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Plastic Surgery: Before and After

Darren M. Smith, M.D.

Welcome to Plastic Surgery: Before and After, where board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith dishes on the ins and outs of plastic surgery in today"s world. We cover popular questions about common procedures, demystify lesser known but powerful tweaks, tackle trending stories in beauty news, and more. Please note that the information provided in this podcast is not medical advice and is never a substitution for a consultation with a medical provider.

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All Episodes

17:05

"Is Mommy Okay?": A Parent’s Age-by-Age Guide to the...

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2026/03/13

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith provides a thoughtful roadmap for parents on how to navigate the recovery process with their children, ensuring honesty and emotional security throughout the healing journey.What you’ll hear in this episode:The Observer Paradox: Why children are the world’s best observers but worst interpreters, and how silence can lead them to "fill in the blanks" with scary stories.The Boo-Boo Framework: How to provide simple, physical reassurance to toddlers who

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12:51

Beyond Revenge Surgery: Navigating the Post-Divorce...

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2026/03/11

Board-certified New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith explores the clinical and psychological realities of the "divorce makeover," helping patients distinguish between acts of empowerment and reactive grief responses.What you’ll hear in this episode:Why a national survey found that over 40% of women desire physical changes following a major life transition.Shifting the narrative from tabloid headlines to the clinical reality that post-divorce patients represent roughly 20% of a modern

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12:33

The Natural Lift: Everything You Need to Know About...

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2026/03/09

Board-certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith explores the rising trend of "going natural" through auto-augmentation mastopexy, a procedure that provides a breast lift and restored fullness using only your own tissue. This episode breaks down the science, surgical techniques, and clinical outcomes for patients seeking rejuvenation without the use of synthetic implants.What you’ll hear in this episode:The Explant Evolution: Why breast implant removal procedures nearly doubled between 2017 and

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14:02

The Lipedema Myth: Why Your "Willpower Problem" is...

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2026/03/05

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith exposes the medical reality of lipedema, a chronic and frequently misdiagnosed fat distribution disorder affecting millions of women. This episode breaks down the cellular science behind why lipedema tissue resists diet and exercise, offering a clear roadmap for diagnosis and evidence-based treatment.What you’ll hear in this episode:[The 80-Year Oversight]: Why a condition identified at the Mayo Clinic in 1940 is still misdiagnosed in 80% of cases

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10:32

Life After GLP-1: Completing Your Weight Loss...

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2026/03/03

Introduction Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith explores the "double hit" of rapid weight loss caused by GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy. This episode provides a comprehensive roadmap for addressing loose skin and muscle loss through cutting-edge surgical and non-invasive aesthetic restoration options.What you’ll hear in this episode:The Balloon Analogy: Why rapid weight loss prevents skin from "snapping back" and how collagen fibers reach their limit.The Hidden Muscle

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08:01

The Mommy Makeover: What No One Tells You

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2026/03/01

Board-certified New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith pulls back the curtain on the "Mommy Makeover" to reveal the surgical realities, recovery timelines, and mindset shifts that social media often ignores. This episode provides a candid look at how to achieve a transformation that is both safe and long-lasting.2. What you’ll hear in this episode:The Combo Meal Myth: Why a Mommy Makeover is a bespoke combination of procedures—typically involving a tummy tuck, breast work, and

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03:45

The Truth About ‘Drop and Fluff’ — What’s Really...

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2025/10/30

What does “drop and fluff” actually mean after breast augmentation?Dr. Darren Smith breaks down one of the most misunderstood parts of recovery. Learn why implants start higher on the chest, how gravity and tissue relaxation shape your final result, and when you can finally expect your breasts to look and feel “settled.”If you’re preparing for surgery or tracking your healing journey, this is the essential guide to understanding what’s really happening under the skin.What You’ll LearnThe real

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05:16

AlloClae: This Changes Everything (or at least a lot...

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2025/10/20

Welcome back to Plastic Surgery Before and After! After a multi-year hiatus, Dr. Darren Smith returns with one of the most exciting developments in aesthetic surgery in recent memory: AlloClae — an off-the-shelf fat graft that’s redefining what’s possible in body and breast enhancement.💡 Episode HighlightsWhat is AlloClae?A revolutionary off-the-shelf fat graft derived from purified human donor fat. It allows for natural-feeling volume restoration without the need to harvest your own fat.Who is it

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02:36

What is Liposuction Recovery Like?

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2021/08/06

Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith gives you an idea of what you can expect liposuction recovery to be like.

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05:30

What Can HIFEM Do for You?

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/12/02

Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith explores the possibilities of HIFEM, high-intensity focussed electromagnetic energy.

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06:44

How Can I Prepare for my Plastic Surgery Procedure?

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/11/25

Plastic surgery procedures are exciting, potentially life-changing events. Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith offers some thoughts on how to prepare.

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05:45

What is an Arm Lift?

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/11/18

Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith looks into this powerful procedure to get rid of excess arm skin and fat. We also explore a new twist on this classic procedure to improve muscle definition as well.

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10:05

What Are Some Tips for a Smooth Liposuction Recovery?

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/11/11

Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith shares the advice he gives his patients for an easy liposuction recovery.

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13:40

What is a BBL?

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/11/04

Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith explores the fine points of BBLs.

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08:18

How Can I Get Rid of Cellulite? Let's Talk About Emtone!

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/10/28

Cellulite is one of the toughest problems to treat in aesthetic medicine. Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith discusses Emtone, a promising new treatment here.

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11:21

What is Emsculpt Neo?

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/10/21

Emsculpt Neo is a true paradigm shift in noninvasive body contouring. Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith explains.

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03:20

What is One of the Most Important Things You Can Do...

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/10/14

Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith discusses the importance of communication and asking questions during your plastic surgery journey, and invites you to join the conversation at here.

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07:31

Is Breast Augmentation the Same as Breast Implant...

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/10/07

Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith discusses different approaches to one of the most frequently requested procedures in plastic surgery.

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13:20

How Can I Avoid Bad Plastic Surgery?

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/10/04

Welcome to our 50th episode! Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith offers some advice to make sure you have a safe plastic surgery experience and get the best results possible.

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12:14

What is Lipo360?

Plastic Surgery: Before and After ·

2020/10/01

Lipo360 is exploding in popularity. Board certified NYC plastic surgeon Dr. Darren Smith takes a look at exactly what this procedure involves.

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