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Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Our Approach to Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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Montefiore Einstein Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery is an internationally recognized leader specializing in the full range of cosmetic, functional and reconstructive procedures for conditions of the face, head and neck, as well as aesthetic goals. Our multidisciplinary team of fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeons is double board-certified in otorhinolaryngology and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, providing the highest level of expertise in nonsurgical and surgical treatments. Using the latest minimally invasive techniques and technologies, our world-renowned doctors restore function, improve appearance and enhance quality of life for adults and children. Working closely with our National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, we provide plastic and reconstructive surgery for patients after the removal of head and neck tumors to improve medical and personal well-being. We are among the elite 1% NCI-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the U.S., and we are ranked in the top 1% of all U.S. hospitals for ear, nose, and throat, and cancer care according to U.S. News & World Report.

Our experts collaborate closely with specialists in dermatology, oculoplastic surgery, head and neck surgery, plastic surgery, oncology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, neurosurgery and other fields, using a comprehensive and personalized care approach tailored to the unique needs of each patient.

At the Forefront of Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery

We perform a large volume of functional and cosmetic septorhinoplasties each year, encompassing surgeries to improve breathing as well as the aesthetic appearance of the nose. We offer tailored care for hair loss as well as the complete array of nonsurgical and surgical aging treatments, such as facial rejuvenation using the latest injectables and lasers, as well as facelift, neck lift, eyelid lift and brow lift procedures. Our specialists are leaders in reconstructive surgery, specializing in the correction of congenital, traumatic and postsurgical deformities of the face, head and neck. In addition, our specialists collaborate with our head and neck surgeons and dermatologists to reconstruct skin and soft tissue defects following Mohs surgery for patients with skin cancers. We also specialize in the treatment of eyelid ptosis (drooping eyelid that affects vision), dermatochalasis (excess eyelid skin), ectropion (lower eyelid drooping) and brow ptosis (drooping eyebrows), as well as hypertrophic scars and keloids of the face and neck. We collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assist in facial reanimation for the management of facial nerve disorders and paralysis, as well as transorbital neuroendoscopic surgery (TONES) for skull base conditions at our Comprehensive Skull/Cranial Base Center—one of the first and few centers in the nation to routinely offer TONES.

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Advanced Treatments

We offer access to the most advanced cosmetic, functional and reconstructive procedures using the latest technologies to address the complete spectrum of face, head and neck conditions, as well as aesthetic goals.

We specialize in the full range of nonsurgical, open and minimally invasive cosmetic and functional facial, head and neck procedures, including:

  • In-office facial rejuvenation and nonsurgical aging procedures, including injectables (Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin®, Jeuveau® and Daxxify®), dermal fillers (Restylane®, Juvederm® and Voluma), chemical peel, laser therapy and other skin resurfacing and skin-tightening procedures, such as dermabrasion, microdermabrasion, radiofrequency microneedling (Morpheus8) and ultrasound (Sofwave™) technologies, for facial lines, wrinkles, acne scars and hollows
  • Treatment for hair loss
  • Aging surgeries such as facelift (rhytidectomy), neck lift (platysmaplasty), upper and lower eyelid lift (blepharoplasty) and brow lift (forehead lift)
  • Cheek and chin implants
  • Liposuction of the face and neck
  • Cosmetic and functional septorhinoplasties to improve breathing for individuals with nasal airway obstruction and deviated nasal septum, as well as the aesthetic appearance of the nose
  • Treatment of hypertrophic scars and keloids of the face and neck ranging from steroid injections to surgical excisions
  • Surgery for eyelid ptosis (drooping eyelid that affects vision), dermatochalasis (excess eyelid skin), ectropion (lower eyelid drooping) and brow ptosis (drooping eyebrows)

We also specialize in the full range of reconstructive and microvascular surgeries for congenital, traumatic and postsurgical deformities of the face, head and neck, including:

  • Adult facial feminization surgery
  • Ear reshaping surgery (otoplasty) to correct ear deformities or irregularities and earlobe repair
  • Facial reanimation for the treatment of facial nerve disorders and paralysis 
  • Microvascular free tissue transfer
  • Reconstruction of congenital deformities of the face, such as cleft lift and palate repair
  • Skull base surgery
  • Surgical repair and reconstruction of skin and soft tissue facial defects following Mohs surgery, excisional or ablative surgery for patients with skin cancers 
  • Treatment of facial trauma

Research & Clinical Trials

We are leading collaborative research and spearheading numerous studies and clinical trials, translating novel scientific discoveries into new treatments to help improve clinical outcomes. Some of our research focuses on developing new treatments and surgical techniques, as well as optimizing outcomes for various facial plastic and reconstructive surgeries, including facelifts, septoplasty and adult facial feminization surgery.

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Your Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Team

Our multidisciplinary team of fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeons is double board certified in otorhinolaryngology and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Our experts specialize in the full range of cosmetic, functional and reconstructive procedures for face, head and neck conditions, as well as aesthetic goals to restore form and function and improve appearance and quality of life.

Nigar N. Ahmedli, MD

Director, Division of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Andrew H. Lee, MD

Facial Plastic Surgeon, Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery

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