Episodes

Dr. Basu answers everyone’s biggest questions surrounding buccal fat pad removal in the first of a multi-part series about small procedures that yield big results. If you’ve always had full cheeks and want a more slender face, buccal fat pad removal...

Recent CNN headlines declared that liposuction has overtaken breast augmentation as the #1 procedure in the world. But the reasons behind this shift are debatable. Dr. Basu and special guest Dr. Johnny Franco discuss the recent explosion in demand...

Social media is tremendous for connecting people in ways that were never before possible, giving a glimpse into the everyday lives of doctors and their staff, showcasing before & after results, and getting accurate information about plastic...

Dr. Basu is joined by friend and founder of Austin Plastic Surgeon Dr. Johnny Franco to discuss semaglutide, also known as the “skinny shot.” After losing 45 lbs himself in just over three months, Dr. Franco is convinced in the benefits of semaglutide...

In this special crossover episode, we present the entirety of Dr. Basu’s interview with fellow plastic surgeon Dr. Regina Nouhan on her podcast Plastic Surgery Decoded. Dr. Basu departs from his usual role as the host, walking Dr. Nouhan and her...

Medical aesthetician Iman joins as special guest from the Post Oak office to share her three favorite treatments from the medical spa. Iman shares the process, recovery, results, and best candidates for each of these non-surgical treatments including...

Dr. Basu and Madison discuss the recent case of a patient whose lip filler migrated and what to do if this happens to you, along with the latest filler trends including a less full lip and enhancement of the jawline. For the jawline, Madison shares...

It’s disappointing when you’ve had breast augmentation and the results don’t last as long as you had hoped. Weakened breast tissue is often the cause, and factors like having children, losing weight, or even genetics play a huge role. The Internal Bra...

After a lifetime trapped in her body, Charisse changed her relationship with food and lost 192 pounds. Left with painful loose skin, she researched plastic surgeons with body lift experience in Houston and reached out to Dr. Basu for help. Over 300...

The Brazilian Butt Lift is a wildly popular booty-enhancing fat transfer procedure with a bit of a crazy reputation, thanks to social media and recent headlines like the New York Times article titled “Why is a Brazilian Butt Lift Dangerous?” On this...

Master aesthetic injector Denae Murphy, RN, BSN, shares her secrets for creating natural, beautiful lips and lets us in on how to get unbeatable pricing on lip filler treatments with loyalty programs like Alle, Aspire, and the B. Exclusive VIP...

Denae Murphy, RN, BSN, is a Certified Master Injector with 14+ years of experience. Denae is a native Houstonian who grew up in Cypress, attended the University of Texas, and graduated from Texas Woman’s University with a Bachelor’s degree in...

Liposuction is the most popular way to reduce localized fat and contour the body to help give you a slimmer, curvier, or more balanced look. While it’s not exactly magic, experience does matter and on this episode you’ll hear how Dr. Basu’s approach...

Billions of hours on Zoom led many people to wonder when their lower face and neck started looking so tired. Formerly known as “turkey neck,” the new name is “Zoom neck” and the good news is it can be treated with a range of minimally invasive and...

After losing 115 lbs. over 5 years, Kayla asks Dr. Basu what she can expect from circumferential body lift surgery and if it’s the right time to move forward with plastic surgery after weight loss...

Fat transfer is an alternative to breast implants that deliver beautiful results for some patients. Find out who’s right for this procedure, what the limitations are, and what you can expect from fat grafting for the purpose of breast enhancement...

Anesthesiologist Dr. Mary Ellen Firat answers all the questions you didn’t know you had about anesthesia before plastic surgery, most importantly “will I wake up?” Spoiler alert, yes you will! With many years of experience doing anesthesia and ten...

Whether you’re 17 or 70, it can be miserable to have heavy or sagging breasts that spill out of your clothes and cause back pain. Dr. Basu covers the differences between good and not-so-good breast volume and explains his technique for keeping the...

Brittany Banks opens up about her recent breast implant revision surgery with Dr. Basu and takes us through her past surgery experiences, from her struggle with breasts that were too big for her body in high school through the unwanted changes caused...

A mom of twins from Katy, Texas asks about the differences between a regular tummy tuck, a “mini” tummy tuck, and an extended tummy tuck. Dr. Basu explains who’s the best candidate for each procedure, shares how the incisions are hidden and how he...

Thinking about getting breast implants? Hear the time-tested 3-step process for picking the perfect breast implant size, why Instagram is the place to find the best your breast augmentation “wish pics, ” and the advice we give for speedy recovery....

Felicia from Sugar Land asks Dr. Basu how soon she can have a mommy makeover after having kids and if it’s safe to combine procedures like tummy tuck, breast lift, or brazilian butt lift. Dr. Basu covers the most common questions women have about the...

Breast implants need a “redo” most commonly because of volume loss from having kids, aging or weight loss, old implants, or health related concerns. Dr. Basu shares all the different ways breast implant revision can be accomplished, including implant...

With tummy tuck surgery, there’s no one size fits all. Many women are surprised to find out that they’re eligible even with a higher BMI. Dr. Basu takes us behind the double doors to answer the most important questions, including how much weight you...