Where Before Meets After: Plastic Surgery Transformations

Breast reduction patients fall into three categories: young women with naturally large breasts, postpartum moms, and women in their late 50’s to 70’s who are now investing in themselves. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula explains why there’s almost no age limit for who can have breast reduction surgery, why someone might not be a good candidate, and what happens if you lose weight after bre...

Getting breast reduction covered by insurance is a challenge. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula explains how he does this every day and has a team of experts who help patients fight for insurance coverage and win. Links Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel Zegzula Follow Dr. Zegzula on Instagram @danzman_md To learn more about Dr. Daniel Zegzula , listen to his episode of Mee...

A successful double bra breast lift result is even more impressive in person. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes shares how his patients are much more confident and radiant after surgery and how he achieves these results. Links Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes Follow Dr. Hayes on Instagram @draustinhayes To learn more about Dr. Austin Hayes , listen to his episode o...

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes explains why some women decline to get breast implants with breast lift surgery. This patient felt like she always needed a bra for support, struggled to find bathing suit options due to lack of support, and felt uncomfortable wearing certain clothes without a bra. Any time he hears these three complaints, Dr. Hayes believes a lift is a good solution. He c...

You don't have to wait until it’s time for a facelift to treat facial aging anymore. Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi explains how the treatment of facial aging has evolved over the last 20 years with the innovations of new technologies, techniques and non-surgical options. Links Read more about Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi Follow Dr. Movassaghi on Instagram @drkiyamovassag...

For facial fat grafting, hear why Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez prefers transferring fat under the dermis rather than above and explains his unique approach. Links Read more about Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez Follow Dr. Rodriguez on Instagram @cosmeticsurg Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures...

What can be done to prevent capsular contracture? Hear how the no-touch technique using the Keller Funnel helps & what the best practices are for avoiding this dreaded complication with New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Schaffner. Links Read more about New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Schaffner Follow Dr. Schaffner on Instagram @dradamschaffner Where Before Meets After brings credib...

While the lips are the most popular placement for dermal fillers, there are other parts of the face that can benefit from them. Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak explains other common areas she uses fillers to help patients achieve their goals. Links Read more about Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak Follow Dr. Shermak on Instagram @micheleshermakmd Where Before Meets After...

How do you know if you need a breast lift at the same time as your breast augmentation? San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus explains how to figure it out. Links Read more about San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus Follow Dr. Gallus on Instagram @restoresdplasticsurgery Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and...

Lots of factors affect how plastic surgery incisions heal. Dr. Brannon Claytor explains how he takes extra care of patients prone to challenges during scar healing and tells us about the Brijjit, a simple but powerful innovation for speedy healing. Links Read more about Philadelphia plastic surgeon Dr. Brannon Claytor Follow Dr. Claytor on Instagram @claytorplasticsurgery Where Before Meets After...

All breast augmentation incisions come with scars, but there are ways to speed up healing and prevent complications with wound healing. Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Cohen shares his insights on the different incision approaches. Links Read more about Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Cohen Follow Dr. Cohen on Instagram @andrewcohenmd Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate informat...

Since the 1970's, breast implants have come a long way. Hear the brief the history of breast implants and how they have evolved to be safer and look more natural with Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr. David Levens. Links Read more about Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr. David Levens Follow Dr. Levens on Instagram @drdavidjlevens Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about...

The breast implant sizing process is everything. Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Urmen Desai tells us why he prefers going into surgery with the exact implant size he and his patient agreed upon ahead of time, rather than varying mid-surgery. Links Read more about Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Urmen Desai Follow Dr. Desai on Instagram @desaiplasticsurgery Where Before Meets After brings cred...

Find out whether the BBL era is over or fat transfer to the buttocks is alive and well from New York plastic surgeon Dr. Maria LoTempio. Links Read more about New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Maria LoTempio Follow Dr. LoTempio on Instagram @drlotempionyc Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching aud...

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes uses the superior medial pedicle technique to control breast size and maximize lifting. This technique requires some tissue removal, leading to a decrease in bra size. There is some flexibility, but Dr. Hayes prioritizes breast shape, patient safety and long-term results. Links Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes Follow Dr. Hayes on I...

There's a perfect breast surgeon for every patient, depending on their goals and the doctor's approach. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes shares his tips on how to find the right breast surgeon and explains his specific techniques that patients find him for. Links Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes Follow Dr. Hayes on Instagram @draustinhayes To learn more about Dr....

In some breast augmentation surgeries, especially revisions, mesh support like GalaFLEX is used to stimulate collagen beneath the implant like the underwire of a bra to strengthen the area over time.  WIth the double bra breast lift, Dr. Hayes’ innovative technique secures the fold for a longer lasting breast lift and doesn’t need mesh to deliver great results. Links Read more about Portland plast...

A traditional breast lift doesn’t do much to strengthen the fold, causing the breast tissue to fall below it and the scar to ride up over time. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes’ pioneering new method of securing the fold with his double bra breast lift delivers secure, long-lasting results. Links Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Austin Hayes Follow Dr. Hayes on Instagram @drau...

Facelift surgery techniques depend on the patient’s needs. Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi explains the approaches. Links Read more about Eugene plastic surgeon Dr. Kiya Movassaghi Follow Dr. Movassaghi on Instagram @drkiyamovassaghi Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from...

Hear how the results of the lip lift surgery impact the overall appearance of the face and whether scars are noticeable, with Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez. Links  Read more about Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Ricardo Rodriguez Follow Dr. Rodriguez on Instagram @cosmeticsurg Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures...

Find out how long breast implants last, hear why breast imaging after augmentation is important and how often it is recommended, and learn the most common reasons for breast revision surgery with New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Schaffner. Links Read more about New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Adam Schaffner Follow Dr. Schaffner on Instagram @dradamschaffner Where Before Meets After brings...

Revealing her favorite injectable filler for lips, Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak explains how long lip filler lasts and how it is different from filler used for other areas of the face. Links Read more about Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak Follow Dr. Shermak on Instagram @micheleshermakmd Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic sur...

Women considering breast augmentation usually ask “what size is right for me?” San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus explains how to find a breast implant size that fits both your frame and your goals. Links Read more about San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Katerina Gallus Follow Dr. Gallus on Instagram @restoresdplasticsurgery Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information abo...

What's the first question most women ask in a breast augmentation consultation? Here's how to decide which type of breast implant is best for you with Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Cohen. Links Read more about Encino plastic surgeon Dr. Andrew Cohen Follow Dr. Cohen on Instagram @andrewcohenmd Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic proce...

Wondering if you can get rid of excess breast tissue and lift droopy breasts at the same time? Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr. David Levens explains his approach to breast reduction and lift. Links Read more about Coral Springs plastic surgeon Dr. David Levens Follow Dr. Levens on Instagram @drdavidjlevens Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aest...