The Trillium Show with Dr. Jason Hall

Marijuana is thought to be a relatively benign drug with few serious side effects.But - using marijuana in any form before and after cosmetic surgery can have serious negative consequences.Join me in this show where I break down the risks and set the record straight!

In this episode, I delve into the challenges and transformations within the medical field, especially regarding aspiring doctors in today's healthcare landscape. I shed light on the shift towards working for large healthcare systems, the decreasing autonomy of physicians, and the influence of AI on medical practices. Join me as we look into the future of medicine and considerations when choosing a career path amidst these changes. 

What happens if you exercise after getting breast implants?Is it a good idea?Can you still exercise?Find out in this episode of The Trillium Show!

The deep plane facelift is having a moment...primarily because it is a superior procedure for facial rejuvenation.In this episode, I discuss what a deep plane facelift is and how it differs from other facelift techniques.I also review the procedure, the recovery, potential complications, and what other procedures we can combine with a deep plane facelift.As a primer, it will help to review my previous podcast on facial aging.  This will help you understand WHY you are seeing what you are seeing in the mirror and will help make rejuvenation options make sense.Check it out - Episode 6: How our faces age 

Upper blepharoplasty is one of the most common plastic surgery procedures in America.  What determines who is a candidate and who isn't?Do you HAVE to have surgery in the operating room, or can you do it in the office with local anesthesia?Questions are all answered in this episode of The Trillium Show with Dr. Jason Hall

I recently got a DM that illustrates dangerous thinking about choosing sizes for breast implants...and it merits some discussion.Tune in and find out how we go about selecting appropriate (safe) breast implants!

I received a DM the other day from a woman who was looking to have her implants removed, but was contemplating having children.  She wanted to know whether to have her implants removed now, or finish having children first.  This show is my answer to those questions.

Tummy tuck surgery is well known for reshaping the abdomen after pregnancy or weight loss.  Less known are the life changing functional benefits a certain subset of women will derive from this mainly "cosmetic" operation.Listen to the full show to learn more!References:PRS - "The White Journal"Some other plastic surgery journal 

The dreaded "smoker's lines" - the bane of many cosmetic practices!Listen and learn about WHY these lines appear, WHAT can be done to treat them, and HOW so many treatments are doomed to failure.Referenced episodes of The Trillium Show:Episode 6 - How our faces ageEpisode 27 - Three types of wrinkles

I like to think that I make medical decisions based on science.  However, science only advances when we try things that are new and unproven.  If the last few years has illustrated anything, it is that science is never settled.This podcast is like that - you won't find this referenced anywhere, and it's likely that your Ob/Gyn or PCP will look at you (and me) like we're crazy for bringing this up.There is anecdotal evidence that you can treat the symptoms of PMS with a generic medication that's on the WHO's list of "essential medications" and can be had for pennies.Take a listen and decide for yourself!Brain Swelling "study"CSF Increase during menstrual cycle

I recently had a discussion with a patient about topical vitamin A.  She was under the impression that you have a limited number of skin cells, and that Vitamin A caused them to "wear out" and would cause thin skin with time.This show talks about how and why vitamin A is beneficial for almost all ages, and how to incorporate it into a healthy skin care plan.Was she right?  Or is there more to it?  Listen and find out!

It seems that every med spa and injector with more than 10 social media followers has started offering training courses at their spa.  They usually sound very official and include the words "Center" or "Institute" and offer the opportunity to get "certified" training in injectables.Does it help you get a job in aesthetics if you're not there already?Are they worth the money?Do you know the secret about injectable training that you learn once you are in the aesthetic industry?Listen and find out.

A breast lift is one of the most common plastic surgery procedure year after year, regardless of whether or not an implant is used.  Using an implant can change the operation (and results) significantly.In this show, I discuss the how's, why's - and the why not's - of breast lift surgery.If you or someone you care about is interested in breast lift surgery, this episode is a "don't miss"!

In this episode, I discuss the prevalence of marketing in the aesthetic industry and the importance of understanding the behind-the-scenes tactics that influence what you see, hear, and read. Highlighted is a well-known beauty and aesthetic magazine that serves as a paid advertisement platform for doctors and companies.  Is the information valid?  Yes, perhaps.  Do you need to know that the "experts" you're reading about are paying for you to see their names?  Certainly.Listen and learn, ladies and gentlemen...

In this episode, I discuss the effectiveness and value of electromagnetic muscle-stimulating treatments for facial and body rejuvenation. These treatments promise to tighten muscles and reduce fat without surgery, but are those claims valid?There is data out there to answer that question that I discuss (which you can read yourself clicking the link below).Exploring non-surgical options for cosmetic improvements and their effectiveness compared to surgical procedures is important, and is a discussion that you should have with your plastic surgeon before considering either surgical or non-surgical treatments.Dr. Swanson's EM study

In this show, I discuss the use of the Ellman radiowave generator for cosmetic mole removal. I explain how the radio wave generator works and its effectiveness on the face and other cosmetically sensitive areas.Also, we talk about the importance of getting a pathologic diagnosis before removing suspicious moles. Overall, the radio wave generator is presented as my preferred treatment option for cosmetic mole removal.

This show is all about primary (or first time) breast augmentation - the most popular plastic surgery procedure in the United States year after year!  Here, we will discuss the procedure itself, the operation, recovery and risks.  Like with any plastic surgery procedure, the most important aspect of the process is having a goal - what you are looking to accomplish with respect to the "look" you would like to have when surgery is over.  I discuss the various choices and decisions that need to be made, such as incision location, implant size, shape, and type.We have done a bad job as plastic surgeons making breast augmentation seem complex - it's NOT.  Based on what you want to achieve, the decisions - such as implant size, type, projection, location, incision, etc - really make themselves.Please note - I got caught up talking about the risk of infections at the end, and left out the small (<1%) risk of hematoma as one of the risks that I discuss. Keep that in mind when you listen to that section.

One of the things I hear frequently in my practice is that a patient got laser treatments somewhere else but they didn’t work. Why is this so common? The truth is that there’s a variety of lasers and laser treatments out there. You really need to work with a professional who understands your goals and challenges before recommending a solution. In this episode, I describe how different laser treatments work so you can feel more confident you’ll get your desired outcome when pursuing your next laser treatment. In this episode, we cover:Breaking down the confusion on the different types of lasers and laser treatments (00:00)What a laser actually is and how it works (01:13)Why skin tightening with ablative laser treatments actually works (02:44)The reason why certain laser treatments don’t result in desired outcomes (04:19)Links Referenced:First laser podcast: https://drjasonhall.com/podcast/lasers-in-cosmetic-medicine-and-surgery/Links:Dr. Jason Hall, MDShop my top skin care picks: Get our Favorite Products HERE!!Website: https://drjasonhall.com/Twitter: twitter.com/jhallmdInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jhallmd/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrHallPlasticSurgery/

In this short episode, I answer one of your questions - How young is too young for a facelift?Links:Dr. Jason Hall, MD Shop my top skin care picks: Get our Favorite Products HERE!! Website: https://drjasonhall.com/ Twitter: twitter.com/jhallmd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jhallmd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrHallPlasticSurgery/