Lipstick & Lipo: Your Unfiltered Guide to Plastic Surgery
Join us, two Board-Certified female Plastic Surgeons, as we discuss all things plastic surgery, beauty, and wellness. No topic is off-limits. Our mission is to provide you with accurate information and educate in a real, approachable, and relatable way. Dr. Smita R. Ramanadham is a double-board certified plastic surgeon in private solo practice in NJ and Dr. Ashley Amalfi is a board certified plastic surgeon in private practice in Rochester, NY. We share a love and passion for plastic surgery, mentorship, women in surgery, and, fashion (of course!)! Our friendship has been so natural and organic that it only made sense that we would start this adventure together. We hope you enjoy these episodes as much as we enjoyed making them!
Episodes

Thursday Aug 29, 2024
Thursday Aug 29, 2024
In order to help you heal and support the breast during healing, your surgeon will often place you in a surgical bra. This provides extra support during this time. This episode is all about bras, bras, bras.

Friday Aug 23, 2024
Friday Aug 23, 2024
Anyone who has liposuction is placed in compression garments. This helps healing and the best results. Tune in to learn more about garments and what you should expect after surgery.

Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Thursday Aug 08, 2024
Dr. Amalfi and Dr. Smita have a brand new episode for you and this is a good one! This entire series is dedicated to removing some of the stigma surrounding surgical equipment often needed for your surgery or recovery. Today is all about the dreaded drain, which is actually not very scary. If you are our spotify listeners, this is a series you want to watch on Youtube!

Friday Jul 26, 2024
Friday Jul 26, 2024
These questions come up every single time after surgery. This is a must watch if you are planning or have just had surgery. Tune in to Lipstick and Lipo and don't forget to subscribe! Did you know you can also find Dr. Smita and Dr. Amalfi on Spotify?

Thursday Jul 18, 2024
Thursday Jul 18, 2024
This is a question you need the answer to while you are planning your surgery. Time off of work is important to plan in advance. Tune in!

Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
We are continuing our series dedicated to your caretakers. After surgery, we need help in order to recover our best. This episode specifically discusses what your caretaker should know to help you heal the best.

Monday Jul 01, 2024
Monday Jul 01, 2024
We continue our series all for caretakers. The role of your caretaker is so important in creating a safe environment for you to heal your best and have a smooth recovery after surgery. This episode is all about abdominal surgery including abdominoplasty, mini and reverse tummy tucks, and liposuction of the abdomen. Show this to whoever is helping you after surgery!

Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
The role of your caretaker is very important in your recovery after surgery. In this series we discuss the best way they can prepare for your surgery so that your recovery is as smooth as possible. This week, we start with breast surgery. If you are planning on having surgery, this is the perfect series to share with your loved ones that you've enlisted to help with your recovery.

Friday Jun 14, 2024
Friday Jun 14, 2024
The internal bra is actually best used in these instances. It is a great option for revision breast surgery or complex surgery. It's vital to go to experienced surgeons that are well-versed in these techniques and procedures.

Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Can the internal bra be used if you've never had breast surgery before? Watch this video to find out! Dr. Amalfi and Dr Smita discuss if this is an option and in which cases it could be helpful.