Is 40 really too young for a facelift, or is that an outdated way of thinking?

In this episode of the Beauty and the Beasts Podcast, Dr. Sam Jejurikar and Dr. Sal Pacella explore how facial aging actually works and why the right timing for facial rejuvenation has far less to do with age than most people think.

They discuss how volume loss, tissue laxity, weight changes, and overall health contribute to an aging appearance, and why modern facelift techniques allow for more personalized and natural results than ever before. The conversation breaks down commonly used terms like deep plane facelift and mini facelift, explaining what they really mean and why procedure names should never drive decision making.

The episode also covers realistic recovery timelines, the emotional ups and downs patients often experience after surgery, and how social media and celebrity culture have reshaped expectations around facial rejuvenation. Rather than promoting a one time solution, the discussion reframes facelifting as a thoughtful, long term approach to aging well.

This episode is designed for patients seeking clarity, surgeons thinking critically about technique, and anyone curious about what facial rejuvenation looks like in the modern era.

In this episode of Beauty and the Beasts, Dr. Sam Jejurikar and Dr. Sal Pacella break down the major trends that are reshaping plastic surgery in 2025 and 2026. From the explosion of GLP 1 medications and the rise of younger facelifts to the emerging role of artificial intelligence in aesthetic medicine, they discuss what is changing, why it matters, and what patients should understand before choosing a procedure.

They explore how GLP 1 drugs influence body contouring, fat transfer, and surgical planning, including the challenges of skin elasticity and muscle loss. They also discuss why patients in their forties are seeking facelifts earlier than ever, the benefits of early intervention, and how new technology is improving facial analysis and surgical outcomes.

The conversation also dives into the rapid growth of AI in cosmetic surgery, including imaging, patient communication, clinical documentation, and future possibilities in diagnostics and planning.

If you want to understand where plastic surgery is headed and how new innovations may affect your care, this episode offers a clear and honest look at the future of aesthetics.

Should you choose facial fillers or consider cosmetic surgery? In this episode of the Beauty and the Beasts Podcast, Dr. Sam Jejurikar and Dr. Sal Pacella break down the real differences between injectables and surgical facial rejuvenation. They discuss when fillers make sense, why younger patients often prefer treatments with minimal downtime, and when surgery offers longer-lasting, more predictable results.

Dr. Pacella explains the limitations of fillers around the eyes and in patients with significant sun damage, while Dr. Jejurikar highlights both the benefits and challenges of facial fat grafting. They also explore the growing trend of dissolving overfilled lips and the potential complications that semi-permanent fillers create during facelift surgery.

If you’ve ever wondered whether fillers, fat grafting, or facelift surgery is right for you, this episode offers an honest, practical roadmap for choosing the best option based on age, anatomy, goals, and cost.

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facial fillers, facelift, fat grafting, cosmetic surgery, injectables, lip filler dissolving, under-eye fillers, aging face, facial rejuvenation, plastic surgery podcast, Dr Sam Jejurikar, Dr Sal Pacella, Beauty and the Beasts Podcast