Facial Fillers: Separating Good Results From Bad Trends

Facial fillers have transformed aesthetic medicine—but they've also become one of its most controversial treatments. From "pillow face" to overfilled lips and viral celebrity reversals, it's no surprise that many patients are questioning whether fillers are still the right choice.In this episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Rady Rahban is joined by Charlene, RN, for a comprehensive discussion on facial fillers. Together, they explain the different types of fillers available, why hyaluronic acid fillers remain the gold standard, and how the right product, technique, and injector can make all the difference.The conversation explores where fillers can produce beautiful, natural results—including the cheeks and temples—as well as areas that require greater caution, such as the under-eyes, lips, jawline, chin, nose, and nasolabial folds. Dr. Rahban also discusses why so many patients have developed an unnatural appearance over the past decade, when filler should be dissolved, and how to recognize when surgery, not more filler, is the better solution.Whether you're considering filler for the first time or trying to understand the growing backlash against it, this episode offers an honest, evidence-based guide to using fillers safely, conservatively, and appropriately.✨ If you enjoyed this episode of Plastic Surgery Uncensored:✔️ Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.✔️ Rate & Review—your feedback helps more people find us.✔️ Follow Dr. Rady Rahban across all platforms for daily insights, behind-the-scenes, and patient education:Instagram: @drradyrahbanTikTok: @radyrahbanMDYouTube: @Rady RahbanFacebook: @Rady Rahban✔️ Share this episode with someone considering plastic surgery—the right knowledge can save a life. 🎙️ Plastic Surgery Uncensored: Real talk. Real patients. Real results.