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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

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Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
5730 Glenridge Dr., Ste. T200, Atlanta, Georgia
(404) 812-5605
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4.9 | 46 Reviews
565 Questions Answered
AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Rhinoplasty and Nose Shaping

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A beautiful face is characterized by harmony and balance amongst the facial features. As the nose is the center of the face, it is critical that the nose does not distract from your eyes and lips. The goal of rhinoplasty is to improve the appearance of the nose, while optimizing nasal airflow. Oftentimes, other nasal procedures such as septoplasty, inferior turbinate reductions, nasal valve corrections, and septal perforation repairs are performed in conjunction with rhinoplasty. I am known for taking on revision rhinoplasty cases that other doctors have refused to consider. I’m also one of the few rhinoplasty surgeons who specializes in autologous rib grafting for nose reconstruction. And I specialize in ethnic rhinoplasty, including African-American rhinoplasty and Asian rhinoplasty. While most nasal procedures at my practice involve surgery, I also enjoy performing nonsurgical nose jobs (also known as a liquid rhinoplasty) with precisely administered dermal fillers.
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Fillers and Other Injectables

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Minimally-invasive dermal filler injections are an excellent way to correct early signs of facial aging. Dermal fillers are injectable compounds that can help smooth fine lines and deeper wrinkles in the face. Fillers can also restore volume and fullness to areas of the face that have lost their youthful appearance, resulting in a smoother, more lifted look with subtle tightening of the overlying skin. On other parts of the body, dermal fillers can smooth sunken scars. I also offer Botox and Dysport, neuromodulator injectables that temporarily relax muscle movement, helping to reduce fine lines and wrinkles and prevent new wrinkles. Injectables can be performed as a standalone procedure or a complement to other procedures. I individualize each patient’s treatment plan during a consultation. As a double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon, I have a mastery of facial anatomy that ensures natural-looking results with minimal downtime.
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Cheek, Chin and Jawline Enhancement

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MEET THOMAS J. WALKER, MD, FACS
🩺13 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Dr. Thomas J. Walker is a double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon practicing in Atlanta, Georgia. He has expertise in all types of plastic surgery procedures for the face, head, and neck, but he specializes in rhinoplasty, including challenging nose reco

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Nasal stiffness, especially after rob cartilage grafting, is expected and normal. It's necessary for a predictable and long-lasting result. A revision surgery is always an option but likely not advisable for nasal stiffness. Some surgeons use alloplastic implants (foreign material), which I strongly advise against despite their softer nature given their inherent risks of infection and extrusion. Please note you should follow-up with your surgeon to discuss your concerns and/or seek a second opinion from a revision rhinoplasty expert. Best wishes, Thomas Walker, MD, FACS 470-900-3223 @drthomaswalker
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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 46 reviews
A rhinoplasty would be an excellent option to alter the shape and symmetry of your nose. Changes do not have to be dramatic to be meaningful. During your consultation, your concerns and goals would be discussed. If you are otherwise healthy and have reasonable expectations, a rhinoplasty would be an excellent option to perfect your nose. Hope that helps. Best wishes, Thomas Walker, MD, FACS 470-900-3223 @drthomaswalker
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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 46 reviews
Come on in for a consultation. We take photos, do computer imaging, examine you, and discuss goal. Without that, no recommendation can or should be made. Check out our before and after gallery to get a sense of work we do. Best, Thomas Walker, MD, FACS 470-900-3223
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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 46 reviews
I recommend you seek the opinion of a revision rhinoplasty expert in person and possibly. I am not certain if an alarplasty is the solution, nor should anyone make a recommendation via this forum. You need to be evaluated in person, look at the entire nose and face, and come up with a game plan. I do believe that your nostril asymmetry can be improved. Best, Thomas Walker, MD, FACS 470-900-3223 @drthomaswalker
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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 46 reviews
Taping after rhinoplasty is done on a case-by-case basis. Not all my patients tape their nose and in fact the majority does not. Can you get the same result without taping? It depends but in some patients who I recommend taping to, they would not have achieved the same results. It's always best to adhere to the instructions of your surgeon. Taping is an easy thing to do and I only ask my patients to tape their noses at night during their sleep, not in the daytime. Hope that helps. Best, Thomas Walker, MD, FACS 470-900-3223 @drthomaswalker
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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 46 reviews
Thank you for your question. No, a rhinoplasty will not change the intercanthal distance of your eyes meaning your eye distance will not change. Best, Thomas Walker, MD, FACS 470-900-3223 @drthomaswalker
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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 46 reviews
Short answer: Please ask your surgeon. Only she or he knows what was done and what changes are expected. After 5 months changes will still occur but much less than within the first month. At this time, all swelling subsided but the nasal skin will continue to contract. Best wishes, Thomas Walker, MD, FACS 470-900-3223
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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 46 reviews
What bothers you about your nose? That's the most important question. I do not recommend any surgery unless something really bothers you. Your nose looks fine from the front view except maybe some small nostril asymmetry (hard to fix), widened columella, and possibly mildly bulbous tip. See a rhinoplasty expert for a consultation if you are unhappy with your nasal appearance and/or breathing. Best wishes, Thomas Walker, MD, FACS 470-900-3223
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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 46 reviews
A lower blepharoplasty, assuming you have no contraindications to such a procedure, would likely b a great option. Filling the tear trough with dermal fillers (HA fillers) could be an alternative although from the photos the former is probably more suitable. Best wishes, Thomas Walker, MD, FACS 470-900-3223
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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 46 reviews

How to slim sides of mouth? (Photo)

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Need to see whole face and skin texture do decide. Buccal fat removal may be an option. But may need more than that such as a facelift, necklift, etc. Buccal fat reduction relies on good skin elasticity and if there is a lot of laxity and soft tissue descent, buccal fat removal is not a good option. Best wishes, Thomas Walker, MD, FACS 470-900-3223 (FACE)
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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

4.9 | 46 reviews

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Thomas J. Walker, MD, FACS

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$22,000Revision Rhinoplasty

Witty22203

Best Surgeon in Atlanta Georgia

I’m so lucky I took the chance on Dr Walker to perform my THIRD rhinoplasty! He achieved what I never thought was possible. My nose is was naturally small/flat low projection and common with Asian/ethnic persons. Very few surgeons can truly alter this. I found this out the hard way by trying other surgeons. Save your money and get it right with Dr Walker THE FIRST TIME. I wish I had!

Rhinoplasty

ax_e

Dr. Walker is Amazing. I Can't Think of Anything else You'd Want in a Doctor That He Doesn't Have.

My nose had been my biggest insecurity since middle school - wide nostrils, super bulbous tip, and super thick skin. No amount of makeup contouring could save it, so I'm very happy with my results under Dr. Walker's skilled hands! The specific procedure I got was Asian Rhinoplasty, which requires fascia above the ear and rib cartilage under the breast. It's a complex and major surgery needless to say, but everything has been so smooth thanks to Dr. Walker. For anyone who is looking for a good surgeon, p l e a s e at the very least do yourself a favor and get a consultation with this man! Dr. Walker operates with the utmost integrity. During my visits, he would always take the time to educate me of what is actually possible and what isn't based on my specific nose. I distinctly remember at the end of my very first visit how he heeded me to wait and not move forward with scheduling surgery because he felt I was being too hasty with such a big decision. I never once felt like he was trying to sell me his business; he always had the best intention of empowering me to make the best choice for myself. The second reason why I highly recommend Dr. Walker is because of his passion to create as perfect of an outcome as he can. He said my procedure would take 7 hours, but it ended up being 8, and that extra time spent was very evident in my unbelievably great post-op recovery. The narcotics you take for days after post-op? Nope, my surgery ended on a Friday afternoon and I stopped needing them Sunday afternoon. The swelling that makes you look like an alien? Nope, I had minimal cheek swelling that went away in 3 days. The bruising that everyone experiences post-op? Nope, I had z e r o bruises and zero purple/yellow tint to my skin. I know myself, and I know that my Asian skin easily bruises. So for my recovery to be this smooth, I know Dr. Walker must've spent a great deal of time carefully and gently crafting my new nose, even though he had no reason other than that he simply wanted to. I had consulted with several surgeons, and I have zero regrets choosing Dr. Walker. My nose is 2 months post-op, looks super natural, and completely matches my face. If I ever feel like doing more facial cosmetics, I will definitely be going to Dr. Walker - literally no reason to try out and trust another doctor!

Buccal Fat Removal
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delightfuldc

Dr. Walker is THE BEST!

I've always been insecure about my side profile due to my double chin and lack of jawline. I would cover these features with my hair or angle the camera on a way to cover it. To make matters worse, I would bite the inside of my cheeks so much I would get these blood blisters. No matter how much weight I would lose, I could never get rid of either. I finally wanted to do something about it. I first saw Dr. Walker's work on Tiktok when he performed a buccal fat removal along with chin and neck liposuction. I did more research and saw that he is double board certified and highly specializes in the face and neck. I visited his office in Atlanta and his staff (Shannon, Megan, Leslie and surgery team (forgive me I couldn't remember there names) have been so nice, helpful and accommodating. I chose Dr. Walker to perform my buccal fat removal and chin/liposuction because he extremely knowledgeable, passionate and a perfectionist. I couldn't believe I didn't even bruise! This procedure was performed under local anesthesia and because I lived 3.5 hours away, he gave me dissolvable sutures and they healed so great that I'm only a week post-op and I can barely see the little incision! If you are thinking about doing any facial procedures please visit Dr. Walker as he is an expert. This is your face, it has so many nerves. This is your face, it has so many nerves and you don't want to risk being paralyzed trying to save a buck. You need to choose someone you can trust and I am so glad I chose Dr. Walker and his team!

Rhinoplasty

Straightforward438479

A True Professional Artist and Kind Person

Dr. Thomas Walker was extremely professional knowledgeable and kind. He made me feel so comfortable and went out of his way to accommodate every detail of my appointment and surgery. Each and every nurse anesthesiologist surgical assistant haD nothing but amazing things to say about his talent demeanor intelligence and how he was a true artist and had a love for his profession. They said they all fight to get in his surgeries and you can tell he respects every aspect of what he does. Extremely happy and blown away from start to finish.

Septoplasty

corrirene

Life-changing Experience ...

I am now 8 weeks post-op septorhinoplasty revision surgery performed by Dr. Walker and I could not be any happier. The nightmare experience which brought me to Dr. Walker started with another board certified plastic surgeon perforating my septum and not only misrepresenting what was entailed in correcting his mistake but also his knowledge and skill to do so. After a botched attempt at a repair (to include a horrifying hemorrhage 3 days post-op) I was left with an unsightly septal appearance and a whistling/wheezing sound through the now enlarged perforation that was unbearable, keeping me awake nightly and having a profound impact on the quality of my life. My trust in plastic surgeons was zero from this experience ... until I met Dr. Walker. After hours and hours of searching, reading, acquiring recommendations from the medical community, I made an appointment to consult with Dr. Walker. At my first appointment, I could tell I had made the right decision. Dr. Walker is an extremely professional, deeply knowledgeable and exceedingly skilled surgeon. He does not tell you what you want to hear, he informs you of your real choices and real possible outcomes. His thorough examinations, demonstrated depth of knowledge, and tell-it-like-it-is demeanor gave me the confidence to put myself in his hands and through a complex 9+hour surgery. If you are reading this and trying to decide upon a doctor for any type of corrective nose surgery, you could not make a better choice than Dr. Walker; his surgical skills are unmatched. The outcome of my surgery was better than hoped for and the quality of my life has been restored. I can't thank Dr. Walker enough.

Rhinoplasty

Igloen2

Don't Go to Anyone else for Any Type of Nose Surgery

Dr. Walker was amazing. I couldn't be more happy with his work. I had quite the nose...deviated septum, large hump, drooping tip...my surgery took almost six hours! But it’s beautiful on the outside and works like magic on the inside. Set up an appointment and meet him in person and you'll see why everyone loves him. He truly is fulfilled by his work and will give you the best possible nose for your face - not something done up. I'm so thankful I went to him and not someone else.

Septoplasty

Funny375

Dr. Walker is a Great Doctor

My experience with Dr. Walker has been wonderful. He is very clear in what he can and will do. Then he does it. He explains everything very clearly. Both Pro's and Con's. And he won't do anything he doesn't think needs to be done. He is clearly at home in surgery. His excitement and demeanor put me right at ease. He is great. I would highly recommend him for any nasal surgery you may need done.

Septoplasty

JayG1

The ultimate professional

Dr. Walker is the ultimate professional and has provided excellent service. He has played a pivotal part in improving my breathing and overall quality of life. I would recommend Dr. Walker to anyone I know as he has been the ultimate professional.

Botox

nadiamichelle

I would tell everyone that wants Botox to go see Doctor Walker

I had a fantastic experience with Doctor Walker. Doctor Walker’s staff was very friendly and helpful.The staff got me in to see Doctor Walker very quickly. Doctor Walker was very professional and took the time to explain what he was going to do to my face and what my expectations were. I was very happy with the outcome of the Botox injections!! Doctor Walker is the best! I would tell everyone that wants Botox to go see Doctor Walker..

Revision Rhinoplasty

tlorente33

Life Changing Surgery

I had my surgery done by Dr. Thomas Walker beginning of August 2018 and I could not be happier. I was born with a congenital anomaly on my nose. I had a nasal surgery by another doctor when I was 17 years old and he not only did not fix the problem but actually made it worse. Dr. Walker was able to fix it for me. Dr. Walker is a MAGICIAN and ARTIST. He knows exactly what to do, how to do it and is extremely honest and professional. He will be open about what can and cannot be done. My case was very complex and the surgery took almost 8 hours. The results are impressive. I saw a total of 9 doctors throughout my life about my case and no one was ever able to find a solution for me. I am only 27 years old and already was losing hope that it could never be fixed. Dr. Walker made it happen and I am very happy. The staff was very helpful and friendly before, during, and after the surgery. Dr. Walker knew exactly what would happen and was amazing at explaining everything so I never felt stressed or worried. He is not only great at his job but also as a person and truly cares about his patients and the outcome of the procedures he does. I would recommend him with no doubt as he has been life changing for me!!!