Facial Aesthetic Concepts - San Clemente

665 Camino De Los Mares, Ste. 100A, San Clemente, California

Facial Aesthetic Concepts - San Clemente

665 Camino De Los Mares, Ste. 100A, San Clemente, California
Phone: (949) 284-0067
Phone: (949) 284-0067

Doctors

Richard Gangnes, MD, FACS
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Gangnes specializes exclusively in facial cosmetic surgery and has over 30 years of experience. He believes a rested, natural, engaging, and vibrant appearance is always the primary goal of aesthetic medicine, using the least invasive procedures to achieve the greatest results.

Bryan Brandon, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

I have a passion for helping patients look and feel their best, and this is what initially drove me to the field of Facial Plastic Surgery. I always strive to provide a comfortable and collaborative experience for every individual patient, combining personal attentive care with flawless results. My philosophy is to deliver natural and balanced results, while achieving each individual’s unique aesthetic goals. I continue to be actively involved in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery research, co-authoring several journal publications, book chapters, and am an active member of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Outside of my academic endeavors and clinical practice, I have been involved with humanitarian work around the world, with my most recent trip to Guatemala to help children with nasal deformities associated with cleft lip and palates. During my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, and eating good food.


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Brave396874April 11, 2024
Delivered exactly the results I was looking for

Dr.Brandon and his surgical team performed hair graft procedure on me. I am a female with moderate hair tinning and I just wanted my natural looking hair back. Dr. Brandon and his team were extremely professional and delivered exactly the results I was looking for. The day of the procedure, they made me feel at home from start to finish. I was very comfortable. The procedure is non invasive....

gigihenApril 5, 2024
It has now been 3 months - extremely happy with the results

January 2024 I had a Micro-lift and Blepharoplasty with Dr. Brandon. During my initial consultation Dr. Brandon listened intently and as to what I hoped to accomplish and then laid out what he felt was the best approach. He and the entire staff were very detailed as to how I should prepare for surgery and follow up care. The anesthesiologist, Liz, was amazing and put me at ease right away. ...

erinzitoMarch 13, 2024
Wonderful doctor - extremely happy with my results

My experience with Dr. Brandon has been wonderful. He is very knowledgeable and professional as well as his office staff. I had my eyelids done and I am very happy I decided to do it. I am extremely happy with my results and I would recommend it to anyone in their 40s And older. I had absolutely no complications and everything was explained to me in great detail so it made me feel very...

Exciting789290February 12, 2024
Best experience - upper eyelid procedure & recovery were painless

Last fall, I came to Dr. Brandon with concerns about heavy upper eyelids that were bothering me while working. I researched surgeons for several months before deciding to go with him based on his excellent reviews and talking with a former patient. Dr. Brandon and his staff were the most professional, kind, and comforting team I could have hoped for. The procedure as well as the recovery were...

Peacepixie123February 1, 2024
Made sure I came out with the exact result I wanted

I had such a wonderful experience with Dr. Brandon. I was so nervous about going into my surgery, and I told him how much anxiety I had, and he made sure I was comfortable and calm. He came to check on me right before going into surgery and reassured me in the sweetest way! He truly is a great surgeon, he’s so kind and caring. He made sure I came out with the exact result I wanted. I’m so hap...


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21 Q&A

Q: Can a tip plasty avoid any possible breathing issues that can come from a full cosmetic rhinoplasty?
Answered by Dr. BrandonOctober 31, 2022

A: Hello and thank you for your question. A procedure limited to just the tip of the nose could definitely address your concerns, and is probably less likely to cause breathing issues when compared to a full rhinoplasty. That being said, breathing issues after tip-plasty still can occur, so it is good to be aware of this possible risk. Rhinoplasty in general is not a skin procedure. The surgery addresses the bone and cartilage beneath the skin, and the skin simply drapes over the new framework that was created. The thickness of the skin can limit the amount of change that is able to be made.

Q: Am I a good candidate for a Rhinoplasty? (Photo)
Answered by Dr. BrandonOctober 30, 2022

A: Hello. I would agree with the other surgeons who have already answered your question. Rhinoplasty may be a great option to improve the appearance of your nose. I would recommend seeing a board certified surgeon who specializes in rhinoplasty.

Q: Nose still crooked and having trouble breathing 6 months after septorhinoplasty revision. What went wrong? (photos)
Answered by Dr. BrandonOctober 30, 2022

A: Hello, and thank you for the question. It appears that your profile (side view) is much improved from your second procedure. On the front view, you do still appear to have a slight curvature of your nose, however you are only 6 months out from surgery. There is undoubtedly still a significant amount of swelling remaining in your nose. As this improves, the shape of your nose may improve as well. Your surgeon may be able to recommend some conservative measures to help things along including massaging, taping at night, or steroid injections. It is important to remember that revision rhinoplasty is extremely difficult, especially after the nose has had 2 significant traumas and 1 prior surgery. It may not be possible to fully straighten your nose out. I would recommend you follow up with your surgeon for further evaluation.

Q: Rhinoplasty 6 months ago & it left a dent in my nostril - will it heal? (Photos)
Answered by Dr. BrandonOctober 30, 2022

A: Hello. Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, the photos that are submitted are difficult to see what you are referring to. I would recommend trying to re-take the photos in better lighting with a better camera (not the selfie camera on your phone). This may require someone to help take the photo for you. This way we can see better what you are trying to show us.

Q: I hate to smile now. How can I get my old face back? (Photo)
Answered by Dr. BrandonOctober 30, 2022

A: Hi there. Thanks for the question. I am not aware of a single procedure that will address both of your concerns. A rhinoplasty or "tip-plasty" will certainly help lift and refine your tip, and prevent it from plunging when smiling, but won't do much for dental show while smiling. Your lips appear to be much fuller now than when you were younger, so I wonder if you have had lip filler. If that is the case, then that can be a big reason for less of your teeth showing when you smile. One easy correction for this is to dissolve the lip filler. Alternatively you may be a candidate for what is called a lip lift.