Beauty and the Surgeon

Sometimes recovering from surgery isn't what you'd expect. And sometimes things can happen after surgery that no one expects, not even your surgeon. Healing and recovery is different for everybody but there are common challenges that most people deal with and some that are very rare. Dr. Martin and Amy talk about the expected and unexpected of recovering after surgery. Comments, questions, clarifi...

Fasting isn't just a new fad, it's been around for thousands of years, but what are the health benefits of fasting? What is the best type of fasting? What's going on in your body when you don't eat? Who shouldn't be fasting? Dr. Martin and Amy are here to guide you through the complex world of fasting and longevity. Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voicemail  (303) 630-9038 or email Am...

It's been a big year for the Beauty and the Surgeon podcast thanks to all our viewers and listeners! Once again Dr. Martin and Amy pick their top five moments from the previous year. Happy New Year! Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voicemail  (303) 630-9038 or email Amy@JasonMartinMD.com . Watch this episode on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/iRUF9Cnhv5M Please rate and subscribe on  Apple...

Did you take my ear off? What do you do with the liposuction fat? Why aren't their Daddy Makeovers? Plastic surgery is perplexing and some of the same questions come up again and again. Dr. Martin and Amy dive into some of the mysterious aspects of plastic surgery and answer some of these odd, but common, questions. Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voicemail  (303) 630-9038 or email Am...

The FDA is now requiring "black box" labeling on breast implants. What does this mean? Should you be concerned? Not when Dr. Martin and Amy are here to explain the new labeling, why it's required by the FDA, and what it means for you if you've had or are considering breast augmentation. Links to more information: https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-strengthens-safety-requiremen...

Can plastic surgery… remove scars? Remove scratch marks? Be reversed? Will plastic surgery… become more affordable? Go out of style? Last forever? We let Google autofill some common plastic surgery questions to see what information people are looking for. You might be surprised at what people are curious about. Dr. Martin and Amy answer the most Googled questions about plastic surgery. Comments, q...

Having a Thighplasty (also called a Thigh Lift or Leg Lift) is a big decision that has a lot of considerations. It's important to have as much information as possible about the procedure and the recovery time. Dr. Martin and Amy are back with another full episode on Thigh Lifts so you're well informed about this transformative surgery. Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voicemail  (303)...

Preoperative appointments are super important! If you are having surgery of any kind, this episode will guide you through everything you need to know to help you have a successful procedure. What should you bring with you to your appointment? What questions should you ask your surgeon? Are you ready for your preop photo shoot? Dr. Martin and Amy talk about the what to expect at your pre-operative...

We have more questions from listeners! Can accessory breast tissue in the armpit be removed? Does Dr. Martin perform Direct Excision Platysmaplasty? Do patients complain of a choking sensation after a neck lift? Is light therapy affective for preventing hair loss? Can Accutite be used as a solution for snoring? Dr. Martin and Amy love answering your questions! Comments, questions, clarifications?...

Most people think that their skin is the reason their face looks older but did you know changes in your facial fat can be the biggest factor in showing old age? Facial fat dissipates and descends with age causing some areas of the face to sag and others to become more shallow. There are different approaches to keeping a youthful face depending on your age. Dr. Martin and Amy talk about what happen...

Choosing a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon may be the single most important decision you make when having plastic surgery. What is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon? The ASPS (American Society of Plastic Surgeons) requires continuous recertification as well as many other requirements to ensure that the surgeon doing your procedure is held to the upmost professional and ethical standards. Dr. Marti...

In most cases, plastic surgery is used to combat the effects of aging. So what could be more relevant than an episode on the latest longevity research? It's time to geek out again! Dr. Martin and Amy talk about Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Selenium Supplementation studies that have recently been published. Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voicemail  (303) 630-9038 or email Amy@JasonMa...

At what age should you consider a facelift? Some people fix problem areas in their 30s and others wait until their 70s. Every facelift is unique and what techniques are used depend on the person's age and presentation. Dr. Martin and Amy breakdown the common facelift procedures by decade and discuss how to fix every part of an aging face and neck. Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voice...

More questions from listeners! We got questions about how radiation treatments affect plastic surgery, brow lift options, and is plastic surgery addictive? Dr. Martin and Amy discuss what a Transblepharoplasty Endotine Brow Lift is and so much more. We love our listeners and we love their questions! Keep them coming everybody! Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voicemail  (303) 630-9038...

Let's get down to the fat of it! Let's talk about liposuction! Fat removal with liposuction is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures. In most cases it can be done in the office while the patient is awake. Dr. Martin and Amy discuss different parts of the body that can be treated with liposuction, the techniques of body sculpting, and what to expect from recovery. Comments, questions, c...

You can always tell when a Hollywood celebrity has had plastic surgery, right? Wrong! More often than not the natural beauty of an aging celebrity is thanks to a talented plastic surgeon who works with a celebrity over many years making incremental changes to reduce the signs of aging. Dr. Martin and Amy go over the good and bad strategies to aging like a Hollywood superstar. Comments, questions,...

It's our 100th episode! Thank you to all our listeners who made this possible! Dr Martin, Amy and producer Nils reminisce about the origins of the podcast and how they all met. They also play a fun game called "Name That Episode". Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voicemail  (303) 630-9038 or email Amy@JasonMartinMD.com . Sponsored by: Let's Get Checked ( trylgc.com/beauty code: beauty2...

The bag of stuff we're into is back! What nutrition and beauty products have captured the interest of Dr. Martin and Amy recently? The past year has been challenging so let's learn about a few things that brought Beauty and the Surgeon comfort and happiness. Call in or comment to hear yourself on our 100th episode on June 1st! Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voicemail  (303) 630-9038...

Lower eyelids are one of the first places that we start to show aging. Dark circles, wrinkles, loose skin, and puffy eyes are all problematic and get worse with age. Good news! There are a lot of solutions using a variety of techniques. Dr. Martin and Amy break down the surgical and non-surgical options to address lower eyelids. Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voicemail  (303) 630-903...

The cost of plastic surgery can be different for everyone. Where are you having surgery? What does the surgery involve? Who is your surgeon? There are also costs that aren't related to the procedure like - How much time will you have to take off from work? It's because of all these details that it's very hard to find out how much plastic surgery will cost without a consultation. Dr. Martin and Amy...

We got your voicemails! We got questions about "Swell Hell" i.e. "How much swelling is normal 4-6 months after surgery?" "How do I handle conflicting consultations from different surgeons?" and "Can I have a benign mass removed during a breast augmentation?" Dr. Martin and Amy love answering your questions. Thanks to the listeners who called in!   Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voice...

What do "Too Much Exercise", "Curing Depression with BOTOX", "50,000 year old Poop", and "Apples" have in common? It's all research we're into! Dr. Martin and Amy have once again brought the most recent scientific studies that have peaked their interest and want to share what they have learned. Comments, questions, clarifications? Leave a voicemail  (303) 630-9038 or email Amy@JasonMartinMD.com ....

Sometimes called a turkey neck, wrinkled sagging skin on the neck is something both men and women develop with age. There's a minimally invasive office procedure called a Direct Excision Neck Lift that gets rid of unwanted loose neck skin that is more affordable and requires much less recovery than a traditional Neck Lift. Dr. Martin and Amy are experts at this procedure and they're here to tell y...

Does plastic surgery make you happy? What does the science say? The answer is… it depends. Plastic surgery has improved many people's life by fixing an aesthetic problem that has been distracting to their lifestyles. However, happiness is subjective and plastic surgery is not the cure for relationship problems, depression, or BDD (body dysmorphic disorder). Dr. Martin and Amy discuss four differen...

Is it safe to have plastic surgery done in another country? What should you know before traveling for surgery? It's quite common for people to travel to different states or even different countries for surgical procedures, but there are some very important things to keep in mind before doing so. Dr. Martin and Amy break down the pros and cons of traveling for surgery and what to do to prepare for...