Gary Linkov, MD

I’m very grateful that I had the opportunity to work with Dr Linkov and his team at City Facial Plastics.
I was anxious about getting surgery; but the entire team made me feel very welcome and ensured I felt comfortable every step of the way.
Dr Linkov provided effective but natural looking results, and he was very helpful in determining the amount of lift to go with. I’m glad I trusted him to perform this surgery. Him and his PA took their time to answer any questions /concerns I had throughout the entire process.

My long philtrum is something I’ve been self conscious of for so long, it may sound hyperbolic but it really has helped with my confidence so much, and changed my life for the better. I can’t recommend Dr Linkov and his team enough.

In the history of architecture, there's the concept of the master builder -- an architect who has mastered all pertinent skills to create a masterly result. I posit that Dr. Gary Linkov is a master surgeon. He has innate talent, extensive training and experience, and the presence of mind to understand that by focusing on just a few procedures, he can -- and has -- become a leading expert. Personally, I'm thrilled and grateful for the results of my lip lift and corner lip lift. Not only have these improved and transformed the overall look and proportions of my face, but there's essentially no scarring. When I saw the stitches just after the procedure, I was taken aback as it looked as though a machine had made them. It was no machine, it was the master surgeon. I also followed Dr. Linkov's instructions to avoid scarring. May I say: if you're interested in a procedure that Dr. Linkov performs; rest assured, you will be in the hands of a master.

I can’t say enough good things about Dr Linkov, his team and my experience of the upper lip lift and corner lift procedures. I have always been self conscious of my thin upper lip but nervous to do anything permanent to enhance it for fear of ending up with an artificial looking face. I needn’t have worried.
Dr Linkov gave me a very natural upper lip lift and when I went back a year later to ask for a little more lateral lip show (which an upper lip lift alone cannot address), he worked conservatively through two corner lifts to perfectly achieve my vision.
At no point did I ever feel pressurised to proceed and I always felt him to be completely honest and upfront as to what he could realistically achieve given my facial characteristics.
He has an incredibly calm, caring manner and takes the time to fully explain everything. I am so in love with the final result and constantly get comments that I look years younger - but no one can pinpoint exactly why. Just the reaction I was hoping for!

I had a lip lift with Dr. Lincov. I am now 7 months post op. My experience with Dr. Lincov and his office was top notch. My results are fantastic, the scar is healing superbly due Dr. Lincov’s meticulous stitching and scar gel. I have no trouble moving my upper lip and have not lost any function. If you are interested in this surgery he is your guy.

I love my lip lift so much! I've always disliked my longer philtrum. I've wanted this surgery for 10 years and Im so glad I did it! It feels amazing to put an insecurity to rest. The price is high, but 100% worth it.

My experience with Dr. Linkov was great! He made me feel at ease during the entire process. He has such a warm presence and his dedication to his work makes it obvious to choose him as you surgeon. I was nervous about the thought of surgery on my face, but I knew I could trust his expertise. And his staff is wonderful and accommodating.

My starting distance was 14mm and we decided to remove 5mm. During surgery I felt calm and comfortable. The healing process wasn't too stressful. After those 2 weeks of limited movement, I felt back to normal. I've had quite a bit of plastic surgery in my recent past and this was by far the easiest surgery I healed from.

I bought a wedge pillow to lay upright to help with swelling, a neck pillow to prevent side sleeping, and I ate food in front of a mirror to monitor my stitches as I ate. These are things I would personally recommend to do, as you don't want to put stress on the stitches during those 2 weeks.

I'm still applying the scar gel, and my scar looks great. His stitching was perfect and the scar is so thin. I also see that the base of my nose looks better; more symmetrical after the lip lift. I love how much harmony my face now has. My dad is less than excited about my plastic surgery endeavors (lol) and he saw my lip lift and he actually likes it! My results look natural and yet it's a huge difference, before and after.

So, if you want a beautiful lip lift, I highly recommend Dr. Linkov!

Updated on 21 Sep 2024:
Its been almost a year now and I just love my lip lift. The scar healed so well. I'm so much happier in general and I wish I got it years ago. I used to get lip filler so often, almost every other month. Now I plan on getting lip filler once a year if that. I just wanted to share my experience of having the lip lift for some time now, I'm so pleased with the results!

I had an upper lip lift with Dr. Linkov and I am thrilled with the results. He is an amazing surgeon and a very kind and caring person. He listened to my concerns and explained everything clearly. He also has a great sense of aesthetics and knows how to create a natural and beautiful look. The procedure was quick and painless, and the recovery was very smooth. I have barely any scar at all, and it’s only been 10 days. I love how my lips look now, they are fuller and more balanced with the rest of my face. I feel more confident and happy with my appearance. Thank you, Dr. linkov, for your excellent work and care. You are the best. Photo taken on day 10

Dr. Linkov did a wonderful job with my eyebrow transplant. I had been concerned with how sparse my eyebrows were, and I booked a virtual consultation last year. Dr. Linkov was very attentive and answered all my questions, and I was able to book the procedure a few months later. There were no issues during the procedure, and his office handled all aspects of the process (ordering medications through the pharmacy, arranging lunch, providing clear pre- and post-op instructions, etc.). Dr. Linkov even helped to arrange the removal of my sutures with a local surgeon since I flew in for the procedure. I'm about 6 months out, and I'm very pleased with my results. The incision in my scalp has healed well, and my eyebrows are thick and symmetrical. I trim them once or twice a week because they grow very quickly, and I'm so happy with how everything turned out. I also believe that the price that I paid is well worth the value of having full, thick eyebrows and working with such a great surgical team.

It has been 6 months since my FUE procedure and I could not be happier with the results thus far. All in all the entire experience has far surpassed all expectations. I experienced relatively no discomfort throughout the procedure as well as days afterwards. I found that watching Dr. Linkov's very informative YouTube videos helped me in making all the necessary pre and post procedural preparations, as well as providing me with a realistic understanding of what to expect during and days after the procedure. As as result, overall I experienced little to no anxiety. His team of talented professionals are truly special, all uniquely skilled in providing me with only the very best care. Special thanks Dr. Linkov's office staff for their efficiency in handling all related clerical details. And of course special thanks toDr. Linkov's medical assistants Ruel, Gloria, Maria, and Christina for their caring presence and surgical expertise.

Absolutely incredible experience and I could not be happier with the results! The entire team was amazing! I had been thinking of doing this for years but never found someone I trusted until now!!!!

I am so happy with my lip lift results!! I’m 3 mos out and the shape and aesthetic fits my face perfectly. He truly is an expert in this procedure and knows how to balance your features. True eye for the artistry of this procedure, highly recommend.