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Brian K Machida, MD FACS - STC Plastic Surgery

Brian K Machida, MD FACS - STC Plastic Surgery

4.9(116 reviews)
11.2 mi
31 years in business
Available by appointment

If you are not keen to read a longer review, the headline is DR. MACHIDA IS THE BEST AND I REALLY…read moreCANNOT RECOMMEND HIM ENOUGH! For further detail, keep reading... ...I don't think I have experienced anything in life where I have felt so confident and eager to recommend something with no doubt - I am worried I won't find the words to truly convey how skilled Dr. Machida is as a facelift surgeon (as well as upper blepharoplasty) but I will try my best because I want anyone considering this surgery to visit Dr. Machida for a consultation. I am going to jump ahead and highlight now that my results and recovery were INCREDIBLE (just in case people don't make it to the end because I know this is a bit long) - I am so delighted with both. I had been researching facelift surgery for almost one year and was becoming overwhelmed at what felt like an impossible decision - how could I decide who I could trust to operate on my face?! I explored many surgeons from London in England (where I am from), to many across Los Angeles, including Beverly Hills, attending several consultations, but I just did not feel fully 'sold' on any surgeon I saw. When I came across Dr. Machida online, I felt encouraged but, to be honest, a little sceptical - his reviews were so good, I thought, can this be true?? Honestly, from the moment I called his office and spoke with Bertha, I started to feel excited - this felt different, it sounds silly, but I could just tell that these people knew what they were doing. There was no sales patter, no pressure, just clear information with a warmth that immediately made me feel at ease. This feeling was entirely cemented when I attended the clinic for my consultation. I could write pages and pages but all I will say is, I wish I had met someone like me over a year ago who could tell me that this is the right decision. Of course, you do not know me, you don't know if you can trust me but, believe me, I am fussy, hard to please and will research everything to the most extreme degree. I wasn't willing to scrimp when it came to an operation on my face but, equally, I was not willing to use my life savings for this procedure which is why my research had to be meticulous. Dr. Machida and his staff are too good to be true...except they are not! Dr. Machida is a magician, Sharon is a wonder, her care for me was more than my mother would give, I swear! Norma is a joy and Bertha will leave no stone unturned to help you...she always goes above and beyond to ensure you feel like the most precious patient in the world. As soon as you walk in to the office, you will feel the most genuine warmth and care. My results are perfect, they totally exceeded my expectations, and my 'recovery', the speed of it still amazes me, three months later. I have read so much about others' tough recoveries which, to be honest, I was expecting - I mean it's full face surgery, it seems a big deal, right?! I was expecting the worst BUT...honestly, it was shockingly easy, I experienced very little pain and discomfort. I cleaned my entire house five days after my surgery, it was as though I had only undergone a minor procedure. I don't know how Dr. Machida manages this, like I said, a true magician. To clarify, I had the deep plane face/neck lift, upper blepharoplasty and the full face CO2 laser treatment. At no point was there ANY upsell - I enquired for the upper blepharoplasty, in addition, and Dr. Machida said he did not think it was a necessity but that he could understand my desire and he told me to go away and fully consider whether I really felt I needed it. This is entirely the opposite of any of my other consultations where they all added on recommended procedures which I had not mentioned. You will not regret this decision and, as bonus to the wonderful results you will enjoy, you will meet a special group of people you will never forget.

The best doctor , fantastic staff , no pain. Great results…read more I am having my mom get her face and neck done as well with Doctor Machida. I highly recommend this doctor. I look 20 year younger. Love everything about this place. Thank you all for making me feel and look great. Highly recommend!

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Brian K Machida, MD FACS - STC Plastic Surgery
Brian K Machida, MD FACS - STC Plastic Surgery

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Gregory J Vipond, MD

Gregory J Vipond, MD

4.2(36 reviews)
3.6 mi

Dr. Vipond is wonderful! He is so kind, helpful, and genuinely listens to what you want without…read moreever being pushy. He takes the time to explain all your options, answer every question, and make you feel completely at ease. I always leave feeling confident and cared for. Highly recommend! Regarding the review below: Wow! That certainly doesn't sound like any of my or my friends' experiences with Dr. Vipond. It sounds like its more like a character assasination attempt or trying to extort him for "lost wages". Dr. Vipond has always taken his time to explain my treatment options, what could be expected for recovery, and has never pushed me to have something done. He has also been happy to see me or answer any of my questions after having something done.

My husband recently had a brow lift + mini face lift and only 9 days out he's "almost ready" for…read morepublic viewing. Dr. V's attention to detail with all his incisions being in his hairline and on the forehead they're going to be virtually invisible once the healing is finished. He's a real perfectionist and we're glad our friends recommended him. My husband is already thrilled with the results and anticipating looking even younger than he already does. Every question we had was answered at length and we never felt rushed. His office staff (Cora and Jenny) are both great. I'll be going back to get injections in my lips soon.

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Gregory J Vipond, MD - Never thought my lips could look so awesome. Feel so much better about my self.  Thank u so much Dr. Vipond and your amazing staff..

Never thought my lips could look so awesome. Feel so much better about my self. Thank u so much Dr. Vipond and your amazing staff..

Gregory J Vipond, MD - Patient who had a Face/Neck Lift Surgery

Patient who had a Face/Neck Lift Surgery

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David H. Gilbert DDS, MS, MBA, FACS - Dr. David H. Gilbert

David H. Gilbert DDS, MS, MBA, FACS

4.6(293 reviews)
6.8 mi

I was referred to Dr. Gilbert because I was interested in removing a devitalized molar and getting…read morea dental implant. The molar had been bothering me for years but I finally decided to do something about it. When I had my X-ray taken, Dr. Gilbert showed me that the molar and surrounding gum tissue were infected and that my body has been fighting an active infection! I had been feeling more run-down than usual this past year I thought that it could be this molar; I was relieved to discover that I was right. I immediately scheduled a surgery date for the extraction, bone graft, and ensuing dental implant. Dr. Gilbert told me that I would feel so much better after getting the molar removed. The day arrived and I had my molar removed as a well as the bone graft. Dr. Gilbert was right, I felt so much better immediately after surgery! I didn't bleed much and didn't have much swelling. Moreover, I barely had any pain and only had to take one Motrin the first day - which I took preemptively but I probably didn't need it. About a month ago, I went back for the dental implant procedure. The X-ray showed that my bone graft was adequate and I went right into surgery. After the second surgery, I was grateful to experience a similar result as the first surgery - very little bleeding, pain, or swelling. I just went in for my 4 week follow-up and my implant healed nicely, so nicely in fact that my gums healed over the implant! I have a bone-disease similar to osteoporosis and I'm very particular about who I choose to operate on me. Dr. Gilbert presented himself as professional, confident, and most importantly capable of meeting the challenge of performing a successful dental implant procedure on me. Thank you, Dr. Gilbert! And also thank you to all of the staff and dental assistants who are all very pleasant and respectful of their patient's time!

My daughter was a patient in June 2023 and my son (Dec 2025) just had his wisdom teeth removed by…read moreDr Gilbert. I wouldn't take my children anywhere else. Both procedures were calm, comfortable and extremely smooth. It was both of their first times undergoing a medical procedure and set them up very well to trust and fully recover. Thanks to everyone at this medical office and especially Dr Gilbert for his professionalism and skills.

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David H. Gilbert DDS, MS, MBA, FACS
David H. Gilbert DDS, MS, MBA, FACS
David H. Gilbert DDS, MS, MBA, FACS

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Shine Cosmetic Surgery

Shine Cosmetic Surgery

4.9(131 reviews)
9.6 mi

After my third pregnancy, I spent over a year working out and trying to get back to feeling like…read moremyself. I had gained more weight than I did with my first two pregnancies, and even though I've always been slender, this time my body felt different in a way that was hard for me to accept. I had loose skin on my lower stomach, and after breastfeeding three children, I also felt uncomfortable with the changes in my breasts. Even after a year of consistent exercise and healthy habits, I still didn't feel fully confident or comfortable in my new stage of life. That's when I decided to meet with Dr. Lin -- and I am truly so grateful I did. From the very first consultation, Dr. Lin stood out. He is incredibly honest, patient, and thorough. He takes the time to explain every detail so you are completely informed about your options. He never pressures you or pushes you in any particular direction; instead, he gives his professional opinion, shares what he believes will help you achieve your goals, and then supports whatever decision you feel is right. Throughout the entire process, he helped ease my nerves. I was afraid of making changes to my body and not liking the results, but his guidance, transparency, and reassurance made all the difference. Today, I feel so happy and confident. I feel beautiful again. I feel like myself -- but in a stronger, more empowered stage of life. I no longer feel ashamed of my loose skin, and I'm proud of how I look in my clothes. The results are exactly what I hoped for, and even more natural and flattering than I imagined. I also want to thank his wonderful staff. They were so kind, supportive, and professional throughout the entire journey. If you are considering a procedure and want a surgeon who truly listens, cares, and delivers exceptional results, I cannot recommend Dr. Lin enough. He gave me back my confidence, and I am so deeply grateful.

Dr. Lin and his staff are very knowledgeable, professional, and have been a pleasure to work with…read more They addressed all my concerns, and my recovery was seamless. I recommend him to everyone. My family and I have had breast augmentation, nose job, and blepharoplasty here and the quality of his work has been 10/10 every time. Can't say enough positive things about this place.

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Shine Cosmetic Surgery - Before and 3 months after upper eyelids lift.

Before and 3 months after upper eyelids lift.

Shine Cosmetic Surgery - Before and 3 months after upper eyelid lift.  Improvement that lasts for years

Before and 3 months after upper eyelid lift. Improvement that lasts for years

Shine Cosmetic Surgery - Upper and lower lip rejuvenation by filler injection

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Upper and lower lip rejuvenation by filler injection

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