Episodes

Dr. Alain Polynice explains what postoperative pain is normal after surgery and when it may signal an emergency. While incision-site pain, tightness, and muscle-related discomfort (such as after a tummy tuck with muscle tight...

Post-Op Fever After Plastic Surgery: When to Worry About Infection Dr. Alain Polynice discusses postoperative fever after plastic surgery, noting that a mild temperature rise right after surgery can be common, but fever aroun...

Bleeding After Plastic Surgery: Warning Signs, Drains, and When to Call 911 This episode of Body By Poly Podcast with Dr. Alain Polynice covers postoperative bleeding as a potential complication after plastic surgery, especia...

n this episode of Body By Poly with Dr. Alain Polynice we discuss a serious but uncommon post-surgery complication: pulmonary embolism. Polynice explains that during longer surgeries poor circulation—especially in the lower ...

What Does Plastic Surgery Cost Include? A Breakdown of Your Global Fee with Dr. Alain Polynice Body By Poly Podcast Dr. Polynice explains what patients are paying for when quoted the cost of plastic surgery and advocates for ...

Breast Implant Safety and Informed Consent The script emphasizes the importance of detailed informed consent before breast implant surgery, highlighting that a thorough discussion of risks, benefits, and complications helps b...

Why Some Mommy Makeovers and Body Transformations Need Multiple Surgeries Dr. Alain Polynice explains why extensive body transformations and mommy makeovers are sometimes split into two or three separate surgeries for patient...

Why Some Mommy Makeovers and Body Transformations Need Multiple Surgeries Dr. Alain Polynice explains why extensive body transformations and mommy makeovers are sometimes split into two or three separate surgeries for patient...

Why Some Mommy Makeovers and Body Transformations Need Multiple Surgeries Dr. Alain Polynice explains why extensive body transformations and mommy makeovers are sometimes split into two or three separate surgeries for patient...

Smaller Breast Implants, Big Expectations: Planning for Natural Results Dr. Alain Polynice discusses the current trend toward smaller breast implants, noting that implant sizes in his practice have shifted from 400–450cc 20 y...

Revision Plastic Surgery: Why Specialist Experience Matters Dr. Alain Polynice explains that revision surgery is among the most complex areas of plastic surgery because surgeons must work around prior scars, internal scarring...

Breast Implant Illness (BII) and Rare Implant-Associated Cancers: What to Know with Dr. Alain Polynice/Body By Poly Podcast This episode discusses key concerns related to breast implant surgery, including breast implant illne...

Why Liposuction Patients Get Disappointed: Weight Loss vs. Body Sculpting Dr. Alain Polynice explains that patients may be disappointed after liposuction when it’s used for the wrong goals or the wrong candidate. Liposuction ...

Surgery Scars Explained: Keloids vs Hypertrophic Scars & How to Heal Better Dr. Alain Polynice explains that all surgery creates scars, but visibility varies due to genetics and technique. He distinguishes keloids, which grow...

Surgical Tourism: The Hidden Costs and Risks of Surgery AbroadDr. Alain Polynice discusses surgical tourism and the real costs and consequences of having surgery abroad, drawing on experience performing revision surgery for p...

BBL Safety: How to Reduce Risks in a Brazilian Butt LiftDr. Alain Polynice, Body By Poly , explains that Brazilian butt lifts (BBLs) remain popular but carry one of the highest mortality risks in plastic surgery, citing about...

Dr. Alain Polynice Body By Poly Podcast gives his 5 non-negotiables before surgery. Before proceeding with major surgery or a major transformation: Patients must stop smoking due to wound-healing complications and increased i...

Dr. Alain Polynice Body By Poly Podcast The Importance of Surgical Drains: A Surgeon’s Perspective: In this episode, we explore the role of drains in surgical procedures, such as tummy tucks and breast reductions. Despite pat...

Body By Poly with Dr. Alain Polynice: In this episode, we explore the key differences between breast lifts and breast implants, including when you might need one, the other, or both. We delve into the intricacies of mastopexy...

Exploring Off-the-Shelf Fat Injections: A Revolutionary Alternative for Contour Enhancements: Dr. Alain Polynice In this episode, we delve into the innovative trend of using off-the-shelf fat for body contouring. Discover how...

GLP-1 Drugs and Plastic Surgery Considerations with Dr. Alain Polynice, Body By Poly Essential Considerations for Plastic Surgery on GLP-1 Medications like Ozempic In this episode, we delve into the crucial information you ne...

Body By Poly with Dr. Alain Polynice Safe Exercise Guidelines After Cosmetic Surgery: What You Need to Know In this video, we discuss the safe timeline for returning to exercise activities following various cosmetic surgeries...

Dr. Alain Polynice: Body By Poly What are realistic strategies for managing pain and swelling postoperatively.? 00:00 Introduction to Postoperative Pain and Swelling Management00:10 Importance of Following Postoperative Instr...

Debunking Myths: Is Plastic Surgery Unsafe?In this episode, we tackle the myth that plastic surgery is unsafe compared to other types of surgery. We explain that plastic surgery carries the same inherent risks as any surgical...