Perfectly Imperfect - A Female Plastic Surgeon's Perspective

By Carrie Houssock, MDMedicine Health & Fitness Arts Fashion & Beauty

Perfectly Imperfect - A Female Plastic Surgeon's Perspective episodes

November 26, 2024The Dark Side of Hair Transplant Surgery
There is a growing black market for hair restoration surgery fueled by flashy TikTok and Instagram videos, putting people at risk who don’t understand who is truly qualified and what’s realistically possible.

Having completed hundreds of hair transplant procedures together, from their training and depth of experience Lindsey and Dr. Houssock educate us on everything we need to know, including:

What the red flags are and how to spot them before and during consultation
Ways to tell whether the facility, doctor, and team are qualified and trustworthy
The shocking truth about who’s legally allowed to do hair transplant surgery
Why a scared patient came straight to the office after a 12 hour overseas flight and what happened to his grafts
The risks of traveling long distances for surgery & why the first 48 hours after surgery are critically important
The permanent consequences of overharvesting
Why 5000 grafts is logistically impossible in a single day
Why a fast procedure may not be a good thing
Standards and best practices for hair transplant surgery
How dishonest marketing misleads people into thinking the impossible is possible
What questions to ask when you’re consulting with someone for hair restoration surgery
Links

Learn the dangers of black market hair transplantshttps://fightthefight.ishrs.org/

Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Carrie A. Houssock, MD and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who live and work in the DMV.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

JEV Plastic Surgery is located off I-795 in Owings Mills, Maryland at 4 Park Center Ct, Suite #100.

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram @drcarehoussock

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram @jevplasticsurgery

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33 min
October 03, 2024Hairline Lowering for Women Explained
Women with higher than average hairlines visit Dr. Houssock and Danielle feeling self-conscious about their foreheads, hiding behind headbands or even wigs.

These women usually don't need a hair transplant; they just want a shorter forehead. If you have a full head of hair but a high hairline, this niche procedure might be your answer.

Dr. Houssock and Danielle walk you through hairline lowering from start to finish, and explain what to expect as you heal.

Find out:
How to know if a hair transplant is a better option
Why men usually need a hair transplant instead
How we hide incisions to minimize the visibility of scars
When a multi-stage procedure is better
Why hairline lowering and hair transplants shouldn't be done simultaneously
Learn more about hairline lowering & forehead reduction

Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Carrie A. Houssock, MD and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who live and work in the DMV.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

JEV Plastic Surgery is located off I-795 in Owings Mills, Maryland at 4 Park Center Ct, Suite #100.

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram @drcarehoussock

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram @jevplasticsurgery

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23 min
August 29, 2024You Don’t Have To Suffer in Silence
It's completely normal to feel uncomfortable discussing issues of incontinence or intimacy, but know you’re not alone.

Dr. Houssock and Lindsey (who has seen it all in her labor & delivery days) have ways to help with everything.

For common issues like urinary incontinence, dryness, discomfort during sex, and aesthetic concerns, we outline the best treatment solutions for each.

With the EmpowerRF platform’s Morpheus8V and V-Tone treatments, we can strengthen muscles and boost collagen in the vaginal area. And if you need a bit more, labiaplasty offers both functional and aesthetic benefits.

Find out:
EmpowerRF treatments and how they work
How to know if surgery is the better option for you
The recovery process for both surgical and non-surgical options
What might make you a bad candidate for vaginal treatments
Why regular treatments are key to maintaining results

Learn more about EmpowerRF Vaginal Rejuvenation by InMode and labiaplasty

Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Carrie A. Houssock, MD and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who live and work in the DMV.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

JEV Plastic Surgery is located off I-795 in Owings Mills, Maryland at 4 Park Center Ct, Suite #100.

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram @drcarehoussock

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram @jevplasticsurgery

Perfectly Imperfect is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

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26 min
August 01, 2024The 7 Worst Hair Transplant Myths - Busted!
Every day, Dr. Houssock and Lindsey talk to people with long-held misconceptions about hair transplant surgery and misunderstandings caused by the various hair restoration treatments sold to us through advertising.

Neither Dr. Houssock or Lindsey ever expected to become an expert in hair restoration, but today it is one of the most impactful ways they help both men and women.

Having cared for thousands of hair restoration patients between the two of them, they deconstruct the 7 most pervasive myths, including:
Non surgical treatments will bring back lost hair
When I have surgery, I can be done with medication
I can have a full hair transplant in one day
Grafts taken from the back of my head will grow back
Get the truth about what to expect from hair transplant surgery and hear what’s required to truly look natural after a hair transplant.

Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Carrie A. Houssock, MD and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who live and work in the DMV.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

JEV Plastic Surgery is located off I-795 in Owings Mills, Maryland at 4 Park Center Ct, Suite #100.

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram @drcarehoussock

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram @jevplasticsurgery

Perfectly Imperfect is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

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31 min
July 11, 2024Mommy Makeover: The Truth About Diastasis Recti
Diastasis recti is very common but widely misunderstood, and it’s hard to even know you have it unless an expert confirms it. Because it is impossible to fix with exercise, tummy tuck surgery often includes diastasis repair.

In severe cases of diastasis, you might even still look pregnant long after the baby is born. It can also cause back pain or force your center of gravity to be off.

Along with fixing diastasis, umbilical hernias, and the terrible “C-section shelf,” we cover all the big questions including:
What can and can’t be repaired w/a tummy tuck?
Should you wait until you're done having kids to have a mommy makeover?
Circumstances that might require someone to have a tummy tuck twice in their life
What happens if you get pregnant again after surgery?
How long should you be done breastfeeding before breast surgery?
What are my vaginal rejuvenation options?

In part two of our Mommy Makeover mini-series, we cover diastasis in detail with photos and videos, so be sure to watch this episode on Spotify or YouTube.

Links
Read more about mommy makeover at JEV Plastic Surgery

Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Carrie A. Houssock, MD and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who live and work in the DMV.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

JEV Plastic Surgery is located off I-795 in Owings Mills, Maryland at 4 Park Center Ct, Suite #100.

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram @drcarehoussock

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram @jevplasticsurgery

Perfectly Imperfect is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

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25 min
June 20, 2024 Mommy Makeover: The Truth About What to Expect Post-Baby
Despite what TikTok says, getting your old body back after having a baby is not a thing. It’s a miracle that your body grew a child, and there’s nothing wrong with the “mommy bod.” But there’s also nothing wrong with doing something for yourself after all that.

In part one of two episodes covering the aesthetic procedures unique to the aftereffects of having a baby (commonly known as the “mommy makeover”), Dr. Houssock and Val take us through the changes to expect and what can be done to help.

In part 2, we’ll explain diastasis recti and go into detail on the top procedures for those stretched muscles, excess skin, and scars.

Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Carrie A. Houssock, MD and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who live and work in the DMV.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

JEV Plastic Surgery is located off I-795 in Owings Mills, Maryland at 4 Park Center Ct, Suite #100.

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram @drcarehoussock

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram @jevplasticsurgery

Perfectly Imperfect is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

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32 min
May 30, 2024 Here Comes the Bride (And Groom): How to Look Perfect on “The Big Day”
About once a week, a bride-to-be comes in asking for our help and often there’s not enough time to do everything.

Dr. Houssock and Lindsey, our in-house skin care expert, take you through the ideal timeline to prepare for a big event, from procedures to start planning at least 6 months ahead through the little tweaks you can safely do a week before the wedding.

Hear the go-to wedding prep favorites and how far ahead to schedule them, and what to include in your “emergency kit” to camouflage any last-minute issues that come along.

When you get engaged, call your family first. But then call us, so there’s enough time for you to look perfect by your wedding day.

Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Carrie A. Houssock, MD and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who live and work in the DMV.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

JEV Plastic Surgery is located off I-795 in Owings Mills, Maryland at 4 Park Center Ct, Suite #100.

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram @drcarehoussock

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram @jevplasticsurgery

Perfectly Imperfect is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

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24 min
May 09, 2024 The Who, When, and How of Tummy Tuck Surgery
While there are minimally invasive options for skin tightening that can yield fantastic results for the right people and in the right areas, there is nothing nonsurgical that can take the place of the tummy tuck.

Who: Dr. Houssock and Danielle lay out who is a candidate for a full, mini, or reverse tummy tuck.

When: Find out how to plan your surgery and identify the best timing for your life

How: the who, what, and why of tummy tuck options we offer and explain who might be the best fit for each; what recovery looks like for each procedure, and what’s included in Dr. Houssock’s all-inclusive tummy tuck.

Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Carrie A. Houssock, MD and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who live and work in the DMV.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

JEV Plastic Surgery is located off I-795 in Owings Mills, Maryland at 4 Park Center Ct, Suite #100.

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram @drcarehoussock

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram @jevplasticsurgery

Perfectly Imperfect is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

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36 min
April 18, 2024 Why Fillers Alone Aren’t Enough
Ever wonder how some celebrities just don’t seem to get older? The secret is that they have a smart aesthetic professional who has them on a strategic treatment plan with a little bit of everything in their toolbox, and fillers are one of those tools.

The beauty of fillers is the wide range we have to choose for every face and concern, from restoring volume to reducing fine lines and wrinkles.

Dr. Houssock & Val let us in on their favorite products and how long they last, and share a warning about the risks that come with overfilling.

Learn more about injectable fillers at JEV Plastic Surgery.

Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Carrie A. Houssock, MD and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who live and work in the DMV.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

JEV Plastic Surgery is located off I-795 in Owings Mills, Maryland at 4 Park Center Ct, Suite #100.

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram @drcarehoussock

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram @jevplasticsurgery

Perfectly Imperfect is a production of The Axis: theaxis.io

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32 min
March 28, 2024RF Microneedling: VirtueRF vs. Morpheus8 - What’s the Difference?
With not one but two of the world’s best RF microneedling technologies under our roof, nurse practitioner Lindsey treats all skin types and a wide variety of areas, including the face, jawline, neck, hands, arms, thighs, and décolletté.

While both of our RF microneedling technologies are fabulous treatments for improving texture and tone, acne scars, and crepey skin, there are some important differences to be aware of for darker skin types.

Covering all the bases, Dr. Houssock and Lindsey answer all the questions people have about VirtueRF and Morpheus8 radiofrequency microneedling, including:

What are the main differences between VirtueRF and Morpheus8?
What is the downtime?
How long do results last and how often do you need maintenance treatments?
What are the benefits of adding PRP or CoolPeel to RF microneedling treatments?

Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Carrie A. Houssock, MD and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who live and work in the DMV.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

JEV Plastic Surgery is located off I-795 in Owings Mills, Maryland at 4 Park Center Ct, Suite #100.

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram

Perfectly Imperfect is a production of The Axis

Theme music: GUNSHY, Nyck Caution
29 min

About Perfectly Imperfect - A Female Plastic Surgeon's Perspective

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Hosted by Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Carrie Houssock and her all-female team, Perfectly Imperfect is the authentically human podcast navigating the realities of aesthetic medicine for people who…

live and work in the DMV.

In each episode, Dr. Carrie Houssock invites one of the talented ladies from her team of experts to explore everything from the basics to the niches of plastic surgery and medical aesthetics.

Carrie Houssock, MD, FACS, Plastic Surgeon: Dr. Houssock is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the current owner and medical director of JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, a destination for plastic surgery and hair restoration not just in Baltimore but the DMV and beyond. She is committed to delivering top-notch care with compassion and the highest regard for safety.

Dr. Houssock uses the latest techniques and technology to help people of all ages look and feel their best. Her exceptional work was recognized by her peers and featured in Newsweek's list of America’s Best Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Houssock is ranked among the top 387 plastic surgeons in the nation for breast augmentation, liposuction, and facelifts.

Our Co-Hosts

Lindsey DiTanna, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C: Throughout her career at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, Lindsey DiTanna has handled injectables, skincare, facial treatments, and hair restoration (both surgical and non-surgical). She also refills prescriptions and ensures the operating room runs smoothly.

Val Krajewski, RN: Val Krajewski, a Registered Nurse at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, serves as both an operating room nurse and nurse injector. She takes the time to listen carefully to each patient's goals during dermal filler treatments.

Alina Parker, RN: Alina Parker, a Registered Nurse at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, helps patients recover safely and comfortably. You’ll find her making pre-op calls, working in recovery, and assisting patients throughout the day.

Sarah Brown, CRNA: Sarah Brown, a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), is the primary anesthesia provider at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics. She manages pre-operative patient assessments, administers anesthesia, and ensures patient safety and comfort throughout procedures.

Danielle Talley: With 20 years in aesthetics and 15 at JEV Plastic Surgery & Medical Aesthetics, Danielle Talley serves as practice & surgical director. She oversees patient care from consultation to surgery, ensuring smooth scheduling and answering all procedural questions. Danielle plays a crucial role in making sure patients have a positive experience and achieve their goals.

As a practice that offers a wide range of services, from breast lifts and tummy tucks to facelifts and non-surgical facial rejuvenation, Dr. Houssock and her team give you an inside look at all things plastic surgery and medical aesthetics so you know just what to expect when you decide to invest in yourself.

Whether you're simply curious or actively considering plastic surgery, Perfectly Imperfect is your solid source. Dr. Houssock and her team will take you behind the scenes, answer all your questions, and help you make informed decisions about your aesthetic journey.

Got a question for us? Leave us a voicemail at theperfectlyimperfectpodcast.com

To learn more about JEV Plastic Surgery, go to jevplasticsurgery.com

Follow Dr. Houssock on Instagram @drcarehoussock

Follow the JEV Plastic Surgery team on Instagram @jevplasticsurgery