Stitches and tricky recoveries are common after rhinoplasty or septoplasty, but a new innovation is changing that. 

The Bstent, created by facial plastic surgeon Dr. Bahman Guyuron, is a suture-free nasal stent designed to make healing simpler and smoother.

Dr. Guyuron shares how years of research and collaboration with engineers led to a smarter post-op solution. Patients can remove the Bstent on their own, and its design helps avoid many typical recovery setbacks.

Now available to surgeons, it’s already earning rave reviews for improving outcomes and easing patient care. Hear what makes the Bstent different and why it’s gaining traction fast.

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Read more about Cleveland plastic surgeon Dr. Bahman Guyuron

Follow Dr. Guyuron on Instagram @bahmanguyuronmd

To learn more about Dr. Bahman Guyuron, listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

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What happens when you put two powerhouse plastic surgeons, Dr. Matthew Nykiel from Newport Beach and Dr. Mark Epstein from Long Island, in a room together? You get an unfiltered deep dive into the ever-evolving world of body contouring, surgical trends, and even some wild in-flight emergency stories.

They break down East Coast vs. West Coast aesthetics, how social media is influencing what people want (and who they go to), and what “balanced body” really means in 2025. 

They get into why fat is no longer the enemy and how that’s changing everything about the body contouring landscape.

Hear why Renuvion skin tightening has become a game changer in their practices, what the next generation of fat-based fillers looks like, and how they feel about the rib reshaping trend.

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Read more about Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel

Read more about Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein

Follow Dr. Nykiel on Instagram @socalplasticsurgeon

Follow Dr. Epstein on Instagram @dr.markepstein

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

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Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel and Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein discuss the next generation of fat-based fillers (like alloClae)—and yes, it’s real human fat, processed, sterile, and ready to inject.

But that’s not all. From fat to bones, we’re also talking about rib reshaping, an emerging trend that’s pushing the limits of what’s possible in aesthetic surgery.

Links

Read more about Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel

Read more about Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein

Follow Dr. Nykiel on Instagram @socalplasticsurgeon

Follow Dr. Epstein on Instagram @dr.markepstein

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel and Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein explain why Renuvion skin tightening has changed how they do body contouring forever—and how it could change your results too.

Links

Read more about Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel

Read more about Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein

Follow Dr. Nykiel on Instagram @socalplasticsurgeon

Follow Dr. Epstein on Instagram @dr.markepstein

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Fat used to be the enemy… now it’s the real MVP. 

Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel and Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein discuss how weight loss with GLP-1s and new perspectives on fat are totally rewriting the rules of body contouring.

Links

Read more about Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel

Read more about Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein

Follow Dr. Nykiel on Instagram @socalplasticsurgeon

Follow Dr. Epstein on Instagram @dr.markepstein

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel and Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein break down the major regional and cultural differences in body contouring trends on the West Coast vs. the East Coast. 

Learn why social media shapes which surgeons people choose and what “balanced body” really means in 2025.

Links

Read more about Newport Beach plastic surgeon Dr. Matthew Nykiel

Read more about Long Island plastic surgeon Dr. Mark Epstein

Follow Dr. Nykiel on Instagram @socalplasticsurgeon

Follow Dr. Epstein on Instagram @dr.markepstein

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Portland aesthetic PA Colleen Phillips introduces the Luxe Peel, a powerful chemical peel that smooths and rejuvenates the eye area. The peel can also treat sun damage and fine lines on the full face.

Colleen shares benefits, healing tips and more.

Read more about Portland aesthetic injector Colleen Phillips, PA-C

Follow MD Beauty Lab on Instagram @mdbeautylab


Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast.
Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

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Sculptra is not your typical filler—it’s a collagen-stimulating treatment that delivers long-lasting, natural-looking results, but it’s not an overnight fix. Unlike traditional fillers that simply add volume, Sculptra works by rebuilding your skin’s own collagen, helping to restore lost structure and firmness over time. 

Portland aesthetic injector Colleen Phillips, PA-C explains how Sculptra works, the typical treatment plan, why it’s not a last-minute treatment, and the surprising areas beyond the face where it can make a difference.

Read more about Portland aesthetic injector Colleen Phillips, PA-C

Follow MD Beauty Lab on Instagram @mdbeautylab


Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

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The Luxe Peel is a powerful deep peel that goes where lasers and fillers can’t, delivering a total skin reset.

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien explains what happens before, during, and after this game-changing treatment, and how it compares to a facelift.

Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien

Follow Dr. O'Brien's practice on Instagram @portlandplasticsurgerygroup

To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Kim Laudati is the founder of SomaCell, a non-invasive skin tightening treatment that’s catching on in the medical aesthetics world. Unlike lasers or radiofrequency treatments, SomaCell uses acoustic wave therapy — a heat-free approach that’s safe, gentle, and works on all skin types and tones.

Find out why this treatment skips the side effects and downtime of traditional methods, how many sessions it takes to see results, and when SomaCell might be coming to a clinic near you.

Learn more about SomaCell

Follow Kim on Instagram @klaskinpro

Follow SomaCell on Instagram @somacellskin

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Dr. Shannon O’Brien shares why the Luxe Peel (also known as the Croton Oil Peel) is becoming a go-to for treating deep wrinkles, sun spots, and even mild skin laxity.

Plus, see jaw-dropping before-and-after results from a real patient!

Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien

Follow Dr. O'Brien's practice on Instagram @portlandplasticsurgerygroup

To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Skin experts are raving about the Luxe Peel, a type of chemical peel with active ingredients croton oil and phenol, but what makes it so powerful? Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien explains its history, why it’s different from other peels, and what kind of results you can expect.

Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien

Follow Dr. O'Brien's practice on Instagram @portlandplasticsurgerygroup

To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula explains how going from a G cup to a D cup not only helped this patient get perky, youthful breasts but also eliminated the pain and discomfort of heavy breasts.

Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula

Follow Dr. Zegzula on Instagram @danzman_md

To learn more about Dr. Dan Zegzula, listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Can breast implants affect your speed and endurance when running or training?

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula shares the truth about how breast augmentation impacts athletic performance, and why most athletes don't notice a difference!

Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula

Follow Dr. Zegzula on Instagram @danzman_md

To learn more about Dr. Dan Zegzula, listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien breaks down everything you need to know about the Luxe Peel, a croton oil peel, including where it comes from, how it works, and why it’s so effective for treating skin concerns like sun spots and wrinkles.

Find out what to expect from the procedure, how it compares to a facelift, who makes a good candidate, and the potential risks. 

Curious about the results? Watch for a patient case study with dramatic before-and-after transformations!

Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien

Follow Dr. O'Brien's practice on Instagram @portlandplasticsurgerygroup

To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Choosing a plastic surgeon to inject your filler can be safer and lead to better results. Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak explains why the mall may not be your best choice. 

Read more about Baltimore plastic surgeon Dr. Michele Shermak

Follow Dr. Shermak on Instagram @micheleshermakmd

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Did you know breast implants under the muscle can change how you work out—forever? 

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula explains how the pectoral muscle is altered after surgery, why some women struggle with push-ups and bench presses, and why he prefers placing implants above the muscle.

Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula

Follow Dr. Zegzula on Instagram @danzman_md

To learn more about Dr. Dan Zegzula, listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

During a facial rejuvenation consultation with Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O’Brien, she will discuss all options, from non-surgical treatments to facelift surgery, and answer all your questions. Hear what to expect during a consultation and pre-op visit.

Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon O'Brien

Follow Dr. O'Brien's practice on Instagram @portlandplasticsurgerygroup

To learn more about Dr. Shannon O'Brien, listen to her episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula explains what happens after breast augmentation surgery, when he has patients follow up him after surgery. and what to expect at these follow-up appointments.

Hear an overview of the recovery phases after augmentation, including the timeline for final results. Find out what the mysterious concept of "drop and fluff” actually means.

Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Dan Zegzula 

Follow Dr. Zegzula on Instagram @danzman_md

To learn more about Dr. Dan Zegzula, listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis

Breast reconstruction doesn't always mean implants. Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch explains how he reassures and educates patients during breast reconstruction consultations and the growing popularity of flat closure, the Goldilocks procedure, and other options.

Read more about Portland plastic surgeon Dr. Kyle Baltrusch
Follow Dr. Baltrusch's practice on Instagram @portlandplasticsurgerygroup
To learn more about Dr. Kyle Baltrusch, listen to his episode of Meet The Doctor

Where Before Meets After brings credible, accurate information about plastic surgery, aesthetic procedures and treatments to the researching audience from trusted plastic surgeons and aesthetic professionals.

For more information about being a guest or sponsor of Where Before Meets After, visit wherebeforemeetsafter.com. If you're a doctor or an aesthetic professional and have ever thought about doing your own podcast, you can try podcasting for free on our Meet the Doctor podcast. Schedule your recording session at meetthedoctorpodcast.com.

Where Before Meets After is a production of The Axis