I went to Dr. Matarasso for a revision rhinoplasty and a facelift. Both procedures produced such beautiful results that I was brought to tears. He truly changed my life, I have confidence that I never had before. The healing time was pretty minimal, and even if it wasn't it would have been worth the results. His staff was friendly and you can tell he is a TOP surgeon just from a 5-minute conversation, he really knows what he is talking about and has written many many articles and journals on the surgeries he performs. The informational materials the office provided prior to surgery was also very helpful.
I have had the good fortune of being able to have two facelifts in my life. However, I have had the misfortune to have one of those be not only a terrible surgical experience but to have the ensuing result be terribly poor, so I am in the position of being informed enough to compare. But it was my experience with Dr. Alan Matarasso, who performed my first surgery, who I would characterize as a surgical rock star — remarkably skilled, talented, an expert in knowledge and with his hands. He checks all the boxes you will want in a surgeon working on your body, but especially on your face. For me, Alan Matarasso did a mid-facelift, necklift, and upper and lower bleph, and from first consultation to outpatient and final results, it was a phenomenal experience. He is, based on my personal experience, a magician with his skill, hands, expertise, technique. To a person who knew about my surgery, every single one was in awe of the work he performed. While ALL had said pre-surgery that I didn't need to do it, actually that I shouldn't, after healing they unanimously were amazed by the transformation. One male friend in particular who had been vehemently opposed would stare at my face after my healing and say, "I am so glad you didn't listen to me. You looked great before but wow, he did an amazing job." This friend still repeats that all these years later because he was so incredulous at my incredible result. Please note that I had done my homework for decades, always knowing full well that one day I would have my face done. In that light, I had read everything I could find in books by experts, respected magazines, other patient experiences, consulted with surgeons, and consulted with recognized expert plastic surgery consultants in New York City. I met with both David Hidalgo and Dan Baker, both internationally renowned and respected as go-tos. In anything I read and researched, on every top plastic surgeon list in NYC, Alan Matarasso's work was consistently at the top of the list, included everywhere, and my consultation and eventual procedure with him bore out that reputation. I knew from research that Dr. Matarasso was a plastic surgeon extraordinaire who had been (still is) widely respected internationally, known as one of the elite group of most highly regarded surgeons on the Upper East Side who is as accessible to the everyday patient as he is to celebrities, is extensively published in magazines and medical journals, has chaired or been on the board of all the major plastic surgery related associations including AAPS and ASPS, is a manuscript reviewer for the AMA, has been selected by Castle & Connolly as one of the “Best Cosmetic Surgeons in America” annually (by his peers, no less!) since 1996. Pretty impressive credentials. I knew from my reading that he had been personally mentored by Brazil’s Ivo Pitanguy, known internationally as the “Father of Modern Plastic Surgery.” My own experience with Alan Matarasso was extraordinary from beginning to end. From the outset he was honest, upfront, approachable, clearly knowledgeable, and seemingly genuinely interested. He never overpromised. As a matter of fact, while other doctors told me a lift would last me 10 years, he shook his head and said maybe but not likely; you can usually expect them to be good for about 7 to 8 years. His work ended up lasting me 9 to 10 years before I began noticing the initial onset of jowling. And my eyes lasted me, well, it's 18 years later and I'm just beginning to consider having them done again. Dr. Matarasso took as much time as was necessary to explain his considered and knowledgeable thoughts during my consult. And he did that with every patient who was in a consultation room while I was there — he took the time, he wasn’t preoccupied by the next patient or unapproachable or hurried. He had a sense of humor and was easy and comfortable to be with, a big plus. The moment after leaving my consult, I knew I would do it. I felt firmly confident, I had not one moment of hesitation, apprehension, or fear from that moment forward, which was unlike me (and which was definitely not the same experience with the second surgeon years later). And actually at that point I couldn't wait to do it!! I really found that pretty remarkable. On the morning of my surgery, I checked in to the Manhattan Eye, Ear, & Throat Hospital, from which some of the country’s best surgeons operate. Dr. Matarasso came in with his team, introduced us all, was upbeat, put me at ease immediately, began marking up my face, and we said, "Let's do this." I had my surgery under general anesthesia. I woke up in recovery, elated. Truth. That is not an understatement at all. I was moved to a room to 'recuperate.’ The truth is, I had not one moment's pain. Ever. Not one. Unbelievable to my mind, but also true. Over the next two weeks, as the very minimal bruising and swelling decreased, I was in awe and so very happy with my results, which totally reinforced my positivity about going through with my procedures. As my healing took shape, we could all see my face had been transformed from aging signs of a middle aged woman to simply spectacular. And that's no exaggeration. My jawline was that of a woman at least 10 years younger (I was 49). I wasn't pulled taut at all, I looked natural, the result was subtle but amazing, and I was thrilled. Men were actually doing double takes from cars, in office buildings, on the street!!! Maybe not cool in this #MeToo era but I was okay with it again. I followed up with my appointments afterwards and never once did Dr. Matarasso treat me as though he had done the work, gotten paid, and was now dismissive. NEVER. I saw him over the years a few times to check in about what he thought about another lift, and we chatted and laughed — he was always great. And he also always said nope, not time, judie, you don’t need another lift yet. Unfortunately, when the time came in 2016 that I wanted to do another one and really did ‘need’ it, Dr. Matarasso and I couldn't seem to connect because of our schedules (he is often called all over the country to speak and consult and I had to travel to see him) and my financial situation had also changed so I thought I would be unable to afford him. Importantly, and please note, when I did finally go see him after my second very terrible surgery — desperate and nearly in tears at what I had done by going to another surgeon and those results — it turned out he would have been in a fully reasonable and affordable fee range. Believe me, I am still kicking myself. Hard. I would go back to Dr. Matarasso, given the opportunity and having my funds from that second terrible surgery back, and I’d have him fix this in a second, no hesitation. I cannot extol Alan Matarasso’s talent, skill, knowledge, bedside manner, personality, and expertise enough. I simply just can’t. I have posted here a collage of my procedure's afters with Dr. Matarasso; If you want a couple of befores, contact me and I will share privately.. And I will also pass along a warning as a result of my second surgery — because of my lack of due diligence, assuming every surgeon was the caliber of my first experience with Dr. Matarasso — the doctor sutured all along my temple and in front of my ear and I now have visible Frankenstein track scars down both sides of my face. BE CAREFUL. Don’t think twice about the extra thousand or two – see a reputable surgeon. Of course, my recommendation for that is Alan Matarasso. He is regarded as one of the best. There's a reason for that.
Wanted to look fresher, not necessarily younger but I do!!! The first 4 days were some Bruising and swelling I did have a drain for 24 hours but nothing for nothing and it helps take the swelling down. The staff is caring and actually fun to be around they are warm and friendly. I would highly recommend dr Matarasso
I got my eyelids done by Dr Matarasso and I look ten years younger. I knew he would do a great job but I did not expect to be this happy and confident. I will definitely be seeing him again in the future and have already referred him to my friends. I can confidently say that having this surgery was one of the best decisions of my life.
After months of research I visited doctor Matarasso for a breast augmentation and I could not be happier with the results. He was extremely attentative and informative throughout the entire process. My breasts look better than I could have imagined. I'm not surprised he's a favorite doctor among celebrities.
I've been a small B cup my whole life and after having kids decided I wanted to be a full D. I did a lot of research on Dr Matarasso and he's been on the best doctors list for years. He's extremely knowledgable and I've already told all my friends interested in surgery about him. I'm so incredibly happy with my results and I look forward to every beach vacation now.
met doctor he was very thorough, no imaging which he explained can give a look that I may like but cannot be obtained with surgey, in other words it's unrealistic. The surgey was about an hour no pain, stuffy nose was all, cast off in six days! A little swollen but could immediately see my profile. It continues to improve. I absolutely love it!!!!
Hi girls. Like so many of you out there ,I have been reading everyone's stories and finally decided to share mine . My name is Ria. I am 42 years old with 3 children. Identical twin girls who are 7 years old and a son who is 5. I am 5'8" and was always fairly thin ( 135lbs) that is until I started fertility treatments about 10 years ago. Thankfully I conceived fairly quickly but gained 30 lbs before I even got pregnant due to all of the drugs. During first pregnancy I gained over 100 pounds. Crazy. I didn't lose much of it before getting pregnant again with my son. After my son was born I just didn't have the willpower to lose the weight. I was depressed and just not enjoying life. 4 years later I knew I had to do something. I just wasn't ' living' and knew it wasn't fair to my children. I joined weight watchers and worked out 6 days a week. I lost nearly 80 pounds in about 8 months and feel fantastic,. After the weight loss I have loose skin ( and fat) around my stomach. So I am having a mommy makeover in 5 weeks! I am having a breast lift along with the tt. I am so excited but of course nervous. I actually thought I would be more nervous than I am but reading all if your stories made me more excited than nervous . Thank you all for that. I live on long island in new York and am having my surgery in new York city. I consulted with quite a few dr's but ultimately knew right away which dr was for me. Living so close to NYC I have access to so many wonderful plastic surgeons. I am happy to be going through this journey with all of you. I look forward to getting to know many of you and sharing our experiences. Good luck to you all!! Updated on 20 Aug 2012: Well yesterday was a month until my 'mommy makeover' reading everyone's experience on this site has helped so much. I want to post pics soon, but I have to figure out how. ( I am starting to sound like my mother) I am still not terribly nervous. I am waiting for that to kick in. I ordered all of my ' supplies' . As far as bandages and anything elSe to care for the wound, the nurse brings it with her. So that's one less thing to think about. I ordered an interesting product and wanted to know if anyone has used it. It is card gel zone. It wraps around your midsection to hold you in and also has the silicone healing product to help with the scarring. It got great reviews. Had anyone used it?? Updated on 4 Sep 2012: 2 week countdown...... Hi ladies. I cannot express how reading everyone's posts daily has truly helped me prepare for this journey. You all make me feel so 'normal' when I feel a certain way and then find out that you all have felt the same at some point. I was experiencing only excitement up until a few days ago. Then nerves settled in. I ordered the hospital bed today. I was going back n forth deciding if it was necessary. I finally decided to just do it bc I would rather be safe then sorry. My bed is very high up. I really feel like I know some of you. I am eagerly waiting to see how you all make out. I too will post after surgery as soon as I am up to it. I am working out extra hard and eating minimal to get a few extra pounds off!! So does anyone know if we can wear nail polish????? Updated on 15 Sep 2012: 5 more days! I am starting to get that overwhelming emotional and nervous feeling!!! I know it's normal thanks to this site. I have 3 small children and all I think about is them. Did anyone have tge "worst case scenario" run through their head or is that just me ???? I rented a hospital bed and a walker. After reading how dizzy people get when walking I decided a walker may be helpful. It was $100 to rent for a month or $120 to buy. I bought it.I also rented a table with wheels that goes across the bed if needed and a raised toilet seat. It's funny, since booking these procedures all I could think about tge aesthetic results. Now all I do is pray that I wake up. I cry all the time. I walked in my daughters room the other other day while they were in school and sat on their bed and just cried. Please tell me I am normal for feeling this way bc I am truly starting to question it, Updated on 7 Oct 2012: Hi. Well it's been over 2 weeks recovery and I am still far from myself yet. Whoever compares a tummy tuck to the same pain as a c section had a really bad csection. Not even close. This pain has been worse for sure. I finally started feeling better about 4 days ago but still tire out easily. Results are fantastic . Yes, swollen a bit but not one piece of fat on my stomach. I also had a breast lift. I look 16 again. ! Ok this is my problem and I need advice. Now I am noticing how big my thighs are. Has anyone had lipo? Can I hear results???? Hope u all are doing well. Ria
Has no pic's of his work anywhere which in this day and age is a joke. Had his lovely assistant writing in a notebook during the consultation. No laptop or computer?! Hello 2019!! Can't chance it plus I hated his suggestions.
I had a second facelift and a revision rhinoplasty. I had waited 40 years to trust someone to fix my nose. First of all this doctor in my opinion pushes the buccal fat pad removal. I had no idea what this was. I went along with his opinion. Problem was he took more out of my left side than my right side and I now think I never needed this but it added much more to my bill. Also something happened during surgery because I had a golf ball type swelling on the left and my facial nerves tight and mouth was crooked when I smiled. Thank God this was temporary. When I went back to the office for first visit this wasn’t addressed and the nurse because Dr. Matarasso doesn’t see you after the operation for the follow up took out my drains and thought I had a bulge in my neck where the drains were so she stuck a needle in my neck. I almost passed out. Anyway a few months later when the swelling went down on the left it went down more than the right. Clearly something happened where the left side had more fat taken out or something didn’t go exactly right. I was also nicked near my right eye and this was a swollen small cut again not addressed by the nurse or made little of. I was so worried about my facial nerve on the left that I didn’t mention this small cut but she did notice. My nose looked good when then cast came off but a year later it has a small bone sticking out on the right side that wasn’t there before and looks crooked in certain lighting and angles. Also one side the right is more caved in. It was that way and he was going to fix it. That part is better but still not even with the left side. Also it looks crooked. It wasn’t crooked before. I needed the hanging columella fixed and the tip which both are better but now it’s crooked and a bone sticking out on the right side. So not sure if it’s better overall. I saw the doctor once about three months later and he was horrible to me. In my opinion I felt like he was acting like something was mentally wrong with him. I am 63 and have had my share of plastic surgery with about 5 doctors and they were all wonderful. This doctor was absolutely horrible and I felt like I almost had a nervous breakdown because of the experience and his attitude and now the result. After the operation I felt beat up mentally and physically. It was awful. I was depressed for months. When I had a facelift with Dr. Dan Baker I was so happy and he wasn’t exactly warm and fuzzy but he took my drains out himself and it made you feel good that he wanted to see his work. On my second visit I felt like skipping all the way home. He was just normal. I will never forget my experience with Dr Matarasso ever. It’s taken me a while to write because I was just happy that I didn’t have permanent facial nerve damage from the buccal fat pad removal on my left side. I’m also hopeful that my nose may still heal and not look as crooked. I think Dr Matarasso may have had his glory days but you can’t tell by my experience with him. Also he shouldn’t be selling you things you don’t need during the consultation. You would think he should have more integrity and doesn’t have to do that at this stage in his career. It was a horrible experience.
