Injectables Episodes

What's in store for the future of medical aesthetics? Dr. Bass gives an inside look at where we are right now and his expert predictions. Injectable fillers and neuromodulators began to gain momentum in the 1990’s, and the rate of innovation with these technologies has been expanding ever since. These advances in non-surgical treatments will continue to decrease the need for big restorative surgery and revolutionize aesthetic medicine. As technology continues to improve, we can expect to see the...

The goal of plastic surgery is to create balance and proportion as it creates a natural look, not an extreme one. Most people considering plastic surgery aren’t interested in looking overdone. Some people are willing to accept that they are going to be walking around with telltales that they've had plastic surgery, but most only want a few close friends or family members to know. They want a plastic surgeon who will keep them looking natural while touching up their appearance. Because it’s very ...

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 ...

Rumors are spreading that patients are “over it” when it comes to injectable fillers, but Dr. Bass says that's far from the truth. The core strategy of facial rejuvenation treatments at most stages of aging includes a program of injectable filler treatments. Filler is being used in more areas and more creative ways than ever before to combat the general facial volume loss that accompanies aging. Also, these products are great for features in which there is no better option, like lips that have l...

You know you are not ready for a facelift yet but your face is not looking as youthful as you want. There are many non-surgical options and minimally invasive options that are increasingly important to maintaining appearance if a facelift might be in your future in the next decade. If you are counting down “T-Minus 10 Years” to a facelift or necklift, listen to Dr. Bass review your options to look your best until you are ready to launch a surgical project and to help extend the time until surger...

If you’re avoiding the plastic surgeon’s office for fear of being sold something you might not need, know that it is much easier and more affordable to prevent your face from aging now than it will be to fix it later. Dr. Bass outlines how planning for the future and a great relationship with the right aesthetic provider will give you much more success throughout the years. The first step is finding a provider who you enjoy and trust. This person should be a good listener and have a refined appr...

How plastic surgery adds decades of youth and beauty

How Modern Aesthetic Medicine Has Given Us A Decade of Delay in Facial Aging

Injectable fillers like Restylane, Juvederm and others are a mainstay of facial rejuvenation and have many additional uses for enhancing the youthful face –lip augmentation, cheek augmentation, chin augmentation and liquid rhinoplasty being a few examples. Dr. Bass and guest expert dermatologist Dr. Michael Gold discuss the role of fillers along with some of the trends in new fillers coming to market. Of course, they review the history of fillers to start so you know where we’re going and where ...

Exploring how the neuromodulator landscape is evolving from Botox to Revance

Exploring The Double-Edged Sword of Injectable Fillers in Facial Rejuvenation

Revealing All The Ways Plastic Surgeons Can Beautify Your Lips

A Comparison of Patient Desires in America’s Two Most Coveted Aesthetic Markets

Why More Isn’t Better When Picking Your Plastic Surgeon or Aesthetic Provider

Why Cheap is a Disastrous Parachute with Your Face –Facelift, Laser, Botox, Injectable Fillers

How to Avoid Buyer’s Remorse After a Facelift, Laser, Filler or Botox

Prevention, Maintenance and Restoration Continue

How a multifaceted program of non-surgical treatments rejuvenation can postpone the facelift for a decade

Customization and Ethnic Diversity in Plastic Surgery