Plastic/Aesthetic Surgery by Dr. Dustin Reid

Plastic/Aesthetic Surgery by Dr. Dustin Reid đź”·Double board-certified plastic surgeon in ATX
🎓 Emory-trained
🏆 Exceptional results

This is what intentional surgery looks like.A double incision top surgery is designed for patients who need more than ju...
04/30/2026

This is what intentional surgery looks like.

A double incision top surgery is designed for patients who need more than just tissue removal… it allows for precise contouring, skin tightening, and complete reshaping of the chest.

In this before and after, notice:
• A flatter, more structured chest contour
• Removal of excess skin for a smoother result
• Strategic incision placement that follows the natural lines of the body
• Early scar healing that will continue to soften over time

This approach isn’t about just making the chest flat.
It’s about creating a masculine shape that looks natural in proportion, movement, and everyday life.

And while scars are part of the process, they’re placed with purpose… designed to fade and become a subtle part of the final result.

For many patients, this is more than a physical change.
It’s the moment things start to feel aligned.

If you’re researching double incision top surgery in Austin, this is what thoughtful planning and ex*****on can achieve.

Performed by Dr. Dustin Reid
Austin, TX

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

04/28/2026

Ni**le Sensation After Top Surgery — What to Expect

One of the most common questions we hear during consultations:
“Will I still have ni**le sensation after top surgery?”

In this segment, Dr. Reid breaks it down with honesty and nuance.

Because the answer isn’t a simple yes or no… it’s different.

During top surgery, the ni**le and ar**la are repositioned as a skin graft. That means the original nerve connections are divided. As a result, the unique type of ni**le sensation you had before will not be the same.

But here’s where it matters:

• Most patients do regain sensation in the chest over time
• You can still feel touch, pressure, and contact
• Some patients even report returning sensation in the ni**le area
• But the quality and type of sensation is different than before

This is why expectation-setting is so important.

At Restora, these conversations happen early and openly… so you understand not just the aesthetic outcome, but the sensory experience that comes with it.

If you’re researching top surgery in Austin, this is the level of transparency and detail you should expect in your consultation.

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

Six months, and the difference is refinement—not reinvention.Rhinoplasty, when done well, doesn’t change who you are. It...
04/26/2026

Six months, and the difference is refinement—not reinvention.

Rhinoplasty, when done well, doesn’t change who you are. It brings balance to your features so everything else can shine.

In this 6 month rhinoplasty before and after, notice:
• A smoother nasal bridge
• Improved symmetry from the front view
• A more refined tip that fits her facial proportions
• Softer overall harmony across the face

The goal is never to create a “new nose.”
It’s to create your nose… just more balanced, more proportionate, and more in alignment with your features.

And at six months, this is still an evolving result. Subtle swelling continues to resolve, revealing even more definition over time.

If you’re exploring rhinoplasty in Austin and want results that look natural in real life—not overdone or obvious—this is what thoughtful surgical planning looks like.

Performed by Dr. Dustin Reid
Austin, TX

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

04/26/2026

Managing Expectations is Part of the Outcome

One of the most important conversations in cosmetic surgery doesn’t happen in the OR… it happens before a plan is ever made.

In this segment, Dr. Reid breaks down a reality many patients don’t hear enough:

Not every result is anatomically achievable.

And that matters.

Because great outcomes don’t come from chasing trends or idealized features. They come from understanding your unique structure, your proportions, and what will look natural on you.

At Restora, this starts early.
Clear conversations.
Honest guidance.
Aligned expectations between patient, coordinator, and surgeon.

Because the goal isn’t to promise everything…
It’s to deliver what’s right, what’s safe, and what will stand the test of time.

If you’re considering cosmetic surgery in Austin, the first step isn’t the procedure… it’s the conversation.

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

Six months can change more than just a silhouette.A Tummy Tuck 360 isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about restoring ...
04/25/2026

Six months can change more than just a silhouette.

A Tummy Tuck 360 isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about restoring structure where it’s been stretched, weakened, or lost over time. Skin, muscle, and contour all working together again… the way they’re meant to.

What you’re seeing here is more than a flatter abdomen.

It’s the removal of what no longer served her.
It’s the tightening of a core that supports her every day.
It’s the return of a shape that feels strong, supported, and intentional.

And while the physical transformation is clear, what matters most is what follows… the confidence to wear what you want, the ease in how you move, the quiet shift in how you see yourself.

Because this isn’t about going back to who you were.
It’s about moving forward feeling more like yourself again.

Performed by Dr. Dustin Reid
Austin, TX

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

There’s a moment you start to notice at follow-up.A patient walks in a little differently than they did before. More rel...
04/24/2026

There’s a moment you start to notice at follow-up.

A patient walks in a little differently than they did before. More relaxed. More present. More confident in a way that doesn’t need to be said out loud.

The results matter, of course. The contour, the symmetry, the precision. But what stays with me is how those results show up in everyday life… how someone carries themselves, the way they dress, the ease they feel in situations that once felt uncomfortable.

That shift is never just physical.

It’s a reminder that this work goes beyond the procedure itself. It’s about helping people feel more aligned with who they are… and seeing that come to life is something I never take for granted.

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

Some decisions aren’t clinical. They’re deeply personal.For our FTM patients, this isn’t about a procedure… it’s about f...
04/19/2026

Some decisions aren’t clinical. They’re deeply personal.

For our FTM patients, this isn’t about a procedure… it’s about finally closing the gap between how you’ve always felt and how you’re seen.

There’s a quiet weight that comes with feeling misaligned in your own body. And there’s an even quieter kind of freedom when that weight is gone.

No more overthinking what to wear.
No more adjusting, hiding, or explaining.
Just showing up… as yourself.

That’s why this work goes beyond technique.
It’s about listening, understanding, and creating a result that feels right not just physically, but emotionally and mentally too.

Because when your body finally feels like yours… everything else gets lighter.

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

04/17/2026

Not Every Chest Has One Goal

Top surgery isn’t one-size-fits-all. And it’s definitely not limited to a “masculine” outcome.

In this conversation, Dr. Reid and Roxy break down what personalized top surgery really means… especially for patients who identify as non-binary or simply want something different from the traditional approach.

Because there’s no such thing as a “non-binary chest.”
There’s only your goals.

For some, that means:
• A flatter chest without being completely flat
• Preserving a small amount of tissue for a softer contour
• Choosing not to replace the ni**le and ar**la
• Custom incision placement based on aesthetic preference

This is where surgical expertise meets real listening.

Every decision is guided by what the patient wants to see… balanced with what is safe, sustainable, and built to last long-term.

If you’re exploring top surgery in Austin and want an approach that’s tailored to you, not a template, this is what that conversation looks like.

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

Side profile results matter.This 1 year post-op top surgery before and after highlights the importance of chest contouri...
04/15/2026

Side profile results matter.

This 1 year post-op top surgery before and after highlights the importance of chest contouring from every angle, not just front-facing views.

In this side view, you can see:
• Reduced chest projection
• A smoother, flatter contour
• A natural transition from chest to abdomen
• Improved overall masculine silhouette

Top surgery isn’t just about removing tissue. It’s about sculpting a chest that looks balanced in motion, in posture, and in real life.

At one year, with scars continuing to mature, the result becomes less about recovery and more about confidence, comfort, and alignment.

If you’re researching top surgery in Austin or looking for natural, long-term results, this is what thoughtful surgical planning can achieve.

Performed by Dr. Dustin Reid
Austin, TX

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

04/13/2026

Top Surgery 101: Creating the Ideal Masculine Chest

What actually goes into creating a natural, masculine chest?

It comes down to precision and planning.

Top surgery isn’t just about removing tissue. It’s about building shape and proportion through:
• Incision placement — positioned to heal cleanly and follow natural lines
• Ni**le and ar**la sizing and positioning — critical for a masculine appearance
• Liposuction for contouring — used to refine edges and highlight the pectoralis muscle

Every detail matters. The goal is a chest that looks balanced, defined, and natural — not surgical.

No two patients are the same, which means every plan is customized based on anatomy and individual goals.

If you’re considering top surgery and want to better understand what goes into achieving these results, this is where the conversation starts.

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in bio

Every top surgery is built around one thing: alignment.For this patient, that meant choosing not to have ni**le grafts. ...
04/09/2026

Every top surgery is built around one thing: alignment.

For this patient, that meant choosing not to have ni**le grafts. And that decision is just as valid as any other. Top surgery isn’t about following a standard — it’s about creating a chest that reflects how someone wants to exist in their body.

In this case, the focus was on achieving a smooth, flat contour with clean lines and balanced proportions. Without ni**le grafts, the result is intentionally minimal, streamlined, and consistent with the patient’s goals.

That’s an important part of this conversation. There isn’t one “right” outcome. Some patients want ni**le repositioning, some want grafts, and some choose to forgo them entirely. Each approach is guided by anatomy, preference, and what feels most authentic to the individual.

Technically, this involves precise removal of tissue, careful management of skin, and shaping the chest in a way that looks natural on that body — regardless of the specific aesthetic chosen.

The goal is never to create a version of someone else.
It’s to help patients feel like themselves.

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

04/04/2026

Patient Story Series | Charlie’s Top Surgery – Part 1

Some journeys aren’t about becoming someone new…
they’re about finally feeling like yourself.

At 33, Charlie made the decision to move forward with top surgery at Restora. Not just for a physical change, but for something deeper… alignment.

What mattered most wasn’t just the outcome.
It was the experience getting there.

Feeling heard.
Feeling understood.
Being treated as a person first, not just a patient.

That connection matters, especially in moments that carry this much weight.

Today, Charlie shares what it feels like to look in the mirror and see the outside finally reflect the inside… and the freedom that comes with simply showing up as yourself, without explanation.

This is just the beginning of Charlie’s journey.

đź“Ť Restora Austin Plastic Surgery Center
đź“ž 512-371-8817
đź”— Schedule your consultation through the link in our bio

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901 W. 38th Street Suite 401
Austin, TX
78705

Website

https://www.dustinreidmd.com/mommy-makeover

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