SoCal Plastic Surgeons - Newport Beach

After having kids, I struggled with how my body looked and felt. I finally decided to have a breast lift and tummy tuck with Dr. Nykiel, and it was the best decision I’ve ever made. I canceled all my other consultations after meeting with him because I knew he was the doctor for me after the initial appointment!!!! Its only been 9 days and the results are amazing—natural, lifted, and smooth. I feel confident in my skin again, something I hadn’t felt in years. Dr. Nykiel was kind, honest, and incredibly skilled. I felt supported every step of the way, and the care I received was outstanding. Marie, Amanda, Erica and his entire staff at the Upland location are wonderful! The surgery center was super easy to get to in Ontario,And it was a really fast check-in process. I was already off the pain medication after day . I'm not usually a fan of narcotics, and Dr Nykiel inject your abdomen with something to numb it for 3 to 7 days. Before the surgery, I was so hesitant because of hearing how much a tummy tuck hurts pain wise, and I was going to also be getting a breast lift implant exchange. But Dr Nykiel ensured me that the pain is manageable, which he is absolutely right!! do not hesitate in booking a consultation with this incredible surgeon! I am so grateful—this experience gave me me back.
Pics to come!!!

Updated on 17 Jul 2025:
Here is an update with a picture of my tummy tuck and breast lift with augmentation at 4 weeks post op! There is still swelling on my sides and stomach, but you can already see the sculpting and definition Dr Nykiel created in my abdomen. The recovery was a breeze and honestly overall pain level was a 4-5 the first few days post op, but manageable and dropped down to a 1-2 for the first few weeks. I think my breasts were more sore than my abdomen and tummy tuck scar area that first week. I am obsessed with the work that was done, and will be forever grateful to Dr Nykiel and his team for giving me this confidence back !
3 month before and after pics to come!

I will definitely recommend Dr. Nykiel to anyone that is looking for a plastic surgeon! I am only 3 weeks post op (lipo 360/BBL/chin lipo) and I am already amazed with my results! He and his team made my process a breeze! I know every person recovers differently, but I felt almost no pain and my recovery has been amazing. Thank you Dr. Nykiel and team!

I had the best experience with Dr. Nykiel. I went to other consultations, and I felt that Dr. Nykiel knew exactly what I needed. He listened and addressed any concerns I had. He made sure every question was answered. I felt like I was in the best hands.

After surgery he proved to be such a caring and genuine doctor. He provided direct contact info for any concerns. Over the weeks I would reach out, and he never made me feel like I was bothering him.
His bed side manner, and care of his patients is visible!

I am beyond pleased with my results. I could not be any happier! I had very bad sag, and I was afraid it could not be corrected. They look amazing!

I also want to shed light on the Amazing staff. Each person that helped me was truly amazing!! I felt so cared for.

I’m now six weeks post-op, and I couldn’t be happier! From the initial consultation to the final follow-up, my experience with Dr. Nykiel and the entire team has been exceptional. The recovery was surprisingly quick and smooth, and I felt supported every step of the way. Thank you for making this such a positive experience!

Updated on 2 May 2025:
I’m now eight weeks post-op with 650cc implants, and I couldn’t be happier with my results. The healing process has been smooth, and I’m loving the shape, size, and how natural they look and feel.

I’ve been using semaglutide for several months now, and I’m down 25 pounds! The medication really helped curb my appetite, which made it easier to make healthier food choices and cut down on snacking. The weight came off gradually but consistently, which I appreciated. I had a little nausea in the beginning, but it passed quickly. Overall, I’m thrilled with how it’s helped me and would absolutely recommend discussing it with your doctor if you're considering it.

As a gift, Dr. Nykiel provides patients when complimentary services at his Med Spa. I had Dysport done for the first time, and Trish my injector was energetic and knowledgeable. She was honest about placement for specific areas. Pain was super minimal with maximum results. I understand why people get this done, it’s definitely been a confidence booster!

I cannot say enough about Dr.Nykiel and his staff. Not only is he amazing at his job, he is thoughtful and professional. Recovery wasn’t bad at all, and the staff and Dr.Nykiel himself make sure you are doing well once you’re home. I never felt more confident than I do now.

My experience since beginning with Dr. Nykiel has been exceptional. He always sets time aside to speak with me even when I'm feeling discouraged. I have never had a bad experience. Lets not forget about the rest of his team who are always willing to listen and they give the best words of encouragement. They will never understand how much I really appreciate them.

Hi, I'm Laura. I recently had a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) 360 liposuction with arm lipo, and the transformation has been remarkable for my confidence. I am thrilled with my results! The healing process went smoothly, and I felt supported every step of the way. The staff and my surgeon, Dr. Nykeil, were exceptionally friendly and communicative, making the entire experience fantastic.

I had the best experience with Dr. Matthew Nykiel and his team! I’ve had two procedures with him—a BBL in 2021 and a breast augmentation in January 2024—and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From the very start, Dr. Nykiel and his staff were extremely professional, supportive, and detail-oriented. My BBL had to be postponed due to unforeseen circumstances, but the team was very accommodating and made the entire process smooth. Recovery was challenging since I couldn’t sit for six weeks, but the transformation was absolutely worth it. Maintaining the results with proper exercise and diet has been key, and I love how everything turned out.

My breast augmentation experience was just as positive. I went from a B cup to a D cup with 415cc high-profile gummy bear implants, and Nurse Marie was so helpful in guiding me to the perfect size. Recovery was easier than expected—aside from avoiding pressure on my chest for six weeks, it was very manageable. Now that I’m 2.5 months post-op, my results look incredibly natural, and even my SO has commented on how amazing they feel!

Dr. Nykiel has an amazing bedside manner and genuinely listens to his patients. He makes sure you feel confident and comfortable throughout the process, and his work speaks for itself. His team is also super organized and responsive, which made everything even easier. I’m beyond happy with both of my procedures and highly recommend Dr. Nykiel to anyone considering either BBL or BA!