John Paletta, MD

From start to finish this doctor and his staff have the highest level of professionalism. Every appointment I always had any questions I had answered, surgery went great. Really happy with results and will continue to point people his direction if they ever want the quality work this man and his team did for me.

I had a breast reduction with a lift in September 2021. Every appointment I felt very comfortable with Dr. Paletta and his wonderful team. They explained everything about the procedure and answered my many questions about what to expect during recovery. If I called in with a question, Kaitlynn would call me back the same day. Very compassionate and professional group. I highly recommend Dr. Paletta and his staff!!

Nearly a year ago, I had submental liposuction and buccal fat removal. My doctor took his time explaining the procedure, results, and after care and never pushed me to do anything I didn’t want to do. I opted to do the procedure with only local anesthesia, which was a great option for me. It made my recovery time much shorter, but I wouldn’t recommend it if surgery makes you anxious or squeamish. I was in and out in about 45 minutes. The incision is about half a centimeter right below my chin and cannot be seen or felt unless I’m really dehydrated.

Immediately following the procedure it was pretty easy to see my results, but my face got extremely swollen about six hours later and stayed swollen for about a month. After three months most of the swelling went down, and by seven months my results were pretty stable. At this point, I’m 10 months post-op and love my results.

I had fantastic results, partially due to an excellent doctor and partially because I was a good candidate for these procedures. I carried a lot of fat in my lower face on top of a very small chin and jaw, regardless of weight. I don’t think everyone would have as dramatic results, and this really wouldn’t sculpt your jaw if you don’t have a lot of fat to lose there.

I found Dr.Paletta on here super nice patient understanding he listen to you makes you feel very comfortable the staff was awesome he done a amazing job on my body he checks on you and make sure you doing okay God Hands

I went to Dr. Paletta's to address a small cyst and was told I had two options: remove it or drain it. Before making my decision, I asked for the out of pocket costs for the two options. Dr. Paletta's scheduler, Erica, told me that because the doctor was on my health plan but the surgical center was not, that they'd be billing either option as an office visit - so no matter what option I chose it would be $15 total, so I had the cyst removed. I asked specifically if there would be any further bill and Erica told me that there would not be. I found out that Erica lied to me when I received a bill for $275. 
I tried multiple times to address the issue with the office, including speaking with Erica. She told me she'd discuss the matter with Dr. Paletta and call back, but she didn't. When I received the second bill I spoke with the billing department who left a message with Erica to call me back. She never did.

Updated on 10 Nov 2020:
After discussing the issue, Dr. Paletta explained the situation and resolved the issue to my complete satisfaction. I'd add that the surgery itself was 100% to my satisfaction from start to finish. Thanks, Doc.

I’ve always been a small framed person, but was always self-conscious of my belly fat. No matter what I did I could not get rid of it. I also had a little bit of a butt, but it wasn’t the voluminous one that I’ve always wanted. Decided to do this for myself. I am loving the results!!! I can’t stay out of crop tops and my butt is definitely more shapely:) Dr. Paletta and his staff are amazing. I felt comfortable the whole entire time and never felt rushed when I had questions. They give you a realistic view of what your results will be and treat you like they’ve known you for years. I loved my experience and do not have any regrets about my decision to better myself.

I am 45 with 4 young adults, 2 grandchildren. No more children for me! So I have been doing research for a couple years now and finally found the doctor for me. Mind you it's during this horrible pandemic, but Dr. Paletta and his nurses took very good care of me. I am so looking forward to the months ahead. Well worth it!

Updated on 14 Jul 2020:
My belly is still swollen and at times I feel soreness at my incision site from the liposuction. My husband can't keep his hands off so I am so grateful I did this for myself. I did have a breakdown in front, but I found out it is because I have had four c sections and my skin is weaker in that area.

Updated on 9 Aug 2021:
Finally after doing my research I finally found an artist to enhance my already beautiful body. This tattoo represents me all the way. The cover up gives a great illusion that helps me feel more comfortable when wearing a bathing suit.

I had a breast augmentation (480cc) on July 25th 2019 with Dr. Paletta at the Georgia Institute for Plastic Surgery in Savannah, Georgia. The whole process was everything you could want. From the phone call with Dani to make the initial consultation appointment to current one month post op appointment with Michelle and Dr. Paletta! Everyone was so personable, friendly and most importantly honest.
The day of my surgery was relaxing and stress free Hillary got me set up in my own room while I approached surgery time. Dr. Paletta came in to drawl and asked if I had any last questions or concerns and eased my mind a bit more!
After surgery I recovered and was picked up to head home! While I was still groggy, I was still up and moving around!
Day 2- I was very swollen (as expected) but not in as much pain as I anticipated! I listened to my body and took my pain medication & rested when I needed it (first 3 days)
Day 4- TAKE YOUR LAXATIVES & stool softeners!!!! My body was retaining all the water I was drinking. Between the pain medication, not having a bowel movement and getting my period on top of it all my abdomen was SO swollen. By my second dose of laxatives, and a bowel movement later my swelling subsided (day 5!)
1 weeks post op - Dr. Paletta checked out my progress and Michelle removed and replaced my bandages! We went over any questions and concerns (numb/ over sensitive nipples) as well as breast massages.
One month post op- feeling great!! Scars are healing, swelling and tightness is going down, breast are beginning to soften, able to lift more weight & exercising (again listening to my body!)
After having and nursing 2 kids, my breasts were not what they used to be, neither was my self confidence. My fiancé’s support and encouragement, Dani’s reassurance and sense of humor, Michelle’s genuine way of easing my mind, and making me feel comfortable, and Dr. Palettas knowledge, way of including my fiancé, flawless work and honesty - I showed him pictures of what breast sizes I liked and he advised me “they are too big for your frame/ you won’t be happy with those results as they are too small, these certain sizes would be a happy medium” I chose 480cc and he confirmed that I would be happy and they would be perfect! - what more could you ask for?
I am over the moon happy with my results and how well I am healing and feeling! Everyone that knows me and sees me says “ I got my glow back!” I can’t wait to continue to see my results get even better!

Im only 25 so having to have a breast reduction at this age was very scary to me. Dr.Paletta & his staff are AMAZING ! I felt comfortable through out my whole experience. I LOVE MY RESULTS! Im happier & my self esteem is much better than before. I recommend him to anyone !

Absolutely love Dr .Paletta ! So professional and let me make the best choice for my body. He and all his staff were super informative and caring throughout the whole experience. Couldn’t have asked for better results for cosmetic surgery