Episodes
Dec. 3, 2025
When Awake Plastic Surgery Actually Makes Sense
Not all awake procedures are equal. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Kat Gallus and Bri break down the surprising reason why some clinics push local anesthesia, what procedures actually make sense to do awake, and which ones sho...
Nov. 19, 2025
Botox, Filler & the Blurry Line Between Youthful and Yikes
You don’t need a PhD to figure out the difference between fillers and Botox, or to decode all the brands in between. You just need a little insider truth, and La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri have plenty to share. ...
Nov. 5, 2025
Best Plastic Surgeon or Best Marketing? You Decide.
Don’t take those “Best Plastic Surgeon” lists too seriously. They’re mostly popularity contests and pay-to-play badges. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri call out the “Top Doctor” hype and share what actually matter...
Oct. 22, 2025
What’s So Special About Motiva Breast Implants?
Motiva breast implants stand out for their tightly bonded shell and nano-textured surface, designed to keep complications like capsular contracture at bay. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri discuss the difference be...
Oct. 8, 2025
How to Recover Like a Celebrity After Plastic Surgery
Don’t even think about “toughing it out” after plastic surgery. No clubbing, no hauling luggage, no supermom heroics. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri share how to recover like a celeb—hello, Lodge at Torrey Pines...
Oct. 1, 2025
Life After Rhinoplasty: What to Expect
San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Janet Chao explains 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 thro...
Sept. 24, 2025
A Bigger Butt With Someone Else’s Fat?
Instead of borrowing your own fat, AlloClae uses donor fat—yep, borrowed from someone else—and people are seriously loving it. Naturally, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri had to explain why this treatment is such ...
Sept. 17, 2025
Breathe Better, Be Better: What You Need to Know Before Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty: it’s not about fitting a mold—it’s about harmony and function. Since “natural” means something different to everyone, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Chao and Bri discuss how she sets expectations before nose surge...
Sept. 10, 2025
Biggest Fears About Anesthesia
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...
Sept. 3, 2025
Life After Facelift: What to Expect
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 La Jolla facial pla...
Aug. 27, 2025
Before You Book: What to Expect During a Plastic Surgery Consultation
Forget the mystery. Here’s your all-access preview to what really happens when you sit down for a plastic surgery consultation. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and patient coordinator Ava break down what to expect during ...
Aug. 13, 2025
The Truth About Deep Plane Facelifts
Everything you need to know about deep plane facelifts—yes, like Kris Jenner’s. La Jolla facial plastic surgeon Dr. Janet Chao and Bri debate why younger women are ditching filler and turning to facelifts (hello, Ozempic face...
July 30, 2025
Better Skin With Blood? PRP vs. Exosomes Explained
PRP uses your own blood—spun to extract the “liquid gold”—then injected back into your face for that no-makeup makeup glow. Since it's your blood, what you eat matters. So maybe don’t book it right after a weekend bender. Get...
July 16, 2025
Buh-Bye Bat Wings! The Secret to Snatched Sleeveless Arms
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. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus...
July 2, 2025
A Bigger BBL Isn’t Better (Unless You’re Into That)
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, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri tell the truth about the BBL—how to f...
June 18, 2025
Breast Implant Buzzkill: Breaking Down Capsular Contracture
Did you catch Doja Cat’s breast implant mishap? Because capsular contracture affects some women with breast implants, La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri discuss the not-so-glamorous side of breast augmentation: what ...
June 4, 2025
Don’t Trust Your V To Just Anyone With a Laser
When it comes to boosting collagen, the CO2 laser is still the gold standard and that includes “down there.” Vaginal CO2 laser treatments can actually help with things like urinary incontinence and sexual function. Most wome...
May 21, 2025
Booty Dimples Be Gone! A Cellulite Treatment That Actually Works
Avéli cellulite treatment won’t magically give you Sabrina Carpenter’s Met Gala legs (we wish), but it will smooth out some of those stubborn dimples on your thighs and booty that drive you nuts. San Diego plastic surgeon Dr....
May 7, 2025
Bet You Didn’t Know This About Thigh Lift Surgery!
From why being at a stable weight matters to the different incision options and what recovery really feels like, San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri break down thigh lift surgery and clear up some common myths about ...
April 23, 2025
Bigger or Smaller? The Real Reasons Women Get Breast Implant Revision
Some women want to size up, others decide it’s time to downsize. La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri break down the real reasons women choose to swap their breast implants. They get into implant life, from ruptures an...
April 9, 2025
Because Loose Skin Is the Devil: The Truth About Renuvion Skin Tightening
San Diego plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri break down the buzz around Renuvion—what it is, why the FDA gave it the green light, and how it tightens skin and sculpts the body. Curious if you’re a good candidate? Wondering ab...
March 26, 2025
Better Safe Than Sorry! The Guide to Getting Ready for Plastic Surgery That You NEED
La Jolla plastic surgeon Dr. Gallus and Bri bring you everything you need to know before going surgery, because winging it is not an option. Find out why nutrition is your secret weapon for recovery, why quitting smoking isn’...
March 12, 2025
Beware the Brutal Bargains: The Truth About Traveling for Plastic Surgery
https://restoresdplasticsurgery.com/ Dr. G and Bri are back with more plastic surgery true crime, and this time, they’re exposing the dark side of bargain procedures abroad. From shady clinics and botched surgeries to horror stories straight out of a...
Feb. 26, 2025
Botched, Buried Secrets & Black Market BBLs: When Plastic Surgery Turns Deadly
We’re obsessed with true crime, so why wouldn’t we do an episode on it? Pulling back the curtain on the wild world where plastic surgery and crime collide, https://restoresdplasticsurgery.com/ Dr. G and Bri debate unsolved murders in the industry and...