Many of us have seen our profile in a picture and have pondered what we’d love to be different. Of course, the nose plays a prominent role, but also the chin, cheeks, and neck are important in the harmony of the profile. Profile contour-changing procedures, both surgical and non, are sometimes collectively known as Profileplasty.

In Episode 49, we hear from Dr. Jamil Ahmad, who has expertise in contour-changing treatments of all of these areas, as he presents a truly thoughtful approach to his assessment and finessed solutions.  Listen in to learn particularly about rhinoplasty (nose-reshaping), but also about chin procedures, and neck recontouring.

Well worth your time…

What if a person could have breast enhancement WITHOUT an implant??

This is intriguing to those who are implant-shy and seek to avoid them, as well as those who already have implants, and wish to remove them.

In this episode we hear from Dr. Bradley Calobrace, who has extensive experience in this area. In our interview, he sheds light on new techniques for enhancing or rejuvenation breasts WITHOUT implants, something that wasn’t really conceived of a couple of short decades ago. We also get a sneak-peak into cutting-edge developments which are sure to eventually be mainstream in the future. It’s surprising what can be done!

Here we go…

Want to know what’s trending in Aesthetic Procedures for Men? Episode 47 will tell you.

These days, visual impressions have become more important to any gender, and the options for men are rapidly expanding. Recently I had an opportunity to interview the engaging Dr. Doug Steinbrech, an expert in the field, and that was too good to pass up.  Take a listen, as he expands your knowledge of the subject, and relays the current advances.  You might be surprised what is possible!

(Also, my earlier episode 17 is dedicated to Plastic Surgery for Men, and gives an overview of the basics on this subject. It’s a nice complement to the current episode.) Listen now…

Technology in Plastic Surgery:  What does that mean, and what advances have been made?

 In this episode, we answer those very questions, and benefit from the insight of Dr. Jason Pozner, a highly-accomplished, board-certified plastic surgeon, with Sanctuary Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton.  He discusses the latest cutting-edge devices, and often has had a hand in developing them.

Most of these devices are aimed at providing better outcomes, with less downtime and discomfort, and who wouldn’t want that?

Take a listen to our conversation…

Over the years, implants have been so pivotal to breast enhancement surgery and to breast reconstruction after cancer. Yet it’s essential to be familiar with potential associated problems, like rare but serious ALCL lymphoma, as well as Breast Implant Illness. This does not mean implants shouldn’t be used; however awareness is key. Previous Episode 5 introduced the basics of these concepts, but for this current Episode 45, we interview expert Dr. Patricia McGuire who fills you in about the screening and treatment of such issues. And, there are some surprising facts she brings to light, especially in the second half of our discussion. Listen, and learn the latest… 

Lasers, and other machine-based skin treatments, are immensely popular these days, and becoming even more so, practically by the day! For basic understanding of them, you can refer back to helpful Episode 20, but for today’s episode we have a special interview with laser treatment expert, Dr. Jay Burns. He explains his rational for choosing certain treatments over others, and he gives insight regarding advancements and trends in the laser world. Take a listen!

There are 2 things we wonder about Cellulite…

What is it, really? And can it be effectively treated?

Look no further than this episode of Plastic Surgery Decoded for the answers, including input from Dr. Grant Stevens, who has a fair amount of expertise in the subject.

Take a listen now…

Facelift in the office, while awake, yet numbed-up and comfortable, is a nice alternative for those who are anxious about “going under” general anesthesia. A fair amount can be accomplished this way. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Keith Hodge with Monarch Plastic Surgery (monarchps.com), who shares his thoughts about the benefits and safety of this procedure.

Listen in…

What is Beauty? 

What is Attractiveness? 

We take note of it in others, and want it for ourselves.

In this episode you’ll learn about the traditional standards, and some paradoxes, too.

We’ll also speak with journalist Esther Honig (www.estherhonig.me) about a project she worked on several years ago exploring varying ideals of beauty, which yielded some surprising findings and led to a TED Talk.  Then we get a view into Esther’s own insightful perspective. 

Take a listen!

We’re talking about current TRENDS in Plastic Surgery, broken down into 5 categories, for ease of discussion, including trends about What procedures are done, How they are done, and new Strategies in treatment.

We’ll also touch on what happens when a trend falls out of favor AFTER you’ve had the procedure!

Worth a listen!

Please note that this Episode, #40, is the final episode for Season 3. Plastic Surgery Decoded Podcast will start a new concept in Season 4, with Interviews!

So stay tuned!