Straight Talk about Cosmetic Surgery with Dr. Arthur Perry

You don't have to look far to see overdone plastic surgery. Some people go so far as to become freakish. On today's show, we discuss how American cosmetic surgery has gone "big" compared to European cosmetic surgery. And we discuss how artistic plastic surgeons try to help you look better...more natural...and less like you've been "done". Tune in.

Facelifts are increasingly popular. But they are not without risk. Minor or even major bleeding can occur after this procedure. Plastic surgeons have used drains, tight dressings and tranexamic acid have been used to control bleeding but the most important factor (other than good surgical technique) is excellent blood pressure control - during and after the procedure. On this show, we discuss the methods plastic surgeons use to control bleeding with facelift surgery. We also discussed the multitude of procedures that have been developed to make aging ears look better.

Plastic surgery is filled with procedures that are costly but provide incredible improvements in appearance. And then there are lower cost procedures that make a huge impact in appearance - I call those the biggest bang for your buck procedures. On this show, we discuss mole removal, liposuction of the neck and jowls, chin implants, the CO2 facial laser, and Wrinkle filler, with a an honorable mention to breast lifting and laser removal of women's chin hair. Tune in.

By the time you hit your fifties, you begin to show the signs of aging. It starts with a few fine wrinkles and then some splotchy pigmentation. Then you see the jowls and finally - the turkey gobbler! On this podcast, we discuss facial rejuvenation - from skincare to microdermabrasion to minor procedures like Botox and fillers... and ultimately to facelifting. Tune in

Breast reductions are one of a few procedures that have medical, as well as cosmetic benefits. You'll look better, your clothing will fit better, and your back and neck strain and other issues will improve. On this podcast, we discuss breast reduction surgery as well as the surgical routine and risks.

As a plastic surgeon, I am asked to look at and biopsy various skin "lesions". They're obvious to you and me and most people are anxious to have these removed. But what about all those "things" that lurk inside your body. Cancers, malformations, cholesterol plaques and expanding arteries can all kill you. Prenuvo is an MRI company that specializes in "preventive MRIs" that let you know about things inside your body that might impact your health in upcoming years. Dr. Perry had this scan earlier in the week and he sat down with the radiologist to discuss the surprising things that were found inside his own body... Tune in .

Millions of women have had cosmetic augmentations of their breasts with silicone implants. Eventually, these implants will rupture. Your choices will be to remove the implants, replace the implants, or lift your breasts to improve their shape. On this program, we discuss the dilemma you face and your options. We also interviewed Dr. Dan Durand, the Chief Medical Officer of Prenovo, the company that provides total body MRIs for wellness.

Hyaluronic acid filler is so versatile - it is used to fill wrinkles, plump folds, augment lips, make chins and cheeks larger, and so much more. And when you're 40 or 50, it really can stall the need for a facelift. But eventually, years of filler may give you the "overfilled" look and have diminishing benefits. And that may mean it's time for a facelift. On this program, cohost Susan Warner and Dr. Perry discuss when it's time for a facelift and when filler no longer is helpful.

Different times of the year are better suited for cosmetic surgery. As the temperature cools, recovery is easier. We discuss why autumn may be the best time to have your surgery. We also discuss "do it yourself" plastic surgery. You won't believe the things you can buy on the internet and do to yourself.

Every year, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons compiles statistics on how many cosmetic surgery procedures are performed every year by its members. On today's show, we talk about the most common procedures, and the ones that are gaining or losing popularity.

There are dozens of different facelifts that are performed by different plastic surgeons. Some lift only the skin, most are the two layered "SMAS" lifts, but in vogue are the "deep plane" lifts. The question is whether the riskier deep plane lift is any better than the more popular SMAS lift. On this show, we answer this question. And we also discuss how lips are made bigger and more beautiful, without the "duck lips" look.

Nurses are an important part of plastic surgery. They function in the operating room as assistants and are critical to your recovery after surgery. On this program, we discuss plastic surgery nursing with Sarah Monast and Brianne Gonzalez, two nurses who work at the Greenwich Street Surgical facility in New York City, the largest cosmetic surgery operating facility in the United States.

Rhinoplasty - the nose job - is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures. It is also recognized by plastic surgeons as the most difficult procedure. On this program, Dr. Perry takes you from the consultation to the all-important computer simulation and planning, to the operating room to the removal of your splint. If you're considering a rhinoplasty, listen to this podcast!

In this unusual podcast, Dr. Perry discusses breast reductions. He takes you from the consultation to the operating room to removal of stitches. Buckle your seatbelts and travel with Dr. Perry to more beautiful breasts.

After injury or surgery, you'll have a wound. Humans heal wounds with scar. A goal of plastic surgeons is to create the best scars possible. On this show, we discuss how plastic surgeons make the best scars and what can be done to improve the appearance of scars.

While many women want to "free the nipple", some women have too large nipples and some have barely any projection. But plastic surgeons can fix both of those issues. On this show, we discuss nipple reduction surgery and nipple augmentation with hyaluronic acid filler. With those fixes, women can feel more comfortable in an out of clothing.

Every year, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons publishes the statistics for the most common procedures in plastic surgery. On this show, cohost Susan Warner returns to discuss the procedures that are rising in popularity and those that are fading away. And we discuss whether reviews of plastic surgeons are valid or just fabricated.

Liposuction is the most common procedure in plastic surgery. Dr. Perry has performed thousands of liposuctions since 1985. On this show, we discuss how this procedure is performed and what are the most common areas.

As a plastic surgeon, I love to operate. Helping people look and feel better is a honor. But I met a pig at the Ross Mill Pig Farm in Pennsylvania who was "fat blind". Popo lost 100 pounds and had excess skin covering his eyes. And that made him unhappy. So, I designed an operation to remove the skin from Popo's head- I actually did a brow lift, a facelift, and a rhinoplasty...on a pig! On this show, I describe this unique surgery. And then we segue into rhinoplasties in actual humans...which is the majority of my unusual practice!

Lidocaine is so safe - but it's now "over the counter" in a 4% concentration. But companies are putting as much as 10% lidocaine in products and selling them online. The FDA just issued warning letters to 6 companies that are selling illegal lidocaine products. On today's show, we talk about the dangers of lidocaine and the dangers of hyaluronidase. We also discuss when filler is too much and when it is time to perform a facelift instead of more filler.