You're listening to the Confident Choice podcast with me, Dr. Roberto Garcia, a double board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. Honest conversations and expert advice about the decisions that make you feel your best.

In episode eight I sit down with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Patrick Basile to discuss red flags in consultations, how social media skews patient expectations, choosing between surgical and non-surgical options (Kybella, CoolSculpting, lasers), the importance of skin health and proper training, and a personal story about how we met plus a lesson on persistence from my father.

Dr. Roberto Garcia explains what makes a patient a good surgical candidate, how surgeons and patients align expectations, and why in-person evaluation matters after a surge in virtual consultations. He covers timing, realistic goals, and the emotional and ethical responsibilities surgeons hold when recommending procedures.

The episode also warns against chasing cheaper or inappropriate solutions, emphasizes the importance of trust and aftercare, and closes with a personal lesson on friendships and priorities—reminding listeners that hearing “not yet” from a surgeon can be the right advice.

You're listening to the Confident Choice Podcast with me, Dr. Roberto Garcia, a double board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. In this episode we explore the philosophy of the "natural look," how facial aging happens (collagen loss, volume loss and gravity), and why small, strategic changes—not dramatic overhauls—create the most natural, lasting results. We also discuss facial thirds and proportions, timing of interventions, and practical approaches to maintain a refreshed, balanced appearance.

Dr. Garcia closes with a personal reflection on gratitude, the influence of his father's immigrant story, and the importance of appreciating those who paved the way while making thoughtful choices for the future.