Charles S. Lee, MD, FACS Reviews, Before and After Photos, Answers

Procedures I'm known for

Rhinoplasty is one of the most popular procedures among my Beverly Hills patients. I emphasize facial aesthetics that are consistent with one’s ethnic background, using a different technique on my Asian rhinoplasty patients than Caucasian patients. This ensures that each patient's new nose looks natural and balanced with the rest of their facial features. Some people’s bodies are not compatible with foreign substances such as silicone, so when it comes to nose jobs, I prefer to use the patient’s own all-natural tissue, such as ear or septal cartilage. This reduces the risk that the patient will reject the implant. For patients who are wanting a more dramatic rhinoplasty transformation, I use rib cartilage to reconstruct the nose. It takes an incredible amount of skill to perform rhinoplasty using this method. Dr. Lee is an author of a video textbook on this procedure, published by QMP, the premier medical publishing institution.

I specialize in upper eyelid surgery at my Beverly Hills practice. Recognized as a leader in the field of blepharoplasty, I have been fellowship-trained in eyelid surgery techniques. Asian eyelid surgery can be performed in two ways: with an incision and without one. The type of eyelid surgery I perform on a routine basis is anchor eyelid surgery, an incisional method that gives eyes a refreshed, invigorated appearance. Also known as Asian double eyelid surgery, it involves an incision that creates an eyelid crease. My unique method attaches the skin to a deeper area of the eyelid than most surgeons do, which results in a smoother lid fold, and a brighter, more attractively defined gaze. The other method, Double Suture and Twisting (DST), does not require an incision and is less invasive. However, it usually works best on younger patients. Call my Beverly Hills office to discuss which type of eyelid surgery would work best for you.

Cheek, Chin and Jawline Enhancement

Those who were born with a round face and chubby cheeks often worry that it makes them appear heavier than they actually are. This is a common complaint among many of my Asian patients, who desire a more sculpted appearance. For cheeks that are chubby and overly full, I will usually perform a buccal fat pad removal, which eliminates the excess fat and creates a hollow area below the cheekbones. However, if the patient complains of wide cheekbones and a narrow jawline, I can perform a cheekbone reduction surgery, which brings more proportion to the face. These two procedures can also be combined, creating a slimmer, more contoured look. Another popular procedure among my patients who were born with a prominent jaw or chin and want a more feminine jawline is jawline reduction surgery, or V-line surgery. I also offer nonsurgical jaw reduction, with an injectable like Botox.

Total years in practice: 26

Dr. Charles S. Lee is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Beverly Hills, California. He specializes in facial aesthetics, such as eyelid enhancement, rhinoplasty, and facelifts.

Dr. Lee has a special interest in Asian aesthetic plastic surgery and is a trailblazer in the field. He was one of the first surgeons in North America to use Botox to slim the jawline of Asian patients and treat teeth grinding. As a respected authority of Asian-focused facial plastic surgery, Dr. Lee has lent his vast knowledge of the subject to various medical textbooks, courses, presentations, and panels.

After earning his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis, Dr. Lee completed the facial, head, and neck surgery residency program at Loma Linda Medical Center in southern California. He then trained under renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Ralph Millard during a fellowship at the University of Miami, and became an associate with Robert Flowers Oculoplastic and Aesthetic Surgery in Honolulu, before opening his own Beverly Hills plastic surgery practice.

Dr. Lee holds a prestigious double board-certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology.

With over 20 years in practice, Dr. Lee is proud to have built a career in aesthetic surgery and loves nothing more than to help patients reach their goals. “It's a rewarding career and an art that improves patients' quality of life every day,” he says.

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Education

Medical: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

Postgraduate Education

Residencies:

Plastic Surgery, University of Miami

Facial, Head, and Neck Surgery, Loma Linda Medical Center

Fellowships:

Facial Eye Aesthetic, Flowers Clinic

Microvascular Surgery, University of Miami

Pediatric Plastic Surgery, Millard Fellow, University of Miami

Board Certifications

Board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

Memberships

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS)

American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)

Hospital Privileges

Good Samaritan Hospital

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