333: Understanding Regenerative Options: Outcomes and Expectations

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In this episode, Dr. Grace Yum sits down with double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Westreich to explore the rise of regenerative medicine—how it works, what it’s best for, and how to choose the right provider. He breaks down options like Sculptra, EZGel PRF, and Polynucleotides, and offers practical advice on setting realistic expectations in a trend-driven industry. Episode 333 is available for download now on all of the top podcast platforms or listen now by clicking the player above!

Episode Highlights:

  • Clear explanation of regenerative medicine and why collagen induction matters
  • Comparison of Sculptra, EZGel PRF, and Polynucleotides and what each does best
  • How to choose a practitioner with the right mix of surgical and non-surgical expertise
  • Tips for navigating online information and setting realistic treatment expectations
  • What to expect regarding treatment sessions, healing time, and results variability


Meet this week’s guest:

At the forefront of facial aesthetics and rhinoplasty is Dr. Richard W. Westreich, a Castle Connolly Top Doc in Facial Plastic Surgery for 10 years running. Practicing in New York City at NewFaceNY, Dr. Westreich is renowned for his expert understanding of facial symmetry and his meticulous approach to cosmetic surgery. His philosophy centers on enhancing each patient’s unique features, improving not just their appearance but also their confidence and quality of life. Under his care, patients receive personalized consultations that respect their individual goals and concerns, backed by his extensive experience and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes.

Dr. Westreich graduated Magna Cum Laude with a B.A. in Biological Basis of Behavior, Neuroscience concentration in 1995 from the University of Pennsylvania. He completed his medical school training at the New York University School of Medicine in 1999 with an M.D. and Honors in Cell Biology Research.

Dr. Westreich received his post-graduate training in Facial Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology at the prestigious Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York City.

He is an assistant professor at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and is on staff at Lenox Hill and Mount Sinai Hospitals. He is a faculty member and teacher at a fellowship in Facial Plastic Surgery at Mount Sinai. His private practice is located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, where he specializes in rhinoplastyseptoplasty, secondary and reconstructive rhinoplasty, facelifts, eyelid surgery, and non-surgical procedures, including FaceTiteBodyTite, fat grafting, laser skin treatments, fillers (Restylane, Juvederm, Voluma) and wrinkle relaxing injections (Botox and Dysport).

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