Raymond E. Lee, MD

It takes a lot to trust your face to someone else’s hands. You do your homework about credentials and read reviews, but it is still a leap of faith when you’re talking about your face. When I first consulted with Dr. Lee, I was impressed by his personable professionalism.. He listened to me, clearly understanding that I didn’t want to look like somebody else, just a more youthful refreshed version of myself. After the first consult, there was never any pressure from him or his office staff to proceed, but when I was finally ready they were fantastic with scheduling and communicating everything I needed to know. I had a lower facelift/neck lift, upper eyelids and full face CO2. I never experienced one minute of pain following my procedures, just a little annoying discomfort the first night because of the significant bandage and the fact that I wasn’t used to sleeping with my head elevated I spent my first 2 nights in an after-care retreat because neither my husband nor I felt comfortable for the initial care (which includes drains). This was a personal choice I felt I needed. After the first night I didn’t need pain meds except Tylenol, because there was literally no pain. I followed the pre-op and post-op instructions exactly as given (stopping supplements and alcohol, starting pre-surgery medications) and I experienced no bruising at all. I understand every person will have their own individual experience, but compliance with every detail of the instructions sets you up for the best possible recovery. Again, I understand everybody will have their own individual experience, but one week post surgery, all of my sutures were removed, incisions are already on their way to becoming invisible “scars“ and 65 years of sun damage skin had already sloughed off, revealing beautiful babysoft skin that will only improve over the next few months as the real benefits of the laser kick in. 10 days after the procedures I was able to venture out to lunch and run errands, friends saying I looked better than ever and strangers never knowing just how recently I had facelift surgery. I wish there was a way to shorten this review, but it was important to me to read details before trusting my face to anyone. You can trust Dr. Lee. He is at the top of his field and I am very grateful to have found him and the staff at Faceology.

Wow! Where to start I am SO unbelievably happy with my results. Dr Lee is the real deal and the results are INCREDIBLY natural. NO one would know I had a facelift and he easily turned back the clock 20 years. I could literally write a book he is so great. If you are seriously considering a procedure I would absolutely encourage you to see Dr Lee and book it!!! Ahhhmmmaaaazzzzing results and experience all around. No bruising and barely any swelling-easy peasy!!

Dr. Lee's work is second to none. I am about five weeks out from my procedure and the amount of compliments I've received has been overwhelming. I had two procedures: CO2 and Faceology Facelift and I am 47 years old. My review is going to cover a lot of aspects of the procedure that other reviewers failed to mention (it isn't easy - but it isn't hard or painful either - but it is annoying). I think it's important for people to know what they might face, to make the coping that much easier. Either way, I 100% would do this again in a heartbeat.

So, first off - I met Dr.Lee online years prior to my procedure, as I was noticing laxity in my skin (jowls and a turkey neck), but he was conservative and didn't recommend a facelift at that time. I opted not to do other procedures with him as he is located pretty far from where I live. Instead I tried Morpheus at another skincare place in Woodland Hills and it pretty much destroyed my skin - making it exponentially more saggy - and aged me dramatically. So, this year, 2024, I called Dr. Lee and set up an appt. for both C02 laser and a Faceology Facelift.

My in-person consult wasn't as long and detailed as others described. In fact, I saw Dr. Lee for less than 5 minutes. He was quick, but I had done a ton of research so wasn't particularly phased. I spent more time with one of the staff (but she did give some misinformation - which was later corrected by the nurse aesthetician). Basically you are NOT TO EAT AT ALL before the procedure, but in the paperwork I received she told me to have a banana or something to prevent nausea. Also, you are prescribed a Valium (which is to aid in sleeping) but my pharmacist told me not to take that in addition to the painkillers for fear of there being interaction - so just be cautious (it's not anything serious, but she strongly advised me only to take the valium if I was completely off the pain meds - I never needed to take the valium).

The night before the procedure the nurse anesthetist called. She was lovely and very information and did not rush through any questions.

Morning of - I arrive. I meet the nurse anesthetist in person (she is great) and another nurse was also great (she was going to be assisting with the surgery). I saw Dr. Lee very briefly as he drew on my skin areas where the cuts would be made and showed me how it would look post surgery (by pulling back my skin). He was out within a few minutes and they were taking me into surgery.

The last thing I remember was laying down on a heated surgical bed and hearing some music playing that the nurses were laughing about and then - I was waking up and getting into a wheelchair to go home. The first night was insanely uncomfortable and nobody talks about this. It isn't painful at all...and honestly, with the exception of the bandage and drains, I would have had no discomfort. However, the bandage is so tight and SO uncomfortable, I didn't sleep one wink. The drains make it hard to put your head on the pillow when sleeping upright (and you can't sleep on your side). By the morning I was trying to pull the bandage off (don't do this) because it is so restricting and it starts getting annoying. Again, it is NOT painful, it's just super irritating (you'll see - but you will survive it).
When I went in to get the drains removed, Cathy was phenomenal. She knew I was about to faint (I faint easily) and she immediately prevented it with making me smell alcohol pads and giving me apple juice). She cut the bandage off and removed the drains andit was smooth sailing!!!!
After that, the recovery was easy - and only annoying because of having to restrict my movement. I like to exercise and not being able to do that is SUPER annoying. For about 3-4 days after you can't open your mouth easily so buy lots of softer foods (yogurt, soups, oatmeal, etc.). By the first week your neck will look very swollen and your face will start looking more like you. As far as the C02, I was glowing after a week and no pain at all with that - not even heat really (which apparently only last a few hrs after the procedure....I was probably still comfortable from the anesthesia to notice).
I am still swollen at 5 weeks, but I can see a big difference. Dr. Lee is fantastic and I can't wait to see the improvement as time goes on.

Dr Lee is a ROCKSTAR !!! I am currently 5 weeks out having undergone a lower face, neck lift with platysmaplasty. Words alone cannot adequately express my gratitude. I knew he was an exceptional surgeon had my eye on his work for many, many years - 8 to be exact. Consulting with him finally somewhere around 2020 and decided to finally undergo last month. I had no doubt that I was going to be happy but Dr Lee has exceeded my expectatations. I look 15 plus years younger (some say 20 ! ) It was such an easy journey with no bruising, minimal swelling. I was out at a social function a week later. My only regret is that I did not do this sooner. Thank you Dr Lee for your gift of facial artistry & skilled hands. I am forever grateful !!

A picture is worth a 1000 words. After rapid weight loss due to a knee replacement and pushing 60 I had a lower facelift/neck lift in May with Dr. Lee and I love the results. I returned to work 8 days post op and my scars were hard to find 3 weeks later as the picture shows. Both photos are taken in my car with natural light. The procedure was painless with IV sedation and I only experienced mild discomfort the following morning until the surgical compression wrap was removed. I had no bruising and only mild swelling. I highly recommend Dr. Lee for any facial procedure as he is double board certified and his results are amazing. Also, his bedside manner is pleasant and relaxed.

I’m over a week post chin augmentation and I have to say I’m already so happy with my results! Even from the moment I first stepped into the office, everyone was so welcoming and so kind. I was a bit nervous (given it was my first cosmetic surgery) and they went out of their way to ease my anxiety and make me feel completely safe. Dr. Lee was so wonderful and did such an amazing job! I can’t recommend him enough! He listened to what what my end goal was and was very honest about what to expect. He was so reassuring and understood exactly what I wanted and executed it perfectly. Thank you to the whole team for ensuring I had such an amazing experience!

Dr Lee performed a lower facelift, removed extra skin in my eyelid, and did a brow lift. Simultaneously he gave me fractional C02 laser treatment. The results have been amazing. I had virtually no bruising and the recuperation has been way easier than I anticipated. Plus, everyone in the office is so nice and helpful. Dr Lee listened to all my concerns and not only made great recommendations, but also made me feel super comfortable. He is the absolute BEST!

If you are shopping around, look no further! Dr. Lee is your man! I 'm so happy I chose him. I thought about, and talked about having a facelift for years... but I was chicken! So glad I finally pulled the trigger. It was painless and well worth the money! I can't say enough positive things about Dr. Lee and my experience at Faceology!

I was 100% satisfied, and in fact thrilled, with my experience with Dr. Raymond Lee. He did an incredible job refreshing my face without anyone knowing I had had work done. I feel and look at least 10 years younger. The CO2 laser dramatically improved my skin, buccal fat removal has had a subtle but significant impact on removing the jowly look, and my neck lift has given me full confidence to conduct Zoom meetings without embarrassment! His staff are excellent. The follow ups have been great.

For years I was self conscious about my turkey neck. I finally decided to have a neck lift procedure with Dr. Raymond Lee. I couldn't be more happier with the end result! Highly recommend Dr. Lee and Faceology. Wonderful!