The Plastic Surgery Playbook

About The Plastic Surgery Playbook

No paying guests. No upselling. No marketing. We dig into what's popular, and unpopular. We discuss surgeons, specific procedures, and opinions across the industry. Plastic Surgery Playbook breaks down what actually matters when you’re thinking about cosmetic procedures, from surgical treatments to today’s most popular medical spa options. We cut through marketing, trends, and confusion to explain how to choose the right provider, what safe treatment really looks like, and why results vary so much from one person to another. Each episode unpacks real topics in aesthetic medicine, including eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), breast augmentation, facial procedures, body contouring, and non-surgical treatments like Botox, dermal fillers, skin tightening, and advanced med spa services. We explain the difference between a board-certified plastic surgeon and other cosmetic providers, what proper training looks like, and how experience shapes both surgical and non-surgical results. You’ll learn how to evaluate before-and-after photos, spot natural-looking results, understand treatment techniques, and avoid common mistakes that lead to overdone or unnatural outcomes. Whether you’re researching plastic surgery, exploring Botox and fillers, or preparing for a consultation, this podcast gives you a clear, practical framework to make informed decisions. If you want safe treatments, subtle results, and a plan that actually fits your goals—this is your playbook.

Publisher

Erin & Trevor

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

19 Mar 2026

Latest episode

1 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

16 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Jun 2026

   Plastic Surgeons Explain Why Male Breast Tissue Won’t Go Away With Workouts

   Some men spend years trying to fix their chest in the gym. They cut calories. They lift harder. They do endless pushups, chest presses, and cardio. They get lean everywhere else. Arms improve. Shoulders sharpen. Their waist gets smaller. But the fullness around the nipple stays. That is the frustration at the center of this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook. In this episode, Erin and Trevor break down gynecomastia, also known as male breast tissue, and explain why it is not always a fit...

2. 

   28 May 2026

   AI Face vs Real Surgery: Plastic Surgeons Warn Patients About Impossible Beauty Filters

   AI can create a flawless face in seconds. But human anatomy doesn’t work like a filter. In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook, Erin and Trevor unpack the growing collision between artificial intelligence, beauty filters, patient expectations, and real plastic surgery. The episode explores why AI generated images can be so seductive, why they can also be medically misleading, and how expert surgeons are using AI in a very different way inside the clinic. The conversation begins with ...

3. 

   19 May 2026

   Plastic Surgeons Reveal Why Deep Plane Facelifts Look So Natural

   Why do some people look dramatically younger after plastic surgery while others look tight, stretched, or obviously “done”? The answer is not skincare. It is not lasers. And it is not fillers. In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook we break down the modern gold standard of facial rejuvenation which is the deep plane facelift and explain why it has completely changed the world of anti aging surgery. Using clinical insights from Dr. Shim Ching along with expertise from Dr. Carl Truesda...

4. 

   24 Apr 2026

   Plastic Surgeons Reveal the Skincare Lies Aging Your Face (And Wasting Your Money)

   What if the skincare products you trust the most are doing almost nothing for your skin or even making things worse over time In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook we break down what actually works for anti aging using real clinical insight from Dr. Shim Ching and Dr. Amir Karam These are board certified surgeons who see the true condition of the skin beneath the surface every day not just the polished results you see online Their perspective cuts through the noise and focuses on wh...

5. 

   11 Apr 2026

   Deep Plane Facelift vs SMAS: Why Some People Never Look “Done”

   You’ve seen it before. Someone you haven’t seen in years walks into the room… and somehow, they haven’t aged at all. No tight skin. No obvious scars. No “pulled” look. So how is that even possible? In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook, we break down the real difference between a traditional SMAS facelift and the advanced deep plane facelift—and why one approach can leave you looking “done,” while the other makes you look naturally younger without a trace. Using surgical insights fr...

6. 

   9 Apr 2026

   Mini Tummy Tuck? 90% of People Don’t Even Qualify

   Social media makes it look fast, easy, and almost effortless… but for most patients, that couldn’t be further from the truth. In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook, we break down the real difference between a mini tummy tuck and a full tummy tuck and why choosing the wrong one can lead to disappointing (and sometimes irreversible) results. Using data from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and clinical insights from Dr. Shim Ching—a board-certified plastic surgeon in Honolulu ...

7. 

   7 Apr 2026

   Why Your Stomach Won’t Flatten (And What a Tummy Tuck Actually Fixes)

   You can lose the weight. You can do the workouts. You can do everything right. And still… your stomach won’t go flat. In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook, we break down the real reason why—and why, for millions of women, it has nothing to do with fat at all. Using clinical insights from Dr. Shim Ching, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Honolulu known for performing over 30,000 tummy tuck procedures, we uncover what’s actually happening beneath the surface of the abdomen and why...

8. 

   1 Apr 2026

   Liposuction Just Became #1 (What No One Tells You Before Surgery)

   Liposuction just took the top spot in cosmetic surgery—and the reasons behind it aren’t what most people think. In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook, we break down the massive post-pandemic surge in liposuction, why it’s happening now, and what’s actually going on beneath the surface when fat is removed from the body. Using real clinical data and insights from top surgeons including Dr. Shim Ching, along with perspectives from leading experts like Dr. Randy Rutterman and Dr. Darrel...

9. 

   30 Mar 2026

   The Dark Truth About Retinol (Why It Works So Well Anyway)

   The cream sitting on your bathroom counter that promises smoother skin, fewer wrinkles, and a younger face, has a history most people have never heard. And with good reason! It started in a prison. And it wasn't exactly ethical. In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook, we uncover the dark origin story of retinol, the most powerful and widely recommended anti-aging ingredient in skincare. And we break down the real science behind why it works so well. Using clinical insights from Dr. S...

10. 

    26 Mar 2026

    Men Are Quietly Getting Plastic Surgery — And It’s Exploding

    Men aren’t “suddenly” getting plastic surgery. They’ve been doing it. Quietly. Strategically. And now the numbers are exploding. In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook, we break down what’s really happening behind the rise in male cosmetic procedures—and why the old stigma is officially dead. Using real clinical data and surgical insights from Dr. Shim Ching—a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 26 years of experience and nearly 30,000 procedures performed globally—we unpack th...

11. 

    25 Mar 2026

    Why Fillers Can Make You Look More Tired (No One Talks About This)

    You’ve seen it. Smooth skin. No wrinkles. Yet somehow… they look more tired than before. So, what’s actually going on? In this episode of The Plastic Surgery Playbook, we break down one of the biggest contradictions in modern aesthetics: why Botox and dermal fillers that are designed to make you look younger, can sometimes leave people looking puffy, heavy, and exhausted instead. Using insights from board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shim Ching, who brings over 25 years of experience and an ...

12. 

    23 Mar 2026

    What Most Surgeons Get Wrong About Asian vs Caucasian Faces

    Plastic surgery isn’t one-size-fits-all—and treating it that way is where things go wrong. In this episode, we break down the fundamental differences between Asian and Caucasian plastic surgery, using insights from Hawaii's top-rated plastic surgeon Dr. Shim Ching, a board-certified plastic surgeon known for precision and natural results, along with perspectives from surgeons like Australia's Dr. Ellis Choi and international experts in aesthetic medicine. We explore how ethnic anatomy, cultur...

13. 

    22 Mar 2026

    How to Spot an Elite Plastic Surgeon (Before It’s Too Late)

    Choosing a plastic surgeon isn’t just about credentials—it’s about knowing how to recognize real expertise. In this episode, we break down what actually separates an average provider from an elite plastic surgeon, using insights from videos by Dr. Shim Ching, a board-certified plastic surgeon known for his focus on precision, experience, and natural-looking results. We unpack the deeper factors most patients overlook, including surgical training, artistic judgment, and the small technical det...

14. 

    21 Mar 2026

    Asian Rhinoplasty: Built, Not Reduced (What Most Surgeons Miss)

    Asian rhinoplasty isn’t about removing—it’s about building. In this episode, we break down the highly specialized structural engineering behind Asian rhinoplasty, using insights from Dr. Shim Ching, a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 25 years of experience focused on achieving natural, long-lasting results. We explain why traditional “reduction rhinoplasty” techniques often fail for Asian patients and how modern approaches focus on augmentation, support, and long-term stability. From...

15. 

    20 Mar 2026

    15 Years of Training vs. a Weekend Course… Who’s Operating on You?

    What’s the real difference between a highly trained plastic surgeon and someone calling themselves a “cosmetic surgeon”? It’s bigger than most people think and it can directly impact your results. In this episode, we break down key insights from YouTube videos by Hawaii's Dr. Shim Ching of Asia Pacific Aesthetics, a board-certified plastic surgeon known for his focus on precision, artistry, and natural-looking results. We unpack his Four Pillars of Surgical Excellence (training, skill, exper...

16. 

    19 Mar 2026

    Mommy Makeovers: What They Fix - Physically and Emotionally

    In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most transformative yet misunderstood areas of plastic surgery: the Mommy Makeover. While many think of it as a standard "one-size-fits-all" procedure, Honolulu-based renowned board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shim Ching joins us to explain why true restoration requires a highly customized approach tailored to every individual's unique journey. We begin by defining what a mommy makeover actually is—a single surgery designed to rejuvenate both th...

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