Anthony Youn

Anthony Youn is a plastic surgeon who focuses on cosmetic procedures and facial aging. His published research addresses both surgical and nonsurgical facial rejuvenation techniques, including volumetric facelifts, brow lift fixation, and minimally invasive facial reshaping. He has also authored commentaries on public interest and social media trends related to aesthetic surgery.

21 claims checked on air: 1 contradicted 18 supported 2 unverified

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0:07:59unverifiedvery lowThe Truth About Cosmetic Surgery & Aging | Dr. Youn

Scientific research shows that GLP-1 receptor agonist-induced weight loss produces the same fat loss characteristics in the face and buttocks as weight loss from other methods, such as a ketogenic diet.

"There's no science to show that you have a different butt when you lose weight on Ozempic versus if you lose weight by going on a ketogenic diet. You know, it's it's the same thing as far as we know." (said at 0:07:59)

No published record matching GLP-1 receptor agonist-induced facial or gluteal fat loss compared to weight loss from ketogenic diets was located; this does not prove the claim false. Clinical studies assessing body composition changes under GLP-1 receptor agonist therapy and dietary interventions focus on broad compartments—such as visceral adipose tissue, total subcutaneous fat, and lean muscle mass—rather than comparing specific gluteal or facial subcutaneous fat loss across distinct diet modalities.

0:22:12unverifiedvery lowThe Truth About Cosmetic Surgery & Aging | Dr. Youn

In the United States, there is no law preventing any licensed surgeon or physician from performing any surgical operation in their private office operating room, provided the patient signs informed consent.

"there is absolutely zero law preventing any surgeon from performing any operation as long as a patient signs on the dotted line. So, what that means, Tyna, is that as a plastic surgeon, I could perform a hysterectomy on you and it's perfectly legal." (said at 0:22:12)

No published record matching the claim that there is no law in the United States preventing any licensed surgeon or physician from performing any surgical operation in a private office setting provided informed consent is obtained was located; this does not prove the claim false.

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