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What is Acceptable Background to Do Facelift Surgery?

asked 3 years ago by nhcent in NJ
Latest answer by Rafael C. Cabrera, MD
Question viewed 1,125 times
Tags: facial plastic surgeon, facial plastic surgery

A doctor certified by the board of opthomology & otolaryngology is doing the Quick lift facial surgery. Is this an acceptable background for facial surgery?

15 answers to What is Acceptable Background to Do Facelift Surgery?

Otolaryngology board certification is acceptable

Yes, board certification in Otolaryngology is acceptable. However, remember that this is a mini lift and you will get a mini result. You would be wise to get a second opinion from a board certified and experienced Facial Plastic or Plastic Surgeon!

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

Do your research for facelift doctors

Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology are 2 different specialties. The background of your surgeon is only one of the important questions to ask before your facelift. In general, most facelifts today are performed by board certified plastic surgeons and board certified facial plastic surgeons. But there are surgeons within each of these 2 specialties who rarely (or not at all) perform facelifts, because their interests are elsewhere. Less frequently, otolaryngologists/ head & neck surgeon... more

Frank P. Fechner, MD
Worcester Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drfechner.com

Facelifts: Facial Plastic Surgons and Plastic Surgeons

When I answer this question, I think of who I would send my Mother to. I would only send her to a Board Certified, Fellowship trained Facial Plastic Surgeon or a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with a special interest in Facelift Surgery. It makes sense to see a surgeon who specializes in faces and these are the only two groups who match that criteria. A little explanation is necessary regarding an issue frequently brought up: The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) and Facial... more

Stephen Prendiville, MD
Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drprendiville.com

Unlikely your doctor certified in both ophthalmology and otolaryngology

Dear nhcent: It is unlikely that your doctor is board certified in both ophthalmology and otolaryngology. First, be aware that no residency program provides sufficient training in facelifting. This includes ophthalmology, otolaryngology, general plastic surgery, or dermatology. There are individuals in each of these specialities who have gone on to do additional training to develop special expertise in performing a face lift. These training programs include informal preceptorship with... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Opthomology and ENT? unlikely

These two fine board certifications are indicative of highly trained surgeons who are comfortable with complex surgeries in the upper and midf face. the red flag here is that it would be very unlikely that a doctor would hold these two board certifications. the second red flag is the "quick lift", very catchy and smells gimmicky to me. I suggest you do your homework carefully and if this physician is ABMS board certified in these two specialties then I will stand corrected. more

Rafael C. Cabrera, MD
Boca Raton Plastic Surgeon

When considering having a facelift, choose your surgeon wisely

In today's economy, more and more doctors from outside specialties are dabbling in cosmetic surgery. There are now dentists and ophthalmologists and dermatologists doing facelifts. There are made up terms like oculo-facial and dermatologic surgery. These all sound sexy but they are made up marketing terms. The only 2 specialists who you should even consider are board certified facial plastic surgeons or board certified plastic surgeons. These 2 specialties spend their entire... more

Jason B. Diamond, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Best Background For Facelift Surgery

As a minimum qualification for a surgeon working on your face, he or she should be Board Certified in either Facial Plastic Surgery or Plastic Surgery. You should chose a surgeon based on his experience with facelifting, knowledge of facial anatomy, and training/background.

Anil R. Shah, MD
Chicago Facial Plastic Surgeon

Qualifications for Facelift Surgery

A physician certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology with additional training in facial plastic surgery or a board certified plastic surgeon are acceptable credentials for facelift surgery. Dr. ES

Earl Stephenson Jr., MD, DDS
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Qualification for performing Facelifts

While everyone knows they should see an Orthopedic surgeon for bone and joint issues, a Gynecologist for women's health and a Pediatrician for childhood disease, many are still needlessly confused as to who best see for cosmetic Plastic surgery. The ONLY ABMS board which certifies doctors in Plastic Surgery of the face and body is the American Board of Plastic Surgery. To get a full listing of all its surgeons you can consult www.PlasticSurgery.org the website of The American Society of... more

Peter A. Aldea, MD
Memphis Plastic Surgeon

Qualified to do a facelift

When you are looking for a surgeon to perform your facial plastic surgery, you should only be consulting with surgeons who are Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeons. Most facial plastic surgeons are also board certified as an Otolaryngologist. You can visit the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (aafprs.org) to locate a facial plastic surgeon in your area. My advice is consult with a minimum of 3 surgeons, ask to see before and after pictures of their actual... more

Arnold Zweig, MD
Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon

Who should do a facelift??

The ONLY 2 specialties who should do facelifts are Board Certified Plastic Surgeons (Plastic Surgeons) and Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeons (Otolaryngologists, ENT's). That's it - not ophthalmologists (eye doctors), dermatologists (skin doctors), or dentists (amazing isn't it that there are dentists who want to do facelifts!).

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

You have one face, carefully research your facelift surgeon

If I was looking for a surgeon for this proceure, the only surgeon I would consider is a Board certified plastic surgeon with specific training in facelift surgery. You have one face. Hopefully you respect yourself enough to trust your face with a fully trained well qualified individual.

Vivian Hernandez, MD
Boca Raton Facial Plastic Surgeon

Facial surgical procedures

The best and really only surgeons that should be performing face lift surgery are those that are trained to do so in residency. The two groups are facial plastic surgeons that are originally ENT trained, and plastic surgeons. Period.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Facial plastic surgery doctors

Facial plastic surgery is most often performed by plastic surgeons or ENT surgeons. A nice place to find a board certified plastic surgeon in your area is on the website, www.surgery.org. This is the website of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.

Sanjay Grover MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

www.doctorgrover.com

Check Board Certification, Before and After Photos, References

Whatever you do, don't rush into making a decision. Facelift surgery is the most complicated surgery and the most obvious when it goes wrong. Make sure you take your time and do lots of research. Go to several consultations and see your final surgeon more than once before you make your final decision. The most important qualifications to look for are: 1. Board Certified Plastic Surgeon (Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons) with many years of experience. 2. Before and after... more