Nov. 30, 2025
Beauty & the Beasts Podcast Episode 3 | Facial Injectables versus Surgical Rejuvenation
Fillers or surgery? In this episode of the Beauty and the Beasts Podcast, Dr. Sam Jejurikar and Dr. Sal Pacella break down the real differences between facial injectables and surgical facial rejuvenation.
They explore when fillers are the right choice, why younger patients often prefer noninvasive options, and when facelift surgery or fat grafting offers more predictable and long-lasting results. Dr. Pacella explains the limitations of fillers around the eyes and in patients with significant skin damage, while Dr. Jejurikar highlights the benefits and unpredictability of fat transfer as a foundation for facial volume.
You’ll also hear insights on:
- realistic expectations around cost, longevity, and maintenance
- the trend toward dissolving lip fillers
- complications of semi-permanent fillers and why they can be problematic during facelifts
- how to match the treatment plan to your age, anatomy, and goals
Whether you’re considering fillers, fat grafting, or full facial surgery, this conversation gives a clear, honest framework for making the right choice.
They explore when fillers are the right choice, why younger patients often prefer noninvasive options, and when facelift surgery or fat grafting offers more predictable and long-lasting results. Dr. Pacella explains the limitations of fillers around the eyes and in patients with significant skin damage, while Dr. Jejurikar highlights the benefits and unpredictability of fat transfer as a foundation for facial volume.
You’ll also hear insights on:
- realistic expectations around cost, longevity, and maintenance
- the trend toward dissolving lip fillers
- complications of semi-permanent fillers and why they can be problematic during facelifts
- how to match the treatment plan to your age, anatomy, and goals
Whether you’re considering fillers, fat grafting, or full facial surgery, this conversation gives a clear, honest framework for making the right choice.