The Beauty Scientists

Pediatric Lacerations: What Parents NEED to Know About Kids' Face Cuts | EP 56

Board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Kristy Hamilton and Dr. Roy Kim reveal everything parents need to know about treating children's facial lacerations - from sedation vs local anesthesia to when you really need stitches. 🩺 In This Episode: • Sedation vs local anesthesia - what doctors don't tell you • The reality of ER visits for pediatric cuts (spoiler: you'll be there for hours) • What plastic surgeons choose for their OWN children • How to tell if a cut needs stitches or just glue • Why you should consider calling a plastic surgeon instead of going to the ER • The one painful shot vs the full sedation process • Post-repair scar care and why kids heal better than adults • Absorbable sutures vs traditional stitches • Managing anxiety with parents in the room • When to use dermabond, strips, or sutures ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:48 - Sedation vs local anesthesia explained 2:00 - The typical ER experience 6:18 - What plastic surgeons choose for their own kids 9:07 - When your child's cut needs stitches 10:38 - Skip the ER and call a plastic surgeon 7:41 - How kids' scars heal amazingly well 💡 Key Takeaway: Most parents don't realize they have options beyond sedation in the ER. Local anesthesia with an experienced plastic surgeon can mean less trauma, shorter wait times, and better results - all without mind-altering drugs for your child. #PlasticSurgery #Parenting #PediatricCare #MedicalAdvice #KidsHealth #Stitches #EmergencyRoom #ParentingTips #FacialLaceration #TheBeautyScientists #DoctorPodcast #MedicalPodcast #ParentingPodcast #Healthcare #PediatricMedicine Follow us on our socials! ✨  📷 IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.beautyscientists/ ᯤ  Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebeautyscientists  🌿Buzzsprout: https://thebeautyscientists.buzzsprout.com 📱TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beautyscientists X: https://twitter.com/podcastTBS

Korea Derma 2025: Revolutionary Hybrid Fillers, Salmon DNA & Advanced Skin Boosters | EP 55

🇰🇷 Just back from Korea Derma 2025! Dr. Roy Kim shares the latest breakthroughs in Korean aesthetic medicine with Dr. Kristy Hamilton. Discover what's revolutionizing facial aesthetics: ✨ Hybrid fillers combining HA + biostimulators in ONE syringe 🐟 Salmon DNA fillers with ZERO vascular occlusion cases 💉 Micronized ADM for tear troughs (the holy grail!) 🌊 Spicules: at-home collagen boosters that actually work 🔬 Combination therapy protocols Korean dermatologists swear by ⚡ Double Tight device: RF microneedling + skin booster injection in one Learn why Korean skin looks so flawless and what's coming to the US market soon. From Bellafill to biological fillers, we break down the science behind K-beauty's most advanced treatments. Perfect for: Aesthetic practitioners, skincare enthusiasts, patients considering injectables, anyone curious about the future of non-surgical facial rejuvenation #KoreanSkincare #AestheticMedicine #Fillers #SalmonDNA #SkinBoosters #PlasticSurgery #Dermatology #KBeauty #InjectableFillers #AntiAging #KoreaDerma2025 #MedicalAesthetics #BoardCertifiedPlasticSurgeon #SkincareTrends #HybridFillers ▶️ Follow us on our socials! ✨  📷 IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.beautyscientists/ ᯤ  Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebeautyscientists  🌿Buzzsprout: https://thebeautyscientists.buzzsprout.com 📱TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beautyscientists X: https://twitter.com/podcastTBS

Latest Innovations in Plastic Surgery: Trends, Technologies, and Techniques from PSTM 2025

Latest Innovations in Plastic Surgery: Trends, Technologies, and Techniques from PSTM 2025 Join Dr. Roy Kim and Dr. Kristy Hamilton, the Beauty Scientists, as they discuss the latest advancements in plastic surgery technology and techniques from the PSTM Plastic Surgery meeting held in New Orleans in October 2025.  Topics include the impact of weight loss drugs, new skin tightening technologies, fat storage and retention innovations, trends in South Korean aesthetics, and the benefits of hot water recovery and red light therapy. Learn about Motiva implants and the concept of preservation breast augmentation. Stay updated with cutting-edge methods to enhance patient outcomes in the world of plastic surgery. 00:00 Introduction to the Beauty Scientist 00:50 Overview of PSTM Plastic Surgery Meeting 01:52 Hot Topics: Ozempic and Weight Loss 04:24 Technological Advancements in Body Contouring 06:02 Fat Storage and Retention Innovations 08:53 International Trends in Plastic Surgery 12:25 Wellness and Recovery Techniques 15:19 Motiva and Breast Augmentation Techniques 18:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Follow us on our socials! ✨  📷 IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.beautyscientists/ ᯤ  Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebeautyscientists  🌿Buzzsprout: https://thebeautyscientists.buzzsprout.com 📱TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beautyscientists X: https://twitter.com/podcastTBS

Innovations in Plastic Surgery: The Miami Thong Lift Technique | The Beauty Scientists | EP 53

Is there a way to reshape your buttocks without implants, fat transfer, or major scars? 🍑 Dr. Roy Kim and Dr. Kristy Hamilton discuss the Miami Thong Lift, a groundbreaking surgical technique that: ✅ Targets sagging in the lower inner buttocks ✅ Lifts and rotates tissue for natural volume ✅ Leaves minimal scarring compared to BBL ✅ Works best for patients with moderate weight loss + minimal loose skin We’ll also cover recovery, risks, and why this could be the next big trend in body contouring. #MiamiThongLift #ButtLift #BBLAlternative #DrRoyKim #PlasticSurgery #BodyContour Follow us on our socials! ✨  📷 IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.beautyscientists/ ᯤ  Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebeautyscientists  🌿Buzzsprout: https://thebeautyscientists.buzzsprout.com 📱TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beautyscientists X: https://twitter.com/podcastTBS

Exploring the Motiva Preserve Technique | Insights from Costa Rica

Join Dr. Roy Kim and Dr. Kristy Hamilton as they dive into the groundbreaking Motiva Preserve Method, a new technique for breast augmentation with a focus on tissue preservation. Dr. Hamilton shares her insights from visiting Motiva's headquarters in Costa Rica, where she learned about this innovative approach designed to minimize recovery time and maintain natural breast anatomy. Ideal candidates, procedural details, recovery experiences, and more are discussed in this informative and engaging episode. Perfect for anyone considering breast augmentation or interested in the latest advancements in cosmetic surgery. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:35 Exploring the Preserve Technique in Costa Rica 01:35 Ideal Candidates for Preservation Breast Augmentation 02:12 Surgical Technique and Benefits 04:57 Historical Context and Technological Advances 08:47 Patient Experiences and Recovery 10:26 Training and Implementation 12:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Follow us on our socials! ✨  📷 IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.beautyscientists/ ᯤ  Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebeautyscientists  🌿Buzzsprout: https://thebeautyscientists.buzzsprout.com 📱TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.beautyscientists X: https://twitter.com/podcastTBS