Why Plastic Surgeons Make So Much Money : The Business Of BBLS | Episode 201

Why do plastic surgeons make so much money? We are going to get into all of it on this episode !

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On this episode of the Melanin Money Show, we dive deep into “The Truth About Plastic Surgery” with Dr. Wilton Triggs, a renowned plastic surgeon, educator, and passionate advocate for equity in healthcare. We talk about everything from the risks and realities of popular procedures like the BBL, to the true costs patients should expect, and the pressures driving the recent surge in cosmetic surgeries—especially within the Black community.

Dr. Triggs breaks down what makes a price “too good to be true,” explains the artistry and science behind shaping bodies, and doesn’t shy away from addressing the moral responsibilities surgeons face when patients want more work than is safe. We also get personal, as Dr. Triggs shares how his upbringing, family values, and desire to give back through his foundation have influenced his career path and commitment to helping underserved communities.

Expect honest talk about the societal shifts making plastic surgery more mainstream, the underrepresentation of African Americans in both medical schools and surgery, and inspiring stories of how cosmetic procedures can lead to profound transformations—well beyond physical appearance.

If you’ve ever wondered about what really goes on behind the scenes in the world of plastic surgery, what drives people (and doctors) to say yes—or walk away—and how financial literacy and family fit into all of it, this candid episode will give you the unfiltered insight you didn’t know you needed.