Body Surgery Episodes

After pregnancy, the body's changes are rarely uniform — which means the surgical plan can't be either. Dr. Bass and returning guest Dr. Munique Maia walk through the two core areas a mommy makeover addresses: the abdomen and the breasts. For the abdomen, they cover how a full tummy tuck works — correcting diastasis, removing excess skin, and including liposuction for the waist and flanks — and when a mini approach, a simple C-section scar release, or non-invasive skin tightening is the bette...

Your “beauty lens” is the way you focus on the features that truly matter to you—not your surgeon, not your friends, not Instagram. Dr. Bass explains why zeroing in on the concerns that consistently bother you (the ones you notice in the mirror every day, not just in a random selfie) leads to better results and greater satisfaction. He shares how to use your surgeon as a reality check, when to tackle one area versus a full makeover, and why outside opinions should be weighed, but never control...

Looking your best isn’t just about quick fixes—it’s about a plan that lasts, not just one round of correction but a sequence of just the right things. Dr. Bass shares his “infinity plan,” starting with the essentials: fundamental products like sunscreen and skincare, and universally effective treatments such as neuromodulators and fillers. He also spotlights the long-lasting game changers, from eyelid surgery to tummy tucks. The right mix of consistent care and durable procedures keeps you lo...

Thinking about removing your breast implants? Here is the latest information to know about capsulectomy, the surgery to remove the scar tissue that forms around implants. The latest research and professional society consensus statements inform decisionmaking. Dr. Bass breaks down the four types of capsulectomy and when each one makes sense.. He also explains why the most aggressive option—en bloc capsulectomy—is only recommended when there’s a confirmed or suspected implant-associated cancer. ...

Dr. Douglas Steinbrech joins Dr. Bass to discuss his game-changing concept of body banking. Instead of tossing out fat after liposuction, body banking preserves it and strategically reinjects it into areas like the chest, shoulders, arms, or buttocks to enhance your shape and keep your body in balance. It’s not just about taking fat away. It’s about sculpting, reshaping, and maximizing what you already have. This technique can also reduce the risk of that frustrating post-lipo “rebound fat,” wh...

While men may not call it “beauty,” they’re still focused on their appearance and the image they project. Many want to recapture how they looked when they had more time for the gym or before genetics started making changes. New York plastic surgeon Dr. Douglas Steinbrech, a specialist in male plastic surgery, joins Dr. Bass to discuss what procedures men want most, how their approach to plastic surgery differs from women’s, and why techniques must be tailored to male anatomy. Dr. Steinbrech’s ...

If you have had a cosmetic procedure and wish it could be undone, or if you are considering a cosmetic procedure but afraid you'll regret it, there are options for going back. There are options available if you don't love the outcome after most procedures. Implants and fillers can be changed, and it is possible to rework other cosmetic procedures. Brazilian butt lifts and other fat grafting shaping procedures can be treated with liposuction like techniques to go in reverse. Trends in appearance ...

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Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in the United States. Still, controversy surrounds breast implants and their safety. In October, 2021, the FDA issued new regulations regarding breast implants and their use. Dr. Bass lays out the new regulations and some of the motivations that led to them. What is a black box warning? What should you know before deciding if breast augmentation or breast reconstruction with a breast implant is right for you? Dr. Bass hel...

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