Augmentation 1:01:04 Fat Transfer and Hybrid Breast Augmentation 1:03:30 Limitations of Fat Grafting Alone 1:07:48 Patient Consultation and Expectation Setting 1:12:19 Role of Imaging and Simulation Tools 1:16:00 Implant Selection Principles 1:19:56 Understanding Implant Size and Projection 1:22:22 Implant Placement Above vs Below Muscle 1:25:07 Dual Plane Technique Explained 1:27:43 Recovery Time and Postoperative Care 1:30:37 Surgical Procedure Timeline 1:33:59 Incision Locations and Scar Considerations 1:36:53 Breastfeeding and Nipple Sensation After Surgery 1:39:25 Exercise and Activity After Augmentation 1:42:10 Preparing for Surgery and Recovery Support 1:44:30 Breast Implant Safety and PIP Implant Scandal 1:48:40 ALCL Risk and Implant Monitoring 1:53:30 Recognizing Symptoms and When to Seek Care 1:55:45 Cost of Breast Augmentation 2:00:30 Cosmetic Tourism and Overseas Surgery Risks 2:03:05 Managing Complications and Patient Relationships

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