You've found the longest running plastic surgery podcast in the USA! New York plastic surgeon Dr. Arthur Perry brings 3 decades of surgical experience to educate and entertain. Informative and a little off-beat, "Straight Talk about Cosmetic Surgery" has been a mainstay of New York radio since 2005. Listen and learn about American's favorite topic - no…not baseball…not sex…but cosmetic surgery and your appearance.
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Elevating Wholeness serves minority women with a knowing perspective on the challenges they face. Guests provide coping strategies for career adjustment, management of life demands, and the resolution of difficult relationships. Hosted by Dr. Tracee Perryman, Elevating Wholeness is here to help its audience know when mental health treatment is necessary and identifies alternatives to opioid use and abuse through self-medication. Each episode features distinguished minority and faith-based me ...
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Each week we share real therapy sessions with actual clients that reveal helpful techniques for effectively dealing with Anxiety, OCD, Depression and Stress. I’m your host Dr. Maggie Perry, a licensed psychologist with a doctorate degree in clinical psychology. I am also the founder of the online group therapy platform Huddle.care. Contact: tellmewhatyoureproudof@gmail.com
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Lasers (light energy) are commonly used tools in plastic surgery. The CO2 laser destroys wrinkles and brown spots. The YAG laser erases capillaries and cherry angiomas. The diode laser vaporizes hair. And other energy devices like Ultherapy (sound energy) can lift brows and jowls and tighten crepey skin. On this show, we discuss the different types…
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You don't have to look far to see overdone plastic surgery. Some people go so far as to become freakish. On today's show, we discuss how American cosmetic surgery has gone "big" compared to European cosmetic surgery. And we discuss how artistic plastic surgeons try to help you look better...more natural...and less like you've been "done". Tune in.…
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Facelifts are increasingly popular. But they are not without risk. Minor or even major bleeding can occur after this procedure. Plastic surgeons have used drains, tight dressings and tranexamic acid have been used to control bleeding but the most important factor (other than good surgical technique) is excellent blood pressure control - during and …
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Plastic surgery is filled with procedures that are costly but provide incredible improvements in appearance. And then there are lower cost procedures that make a huge impact in appearance - I call those the biggest bang for your buck procedures. On this show, we discuss mole removal, liposuction of the neck and jowls, chin implants, the CO2 facial …
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By the time you hit your fifties, you begin to show the signs of aging. It starts with a few fine wrinkles and then some splotchy pigmentation. Then you see the jowls and finally - the turkey gobbler! On this podcast, we discuss facial rejuvenation - from skincare to microdermabrasion to minor procedures like Botox and fillers... and ultimately to …
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Breast reductions are one of a few procedures that have medical, as well as cosmetic benefits. You'll look better, your clothing will fit better, and your back and neck strain and other issues will improve. On this podcast, we discuss breast reduction surgery as well as the surgical routine and risks.…
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Millions of women have had cosmetic augmentations of their breasts with silicone implants. Eventually, these implants will rupture. Your choices will be to remove the implants, replace the implants, or lift your breasts to improve their shape. On this program, we discuss the dilemma you face and your options. We also interviewed Dr. Dan Durand, the…
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As a plastic surgeon, I am asked to look at and biopsy various skin "lesions". They're obvious to you and me and most people are anxious to have these removed. But what about all those "things" that lurk inside your body. Cancers, malformations, cholesterol plaques and expanding arteries can all kill you. Prenuvo is an MRI company that specializes …
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Hyaluronic acid filler is so versatile - it is used to fill wrinkles, plump folds, augment lips, make chins and cheeks larger, and so much more. And when you're 40 or 50, it really can stall the need for a facelift. But eventually, years of filler may give you the "overfilled" look and have diminishing benefits. And that may mean it's time for a fa…
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Different times of the year are better suited for cosmetic surgery. As the temperature cools, recovery is easier. We discuss why autumn may be the best time to have your surgery. We also discuss "do it yourself" plastic surgery. You won't believe the things you can buy on the internet and do to yourself.…
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Every year, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons compiles statistics on how many cosmetic surgery procedures are performed every year by its members. On today's show, we talk about the most common procedures, and the ones that are gaining or losing popularity.Arthur W Perry MD
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There are dozens of different facelifts that are performed by different plastic surgeons. Some lift only the skin, most are the two layered "SMAS" lifts, but in vogue are the "deep plane" lifts. The question is whether the riskier deep plane lift is any better than the more popular SMAS lift. On this show, we answer this question. And we also discu…
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Nurses are an important part of plastic surgery. They function in the operating room as assistants and are critical to your recovery after surgery. On this program, we discuss plastic surgery nursing with Sarah Monast and Brianne Gonzalez, two nurses who work at the Greenwich Street Surgical facility in New York City, the largest cosmetic surgery o…
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Rhinoplasty - the nose job - is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures. It is also recognized by plastic surgeons as the most difficult procedure. On this program, Dr. Perry takes you from the consultation to the all-important computer simulation and planning, to the operating room to the removal of your splint. If you're considering a …
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People from older generations often talk about how millennials cope with life's challenges, But they often criticize with little understanding of the millennial experience. This might be because older generations evaluate younger folks without talking with them. So, let’s do that… On Elevating Wholeness, Dr. Tracee Perryman talks with two young pro…
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Great women seek leadership opportunities. But positions of greater responsibility come with added complexities. Those pressures can’t always be easily managed. Women of color may face even more stressful influences than their counterparts in other communities. Where do they look for coping skills? On this episode of Elevating Wholeness, Dr. Tracee…
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Can we constantly improve our careers and still serve ourselves, our family, and our community? Jeanna Odoms-Temple started a family, but still embraced a demanding job with a major corporation that advances continuous improvement in the workplace. She’ll talk about life balance and the rewarding parts of her career help her as mother and wife. Ele…
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Women often manage challenging circumstances differently than men who might have the same business responsibilities and issues. On the first episode of Elevating Wholeness with Dr. Tracee Perryman, we speak with someone who has the experience to discuss why this is, and who knows when we should focus on the problem and when to focus on ourselves. O…
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Can we use music to help our everyday wellness? On this episode of Elevating Wholeness, we’ll talk with someone who knows. Singer and actor Kisha Grandy (Kirk Franklin’s The Family and Tyler Perry’s film I Can Do Bad All by Myself)“ speaks with Dr. Tracee Perryman, shares her very personal story, and demonstrates how music therapy reduces anxiety. …
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This episode of Elevating Wholeness addresses the most serious of topics. Since Covid, suicides among African Americans have increased. What’s the path to prevention? Dr. Tracee Perryman speaks with Valerie Bonner, an experienced counselor who has been in the inner city trenches for years and understands the connections between depression, self-med…
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One of our priorities in wholeness is understanding how mental challenges can lead to poor decisions. When we’re stressed, when do we look for help? What happens if we wait too long, especially for women of color? Those are questions for our guest on this episode of Elevating Wholeness. Dr. Beverly Vandiver is an eminent psychologist, a professor a…
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In this unusual podcast, Dr. Perry discusses breast reductions. He takes you from the consultation to the operating room to removal of stitches. Buckle your seatbelts and travel with Dr. Perry to more beautiful breasts.Arthur W Perry MD
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After injury or surgery, you'll have a wound. Humans heal wounds with scar. A goal of plastic surgeons is to create the best scars possible. On this show, we discuss how plastic surgeons make the best scars and what can be done to improve the appearance of scars.Arthur W Perry MD
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While many women want to "free the nipple", some women have too large nipples and some have barely any projection. But plastic surgeons can fix both of those issues. On this show, we discuss nipple reduction surgery and nipple augmentation with hyaluronic acid filler. With those fixes, women can feel more comfortable in an out of clothing.…
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Every year, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons publishes the statistics for the most common procedures in plastic surgery. On this show, cohost Susan Warner returns to discuss the procedures that are rising in popularity and those that are fading away. And we discuss whether reviews of plastic surgeons are valid or just fabricated.…
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Liposuction is the most common procedure in plastic surgery. Dr. Perry has performed thousands of liposuctions since 1985. On this show, we discuss how this procedure is performed and what are the most common areas.Arthur W Perry MD
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As a plastic surgeon, I love to operate. Helping people look and feel better is a honor. But I met a pig at the Ross Mill Pig Farm in Pennsylvania who was "fat blind". Popo lost 100 pounds and had excess skin covering his eyes. And that made him unhappy. So, I designed an operation to remove the skin from Popo's head- I actually did a brow lift, a …
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Lidocaine is so safe - but it's now "over the counter" in a 4% concentration. But companies are putting as much as 10% lidocaine in products and selling them online. The FDA just issued warning letters to 6 companies that are selling illegal lidocaine products. On today's show, we talk about the dangers of lidocaine and the dangers of hyaluronidase…
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Sometime around the 50th birthday, women will experience menopause. It's a life changing event involving declining hormones and accelerated aging. And along with menopause, many women experience psychological disturbances. The Menopause Makeover is a procedure or combination of procedures designed to reverse some of the cosmetic changes the occur a…
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Tattoos have never been more popular. When you get one, you trust that the artist is "clean" and you won't get infections from the procedure. And you trust that the injected pigments are safe. Turns out that they are completely unregulated by the FDA and that people who get tattoos have a 27% increase in lymphomas! And lasering those tattoos off ma…
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I have had many mothers and daughters coming in together and having the same procedures. From Botox to Fillers to breast lifts, so many 30 year olds have come in with their 60 year old mothers to have the same procedures. We discuss the mother/daughter procedures on this show.Arthur W Perry MD
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Mark Simone - the best voice on radio - interviewed Dr. Perry about fake Botox, dangerous Vampire Facials, and Kim Kardashian's impossibly skinny waist. Listen in.Arthur W Perry MD
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A lot of people have very large foreheads with high hairlines. This condition has been long overlooked by plastic surgeons. On this show, we discuss how I make large foreheads smaller.Arthur W Perry MD
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Botox is an effective but very expensive cure for wrinkles. There's counterfeit Botox in the USA now - and it sickened dozens of people and at least one person wound up in the ICU. On this show, we'll discuss Botox and how to protect yourself from the fake stuff out there. My daughter Julia joins Susan Warner and myself on this show.…
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My daughter Meredith Perry, CEO of Elemind Technologies, Inc., talks about her new "electric medicine" product. We also spoke about gummy smiles and what plastic surgeons can do - both surgically and with botulinum - to fix them.Arthur W Perry MD
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On today's show, Dr. Ed Zuckerberg makes his 4th appearance on the show to discuss how bacteria in your mouth can cause systemic illness. Dr. Zuckerberg, Mark's (of Facebook fame) father, explained new therapies that will be able to help dental disease and at the same time help dementia, diabetes, and other diseases.…
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If you have surgery and are unhappy with the result, you might want the procedure "undone". This podcast is about plastic surgery gone awry and how plastic surgeons fix those problems.Arthur W Perry MD
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Seborrheic keratoses are one of the most common "things" that grow on the skin. On this show, we discuss how plastic surgeons "clean up the skin" by shaving off these unsightly things. We also talked about sunless tanners - they might not be as safe as you think.Arthur W Perry MD
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Can we really prevent aging? Some people think so. On this show, we discuss whether prejuvenation is a real thing and whether it can really work.Arthur W Perry MD
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Nasal reshaping procedures are called Rhinoplasties. These procedures are so popular in teenagers, but many "seniors" also have rhinoplasties. Skin and cartilage thicken as we age. The tissues are more brittle, and rhinoplasties are "less forgiving" . On this show, we discuss rhinoplasties in people over 50.…
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We are in a new world with effective weight loss drugs. Ozempic is the most well-known of these drugs. The weight loss is so rapid that skin doesn't have a chance to shrink and so it just hangs. Plastic surgeons have come up with a series of procedures designed to repair the Post Ozempic appearance of the face, breasts, and the abdomen.…
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Lip augmentations are now so popular - not only with the 20 year olds - but also in women who are over 50. We will discuss the use of hyaluronic acid and fat grafting for lip augmentations to make "Valentine's Lips". Tune in to learn all about bigger lips.Arthur W Perry MD
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Lips have many functions. Of course, they help us eat. But lips are sex organs - they are important in sexual attraction. As we age, lips involute and lose their sex appeal. On this show, I talk about how I restore aging lips to their prior beauty.Arthur W Perry MD
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Rhinoplasties are nasal reshaping procedures. Many people older than 40 have rhinoplasties - the operation is done differently as the bones become more brittle and the skin thickens. Tune in for information about rhinoplasties.Arthur W Perry MD
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Aestheticians in New York City are charging as much as $1800 for various "procedures" - facials, micro needling, and facial massage. Is this fraud or is this the future of beauty? On this show, we look into whether aesthetician's procedures are useful or useless.Arthur W Perry MD
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B, C or D cup? That is the question! Literally - asked by patients, plastic surgeons, and the public. And now science has answered that question, and so many more. On this podcast, we ask the pithy questions - what is the best lipstick color? Should the top or bottom of the breast be larger, and...how big should breasts really be? Listen to this po…
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The big day is approaching - perhaps your or your child's wedding is in just a few months and you want to look great for the photographs. You might be considering a facelift...or wrinkle filler, or a laser procedure...and you are unsure how much time you'll need to recover completely before the big day. On this podcast we discuss the time course yo…
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Nose reshaping - known technically as "rhinoplasty" - is my favorite procedure. It is a challenging surgery, with the highest rate of requiring a revision of all cosmetic surgery procedures. That's because of the sometimes unpredictable tissue response - cartilage can warp, bone can regrow... and that adds up to a 15% redo rate. Hyaluronic acid fil…
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The new weight loss drugs, headlined by Ozempic, are so effective that the weight just pours off people's bodies. But with rapid weight loss, skin cannot shrink fast enough, and so jowls, hanging neck skin, and sunken in cheeks are common. I fix "Ozempic Face" with fillers, Ulthera and yes - fat injections. Listen to the podcast to hear how I fix O…
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The eyelids age before the rest of the face. Even 40 year olds often undergo eyelid lifting procedures and certainly virtually everyone over the age of 50 has some extra skin and fat of the eyelids. Blepharoplasties, as they are known, are extremely effective procedures that can rapidly rejuvenate the eyelids. On this show, we discuss eyelid surger…
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