Author: Restore SD Plastic Surgery

Podcast – Life After Rhinoplasty: What to Expect

Listen: Watch: Learn just what to expect during rhinoplasty recovery, from when the cast comes off and how you’ll look and feel in those early weeks to the stages of seeing your results shine through. Expect major swelling and a slow reveal. Final results can take up to a year, so patience is key. Trust […]

Podcast: A Bigger Butt With Someone Else’s Fat?

Listen: Watch: Instead of borrowing your own fat, AlloClae uses donor fat—yep, borrowed from someone else—and people are seriously loving it. Naturally, Dr. G and Bri had to explain why this treatment is such a big deal. You’ll get the lowdown on how recovery, cost, and results stack up against traditional fat transfer and why […]

Podcast – Breathe Better, Be Better: What You Need to Know Before Rhinoplasty

Listen: Watch: Rhinoplasty: it’s not about fitting a mold—it’s about harmony and function. Since “natural” means something different to everyone, Dr. Chao and Bri discuss how she sets expectations before nose surgery. On the technical side, Dr. Chao shares how she borrows cartilage (even frozen rib!) to fix broken noses, why honoring ethnic features matters […]

Podcast: Biggest Fears About Anesthesia (And Why They’re Overblown)

Listen: Watch: Anesthesia sounds scary, but it’s really not—as long as you’re in safe, trusted hands. Before surgery, ask ALL the anesthesia questions (seriously, peace of mind goes a long way). And here’s a pro tip: don’t hide your medical history. We will find out, and it only makes things more complicated for you, your […]

Podcast – Life After Facelift: What to Expect

Listen: Watch: Find out what to expect during facelift recovery from day one—think swelling, elastic headbands, and being a princess for a week. Hear how long you’ll be looking like a “cute little q-tip” as Bri says, how Dr. Chao manages post-op pain, and why you’ll need to swap glamour for a stylish recovery hat […]

Podcast – Before You Book: What to Expect During a Plastic Surgery Consultation

Listen: Watch: Forget the mystery. Here’s your all-access preview to what really happens when you sit down for a plastic surgery consultation. Dr. G and patient coordinator Ava break down what to expect during that first meeting: why your medical history matters more than you think, how long you should be at a stable weight […]

Podcast: The Truth About Deep Plane Facelifts

Listen: Watch: Everything you need to know about deep plane facelifts—yes, like Kris Jenner’s. Dr. Janet Chao and Bri debate why younger women are ditching filler and turning to facelifts (hello, Ozempic face), why the deep plane technique is the gold standard, and why “mini” facelifts are basically a waste of time. Don’t bother asking […]

Podcast: Buh-Bye Bat Wings! The Secret to Snatched Sleeveless Arms

Listen: Watch: Thinking about tackling your arms? Whether it’s loose skin or just a bit of “extra chub” (Dr. G’s words, not ours), this is your go-to guide if you’re dreaming of those Michelle Obama arms. Dr. G doesn’t mess around with arm lift surgery. She lipos the entire arm and trims off the extra […]

Podcast: A Bigger BBL Isn’t Better (Unless You’re Into That)

Watch: Listen: PSA: If you’re a tiny little stick, you do not need 1000ccs in each cheek, so don’t go to someone who’s about to do that. In this no-BS convo, Dr. G and Bri tell the truth about the BBL—how to find a legit surgeon, how much fat actually sticks around, and how long […]

Podcast – Breast Implant Buzzkill: Breaking Down Capsular Contracture

Listen: Watch: Did you catch Doja Cat’s breast implant mishap? Because capsular contracture affects some women with breast implants, Dr. G and Bri discuss the not-so-glamorous side of breast augmentation: what capsular contracture is, why it happens, and how it can be prevented or treated. Motiva implants are getting a lot of attention lately for […]