Fillers vs. Facelifts: What’s the Truth?

In this episode of The Perfect Dose, Dr. Kristen Herzog breaks down the drama surrounding fillers and facelifts—why they’re not enemies, when to choose one over the other, and how they actually work better together. She even shares her thoughts on Kris Jenner’s recent procedure and what it means for the future of aesthetic medicine.

Whether you're in your 30s wondering if it’s too early for surgery or looking to maintain your results after a facelift, this episode gives real, honest insight from a seasoned injector and board-certified nurse practitioner.

🔹 The truth about filler-bashing

🔹 Why surgery isn’t always the answer

🔹 When facelifts make sense

🔹 How to prep your skin for surgery

🔹 Real-life patient examples

🔹 Filler + facelift synergy explained

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro

00:53 – Breaking down the filler vs. facelift debate

01:08 – Kris Jenner’s surgeon and the celebrity procedure trend

01:54 – Filler and facelift work better together

02:13 – Facelifts in your 30s? Probably not necessary

02:43 – Non-surgical options can delay surgery

03:10 – When surgery should come first

03:54 – Aging will eventually require surgery

04:20 – Dr. Kristen shares her own injectable journey

04:55 – Fillers improve facelift results by boosting skin

05:30 – Prep skin before surgery for better outcomes

05:50 – Filler isn’t a problem for surgery—it’s manageable

06:27 – Kris Jenner used both filler and facelift

06:48 – Avoid filler for a year before your facelift

07:32 – Facelifts don’t replace Botox or filler entirely

08:07 – Post-facelift treatments still matter

08:40 – Final word: use filler and facelift together smartly

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Led by Dr. Kristen Herzog, DNP, FNP-BC, founder of Perfect Dose and national expert in facial balancing with filler, Sculptra, and PDO threads, the Perfect Dose Podcast offers a blend of advanced techniques and personalized care. Dr. Herzog, a national speaker and trainer for Galderma and Allergan, combines her expertise in medical aesthetics with a passion for helping people look and feel their best.

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