Filler Longevity, Male Aesthetics & the Future of Regenerative Treatments with Dr. Terrence Keaney
Release Date: 10/15/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode of More Than A Pretty Face, Dr. Azi talks with Dr. Terrence Keaney, a Washington DC dermatologist specializing in injectables, regenerative medicine, and body contouring. They discuss why patients are more cautious with fillers, how long results last, and what causes the "overfilled" look. The conversation covers PRF, fat transfer, filler migration, biostimulators, and emerging treatments like exosomes and PDRN. Dr. Keaney also shares insights on male aesthetics, hair restoration, and his go-to treatments for natural, long-lasting results.
Timeline of what was discussed:
00:00 – Introduction
01:19 – “Filler fear” trend among patients
02:10 – Why overfilling happens
03:01 – How long fillers actually last
04:01 – Variation in filler longevity between patients
05:04 – Evaluating where to place filler
06:15 – Goal of fillers: restoring natural volume
07:13 – “Natural fillers” vs fat transfer
08:05 – Long-term filler safety & migration myths
09:12 – Why filler “migration” occurs
10:33 – Choosing the right filler and injector
12:11 – Emerging injectables (PDRN, exosomes)
15:14 – Safety concerns & lack of data on new injectables
15:50 – Biostimulators (Sculptra, Radiesse)
18:12 – Male aesthetics & growing interest
19:22 – Top male concerns: hairline, eyes, jawline
19:58 – New hair-loss research
21:22 – Hair restoration methods (medical, PRP, surgical)
22:52 – Robotic hair transplantation
23:05 – Rapid-fire Q&A
25:45 – Where to find Dr. Keeney
26:07 – Host closing remarks & listener outro
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Follow Terrence Keaney on Instagram: @drtkeaney
Check out his clinic: https://skindcderm.com/
Terrence Keaney, MD, FAAD, is a board-certified dermatologist, researcher, and educator based in the Washington, D.C. area. He is co-founder of SkinDC, a practice dedicated to personalized dermatology, where he blends medical, surgical, and aesthetic techniques to treat skin, hair, and aging concerns.
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