Episode 68

Sex, Skin & Semaglutide: Unfiltered Truths from the Med Spa

Published on: 1st May, 2025

In this wildly entertaining and deeply informative episode of Beauty & The Brain, hosts Dr. Chris Croley and NP Jerry Drinkard are joined by Allie Ballew, Nurse Practitioner at Skin & Tonic Med Spa. Get ready for a lightning round of "This or That," where the trio debates hot topics in aesthetic medicine—from PRP vs. penis filler and semaglutide vs. tirzepatide to Ultherapy vs. Morpheus8 and the real deal on lip flips vs. lip filler.

Expect unfiltered laughs, professional insights, and educational pearls on everything from erectile dysfunction treatments, non-surgical skin tightening, plasma vs. CO2 resurfacing, and the truth about compounded weight-loss injections. They even settle the score between Neogen PSR and Plexr Plasma, breaking down which device reigns supreme in non-invasive facial rejuvenation.

Whether you're a provider looking to expand your clinical knowledge or a beauty-savvy consumer exploring the latest in medical aesthetics, this episode is packed with practical takeaways, real patient experiences, and industry-leading tips.

💉 Featured Topics:

  • PRP for sexual wellness vs. penis girth enhancement with filler
  • Comparing Morpheus8 and Ultherapy for collagen stimulation
  • Semaglutide vs. Tirzepatide for sustainable medical weight loss
  • Lip flip vs. lip filler: What’s right for your anatomy?
  • CO2 laser vs. plasma pen technology: downtime vs. results
  • Dysport vs. Botox: Science, support, and personal preference
  • Threads vs. surgical facelift: When is going under the knife worth it?

📍Recorded at Skin & Tonic Med Spa in Pace, Florida.

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About the Podcast

Beauty & The Brain®
A Deep Dive into Medical Aesthetics
Welcome to Beauty & The Brain, the podcast where we take a deep dive into the fascinating world of medical aesthetics! I'm Dr. Chris Croley, and I'm joined by my co-host Jerry Drinkard, a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner. Together, we co-own Skin & Tonic, a medical spa that's passionate about providing the latest and greatest treatments to help our clients look and feel their best.

We started this podcast out of our love for medical aesthetics and our desire to share our knowledge and insights with others. Every week, we'll be discussing new trends, sharing our thoughts on controversial topics, and keeping you up to date on the latest technology in the industry. But we won't just be talking to ourselves! We're excited to bring in experts and industry leaders to share their perspectives and insights with our listeners.

Our goal is to provide a podcast that's authentic, informative, and genuinely helpful for anyone who's interested in beauty and wellness. Whether you're a beauty enthusiast or a medical professional, we hope you'll tune in every week to learn something new and join us on this journey of discovery.

So, if you're ready to dive into the world of medical aesthetics, join us on Beauty & The Brain, and let's explore this fascinating industry together!