Plastic Surgery Untold

For years, the largest silicone or gummy bear implant available capped at 800cc. We break that down in this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold. It left patients who wanted, or needed, more fullness with only one option — saline implants, which often sacrificed softness for size. Now, with the arrival of Mentor Enhanced breast implants, patients have the option to...

Not every patient is a candidate for a traditional tummy tuck, and that’s where the reverse tummy tuck can be a game-changer. In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, Dr. Franco breaks down why this procedure is becoming so popular, especially for patients on their weight loss journey.

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Breast implants have come a long way, and on this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold we’re breaking it all down. From saline implants to today’s 6th generation cohesive gel implants, the options available now are more versatile than ever. Each type comes with unique advantages, and the right choice depends on your body, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals.

Cellulite is one of the most common concerns we see in the world of aesthetics — but there’s a lot of misinformation about what causes it and how to address it. In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we’re breaking down the truth about cellulite, how it relates to modern BBL trends, and why it’s not just a “being out of shape” issue.

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we explore Renuvion — also known as J Plasma — a cutting-edge skin tightening technology that combines radiofrequency energy with helium for rapid, precise skin contracture at safe temperatures.

With the surge in weight loss from GLP-1 medications, skin laxity has become a major concern for many patients. Renuvion offers a safe, efficient solution with minimal downtime, making it ideal fo...

Brazilian butt lifts have been one of the most transformative procedures in aesthetics, and with new technology, they’re safer than ever. In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we’re breaking down how the combination of advanced anatomical understanding and ultrasound guidance has completely changed the game for BBL safety and results.

A BBL offers powerful t...

What Is High Definition Liposuction?

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we break down everything you need to know about high definition liposuction (HD lipo) — a body contouring technique designed to enhance your natural anatomical structure, not j...

Where can you actually use AlloClae? Dr. Franco breaks down how this first-of-its-kind filler for the body is changing what’s possible. From subtle refinements to shape and volume exactly where you want it, AlloClae is donor fat processed for safety, ready off the shelf, and made specifically for larger body areas that traditional fillers can’t handle.

Patients love that it skips major surgery, keeps downt...

Plastic Surgery Untold: What Is Breast Preservation?

You’ve heard the buzz about breast preservation surgery — but what is it, really? On this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, Dr. Franco breaks down what sets this approach apart and how it fits into the world of breast enhancement.

Breast preservation focuses on enhancing shape over size, using a technique that maintains your natural anatomy and often allows for a faster, more co...

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, Dr. Franco breaks down one of the biggest questions patients have when planning a breast augmentation or implant exchange: Where should your breast implants go?

Placement options like under the muscle, above the muscle, or subfascial have come a long way as implant technology and surgical techniques improve. Dr. Franco explains how your unique anatomy, the type of...

The Rib Revolution Is Here

On the latest episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we’re diving into one of 2025’s most buzzed-about procedures — RibX.

This isn’t your average waist contouring. Rib remodeling, also known as RibX, helps patients who want that snatched, fit silhouette withou...

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, Dr. Franco gives a full breakdown of Alloclae, one of the hottest products of 2025 and a true game-changer for body contouring.

What makes Alloclae unique? It is the first sterile, hydrated a-cellular adipose tissue filler designed specifically for large-volume body enhancements. Think donor fat that is safely processed for strength and structure, giving patients ...

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we’re joined by Danielle Fette, burn nurse and regenerative medicine expert behind ReyaGel—a company bringing hospital-grade healing technology into the aesthetic world. With decades of proven results treating burns, trauma, and chro...

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we sit down with Dr. Laura Ellis, general surgeon and CEO of LevEllis Inc, to talk about one of the most exciting new regenerative skincare innovations showcased at Octane 2025. With over 20 y...

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we sit down with Dr. Kamakshi Zeidler, co-founder of Aesthetx and longtime MC of Octane’s Aesthetics Tech Forum, to discuss the intersection of innovation, aesthetics, and patient care. With one foot in the clinical world and the ot...

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we’re joined by Dr. Saranya Wyles, a regenerative and longevity medicine expert from the Mayo Clinic, recorded live at the Aesthetics Tech Forum by Octane. Dr. Wyles helps break down the scie...

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we’re joined by Lana Kerr, CEO and Founder of CO2Lift, along with Dr. Matthew Nykiel of SoCal Plastic Surgery, for a conversation recorded live at the ...

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we’re joined by Paul Herschman, Co-Founder of Get Hair MD, to talk about a topic close to home—hair loss, a conversation recorded live at the

In this episode of Plastic Surgery Untold, we’re joined by Irina Erenburg, CEO of Avava, live from the Aesthetics Tech Forum by Octane. Irina introduces the Miria laser, a groundbreaking device ...