Inside Aesthetics Ep 334 Trends in Plastic Surgery in 2026 | Dr Kourosh Tavakoli
Episode 334 hosts Dr Kourosh Tavakoli (Plastic Surgeon from Sydney, Australia)
In this episode we discuss the latest trends and innovations in plastic surgery. We cover the rising popularity of GLP-1 weight loss drugs and the significant impact they are having on surgical trends and procedures.
We then do a deep dive into the current preferences in breast aesthetics and the continuing evolution in techniques including as implant technology, lipo filling and the use of mesh for 'internal bra' support. We also cover the rare complications of breast implants known colloquially as 'breast implant illness' and 'breast implant associated cancer'.
Our conversation also touches on the challenges faced by Australian surgeons given the stringent marketing regulation changes and the pros and cons of patient education through social media.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:40 Holiday Reflections and Introducing Dr Kourosh Tavakoli 02:29 Trends in Cosmetic Surgery 02:53 Impact of GLP-1 Agonists on Cosmetic Procedures 04:03 Breast Implant Trends and Patient Preferences 28:28 Breast Implant Illness and Patient Education 33:12 Practical Approach to Diagnosing Breast Implant Illness 34:06 Debunking Myths About Injectables and Chronic Symptoms 36:05 Advancements in Breast Surgery Techniques 37:46 Liposuction and Lipo Filling for Breast Enhancement 41:24 The Role of Internal Bras in Breast Surgery 50:22 Regulations and Social Media in Plastic Surgery 59:17 Challenges for New Plastic Surgeons 01:05:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts