The Truth Behind Fillers & Botox: What You Need to Know About Safety, Longevity, and Results - Dr. Cameron Chesnut, MD

Nov 4, 2024

Dr. Cameron Chesnut, a facial plastic surgeon with expertise in minimally invasive procedures, discusses the rising trend of cosmetic fillers and Botox, emphasizing patient education. He shares his holistic approach to aesthetics, merging nutrition with medical practices to optimize results. Topics include the advantages of fat transfers over fillers, the efficacy of regenerative medicine, and the crucial role of sleep in aesthetic health. Chesnut also highlights the importance of informed decisions in cosmetic treatments and the impact of societal standards on self-perception.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

The Journey to Plastic Surgery: Rediscovering Creativity and Identity

02:22 • 2min

Peak Performance: Nutrition and Well-Being in Medicine

04:43 • 5min

Healthy Alternatives: Rethinking Toothpaste and Skincare Regimens

09:56 • 4min

Holistic Approaches to Aesthetic Procedures

13:27 • 18min

Enhancing Sleep and Aesthetic Solutions

31:20 • 2min

Understanding Fillers and Facial Aging

33:03 • 26min

Understanding Fat Transfers in Facial Aesthetics

59:10 • 14min

Ep. 147 On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, I sit down with Dr. Cameron Chesnut, a plastic surgeon with a passion for blending functional medicine and progressive thinking in his practice. We dive into his unique approach to patient care, focusing on everything from nutrition and peak performance during medical school to the latest in regenerative medicine, including stem cells and red light therapy. Dr. Chesnut shares insights into popular procedures like CO2 laser treatments, fillers, and lymphatic drainage massages, while also emphasizing the importance of educating patients and turning down unnecessary surgeries. We explore the balance between aesthetics and wellness, and what true health means in this evolving field.

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Topics Discussed

00:00:00 - Introduction
00:02:48 - Growing up as a creative and athletic kid
00:04:43 - Nutrition in medical school
00:05:59 - Sleep deprivation
00:08:00 - Remaining at peak performance
00:12:17 - Dr. Cameron’s process with his patients
00:16:01 - Protocol before operating and anesthesia
00:17:53 - Procedure length
00:19:48 - Understanding the use and legality of stem cells
00:22:22 - How stem cells actually work
00:24:57 - Red Light Therapy
00:27:07- Skin Rejuvenation
00:28:29 - CO2 Laser
00:33:04 - Nonsurgical options and fillers
00:39:43 - Migrating filler and filler misconceptions
00:43:45 - Lymphatic drainage massages and Sculptra
00:47:40 - Upper “bleph”
00:50:16 - Turning down patients
00:51:42 - Dangers of before and after pics
00:57:33 - Most common procedure
00:59:09 - Fat transfers
01:05:02 - Working with celebrities and the importance of educating patients
01:08:44 - What wellness means to Dr. Cameron Chesnut