Straight Talk about Cosmetic Surgery with Dr. Arthur Perry

Have you heard about plant stem cells or peptides in skin care products? Would you be surprised to learn that there's no science to their use? We discuss the FDA warning letters to skin care manufacturers. We also discussed eyelid surgery - the procedure, the risks, and the benefits.

Breast implant associated lymphoma is becoming an issue in plastic surgery. We discuss this new form of cancer as well as deaths associated with fat grafting to the buttocks. Huge issues in plastic surgery with important ramifications. We also discussed kidney transplants with surgeon Dr. David Laskow from Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital.

We discussed Botox, gaining in popularity...and sclerotherapy - with 60% fewer procedures over the last decade. We discussed a cluster of recent cosmetic surgery deaths in Florida, and in particular warned against fat grafting to the buttocks. We also discussed procedures that helped both your appearance, and your well being. Specifically, a recent paper showed that tension headaches could be help...

Makeup remover contains some very toxic chemicals. On tonight's show, we discussed the variety of harmful chemicals that women use every day to remove their makeup. These include chemicals that generate formaldehyde, a particularly noxious carcinogen. This is in contrast to my CleanThyme soap, which effectively removes most makeup without any toxicity. We also discussed what we do for jowls a...

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has released its annual statistics. Tonight we discussed the procedures that are growing and declining in popularity. We also discussed rejuvenation of the decolletage...the upper chest area. With Ulthera and wrinkle filler, this is a new front in the war against aging...

What is that thing growing on your skin? From moles to skin cancers to freckles, we discuss removal of various "lesions". We also discussed facial fractures and their treatment. My RWJ guest this evening was Dr. Shabbar Danish, neurosurgeon with a new treatment for brain cancer,

We discussed the various methods to reduce fat in the neck/chin area. This includes liposuction, facelifts, and noninvasive procedures such as Kybella. I also reunited with Dr. MIchael Roizen, Chief Wellness Officer of the Cleveland Clinic, as he launches his new book, "Age-Proof".

The mommy makeover is hugely popular. Pregnancy results in droopy, small breasts and an overstretched belly. The mommy makeover combines a breast lift or augmentation with a tummy tuck. We discuss the risks of doing these two procedures in one session.

Much cosmetic surgery is performed in plastic surgery offices. And a new study showed that this is just as safe as surgery in hospitals....as long as you are healthy. To stay safe, you should make sure your surgeon an anesthesiologist are board certified and the facility is accredited. We also discussed skin cancer on tonight's show.

I just wrote a paper on rejuvenation of the lips and surrounding structures. Tonight, I discussed my unique technique to make your mouth area look better and younger. I also discussed the safety of surgery in hospitals, surgicenters, and doctor's offices. We also talked with Dr. Michael Goldrich about Eustacian tubes.

I always say that if your nose looks perfect when the splint is removed, it's been overdone. Because you'll have swelling for a long time after surgery. Just how long has never been studied...until now. Tune in to find out how long it takes for the swelling to subside. And we also discussed an old form of brow lifting...and how it is still being performed with better results. And my old...

Breast reductions improve appearance and relieve symptoms of back and neck pain, bra straps that dig in, and rashes around the breasts. A new study showed that performance at work is significantly improved after breast reductions. We discussed this, as well as the difference between a lift and a reduction. We also discussed facial rejuvenation. My guest tonight discussed the liver health program a...

There's a new generation of wrinkle fillers and tonight we discuss everything from fat grafting to collagen to the newest one, Volbella. We discuss facial rejuvenation on this action packed show.

We're in the generation of wrinkle fillers and tonight we discussed the newest one - Allergan's Volbella. We also discussed why this is the time of the year that moisturizers are most helpful.

Tonight we discussed pigmented things that grow on the skin - moles and melanomas. We also discussed the techniques plastic surgeons use to create better looking scars. We also discussed scar revisions to improve their appearance.

It's the holiday season and many plastic surgeon's offices are offering gift certificates. There are pros and cons to gifting cosmetic surgery - we discuss them tonight. We also discuss the new vaping fad - and a new study that showed vaping causes complications in cosmetic surgery. This was our 11th anniversary show!

We discussed what works (not much) and what doesn't (most everything) for cellulite reduction. We also discussed the new treatment of wide faces by injecting Botox into the masseter muscle.

Tonight we discussed one of my favorite operations - eyelid surgery. We also discussed body dysmorphic disorder, an unhealthy predisposition with one's appearance. And all over the country, dentists want to inject Botox and wrinkle fillers...without doing a plastic surgery residency. We discuss the American Society of Plastic Surgeon's position on this matter. It's no surprise that...

Organic skincare is here. And Dr. Perry tells you why the term is ridiculous to use. Organic skincare is neither real nor better than standard safe products. We discussed the use of moisturizer, the care of burns, surgical infections and laser treatment of spider veins of the face.

We discussed new things from the American Society of Plastic Surgeon's meeting in Los Angeles. We discussed how my CleanThyme soap cleans the skin without toxicity. We talked about Ulthera - a technique that tightens skin and decreases fat of the neck.

Tonight we were flooded with phone calls - mostly about facial rejuvenation. We discussed treatment of brown splotchiness of the face...and hands. Skincare, freezing off and peeling spots were discussed. The importance of obtaining a diagnosis before starting any treatment was emphasized.

We're broadcasting live from the annual meeting of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons in Los Angeles, California today!. I've got Dr. Robert Grant, Chief of Plastic Surgery at Columbia and Cornell, talking about a brand new breast implant. Dr. Brian Kinney from Beverly Hills talked about the "hot topics" in plastic surgery - the newest, the best, the greatest things in pl...

An action packed show! We discussed problems with Botox, facial rejuvenation with Ulthera or facelift, and how I get rid of wrinkles around the mouth. We also discussed a new treatment for melasma hyperpigmentation. My guest this evening was prosthodontist Dr. Dean Vafiadis, of the New York Smile Institute. Dean discussed how dentists can improve the overall health of patients.

Tonight we discussed how I perform a facelift. The procedure, the recovery and the risks are discussed. I perform a short scar lift and have started performing them in women at earlier ages, as recent scientific data suggests that facelifts last longer if performed earlier. I also discussed the new generation of fraudulent skin creams that contain plant stem cells and diamonds...

We discussed the new gummy bear implants tonight. They're better for many reasons - they look and feel better, they have a lower chance of rupture and less chance of hardening. We also discussed how air collects around breast implants and can be visible on an x-ray. We also discussed liposuction of the knees, one of the less common areas to be suctioned.