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In our interview series, Inside Cosmetic Surgery - An In Depth Look At The Most Popular Procedures, Board Certified doctors from all across the country reveal their candid inside knowledge on the top cosmetic surgery topics.

     • Want to know the difference between body sculpting and body contouring?
     • How about whether or not insurance will cover your eyelid procedure?
     • Still can't figure out whether saline or silicone is right for you?
     • We've got answers to all those questions, plus hundreds more!

Just click on any of the topics below and you get instant access the full audio interviews as well as the transcripts. You can to listen or read them at your leisure. These interviews are filled with valuable inside information to help you make informed decisions.



Post Bariatric Body Contouring – Dr. Robert Shumway

Dr Robert Shumway

Body contouring after massive weight loss is fast becoming one of the most talked about areas of cosmetic surgery. This segment of Inside Cosmetic Surgery speaks to American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery Trustee, Dr. Robert Shumway on the hot topic, Post Bariatric Body Contouring.

Dr. Shumway also touches on the importance of doctor education and patients doing their homework in finding the right surgeon to perform their cosmetic procedure.

Read our "Post Bariatric Body Contouring – Dr. Robert Shumway" interview

Dr. Carey Nease Explains Otoplasty

Dr Carey Nease

Unlike many cosmetic procedures, otoplasty, or cosmetic surgery for the ears, can be performed on patients as young as 5 years old. While often performed to reduce the appearance of protruding ears, otoplasty is more than just ear pinning.

In this edition of Inside Cosmetic Surgery, we speak to Dr. Carey Nease, a facial plastic surgery specialist, about this delicate procedure.

Read our "Dr. Carey Nease Explains Otoplasty" interview

Facial Implants of the Jaw, Cheek and Chin – Dr. Bruce Chisholm

Dr Bruce Chisholm

In this edition of Inside Cosmetic Surgery, we speak with American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery member, Dr. Bruce Chisholm. He specializes in above the neck procedures, and gives us great info on facial implants of the cheek, chin, and jaw areas.

Dr. Chisholm also speaks on the trend of moving away from the tightening and pulling of facelifts, toward re-volumizing particular areas of the face through facial implants and injectable fillers.

Read our "Facial Implants of the Jaw, Cheek and Chin – Dr. Bruce Chisholm" interview

Hair Restoration with Acell and Platelet Rich Plasma – A Webinar With Dr. Gary Hitzig

Dr Gary Hitzig

Here’s an Inside Cosmetic Surgery first: a video! Take a look at this webinar interview we’ve done with Dr. Gary Hitzig, a board certified hair restoration specialist with Prasad Cosmetic Surgery.

Some of the results are so incredible, that you have to see it to believe it!

Dr. Hitzig walks us through the his hair restoration process, which includes the use of extracellular matrix technology (Acell) and platelet rich plasma (PRP), to promote cell duplication instead of scarring.

Read our "Hair Restoration with Acell and Platelet Rich Plasma – A Webinar With Dr. Gary Hitzig" interview

Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon Dr. Nancy Swartz Educates us on Blepharoplasty

Dr Nancy Swartz

Is there anything more sensitive on the human face than our eyes? In this installment of Inside Cosmetic Surgery, we speak with Dr. Nancy Swartz, an ophthalmic plastic surgeon in Philadelphia, about the advantages of seeking a specialist for your cosmetic eye surgery, or blepharoplasty.

Not all cosmetic eye procedures are invasive. Dr. Swartz also talks about the evolution from surgically invasive procedures to now being able to treat many conditions with dermal fillers like Botox or Restylane.

Listen to the full interview, or read through the transcript!

Read our "Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon Dr. Nancy Swartz Educates us on Blepharoplasty" interview

Dr. Marc Cohen on the Importance of Forehead Rejuvenation

Dr Marc Cohen

Inside Cosmetic Surgery speaks with Dr. Mark Cohen about the often overlooked area of the face between the upper eyelids and the hairline: the forehead.

Check out this interview as Dr. Cohen explains how the introduction of hyaluronic acid fillers caused a gradual transition from traditional brow lifts to less invasive forehead rejuvenation.

Read our "Dr. Marc Cohen on the Importance of Forehead Rejuvenation" interview

Dr. Mitchel Goldman Irons Out the Cellulite Removal Myths

Dr Mitchel Goldman

Cellulite is a condition that affects nearly all women! Where does it come from? Why does it appear in women? What kinds of cellulite treatment options are there?
Dr. Mitchel Goldman answers all those questions and more about what you can do to reduce the appearance of cellulite.
Listen to the full interview, or read through the [...]

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Dr. Mark Berman on Stem Cells in Cosmetic Surgery

Dr Mark Berman

This episode of Inside Cosmetic Surgery covers a topic drowning in red tape, controversy, and mixed reviews: Stem Cells. What are stem cells? How are they being used in cosmetic surgery? Why are these tiny objects so highly prized?

Dr. Mark Berman, former president of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery (AACS), answers all these questions and lots more. He tells us why the stem cell facelift involves a lot more than just stem cells and what his organization, The California Stem Cell Treatment Center, is doing with their work on the topic.

Read our "Dr. Mark Berman on Stem Cells in Cosmetic Surgery" interview

Dr. Robert Grafton on The Importance of Hormone Replacement

Dr Robert Grafton

All too often, people explain away certain unpleasant symptoms simply by saying, “It’s just hormones.” In this episode of Inside Cosmetic Surgery, we speak with Dr. Robert Grafton, a plastic surgeon that specializes in hormone therapy. He tells us why Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy is a great addition to our arsenal in combating the signs of aging.

Dr. Grafton also suggests getting to the root of the problem, instead of seeking a quick fix solution. Check out this eye opening interview!

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Dr. John Ferguson on How Technology Helps with Patient Education

Dr John Ferguson

We take you all the way to beautiful Hawaii during this episode of Inside Cosmetic Surgery. We speak with Dr. John Ferguson, of The Ferguson Clinic, about how he uses technology in patient education. Opting for cosmetic surgery is no small decision, and being an informed consumer is one of the best ways we can protect ourselves.

Find out how Dr. Ferguson uses 2D imaging, 3D imaging, and even his iPad, during consultations to take away a lot of patients lingering what ifs.

Read our "Dr. John Ferguson on How Technology Helps with Patient Education" interview