Episode #234: A Balanced Approach For Facial Rejuvenation: Dr. Cameron Chesnut on Fillers, Botox, and Minimally Invasive Procedures LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam

Are you considering facial rejuvenation for aesthetic reasons? Or do you want to use Botox or filler for anti-aging purposes? Today’s episode gives you the ins and outs of facial aesthetics and how to approach them with longevity in mind. 
 
Today on the Biohacking Superhuman Performance Podcast, I talk with Dr. Cameron Chesnut, a facial plastic surgeon, about his approach to facial rejuvenation and aesthetics. He emphasizes the importance of artistry and individualized treatment in his practice. Dr. Chesnut also addresses the use of Botox and fillers, highlighting the narrow lane in which they should be applied and the potential risks of overuse. We discuss the advancements in minimally invasive techniques that reduce trauma and improve outcomes. Dr. Chesnut advises individuals to seek reputable practitioners and consider long-term goals when considering facial procedures. In this conversation, Dr. Cameron Chesnut and I discuss various aspects of cosmetic procedures and their impact on longevity and overall well-being. He emphasizes the importance of exploring the spectrum of available procedures and understanding the baseline tissue quality for long-lasting results. 
 
Overall, Dr. Chesnut highlights the role of hormone replacement therapy in enhancing the outcomes of procedures and the significance of personalized preoperative protocols. He shares his approach to managing discomfort without the use of painkillers and the importance of realistic expectations and patient education.
 
Dr. Chesnut is the facial plastic surgeon for the world’s high-performers. People from all corners of the globe seek his next-level results - with astonishing outcomes from minimally invasive procedures that leave his patients looking natural, rejuvenated, and seemingly untouched. He is renowned for his progressive use of regenerative medicine and postoperative recovery techniques, as well as his dedicated personal preparation for performance readiness. Even Dr. Chesnut’s anesthesia protocol is next level - focused on protecting your neurocognitive function with the safest, opioid-free anesthesia. This is NOT general anesthesia, and it even allows Dr. Chesnut to help optimize the sleep cycle after surgery.
 
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Find more from Dr. Cameron Chesnut:
Website: https://www.clinic5c.com/about/dr-cameron-chesnut/ 
Instagram: @chesnut.md
https://www.instagram.com/clinic5c.functionalmed/ 
 
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What We Discuss: 
03:02 The Art of Facial Plastic Surgery
07:52 Approach to Medicine and Wellness
12:28 Facial Rejuvenation and Aesthetics
18:13 The Narrow Lane of Botox and Fillers
23:00 Minimally Invasive Techniques and Trauma
26:40 Best Practices for Botox and Fillers
32:44 Preparing for Future Procedures
34:24 Exploring the Spectrum of Procedures
35:10 Baseline Tissue Quality and Longevity of Results
36:23 Recovery in a Functional Medicine Setting
37:40 Hormone Replacement and Procedure Duration
38:25 Customizing Procedures Based on Hormone Status
39:32 Determining When a New Procedure is Needed
40:07 Rejuvenation vs. Transformation in Older Patients
41:30 Treating the Entire Face for Natural Results
41:44 Preoperative