Recovery Episodes
Jan. 21, 2025
Life After Body Lift: What to Expect
Imagine finally seeing the results of your weight loss journey without extra skin. Body lift surgery isn’t just about removing extra skin, it’s about finally seeing the finish line.
San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Johan Brahme explains how body lift...
Jan. 2, 2025
Life After Facelift: What to Expect
The goal of a facelift isn’t to rewind the clock 30 years—it’s to help you look like the best version of yourself.
Most people have a “What did I just do?!” moment after surgery. It’s totally normal. Recovery can feel like a rollercoaster at first,...
Dec. 17, 2024
Why Scars are a Trade-Off You Won’t Regret
Plastic surgeons adeptly minimize scarring with small, precisely hidden incisions, but there’s always a balance between scar visibility and achieving the best results.
San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Hector Salazar-Reyes explains this balance, sharing...
Nov. 19, 2024
Top 3 San Diego Hotels for Cosmetic Surgery Recovery
Picking the right place to recover after plastic surgery is key to a smooth, stress-free experience.
Whether you're traveling from out of town or just need a peaceful spot away from home, Dr. Salazar talks through some of the best hotel options in...
Sept. 17, 2024
The 1 Thing You Can’t Live Without After Plastic Surgery
Now that Regina and Alexis have each shared their individual before and after stories, they’re together to recap what happened and how their plastic surgery experiences continue to impact their lives.
For anyone considering plastic surgery, hear...
March 7, 2024
Breast Augmentation Recovery: Plastic Surgeon Explains What To Expect
It might be your first time getting a breast augmentation, but it’s by no means our first time! From your first phone call to your pre-op appointment, we tell you exactly what to expect so there are no surprises.
Filling us in on all things breast...
March 5, 2024
HD Lipo: What is it & who is it for? Plastic Surgeon Explains
Sharing his unique expertise with HD Lipo, Dr. Hector Salazar explains how this technique eliminates stubborn areas of fat, and highlights your natural muscle definition.
Combining his artistic eye with his rich knowledge of anatomy, Dr. Salazar uses...
Sept. 19, 2023
Patient Kaylie: My Skinny BBL Experience + Tips For Fast Recovery
As a hairdresser, Kaylie sees herself in the mirror all day every day. For many years, she relied on trickery with clothing to hide her “square” backside, wearing baggy tops and short shorts to give the illusion of curves and draw attention to her...
Nov. 15, 2022
Life After Breast Implant Removal: What to Expect
Plastic surgeon Dr. Luke Swistun has helped hundreds of women with breast implant removal and is deeply experienced with breast implant illness patients. In this podcast, we talk about what you might experience immediately after surgery, how much pain...
Aug. 16, 2022
Swollen, Bloated, and Puffy with Kathleen Lisson
Lymphatic massage expert Kathleen Lisson explains the important role of your ~800 lymph nodes in post-op recovery. If the lymphatic system is disrupted or overwhelmed, which can occur with plastic surgery, lymphatic massage, or manual lymphatic...