Where Before Meets After: Plastic Surgery Transformations

“Did she or didn’t she?” — the question everyone asks when they see Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes’s triple bra breast lift before & after photos.  He explains how he keeps upper-breast volume and secures it so the results look and feel stunning, no implants required. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes  Follow Dr. Hayes on Instagram @draustinhayes To learn mor...

Male breast tissue affects millions of men, leading them to hide in baggy shirts, even at the pool or beach.  Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch shares why gynecomastia is so common and how it can be fixed. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch Follow Dr. Baltrusch on Instagram @baltcho To learn more about Dr. Kyle Baltrusch , listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor...

Fine lines, scars, dullness, and texture all have one thing in common: collagen loss.  Portland aesthetic nurse Thai explains how SkinPen microneedling tells your body to rebuild smoother, firmer, healthier skin from the inside out. Read more about Portland aesthetic nurse Thai Becker Follow Thai on Instagram @thai_aestheticspdx Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about...

Meet the underrated hero of facial rejuvenation: the lip lift.  Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains how this small, elegant procedure shortens the space between your nose and lip, making your mouth look fuller and more youthful. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien  Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien ,...

After weight loss, most people want everything done: face, breasts, tummy, arms, legs.  Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Bob Basu explains why you can’t do it all at once and how he helps patients prioritize safely. Read more about Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Bob Basu Follow Dr. Basu on Instagram @basuplasticsurgery To learn more about Dr. Bob Basu , listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor Where Befor...

Breast implants aren’t for everyone.  Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes shares how his triple bra breast lift technique uses natural internal support to create a beautiful breast shape so results look fuller and last longer than a typical lift. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes Follow Dr. Hayes on Instagram @draustinhayes To learn more about Dr. Austin Hayes , liste...

It’s not all in your head; your nose does change over time! Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains why, from shifting ligaments to skin changes, and when surgery might (or might not) make sense. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien , listen to her episode of Meet The Doc...

Men want natural, youthful looks without the surgery "look." Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch explains why more men than ever are stepping into the plastic surgery world. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch Follow Dr. Baltrusch on Instagram @baltcho To learn more about Dr. Kyle Baltrusch , listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meets After brings c...

Genetics, nutrition, and tissue quality all play a role in how your body bounces back after weight loss.  Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Bob Basu explains why two people can lose the same amount of weight but look completely different afterward. Read more about Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Bob Basu Follow Dr. Basu on Instagram @basuplasticsurgery To learn more about Dr. Bob Basu , listen to his episod...

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien shares when most people start thinking seriously about rhinoplasty, how long it typically takes people to book a consultation, and the most frequent nose concerns patients bring up. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien on Instagram @dr.shannonobrien To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien , listen to her episod...

Stitches and tricky recoveries are common after rhinoplasty or septoplasty, but a new innovation is changing that.  The Bstent, created by facial plastic surgeon Dr. Bahman Guyuron, is a suture-free nasal stent designed to make healing simpler and smoother. Dr. Guyuron shares how years of research and collaboration with engineers led to a smarter post-op solution. Patients can remove the Bstent on...

What happens when you put two powerhouse plastic surgeons, Dr. Matthew Nykiel from Newport Beach and Dr. Mark Epstein from Long Island, in a room together? You get an unfiltered deep dive into the ever-evolving world of body contouring, surgical trends, and even some wild in-flight emergency stories. They break down East Coast vs. West Coast aesthetics, how social media is influencing what people...

Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel and Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein discuss the next generation of fat-based fillers (like alloClae)—and yes, it’s real human fat, processed, sterile, and ready to inject. But that’s not all. From fat to bones, we’re also talking about rib reshaping, an emerging trend that’s pushing the limits of what’s possible in aesthetic surgery. Li...

Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel and Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein explain why Renuvion skin tightening has changed how they do body contouring forever—and how it could change your results too. Links Read more about Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel Read more about Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein Follow Dr. Nykiel on Instagram @socalplasti...

Fat used to be the enemy… now it’s the real MVP.  Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel and Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein discuss how weight loss with GLP-1s and new perspectives on fat are totally rewriting the rules of body contouring. Links Read more about Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel Read more about Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein Foll...

Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel and Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein break down the major regional and cultural differences in body contouring trends on the West Coast vs. the East Coast.  Learn why social media shapes which surgeons people choose and what “balanced body” really means in 2025. Links Read more about Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel Read...

Portland aesthetic PA Colleen Phillips introduces the Luxe Peel, a powerful chemical peel that smooths and rejuvenates the eye area. The peel can also treat sun damage and fine lines on the full face. Colleen shares benefits, healing tips and more. Read more about Portland aesthetic injector Colleen Phillips, PA-C Follow MD Beauty Lab on Instagram @mdbeautylab Where Before Meets After brings credi...

Sculptra is not your typical filler—it’s a collagen-stimulating treatment that delivers long-lasting, natural-looking results, but it’s not an overnight fix. Unlike traditional fillers that simply add volume, Sculptra works by rebuilding your skin’s own collagen, helping to restore lost structure and firmness over time.  Portland aesthetic injector Colleen Phillips, PA-C explains how Sculptra work...

The Luxe Peel is a powerful deep peel that goes where lasers and fillers can’t, delivering a total skin reset. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains what happens before, during, and after this game-changing treatment, and how it compares to a facelift. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien's practice on Instagram @portlandplasticsurgerygrou...

Kim Laudati is the founder of SomaCell, a non-invasive skin tightening treatment that’s catching on in the medical aesthetics world. Unlike lasers or radiofrequency treatments, SomaCell uses acoustic wave therapy — a heat-free approach that’s safe, gentle, and works on all skin types and tones. Find out why this treatment skips the side effects and downtime of traditional methods, how many session...

Dr. Shannon O’Brien shares why the Luxe Peel (also known as the Croton Oil Peel) is becoming a go-to for treating deep wrinkles, sun spots, and even mild skin laxity. Plus, see jaw-dropping before-and-after results from a real patient! Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien's practice on Instagram @portlandplasticsurgerygroup To learn more about Dr. Shannon...

Skin experts are raving about the Luxe Peel, a type of chemical peel with active ingredients croton oil and phenol, but what makes it so powerful? Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien explains its history, why it’s different from other peels, and what kind of results you can expect. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien Follow Dr. O'Brien's practice on Instagram @por...

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula explains how going from a G cup to a D cup not only helped this patient get perky, youthful breasts but also eliminated the pain and discomfort of heavy breasts. Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula Follow Dr. Zegzula on Instagram @danzman_md To learn more about Dr. Dan Zegzula , listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor Where Before Meet...

Can breast implants affect your speed and endurance when running or training? Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula shares the truth about how breast augmentation impacts athletic performance, and why most athletes don't notice a difference! Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula Follow Dr. Zegzula on Instagram @danzman_md To learn more about Dr. Dan Zegzula , listen to his ep...

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien breaks down everything you need to know about the Luxe Peel, a croton oil peel, including where it comes from, how it works, and why it’s so effective for treating skin concerns like sun spots and wrinkles. Find out what to expect from the procedure, how it compares to a facelift, who makes a good candidate, and the potential risks.  Curious about the r...