Scalpel and Skin

About Scalpel and Skin

Scalpel and Skin is a plastic surgery, skin health, and aesthetics podcast hosted by siblings Dr. Algie LaBrasca, a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, and Mistica LaBrasca, a cosmetic dermatology Physician Assistant. With more than 30 years of combined experience, they bring honest, educational, and unfiltered conversations to the world of plastic surgery and cosmetic dermatology. From Botox, fillers, lasers, and skincare to facelifts, med spas, patient safety, and the latest aesthetic trends, they break down what works, what doesn’t, what is worth the investment, and what is simply good marketing. Whether you are researching your first treatment, comparing surgical and nonsurgical options, or trying to find a provider you can trust, Scalpel and Skin gives you the information and perspective you need to make smarter decisions about your face, skin, body, and long-term aesthetic goals.

Publisher

Dr.Algie LaBrasca & Mistica LaBrasca with BBNL Media

Category

education · health & fitness · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

6 Aug 2026

Latest episode

8 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

10 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 Oct 2026

   Are Esthetician Treatments Worth It? Facials, Chemical Peels, Dermaplaning & More | EP 10

   Are esthetician treatments actually worth it? Which facials and skin treatments are worth your money—and which ones aren't? In this special episode of Scalpel and Skin, Mistica Lebraska is joined by Melissa Janoski, the first official guest and co-host of the podcast. Melissa has worked alongside Mistica for years and brings 16 years of experience in the aesthetics industry to the conversation. Together, they break down traditional esthetician treatments and newer aesthetic procedures, ...

2. 

   1 Oct 2026

   Are Tummy Tucks Worth It? Abdominal Contouring, Lipo 360, Recovery & More | EP 09

   Are tummy tucks actually worth it? What’s the difference between a mini and full tummy tuck? And when is liposuction—not a tummy tuck—the right choice? In Episode 9 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algie Lebraska, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and Mystica Lebraska, a dermatology PA of 16 years, break down abdominal contouring and tummy tuck surgery from a surgeon’s and patient-care perspective. They explain what actually happens during a tummy tuck, including muscle repair, excess skin rem...

3. 

   24 Sept 2026

   Is Sculptra Worth It? Sculptra vs. Filler, Collagen, Risks & Results | EP 08

   In Episode 8 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algie LaBrasca, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and his sister Mistica LaBrasca, a cosmetic dermatology Physician Assistant, break down one of their favorite collagen-stimulating treatments: Sculptra. Unlike traditional hyaluronic acid filler, Sculptra is a biostimulator designed to gradually stimulate collagen and elastin over time. That means the results aren't instant—and according to Mistica and Algie, this is definitely a treatment for people will...

4. 

   17 Sept 2026

   Are Eyelid Procedures Worth It? Blepharoplasty, Fillers, Botox & Laser | EP 07

   Do you always look tired—even when you’re not? 👀 In Episode 7 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algier Lebraska, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and his sister Mystica Lebraska, a dermatology PA, break down eyelid rejuvenation and the different treatments that can change the way your upper and lower face looks. From upper and lower blepharoplasty to brow lifts, tear trough filler, PRF, bio filler, Botox, laser treatments, and fat grafting, they explain why there isn't always one procedure that fixe...

5. 

   10 Sept 2026

   Are Hair Loss Treatments Worth It? Minoxidil, PRP, Exosomes & Hair Transplants | EP 06

   Are hair loss treatments actually worth it? Which ones work—and which ones are just a waste of money? In Episode 6 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algie LaBrasca, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and Mistica LaBrasca, a cosmetic dermatology physician assistant, break down the most common hair loss treatments and hair restoration options for men and women. From minoxidil and finasteride to PRP, PRF, PDGF, exosomes, red light caps, and hair transplants, they talk about what each treatment does, who ...

6. 

   3 Sept 2026

   Are Facelifts Worth It? Deep Plane vs. SMAS, Recovery, and What Patients Should Know | EP 05

   Are facelifts actually worth it? And what is the difference between a deep plane facelift, a SMAS facelift, and a mini facelift? In Episode 5 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algie LaBrasca, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and Mystica LaBrasca, a cosmetic dermatology Physician Assistant, talk about one of the most misunderstood procedures in plastic surgery: the facelift. They get into the facelift techniques patients hear about online, including deep plane and SMAS facelifts, and explain why the ...

7. 

   27 Aug 2026

   Are Cosmetic Lasers Worth It? Skin Resurfacing, Downtime, and What Patients Should Know | EP 04

   Are cosmetic lasers actually worth it? Cosmetic lasers can improve skin texture, wrinkles, pigmentation, sun damage, redness, rosacea, scars, and overall skin quality—but not every laser is designed to do the same thing, and not every treatment is right for every patient. In Episode 4 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algie LaBrasca, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and Mystica LaBrasca, a cosmetic dermatology Physician Assistant, break down cosmetic lasers, laser skin resurfacing, energy-based trea...

8. 

   20 Aug 2026

   Is Filler Actually Worth It? Hyaluronic Acid Filler, Overfilling, and What Patients Should Know | EP 03

   Is filler actually worth it? Filler is one of the most talked-about aesthetic treatments of the last 20 years, but it is also one of the most misunderstood. In Episode 3 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algie LaBrasca, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and Mystica LaBrasca, a cosmetic dermatology Physician Assistant, break down hyaluronic acid filler, how dermal fillers evolved, why filler became so popular, and why it developed such a bad reputation. They discuss the history of filler, from early o...

9. 

   13 Aug 2026

   Why Are There So Many Med Spas? The Truth About Aesthetic Providers | EP 02

   Why are there so many med spas—and with more aesthetic providers, treatments, and trends than ever before, how can patients know who to trust? The aesthetic industry has exploded in popularity, but with more med spas, social media trends, injectables, lasers, and cosmetic treatments than ever before, it has also become harder for patients to know who to trust. In Episode 2 of Scalpel and Skin, Dr. Algie LaBrasca, a board-certified plastic surgeon, and Mistica LaBrasca, a cosmetic dermatology ...

10. 

    6 Aug 2026

    The Problem With the Aesthetics Industry: Who Can You Trust? | EP 01

    How can patients tell what is legitimate, what is overhyped, and who they can actually trust in the aesthetics industry? In the first episode of Scalpel and Skin, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Algie LaBrasca and cosmetic dermatology Physician Assistant Mistica LaBrasca share the professional journeys that brought them together and explain why they decided to start a plastic surgery and skin health podcast. Algie and Mistica look back at how cosmetic dermatology, injectables, provider ...

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