The Shocking Truth About Fillers and More With Holistic Plastic Surgeon Dr. Chesnut

If you think a holistic approach to aging and cosmetic procedures could never co-exist, think again.

In this episode of Grounded Wellness, we had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with one of the top plastic surgeons, who takes a unique holistic approach. 

Dr. Cameron Chesnut is world-renowned for his unmatched skill in non-invasive and deeply regenerative cosmetic procedures – and his dedication to every single patient. Together, he and Bethany unpack many top-trending cosmetic skin treatments and procedures, including Botox, microneedling, radiofrequency treatments, and non-invasive face lifts. 

This conversation also dives deep into a topic our community always asks about: fillers. Dr. Chesnut provides insight as a top expert on fillers, including nuanced issues like:

• The biggest reason fillers are being misused (+ why they’re never temporary)

• How fillers migrate + why dissolving filler isn’t the safety blanket most people think it is 

• Why fillers that stimulate collagen can lead to scar tissue formation instead of the desired anti-aging effects

• The sneaky way that filler can speed up aging changes in your skin

• The ways your lymphatic system is compromised by filler

• A revolutionary + regenerative alternative to filler that works seamlessly with your biology and eliminates scary side effects like migration or long-term damage

Beyond fillers, you’ll also hear discussion on topics like:

• Why volume is only one piece of the puzzle for minimizing signs of aging 

• The type of treatment claims you should RUN from – because they simply aren’t true 

• The importance of elastin – not just collagen – to address aging skin (+ why many skincare treatments miss the mark on this) 

• Each decade of aging skin: what signs you’ll see, what’s happening beneath the surface, and what you can do about it 

• The epidemic of perception drift (+ why it’s impacting injectors at double the rate) 

• The incredibly dialed-in protocol Dr. Chesnut uses to personally prepare for surgeries + why he refuses to book more than one procedure in a day

• The reason he doesn’t use general anesthesia, opioids, or benzodiazepines – and what he does instead 

• Dr. Chesnut’s thought-provoking opinion on young moms + Botox (it’s not what you’d think!)

• The number one thing he believes plastic surgeons get wrong 

• The reason he sends all his patients home with Primally Pure’s tallow-based Baby Balm infused with their own native stem cells (We’re still pinching ourselves about this!)

• How hormones contribute to aging skin in perimenopause and beyond 

• What traditional facelifts get wrong

• Actionable lifestyle habits and proactive tips for aging gracefully (+ why he agrees that responsible sun exposure is NOT the enemy)

Dr. Chesnut speaks about complex and controversial topics with ease – citing studies, technical knowledge, and years of experience, and remarkable results in his clinic. His holistic and regenerative approach to aging skin and plastic surgery doesn’t conform to the notion that you need to significantly alter your appearance to age gracefully. 

And we couldn’t agree more.

*If you enjoyed this post, check out the full episode of Grounded Wellness to hear Dr. Chesnut and Bethany cover other topics like:

→ Botox and toxic load  

→ Why Dr. Chesnut actually believes most injectors have good intentions

→ The oldest filler Dr. Chesnut has found during a procedure (it’s a shocking number!)

→ How a stem cell-rich fat transfer improves the health of your skin for years to come

→ Laser treatments + the best ways to use them

→ Why a dental cleaning could cause filler to swell and become inflamed/tender 

→ The specific biohacks and regenerative medicine Dr. Chesnut uses for next-level results

→ Dr. Chesnut’s ideal diet for skin health (+ why protein is king) 

→ Dr. Chesnut's rapid-fire answers to a list of top trending skincare products and practices

→ A sneak peek into Bethany’s procedure after her conversation with Dr. Chesnut