Lipstick & Lipo: Your Unfiltered Guide to Plastic Surgery

Understanding Facial Aging & Filler Placement | A Look at Emily Blunt

Devil Wears Prada fans are buzzing about Emily Blunt's recent red carpet appearances while filming the sequel.
She looks different, and it's the perfect opportunity to discuss facial aging and proper filler placement.
As huge fans of both Emily and the original movie, we're using her transformation to teach you about facial contours and how we age from the triangle-to-square pattern to why treating the lower face makes everything worse.
Understanding facial anatomy is essential for natural results, regardless of your resources.
What You'll Learn:
Why understanding facial contours is critical for natural results.
How to identify when filler has distorted normal facial anatomy.
Essential credentialing to look for in an injector (board certified plastic surgeon, dermatologist, or facial plastic surgeon).
The "look at the staff" rule for choosing an injector.
Why repeatedly getting filler resets your perception of "normal".
Options for dissolving filler if facial contours have been lost.
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Connect with Dr. Ashley Amalfi:
Website - https://www.quatela.com/about/our-surgeons/dr-ashley-n-amalfi/
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Website - https://www.drsmita.com/
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Recovery Q&A Part 3: Compression, Scar Tissue & Sedation

We're wrapping up our Recovery Q&A series with Part 3!
In this episode, we answer three important questions:
How does compression actually make fluid go away?
What should you do about scar tissue forming along your incision?
And is it safe to use conscious sedation with Valium for in-office procedures?
We talk through the science behind compression garments, the normal scar healing process, and why a little medication can make your experience so much better.
What You'll Learn:
-How compression garments prevent excessive swelling and fluid buildup.
-The timeline for lymphatic massage after surgery.
-Understanding normal scar formation vs. problematic scarring.
-The benefits of conscious sedation for in-office procedures.
-Why anxiety management matters for your surgical experience.
Do you have more recovery questions? Send a message on Instagram ! Don't forget to subscribe which helps more people find our show and also makes sure you don't miss an episode. We have more Q&A episodes coming your way!
Connect with Dr. Ashley Amalfi:
Website - https://www.quatela.com/about/our-surgeons/dr-ashley-n-amalfi/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drashleyamalfi/
 
Connect with Dr. Smita Ramanadham:
Website - https://www.drsmita.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thedrsmita/

Recovery Q&A Part 2: Mommy Makeovers & Pregnancy After Surgery

We're back with Part 2 of our Recovery Q&A series! In this episode, we tackle two questions we get all the time: Should you split a mommy makeover into separate surgeries (and are your surgeons too tired to do multiple procedures)?
What You'll Learn:
Why combining procedures in a mommy makeover is actually safer.
How surgeons manage energy and focus during longer procedures.
Anesthesia time guidelines and safety considerations.
What happens to your body if you get pregnant after a tummy tuck.
Whether you'll need a revision surgery after pregnancy.
Why some patients maintain perfect results even after surprise pregnancies.
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Recovery Q&A Part 1: Work Timelines & Post-Op Soreness

We're kicking off a new Q&A series all about recovery! In this episode, we tackle two of your most common questions: how soon can you realistically get back to work after surgery, and is it normal to still feel sore at two weeks post-op? We break down what to expect and why your whole body needs time to heal.
What You'll Learn:
Realistic work return timelines for breast surgery vs. tummy tuck.
Why soreness at 2 weeks (and beyond) is totally normal.
How your whole body heals from surgery, not just the surgical site.
What factors affect your personal recovery timeline.
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The Era of Transparency in Plastic Surgery: Barbara Corcoran Opens Up

We're living in the era of transparency in plastic surgery, and we're here for it! Shark Tank's Barbara Corcoran just revealed she's had three facelifts and earlobe filler, and she looks amazing. We discuss why celebrities in the spotlight maintain their results differently than most of us would, and what it really means to age gracefully with a little help.
What You'll Learn:
Why plastic surgery doesn't stop the clock and what maintenance really means.
The difference between optimizing your look vs. transforming it.
When the best time is to start facial rejuvenation.
What earlobe filler is and why it's the secret weapon you didn't know about.
How being in the spotlight changes the approach to maintaining results.
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Holiday Plastic Surgery Timeline: What You Need to Know

The holidays are right around the corner and we're discussing the perfect timeline for procedures so you look and feel your best for all those holiday parties.
From major surgery to quick glow-up facials, we're covering what you can do at every stage leading up to your events.
What You'll Learn:
The ideal timeline for facial surgery before the holidays.
When to schedule Botox based on whether you're a regular patient or first-timer.
Why fillers need 2-4 weeks before events to allow for swelling The two-week rule before important events.
Why bruising can happen even to experienced patients.
Last-minute options like light chemical peels and hydrafacials for that holiday glow.
Why the week after Christmas is actually the busiest time for surgery.
Are you doing anything to refresh before the holidays? Tell us what you're planning in the comments!
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Part 3 of Breast Surgery Q&A: Small Reductions and Getting Back to the Gym

We're wrapping up your breast surgery questions! This time we're tackling small reductions with lifts and when you can get back to intense workouts like assisted pull-ups. Your specific fitness questions answered.
What You'll Learn:
How you can go down one cup size sometimes with just a lift (no tissue removal).
The gradient between lifts and reductions - it's a spectrum.
When you can do assisted pull-ups after breast surgery.
The 6-week mark and how to gradually ramp back up to your workout routine.
Why you should never push through pain after surgery.
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Part 2 Breast Surgery Questions: Mesh, Internal Bras, and Mastectomy Reconstruction

We're back answering your real breast surgery questions! This time we're tackling mesh use, internal bras with lifts, and mastectomy reconstruction - all the super specific technical questions you've been asking about.
What You'll Learn:
Whether using mesh on only one breast causes long-term asymmetry issues
If you can get an internal bra at the same time as a breast lift.
Why we prefer symmetrical procedures even when only one side needs correction.
Our latest approach to mastectomy reconstruction (over vs under the muscle).
How technology has evolved to allow less invasive techniques with better results.
Why auto augmentation with internal bra works well for smaller lifts.
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Breast Implant Deep Dive Part 1: Viewers Questions Answered

We have compiled all your questions, starting with the first segment about breast implants.
From dual plane confusion to teardrop implant disappoint, we're talking about the technical details you actually want to know and explaining why implant technology has evolved so much that old ways of doing things might not apply anymore.
What You'll Learn:
What dual plane implants actually are.
Will going up 5 cc's make any visible difference in your results?
The truth about teardrop implants.
Why putting implants in after a breast reduction is unpredictable.
Why finding a surgeon who evolves with technology is important.
We love receiving your questions. We will continue to do these types of videos so make sure to send us a DM on Instagram with your questions!
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Labiaplasty: Function, Comfort, and Confidence

There's a lot of hesitation and judgment around labiaplasty, but we perform these procedures multiple times per week and see incredible transformations.
Many women are scared to talk to their doctors about this or get brushed off. We want to end the stigma by sharing the real reasons patients choose this procedure.
What You'll Learn:
Why patients often get brushed off by other healthcare providers who say "it's all normal".
What labiaplasty actually involves (it's simpler than you think). -Why this has one of the highest patient satisfaction rates in plastic surgery.
The difference between labia minora and majora concerns.
Why patients rarely need long-term follow-up after this procedure.
Why this procedure spans all age groups from post-pregnancy to post-menopause.
We know this is one of your favorite topics so drop your labiaplasty questions on the Lipstick and Lipo Instagram page we'll keep addressing your concerns!
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