Beauty Unveiled

Dr. Sturm is joined by entrepreneur and Beauty Unveiled producer Freddy Cruz, who traded a career in radio for the leap into business after hundreds of job rejections. Both reveal how stepping away from established institutions in pursuit of new ventures requires vision and resilience. Their conversation shares insights about embracing risk and finding fulfillment in entrepreneurship, whether transforming patients’ lives in s...

What goes into the decision to get a facelift?

Dr. Stum delves into the considerations and procedures involved in choosing a facelift. She notes that many patients transition from simply pulling their skin in the mirror to committing to surgery. A facelift primarily lifts the skin and muscle from the cheeks to the neck. Additional procedures such as brow lifts, CO2 laser resurfacing, and fat grafting can be combined for enhanced re...

A simple nose surgery can have a major impact on overall health and sleep quality.

Dr. Angela Sturm explains that nasal surgery often improves breathing, increases energy, and enhances rest for many patients. More young people are choosing procedures like rhinoplasty to strengthen both their physical and mental well-being. Even a small issue such as a deviated septum can interfere with restful sleep and daily concentration.

Subscri...

Dr. Beata Lerman, a pioneering cancer researcher and survivor of cutaneous T cell lymphoma, relied on a drug she helped develop to beat her illness. Motivated to prevent a recurrence, she cut out sugar and environmental toxins, which led her to create a ketogenic chocolate designed to boost health. Her story traces a path from patenting breakthrough cancer therapies to launching a unique entrepreneurial venture, highlighting person...

*This episode originally aired during Season One of Beauty Unveiled on March 12, 2024.

Dr. Angela Sturm welcomes Dr. Terri-Ann Samuels to the show.

Find out about Dr. Samuels' journey to becoming a surgeon and how she has transformed the lives of many through her personalized approach. Discover the discussion on the differences in healthcare systems and t...

Plastic surgery with Dr. Sturm goes beyond the surface.

Change can feel intimidating, but her approach is all about helping people shed insecurity and gain freedom, whether that means fixing a feature that’s always bothered them or celebrating a new phase of life. She believes confidence should come from doing something positive for oneself, not chasing anyone else’s approval.

Her favorite result? Patients reclaiming en...

Plastic surgery is for self-confidence, not for pleasing anyone else. The first days post-surgery can feel rough, so Dr. Sturm recommends having positive people for support. Honest conversations up front and a cheer squad in recovery make the biggest difference.

Key Takeaways

1. After undergoing plastic surgery, patients often feel more emotionally sensitive and vulnerable during recovery. It’s common to feel uncertain o...

No, she doesn’t do Tinkerbell noses.

Dr. Sturm wants every nose to look natural and suit the face for a lifetime, not just follow a trend. Those tiny, upturned noses may seem cute at first, but they usually don’t age well or look real over time. Her goal is a nose that quietly flatters, not one that stands out or changes oddly years later.

Key Takeaways

1. Dr. Sturm emphasizes the importance of creating noses that lo...

One ear changed her life.

At one point Dr. Sturm considered becoming an OBGYN. But it was seeing Dr. Anthony Brissett creating an ear using a rib that set her on the course to becoming a plastic surgeon.

Dr. Brissett eventually became her mentor and friend.

During this conversation, Dr. Sturm sits down with Dr. Brissett to talk about his journey from nursing to specializing in facial plastic surgery.

You’ll learn about the pr...

For some people, one surgery feels like enough. Others find that a combination of options gets them closer to their goals. 

Today, Dr. Sturm talks about how people:

• Combine surgical and non-surgical treatments for facial aging
• Manage ongoing skin care and use less invasive procedures over time
• Decide what works best for them, year after year

Key Takeaways

1. Achieving the best anti-aging results often involves a com...

Dr. Sturm explains that while prevention can be helpful, it's possible to start too early with interventions like Botox or fillers. She emphasizes the importance of simple skincare and sun protection in youth. 

Ultimately, taking care of your skin early may delay the need for more invasive treatments.

Key Takeaways

1. Starting a simple skincare routine early—especially during the teen and pre-teen years—can be very...

Subtle changes can make all the difference in facial plastic surgery, allowing people to refresh their look without losing their identity. Dr. Sturm delves into why going for natural enhancements is often the best choice for maintaining a sense of self.

In this episode, she shares expert advice on prioritizing small adjustments over dramatic transformations and explains why the eyes are typically the focal point after surgery.

Key ...

Have you ever wanted to take back a beauty decision? 

Maybe it was a treatment that seemed simple, but the outcome wasn’t what you hoped for. Dr. Angela Sturm has seen it all—patients asking to reverse procedures, exploring what can and can’t be undone, and sharing what you need to know before making permanent changes.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What treatments are easy to reverse and which are not
• H...

Dr. Sturm has spent nearly two decades caring for patients, building relationships, and performing delicate surgeries where every millimeter matters. 

Today, she shares what makes her field unique, how patient care extends far beyond the operating room, and why she believes getting to know people is at the heart of her work.

• The discipline required to succeed in plastic surgery
• The importance of detail and patient connect...

Ever felt overwhelmed by the endless choices in skincare? It’s easy to wonder which products truly work for mature skin and which routines are actually realistic day to day.

Today, Dr. Sturm breaks down:

• Which skincare steps matter the most as we age
• What makes medical grade products different
• How new developments like exosomes are changing skin treatments

Find out what can help you look and feel your best without ...

What if you could look younger and fresher without surgery or taking time off work? People are always searching for ways to refresh their look, but not everybody is ready for a facelift or has the time to spare. 

Today, Dr. Sturm will walks you through:

• Liquid facelifts and how fillers and neurotoxins can make a difference
• The latest in non-surgical options like thread lifts and microneedling
• Why skin care is still the si...

What does it take to rewind the clock without surgery? Dr. Sturm has seen how non-surgical options can help people look younger and feel more confident. 

Today, she covers:

• The most popular non-surgical treatments like Botox
• Skin tightening options that fit your lifestyle
• Why skin care and the right provider matter

Join us to learn how these approaches could work for you.

1. There are effective, widely accessible op...

What happens when you want cosmetic surgery but worry about the scars? Dr. Angela Sturm is a facial plastic surgeon who sees these concerns every day. In her practice, she addresses:

• Why some people get more visible scars than others.
• What surgical and patient care steps can lead to better healing.
• How support and preparation influence recovery.

She’ll share her experience with facelifts and the simple things you c...

*This episode originally aired on April 9, 2024

In this episode of Beauty Unveiled, Dr. Angela Sturm delves into the rapidly growing demand for neck rejuvenation procedures.

With increased screen time during the COVID-19 pandemic and a desire to look and feel our best as we live longer, more and more patients are seeking solutions to address the visible signs of aging in the neck area.

Dr. Sturm provides a comprehensive overview of...