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How Do I Find the Best Doctor for a Neck/face/lift?

asked 1 year ago by anon121742
Latest answer by Michael Law, MD
Question viewed 488 times
Tags: doctor referral

The more I read the more confused I get. When I inquire I get asked question like "what's your zip code". I don't give a rip where he's located. I'll fly to any State. I only have one face and I don't want any " Ooop's. I know it'important to be board certified but there is a lot more to having great skill.*I want great skill*. Please, Please Please tell me where to find the right doctor. Thumper 630 in Illinois

18 answers to How Do I Find the Best Doctor for a Neck/face/lift?

Finding a facelift surgeon

They should be Board Certified in Plastic Surgery or Facial Plastic Surgery and should have facelifting as a specialty interest of theirs and they should have 20 years of post-training experience. They should have what look like amazing photos to your eye showing consistently what you want for yourself. Facelifting is an art form so the same patient operated on by two different surgeons will have a different result. What I personally look for in photos to evaluate results... more

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Illinois Facelift

To be honest, the best way to find a great surgeon is by word of mouth, either by people that you know who have had surgery with a specific doctor, or comments you read online, etc. Advertising tells you nothing - any surgeon can advertise that the were voted the best surgeon of the century, etc., but the trick is that most of those types of things are paid accomplishements if you will. Pay for advertising in a certain magazine, and more likely than not, they will name you as a... more

Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD
Barrington Plastic Surgeon

Finding the Best Plastic Surgeon

When choosing a plastic surgeon it is imperative to select a surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Often, plastic surgeons who perform a great deal of aesthetic or cosmetic surgery will also be members of ASAPS. A plastic surgeon who is a member of ASAPS is an indication that a surgeon has significant interest in aesthetic plastic surgery. When evaluating a surgeons training, look for completion of a plastic surgery fellowship. A fellowship is an elite... more

Michael Law, MD
Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

michaellawmd.com

Plastic surgeon

How do you find the best plastic surgeon? There is not any specific one. Most are very competent. The key is to find one that provides rejuvenation without distortion of the face and leaving a natural result. I learned from one of the masters who stressed this concept. Working on the deep tissues to rejuvenate the face but re-orient the skin in a natural way to avoid the tell-tale signs of bad facelifts. Good Luck!

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Word of mouth and testimonials of friends will help you find the best facelift neck lift surgeon

The best way to evaluate the skills of a surgeon is to see and evaluate that surgeons actual results. You need to be cautious. Photos of beautiful facelift neck lift results can be purchased and "fake" testimonials can be posted on Plastic Surgery Websites. Talking to people who have had a facelift neck lift by a particular surgeon is usually a reliable way to evaluate a surgeons skill. Most surgoens who are very skilled will be happy to provide references who have... more

Brooke R. Seckel, MD
Boston Plastic Surgeon

www.drseckel.com

Facelift Surgeon

There are many excellent Facelift Surgeons throughout the country. I believe that "word of mouth" referral is critical because local Surgeons generate their reputations through great results. Avoid the "branded infomercial lifts" and associated gimmickry because if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. My advice is to meet with a few Surgeons and ask yourself the following questions: 1) Did you feel comfortable with the Surgeon? 2) Did you... more

Stephen Prendiville, MD
Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drprendiville.com

Finding the best Board Certified plastic surgeon for you...

Optimally it would be great if you have a friend that has a great outcome that can give you a personal recommendation, however this is not always possible. Then I would suggest to start by looking at before and after pictures on surgeons websites. Pick at least three surgeons with results that you like and then schedule a consultation with each, but at the time of scheduling ask if the photos you looked at are actual patients of the doctor's. When you meet with the surgeon... more

Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

www.dr-delgado.com

Who is the best face lift surgeon?

Dear patient, there are excellent face lift surgeons in most major cities. There is no single face lift surgeon who is the best. Please search for an experienced and board certified facial plastic surgeon who had done at least several hundred face lifts. The best way to find out is to have consult with several surgeons and review their face lift before and after pictures. Go with the one you feel comfortable. I perform nearly one thousand facial procedures a year and I am very skilled in... more

Kevin Sadati, DO
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

Experience and great results important for facelift surgeon

Great question. Please understand that many surgeons are excellent for facelifts. I average about 8-10 facleifts per week and have performed about 600-700 in the past 1 1/2 years. Feel free to meet with several doctors and see pictures of results as well as speak with former patients. It would also be a plus if you liked your doctor as well. Good Luck

Robert F. Gray, MD
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

How to pick a plastic surgeon for facelift or other cosmetic procedure.

Tips on picking a Plastic Surgeon Answer by George J. Beraka, MD Manhattan Plastic Surgeon 1) Is the surgeon a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery? Members usually do a lot of cosmetic surgery. 2) Did you sense a commitment to excellence in the office. Did the surgeon spend a lot of time with you? Someone who rushes through the consultation may rush through the surgery. 3) Were you treated as an individual? Did the surgeon present you with a... more

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Best Facelift Surgeons

Plastic surgeons are trained in all aspects of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. After that training many go directly into practice. Others pursue additional training in fellowship in their area of speciality (hand, face, etc). My suggestion would be to seek out a plastic surgeon who has specialized training in the face. I would also suggest talking to that surgeon's patients to see how happy their are with their results. Look at before and after... more

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

www.ShaferPlasticSurgery.com

Advice on Finding the Right Surgeon

Hi there- I absolutely agree with you... The truth is that the metrics and measures we use to select who we admit to Medical School, to Plastic Surgery Residency, and for Board Certification are in no way related to the actual talent the surgeon has for achieving a consistently beautiful result... All of these things are important, but once you've narrowed the field to only those surgeons who are Board Certified, from top schools and training programs your best bet is to look at t more

Armando Soto, MD
Orlando Plastic Surgeon

Best Doctor for a Facelift

There is not one surgeon who is the best. Find an experienced board certified surgeon who does a lot of facial rejuvenation and is a member of the faculty of a local medical school. Have several consultations and view before and after pictures of patients who had similar problems.

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Board certification and experience matter most

I would recommend finding a board certified facial plastic surgeon to perform your surgery. Board certification is only one component. You should feel comfortable with your surgeon and be able to trust them. They should be able to review pre and post-surgery photos with you as well.

Stephen Weber, MD
Lone Tree Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.lonetreefacial.com

There is no "best" surgeon.

It is very important for you to understand that there is no absolute best choice. Ultimately you will need to make a personal choice about what is best for you. With due respect for the surgeon suggesting that you find a surgeon with "proper board certification (American Board of Plastic Surgery-Not "cosmetic" surgery), board certification in general plastic surgery is not a guarantee that your surgeon will be accomplished in facelifts. Be aware that there is... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Finding best Facelift surgeon

Start with recommendations by people with results that you like. If you cannot find such, look at all the surgeons near where you are. Most of the ones who do a significant amount of facelifts will have results on their web site. Pick only those with results pleasing to you. If you find none near you, expand your search. When you visit the ones you find, ask for more information and references. You also need to feel comfortable with the surgeon and his/her office. more

Robert T. Buchanan, MD
Highlands Plastic Surgeon

How to find the best surgeon for a face and neck lift.

You are wise to seek a surgeon who is the most qualified and skilled to perform your facial plastic surgery. To find that person, your best resource is going to be friends or family members who have had the same type of surgery and had a result you admire. If you do not have access to someone with this experience then your next option is to do some research online. One of your best resources is the American Academy of Facial and Reconstructive Surgery (aafprs.org)... more

Arnold Zweig, MD
Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon

Agree with Dr. Pelletiere

I fully agree with my colleague's comments. Consults and before/after photos are your best guides once you've narrowed the field through PROPER board-certification (American Board of PLASTIC Surgery--NOT "cosmetic" surgery) and through word-of-mouth.