Dr. Kristy Hamilton on Deep Plane Facelifts, Motiva Implants, and Breast Augmentation in Houston
The Confidence Doc Plastic Surgery Podcast with Dr. Rukmini (Vinaya) Rednam
Release Date: 05/30/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode of The Confidence Doc, Dr. Rukmini Vinaya Rednam sits down with Dr. Kristy Hamilton, a Houston-based board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Dr. Hamilton shares her journey into plastic surgery, beginning with a childhood injury that introduced her to the field. She explains the concept of preservation breast augmentation, a technique gaining popularity in the U.S., and how it benefits active women by placing implants in front of the muscle, often complemented by techniques like fat grafting.
Dr. Hamilton also breaks down the undetectable facelift, and why she prefers the deep plane facelift technique for natural, long-lasting results. She explains why Motiva breast implants are her preferred choice and how they complement her surgical approach. She also touches on emerging innovations like AlloClae, a donor-derived fat product currently being explored as a future option for body contouring. Dr. Hamilton discusses the challenge of learning the business side of medicine and the importance of asking colleagues about their experiences.
Key Topics Covered:
- Preservation breast augmentation and fat grafting techniques
- Benefits of going over the muscle with breast implants
- Deep plane facelifts vs. traditional facelifts
- Why Dr. Hamilton prefers Motiva breast implants
- Future of plastic surgery with AlloClae
- Navigating the business side of medicine
Tune in to hear Dr. Hamilton’s insights on innovative surgical techniques, implant choices, and what’s next in the evolving world of plastic surgery.
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