What truly sets this practice apart is that the doctor herself does the injections -- and it shows…read more Dr. Pontius is exceptionally thorough and takes the time to really study your face before doing anything. Her work is precise, thoughtful, and never rushed. She uses ice and numbing cream as needed, which makes the entire experience surprisingly easy and comfortable. The office is calm and welcoming, located upstairs with beautiful natural light, and parking is easy in the Lower Coast Village area -- a real plus. I especially appreciate that Dr. Pontius asks you to come back a few weeks after your first visit to see how everything has settled. That follow-up speaks volumes about her care and her desire to truly understand your individual needs over time, rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach. The front desk and assistant, Emma, are also wonderful -- professional, warm, and organized -- making the experience seamless from start to finish. The printed post-care sheet is excellent and incredibly helpful to reference afterward. I wish every practice offered this. Professional yet warm, meticulous without feeling clinical -- a practice that clearly prioritizes both patient care and exceptional results.

First of all, I rarely write any reviews online but because of the problem that Iam having right…read morenow after getting vaginalplasty and my prolapse fixed, I think I should write a review here. For some reason, after the surgery, I start developing the recurring UTI, scarred structured vulva, , urgency and urine hesitancy. As a result, I went to see 2 of the Urogynecologies ( which I have to pay out of pocket) and they both said that the surgery that I had which brought damage to my vulva and somewhat causing the problem that I have right now. I soon will need another surgery so that I my bladder can function normally as it's supposed to be. I think if you want to have a surgery done down there, you need to find a well trained surgeon who is specialist in this field , board certified, not just an ob gyn. Nothing offense here but get it real, you need to do the research, lots of research and ask around when it comes to surgery. The reason I give 1 star because doctor Turner is a nice guy but unfortunately he did not fix the problem that I came in for but in reverse. Below is my doctor report before getting the surgery done again.

Dr. Lowenstein is truly the best in the business! I've now had two breast augmentations with him,…read moreand I couldn't be happier with my results. The first time he gave me a beautiful, natural outcome, and when I decided to go a bit larger for my second BA with Motiva implants, I fully trusted his eye and expertise to deliver. I was torn between two sizes and left it completely in his hands, he nailed it! Beyond his incredible surgical skill, Dr. Lowenstein made what can feel like a stressful process so comfortable and reassuring. I can't imagine going through this with anyone else. His team is just as amazing. Christina, the patient coordinator, makes the scheduling and planning process absolutely seamless. I am beyond thrilled with my results and so grateful to Dr. Lowenstein and his entire team. If you're considering surgery, look no further, you're in the very best hands!

Dr. Lowenstein is an extremely skilled and compassionate surgeon. I highly recommend him to anyone…read moresuffering from migraines. My 20 year old son has suffered with debilitating pain/migraines for the past 7 years. He has been in constant daily pain that entire time, the only thing that would relieve his pain was weekly nerve blocks and even those would only reduce his pain for 1-2 days. He wasn't able to attend school in person or get a job. He has missed countless family/friend events and has missed out on so much of his childhood and teenage years. He has greatly suffered physically and mentally/emotionally for years. We found Dr. Lowenstein during a google search and he has completely changed my sons life and future. My son had nerve decompression surgery from Dr. Lowenstein for supratrochlear neuralgia. He woke up from surgery completely pain free and remains pain free for the first time in 7 years! Dr. Lowenstein is a very knowledgeable and skilled plastic surgeon who took great care during surgery to address my sons issues and alleviate his pain, he also created an incision that would heal with minimal scaring. Dr. Lowenstein's pre and post surgical care was very thorough. He is very conscientious with his patients care and well being. He took greats steps to avoid any complications or infections and my son had an extremely smooth recovery due to these efforts. The entire staff at Dr. Lowenstein's office were amazing and such a pleasure to work with! We felt supported and informed throughout the entire process. Crystal, the office manager, was the first person I interacted with when I called. She was so nice and helpful. Christina, the patient coordinator, was very empathetic and supportive to what we were going through. She was very knowledgeable about the surgery and she walked us through each step of the process, even helping us find a hotel to stay at. Christina was very helpful and organized and made me feel like we were in good hands. Jodi and Shelley were my sons nurses, they were so caring and compassionate and really made us feel at ease and well taken care of. Jodi called us several weeks before the surgery and went over everything in detail and answered all of our questions. Jodi was my sons nurse the day of surgery and she really helped calm our nerves. She kept in contact with me before and after the surgery which I really appreciated. When I was overcome with joy and tears after seeing my son pain free Jodi was there to share in my excitement. My sons anesthesiologist, Cory, was very reassuring and professional, we instantly felt comfortable and safe with him. We had Shelley during our consultation and post op appointments. Shelley genuinely shared in our joy and was so supportive. My son and I both felt like he was in great hands with everyone at Dr. Lowenstein's office and that we had made the right decision to move forward with his decompression surgery. This surgery has been life changing for our entire family and we are forever grateful to Dr. Lowenstein for his expertise and his passion to fight for those suffering from migraines and nerve pain. Dr. Lowenstein was thrilled with my sons outcome and so compassionate. I highly recommend Dr. Lowenstein and his staff to anyone suffering from migraines. Dr. Lowenstein is doing very important work and I hope that this surgery will become more well known in the medical community so that more people suffering can find relief like my son has.

Dr. Chapple is doing God's work on earth!…read more My story begins in San Luis Obispo, CA where I was working at a bar in mid-March and was hit in the face by a drunk guy. This resulted in my left cheekbone being fractured in three places. The following week, everything began getting shut down by COVID-19. It was extremely difficult to reach my insurance, doctors offices, and even find soft foods at the grocery store. That first week after the injury was brutal. I wasn't seen by a specialist until over a week later. Then when I finally got to see him, his office and my insurance could not come to a financial agreement for the surgery. I saw him three times over the course of a month and a half and every time was this same excuse. Then finally after he gave up on my insurance, I found Dr. Chapple. At first I didn't know what to expect, I never thought I would be seeing a plastic surgeon at the age of 25 (or ever for that matter). The first time I saw him was at the end of May and he asked me "Why was this fracture not corrected around the time of injury?" When I told him it was a financial problem between the insurance and previous specialist, he couldn't believe it. He sat me down and explained all my options, he was very thorough and explained everything so any regular person could understand. After his explanation I told him I was still interested in doing the surgery and he told me they would schedule it right away. I genuinely felt this doctor cared about my situation and wanted to help. I struggled immensely between the injury and seeing Dr. Chapple because it felt like no one was going to help me recover. Dr. Chapple has a kind heart and his staff was very professional and helpful throughout the entire process. The surgery took place days later, YES DAYS. After waiting for so long I couldn't believe it was actually happening and the results could not have been better! The left side of my face was essentially flat before the surgery and now it looks like I have a cheekbone again. There is no doubt, if you want a plastic surgeon that cares about his patients and gives amazing results, go see Dr. Chapple!

I was incensed by the person slamming Dr. Chapple. Indeed, her remarks illustrates the "power …read more.. and folly" of Yelp. A person with no knowledge of Dr. Chapple can react like a spoiled trollop because of some hurt "snowflake" feelings. Then again, what she stated, probably happened. New staff can make errors. Remember, this "offended person" had no procedure from Dr. Chapple. So, now you will hear from someone who has known Dr. Chapple for 45 years! Back in the late 1970s and early 1980s I opened my electrology office in Santa Barbara and had several transsexual clients (M - F beard removal). At the time few surgeons would work on transgender people. The infamous Dr. Brown, Los Angeles, (who eventually lost his license and moved to Mexico) did surgeries and disfigured many trans-people; including a few of my clients. I wrote to all the surgeons in Ventura and Santa Barbara about this horrible situation. ONLY Dr. Chapple responded. He phoned me. He not only corrected the surgeries, but he didn't charge ... the surgeries were free. Thus, began my extensive experience with Dr. Chapple. Over the years, I have referred at least 50 of my own patients (and friends) for plastic and reconstructive surgery. All brilliant outcomes. Chapple is not only a stellar surgeon; he is a "wizard" and is able to do things others seem incapable of preforming. And, I know what I'm talking about. I worked in surgery with other surgeons. Their work was not up to Chapple's level. (Great personalities ... not so great in surgery!) For example, I had a simple "eyelid" procedure from a surgeon I worked with, and it "went wrong." Chapple corrected it using a complicated procedure that other surgeons were anxious about performing. But it gets better! One of my favorite patients had breast augmentation from another plastic surgeon (no longer here). The surgeon took my patient home after her surgery and "enjoyed a good time" in his hot tub. A few days later, the woman had both breasts infected and ended up at Cottage hospital. Chapple was called in. He had to remove both breast implants and the woman was on I.V. antibiotics. After she was cleared-up, Dr. Chapple reconstructed her breasts FOR FREE. Even the mention of Dr. Chapple's name, to my client, would cause her to cry at how much he helped her. But it gets better ... WAY better! For Chapple's entire career, unknown to people in Santa Barbara, he has traveled to underdeveloped countries and performed free surgery on children and adults with facial (and other) deformities. He pays his own way. I asked him why he doesn't claim any "notoriety" and he said he doesn't want any recognition. "Helping others in need" is enough reward for him. There are facelifts, and then there are facelifts. The ones you cannot detect are the ones Chapple has done. He is the only surgeon I've seen who can perform male facelifts (and female too, of course) that look completely natural. Again, I have sent at least 50 people to Chapple (and cared for many of his post-op patients) ... I know his work well. Additionally, Chapple is not only one of the best Plastic Surgeons ... he is also one of our best physicians (he is in the Dr. Hosea category: TOP guys!). Before any procedure, Chapple reviews what is intended and he directs me to all the finest physicians (and saved me from the not-so-good ones). Several years ago, he identified a potentially fatal skin cancer on my face; when the lesion was less than 1-millimeter in diameter. I had to have a large (hand-sized) skin graft and 5-weeks of radiation. I'm fine; the graft is nearly invisible. If you want an office done-up by a decorator, a 300-gallon fish tank, a fancy coffee, a pampering staff that looks like Vogue models, and a surgeon who is more SALESMAN than surgeon ... Chapple is not your man. If you want facials, worthless "products," feel-good procedures, happy talk and "machines" that do nothing (but take your money) ... it's not Chapple. Indeed, Chapple's office is minimal and he hasn't got the best "bedside" (he is British after all). However, once in surgery he is all business (not easy to work with ... it's a legend), and is focused on his work like an Olympic athlete. Eventually, you will find him charming and engaging ... and intelligent. Yes, Cambridge and Stanford intelligent! Chapple's successful surgeries number in the thousands in Santa Barbara. Probably everyone you know has been touched by this kind and extraordinary man: a man with virtually no ego, and no need for superficial adulation. Actually, he doesn't "need Yelp" at all ... his patients come from his many thousands of successful outcomes. Santa Barbara knows Dr. Chapple! He's a local institution.

Dr. Gross & his staff are wonderful. Easy to make appointments & call or email if you need…read moreassistance. Dr. Gross is exceptional in every aspect. From his perfection of sculpting the body, to his genuine & authentic personality. He is kind, always has a smile, listens clearly to what you want, & cares how others feel. He was beyond worth the travels back n forth from Woodland Hills to Santa Barbara. If I had to choose a physician in his field, there wouldn't be a hesitation in my mind, I'd go back every time!! Thank you, you are forever respected & appreciated!!

Had a wonderful experience with Dr .Gross & staff . Had a…read morebreast lift & 30 yr old implants removed . I felt everyone including - nurses to anesthesiologist were just amazing and supportive. Dr.Gross very professional and so knowledgeable. My breast look amazing , youthful and natural . Definitely would recommend .

I have visited Dr Casey twice now for yearly follow up-ups and he is very knowledgeable and seems…read moreto care about his patients. I always feel heard and confident when he tells me everything is looking good. I highly recommend Dr Casey for all your vascular needs.

Great Natural Results!…read more I'm so incredibly happy with my results. I have lived my whole life with genetic eye bags that caused me to be very insecure. This is a procedure I have always dreamed of but was too scared to follow through. I researched for years. Dr. Taban's scarless technique for lower blepharoplasty is just what I needed to make me feel more confident in committing to surgery. I'm still so amazed when I wake up and see NO large puffy bags. Now I look how I feel. Thank you Dr. Taban!

Completely botched by Taban in Beverly Hills. My results are…read morehorrific and devastating. My corners are blunted, webbed, and decompressed. He used an alloderm graft to correct retraction, but the graft got completely dissolved by my body. Furthermore he performed orbital decompression which made my corners decompressed. I have now severe retraction with blunted corners. Before the surgery, my corners were never touched, I only had some slight retraction. My consult with him was via skype and lasted only 10 minutes. I regret going to him and would not advise him.

Went to Dr. Sheffield for a rhinoplasty in 2022. Overall, I had a great experience under his care…read moreand the results were incredible. The healing process was painless and I had minimal bruising & swelling. My nose looks very natural and to this day people have a hard time believing that I had a rhinoplasty. His pricing was the reason I was able to afford the surgery and improve my self esteem drastically. His work is incredible and I planned to go back for other procedures but he retired in 2023. I was bummed out but I hope he enjoys his retirement!

Dr. Sheffield was kind and thorough. Gave me his recommendations and followed up with more…read moreinformation via email. No pressure. Very nice place. Did pay $75 for consultation which I understood ahead of time and can be applied to procedure or services in the future.

In June this year, I received abdomen and flank lipo from Dr. Neavin. I truly couldn't be happier…read morewith my results! He took out 5L of fat from just my abdomen and flanks and it looks so natural, aesthetically pleasing, and symmetrical. For reference I'm 22 years old and I am active but I just wanted the lower belly fat I had to be removed, also known as small apron belly. Everyone at the office was very helpful during pre and post op care and answered all questions I had. Now I am 10 weeks post op and I feel like my normal self again. The scarring was also so minimal! When I got a lymphatic drainage massage (personal choice) they couldn't even find the scars at first. Dr. Neavin really is an artist in his craft and very knowledgeable in his field. He is also very funny and kind which helps with easing the nerves that come with preparing for an invasive procedure. :)

Tim is a genius!! He injected my own "fat" in my face and I…read morelove love the way I look now. So natural .. I just don't have the lines and creases that aged my face. I just look so much better and feel better about my appearance . He also did a "lip lift".. so great . My upper lip has a slight "perky " look now. I love it. No injection so not that puffy look.. I'm beyond happy with what he's achieved with my appearance !!! Highly recommend!!!