Before meeting Dr. Kim, I was convinced that he wouldn't be able to help me. After three previous rhinoplasties and dealing with my overly crooked nose and deviated septum, I expected him to tell me--like other plastic surgeons had over the years--to leave my flawed nose alone. To my surprise, after his assistant took pictures from all angles and he examined my nose, he said he could help me and that I was a good candidate! Two months ago, I underwent revision rhinoplasty with Dr. Kim, and I'm extremely happy with the results. [[HIGHLIGHT]]He guided me every step of the way regarding what to expect from the surgery.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Firstly, he informed me that my nose would be swollen and appear "big" for several months and that it might take up to 1-2 years to settle into its expected shape.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]He also mentioned that some asymmetry would remain, but that it would be significantly improved.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Even while still swollen, I can see a huge improvement, and I've already received compliments from three friends about my new nose. I can breathe better now and have less sinus discharge. Most importantly, I no longer feel self-conscious about my nose. Each day, it seems to be getting a bit smaller, which is exciting. The renditions he provided of what my new nose would look like closely match how my nose appeared right after surgery before the swelling began. I would recommend Dr. Kim to anyone unhappy with their nose. I only wish I had found him sooner. read more

Dr. Kim is an expert at revision surgery. He greatly improved my appearance and quality of life by fixing what another doctor had attempted earlier. He's dedicated, determined and kind. His office staff is organized and helpful. I'm so glad I choose him and can highly recommend him! read more

Uneven nostrils, bridge of the nose smashed, nose crooked now, what was a naturally high bridge is now completely flat. Damage that can't be repaired. He was the first nose surgery and got two more to try to fix it. Botched on every level and sent me on my way. read more

I have seen both Natalie and Sunny to receive tox injections on a schedule of about every 2-4 months for the past year to address hereditary corner eye folds and a wrinkle forming above my nose. As a newbie, I was wary of how heavy-handed some providers can be in pursuit of profit, with tox and fillers being doled out in large doses for the sake of $ without consideration for a patient's end result. I even have a few close friends who have been over-done by injectors who were unable or unwilling to be honest with them about what would look good and when to stop. I was apprehensive about starting cosmetic enhancements due to fear of ending up not looking like myself. However, my first impression of Dr. Kim's office was - WOW, everyone working in and patronizing this place looks so naturally beautiful! No overfilled lips, no frozen faces, just really classic, effortless beauties. A good sign! [[HIGHLIGHT]]As a complete beginner to cosmetic injections, having Natalie as my first injector was an ideal experience. She is extremely knowledgeable about anatomy and science, has a gentle and enthusiastic bedside manner, and is just generally a lovely person.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We started slow and have worked up from about 18 units to about 28 units of Botox and/or Dysport. After a year(ish) of regular visits, I am feeling more confident and empowered about my decision to pursue this type of treatment. I will mention that I have been told they are pricey by comparison to other places in the city. Last visit, I paid $398 for 28 units of Dysport with a small rewards credit applied. I'm sure there are "better" deals out there, but the location, incredible office and injector staff, and overall experience makes it worth it from my perspective. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Even as a young professional (read: not exactly rolling in cash), it feels worthwhile to give myself a luxurious-feeling self-indulgent little quarterly treat. I can't imagine going anywhere else for my facial aesthetics![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

David W Kim, MD - After about a year worth Botox/Dysport (maybe 5 sessions?) - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I am 6 months post rhinoplasty with Dr. Kim and [[HIGHLIGHT]]I could not be happier with the experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The care and time that was taken to fully detail what to expect made me feel both calm and assured that I was in the best of hands. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I waited for years to find the right doctor and Dr. Kim and his staff made it an easy choice in the end.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I recently had a primary rhinoplasty with Dr. Kim and the entire process has been fantastic. I had a very particular criteria in what I was looking for both with my result and my surgeon and Dr. Kim delivered. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dr. Kim and his staff were absolutely lovely, walking me through everything from the consultation, what to expect on surgery day, after care and so forth.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]What I really appreciated about the experience was the concierge level service from his office, and his genuine humility and elation when I told him I was very happy with my result.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You can tell that Dr. Kim cares, however he won't lie to you and will be realistic about what can be achieved. Surgery is one of those things where its very daunting and scary and you are committing to a personal and permanent change. It took me a long time to pull the trigger and I'm glad I did it and I knew in my bones that I chose correctly. read more

I got a septoplasty and bilateral turbinate resection (functional only) and choosing Dr. Kim to perform this was the best decision I could've made. I can finally breathe through both nostrils for the first time in my life and no longer have post-nasal drip in the mornings. He's the only person I would trust! He's double board-certified in Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology and obviously has the dexterity and meticulousness of plastic surgeon to make precise adjustments - he's one of the top plastic surgeons in the world. Even though I got a functional procedure, he's a perfectionist and also seemed to have corrected some unevenness in the bridge of my nose from a past rushed turbinate reduction procedure from a top ENT doctor in SF 9 months prior. 100% recommend. I was able to get a pre-certification prior to the surgery and my insurance covered a good portion of it. read more

Says's he the best rhinoplasty doctor but what he did was mutilate my face and make it very difficult to even have approximately the look as before his "work" He may be good for one or two types of procedures according to other reviews, but you could end up with something out of left field and have to pay for revisions. My trust was totally exploited. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Then he had me fly to San Fran just to tell me he can't do anything about it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Reminds me of when you go to the barber and they give you whatever they want rather than what you ask for. Go to @agonysthread for the whole story read more

David W Kim, MD - Before - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I waited a couple weeks to write this review so my dysport could settle out. I was in town for a long work trip and wanted to get a little touch up on my eyebrows and crows feet. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I was a little nervous since I have my go to person in LA but decided to give Natalie a try since she had so many good reviews.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Ummmm first of all, I love how it turned out!. Not too much, not too little. It came out just right. It doesn't feel heavy at all and I really appreciate that she didn't recommend more than I needed. It was exactly what I came in for and turned out great. There is definitely an up charge in SF compared to LA (and I get mine done in Beverly Hills), so I was a little caught off guard by the pricing. However, I'd definitely return to see her whenever I'm back in town. read more

Outstanding results! I finally have the natural and refined nose I always hoped for. For over 20 years I have been self conscious of the appearance of my nose from a poorly done rhinoplasty. I have sought many doctors and had many revisions. Dr. Kim is incredibly talented and skilled. I highly recommend..worth every penny! read more

I highly recommend Dr. Kim and his team. I had surgery with Dr. Kim and am very happy with my results. The whole process was excellent from meeting the doctor in office, the pre surgery education, surgical center and follow up. My only regret is not seeing him sooner! Dr. Kim is highly skilled artist and truly understands style and function. I am breathing so much better. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I felt very supported through the recovery as well.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I have been living with a deviated septum probably since childhood. I learned later my right nostril was 98% occluded, which severely impacted my sense of smell, breathing, allergies, sleeping, and exercise. I was hesitant to have surgery to address the issue, but Dr. Kim was amazing! Not only did he fix my breathing, but he made me feel calm and supported throughout the entire process. I am sleeping better, no longer snore, can smell out of that side, and took two minutes off my mile time. I highly recommend him! read more

I went to Dr Kim for a rhinoplasty because he came highly recommended, but I am unhappy with the results and extremely disappointed with how he handled our conversation about a revision. The new nose is unattractive. I have multiple problems with it, but the main issue is how large one of the nostrils is. I also used to have a cute upturn at the end of my nose he got rid of even though I specifically asked him to keep it. My new nose doesn't look at all like the renderings he showed me. [[HIGHLIGHT]]When I talked to him about a revision, he told me he couldn't see the flaws I was talking about. I pulled up photos to show him exactly what I meant, and he told me "it's the lighting." He also told me I have "body dysmorphia".[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My family and friends agree that he messed it up, so I know I'm not just seeing things incorrectly, as he would like me to believe. In our first meeting he told me his revision rate is very low for the field. Obviously your revision rate is low if you refuse to accept you did a bad job and shut down conversations about revising it. read more

After having a horribly botched septo-rhinoplasty 4 years ago, I was extremely cautious in picking my revision doctor. [[HIGHLIGHT]]After fully vetting 4 different surgeons, I chose Dr Kim as he did not over promise anything and was also honest about the stiffness given need for rib grafting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I almost did not go with him because of fearing this stiffness. In the end, I cannot recommend him enough and am certain he can handle even the most complex of rhino/ revision rhino cases. His work has so far exceeded my expectations and I am only 6 weeks out and still have quite a ways to go on swelling. It is also stiff as he warned but that will soften a bit and even if it does not, I am still so much happier with my nose that I would still trade this mild stiffness for getting rid of my old, disfigured nose. I can also breathe 10x better. I honestly do not know how he got something that was so incredibly messed up to look like a normal nose again. I[[HIGHLIGHT]]f you are debating working with him and are not sure if he is the right fit, I can tell you that he undersells his ability and talent. [[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]He is a master at Revision Rhino and is also a perfectionist through and through. I[[HIGHLIGHT]] feel so grateful to have had him as my surgeon.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

After I broke my nose in 2009 and fractured my nose in 2020 I was ready to have my nose fixed. I had a large bone spur and a deviated septum. I searched for months and finally found Dr Kim. I am so happy with my result I can breathe and I feel like I look like my old self again. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I could not have picked a better doctor even though I was out of town the whole experience was definitely smooth.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Dr Kim is a master at his craft and I am so glad I had this procedure done. read more

David W Kim, MD - Before and after! - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - San Francisco, California

Natalie NP is the best when it comes to aesthetics and this is demonstrated by her attention to detail, intuition to your needs along with excellent techniques and skills. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely a natural in this profession as I appreciate her passion and extensive experience which shows in her practice![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Literally a life destroyer and he handled it so badly and showed so little concern but my life is still destroyed as is my wallet due to Dr. Kim read more

I've been coming here for the last three years and cannot recommend it more than enough! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love seeing Natalie, she's the sweetest, down to Earth and honest with the procedures she is about to proceed with.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I don't trust anyone else with my face and constantly rave about her when I get compliments on my skin. A huge plus is the amazing view from the 7th floor of this office! Thank you Nat for keeping me young!! read more

I'm still waiting for my final result, but it's been 3 weeks and I can already breathe so much better than before. I came to Dr. Kim hoping to improve my breathing and to have a more natural nose aesthetic at the tip. I had an overly rotated tip (ski slope nose) from a primary rhinoplasty. One of my functional concerns was that my nostril collapsed in and restricted my airflow. Dr. Kim was careful in both our consultations to not overpromise. He didn't guarantee any perfect outcome, but explained techniques that he believed would improve the breathing. Fortunately, it was a success and the breathing is improved. My nose feels stronger, more structurally stable, and more like my original nose. It's still too swollen to say much about the aesthetic, other than it looks much smoother, and more natural. One of the tricky things about cosmetic surgery and rhinoplasty especially, is that no outcome is guaranteed. There were things that I hoped for that Dr. Kim was not able to do. One is the placement of my nostrils. My columella wouldn't come up so I am mildly disappointed that we couldn't achieve that outcome given the high cost of the procedure. However, I'm grateful that above all, Dr. Kim prioritized function and structure. One thing to add: Dr. Kim and I discussed turbinate reduction to further improve breathing. One of the risks we discussed was empty nose syndrome (ENS), so I decided against it. I'm glad I didn't do it. My breathing is fine without doing that, and the anecdotal evidence for ENS online is pretty terrifying. Dr. Kim even transparently said that he's caused it accidentally before, and there's no guarantee we'd avoid it. So look into that if you haven't. I was grateful for his transparency. He's confident in his skill and also honest about risks. Surgery day: Greenbrae Surgery center seemed old school and not very comforting compared to centers I've used in UT. Your family can't enter the building ever. You enter and check in alone. Leave valuables at home, because everything is left in a locker and you wear just a hospital gown. There's no private room-- you are in beds separated by curtains. They put the IV port in before you walk to the surgical room. The anesthesiologist didn't calm me, didn't have great bedside manner, and I think she overdid my dosing. I've gone under multiple times before, and I've NEVER been so sick instantly upon waking up. The aftercare nurse rushed me and wanted me out asap (I got the impression she was eager to go home.) I just told her I wasn't ready. Very sharp contrast to Dr. Kim's really gentle and confident bedside manner. Also, the surgery center can charge you ~ $900/hour that the surgery goes over. I'm glad I did this, but I cannot understate how emotionally and physically intense this whole experience was. Be prepared going in. Be sure your values are aligned with Dr. Kim. He does functional and natural. And he is very skilled. I'm grateful and confident in my Kim nose. Do your research and make sure you like his style. Functionally speaking, you're in capable hands, and that is impossible to overstate in the rhinoplasty industry. read more

David W Kim, MD - Nostril restriction before, as well as uneven contours and unnatural shape. After - nostrils more open, more triangular tip shape. - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Dr. Amit Arunkumar is such a brilliant and thoughtful doctor in every way. I felt listened to, cared for and so happy with my results. The main thing I was blown away by was the relief of my TMJ with Botox in my jaw. I did notice some slimming effects even though I was getting it due to my teeth grinding. The office is beautiful and in a relaxing part of the city. I'm grateful to have found him and this space. read more

I feel extremely lucky to have been referred to Dr. Kim as I was looking for a functional rhinoplasty surgeon. It's not easy to find someone who has the experience on both sides of functional and cosmetic reconstruction. It's been 6 months since I had my surgery and I'm constantly amazed at how much I can smell now compared to before. I wasn't aware how much my nose was impacting my ability to breathe properly and smell things. When it comes to something as vital as your nose, I'd recommend Dr. Kim 10/10 times. All of the nurses who took care of me before and after surgery noted how Dr. Kim's patients don't bruise as much, and have minimal swelling--that was also the case for me! It was incredible to see how much work had been done, but the recovery was much easier than expected. [[HIGHLIGHT]]He has a great team as well, I felt well taken care of through the entire process.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I started seeing the beautiful Natalie for my Botox maintenance about a year ago. She is the BEST! She focuses on the things that really bother you and she's very knowledgeable in what she does. Her technique is pretty darn PAINLESS. I was really interested with fillers and she gave me a little taste. She says I don't need it but I might just get more? lol jk, maybe. I also recently did IPL laser treatment to zap my melasma/freckles that darkened during pregnancy. I LOVE IT! It's like a magic eraser for your face. Natalie is gentle and takes breaks if you need a breather, but honestly, because she's so gentle I never needed a break. Anyways, this PPD mama needed to feel some love and Natalie helped me feel so pampered. read more

I'm two months post surgery of a septoplasty, and I can completely understand why my allergist at Stanford told me the best ENT in the Bay Area is Dr. Kim. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I felt like I was in exquisite hands from the moment I was greeted by Amy in Dr. Kim's office.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Dr. Kim spent time with me going over the procedure, was precise the day of the surgery, and continues to follow up with me making sure I haven't had any complications. I heard three friends' stories how other ENTs changed the shape of their nose during the surgery which alarmed me. Dr. Kim put me at ease telling me he has performed 1000s of these surgeries, and my allergist mentioned Dr. Kim is the surgeon that often corrects the mistakes of other ENTs. The benefits of this surgery have been life changing as noted by an increase in deep sleep by 34 percent each night, and I can now breathe out of my nose which has completely changed my practice of daily hot yoga. I feel more positive benefits are still to come and recommend Dr. Kim at the highest level possible! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Dr. Arunkumar is very gentle and patient.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] He did a beautiful job with my facial skin by using the Morpheus 8 technology. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I have received many compliments.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Can't wait to see what's next! Highly recommend. read more

I had put off finding a surgeon to repair nasal surgery from years prior that had damaged my septum and left me with a severely drooping nose. Dr Kim is not only a highly skilled surgeon but someone who understood exactly what result I was looking for and Delivered! Post op was very comfortable and followup meticulous. [[HIGHLIGHT]]His team is fabulous and I am thrilled with the result[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. read more

Dr. Kim saved my self-esteem and sanity. I know how big a statement that is, and I don't write this review lightly. I came to him a broken woman inside. To understand why Dr. Kim is so incredible, you need to know a little about the road that led me to him. After hating my God-given nose since childhood, I had always dreamt of a nose job. I chose a surgeon before my 21st birthday who not only didn't perform the surgery as described in our consultations, but also, my nose looked deformed after the swelling subsided. I went back to that same surgeon for a revision. I know, I know, why did I go back? In my defense, the year was 2002 and 2005, respectively. The internet wasn't what it is today. I figured - he messed it up, he can fix it right? Wrong. So, so wrong. After the revision, I was scared. A single, young twenty-something in an increasingly image-obsessed world thanks to the popularity of MySpace (yes, I'm dating myself) and HotorNot.com, I didn't know what to do. The tip of my nose had cartlidge protruding out of the front; there was cartlidge in a weird shape at the top of the tip. In the cold, my nose became more deformed! I felt mortified to be out in public. I felt not worthy of love. I felt like I should be banished to a tower isolated from all the normal humans. Begrudgingly, I went back to this doctor a third time, but instead of wanting him to fix it, I asked him who *else* could fix it. Rudely, he gave me a name of a pretty famous revison doctor in Oakland. I saw that man, and the consultation was scary at best. His fee was twice what I had already paid, which took me forever to save for anyway. I couldn't afford it. So, off I go, spending the next TWENTY years of my life wearing my hair in my face, trying to contour the heck out of my nose to fix the deformities, turning down trips to the snow, knowing what the cold did to worsen the optics of my nose. One day, I finally mustered the courage to search for a surgeon to fix the horror sticking out of my face. Another surgeon provided me with Dr. Kim's name. Truthfully, I had a consultation with him 17 years after my initial surgery. That meeting was fantastic. He listened with empathy, looking at my nose and understanding what had happened before him. He took pictures and showed me realistic ways to improve it. He made no promises that it would be perfect, and I was 10000% ok with that. All I wanted was to not look like and feel like a freak. Was my nose really that bad? Well, it depends on who you ask. Some people noticed it, while others did, but the point was I did. I left my time with Dr. Kim thinking he was too good to be true. Having been burned so badly by my previous doctor, I was terrified to trust someone again. A third surgery is not to be taken lightly. Fast forward to 2022. I'm in my forties, married to the love of my life. I thought, 'Do more research on Dr. Kim and talk to him again.' Best. Thought. Ever. That second consultation with Dr. Kim was even better than the first. He was thoughtful, truthful, and patient. We talked through everything. Since the first consult with him was a few years prior, he retook pictures and discovered that my nose was collapsing on itself. The first surgeon took out so much cartilage that my nose **was falling inward**, resulting in me being unable to breathe out of my right nostril, a change that happened so gradually that I didn't notice. So now, I hate how I look, and my nose is falling onto itself like Michael Jackson. I had no choice. I had to move forward, knowing that Dr. Kim wouldn't let me down. The surgery date was set for two months later. His staff was so kind and supportive. They are amazing people, truly. My surgery took 6.5 hours, and he completely reshaped my nose. Dr. Kim is a true artist. I cried crocodile tears when the splints and tape were removed, and I felt human for the first time in my 41 years. I felt pretty. I don't have to contour my nose anymore. I don't have to shy away from pictures or hide behind my hair. My nose blends into my face - it is normal. I can breathe in my exercise classes. My life has done a complete 180, and it is all thanks to Dr. Kim. I will never be able to find the right words (I can't even find them even now as I tear up typing all this out) to express my gratitude. If you are considering him to help you out, don't think twice and do it. I'm happy to share my before and after photos! You gave me a second chance at life, Dr. Kim. Thank you!! read more

I could not be more thrilled with my choice to have Dr. Kim perform my rhinoplasty. From my initial consult to every post op appointment, we've been aligned on my goals for my nose -- to achieve a shape I'm happy with, but that looks like a nose I could have been born with. I met with other surgeons in the area, but I felt they weren't going to give me as natural of a result as Dr. Kim. I felt totally prepared for what to expect after surgery and during the healing process. When I was nervous about some uneven swelling, Dr. Kim responded quickly explaining what was going on and, just as he assured me, everything looked fine as my nose continued to heal. I also appreciate Dr. Kim's dedication to the integrity of my nose and not sacrificing functionality for aesthetics, and was still able to achieve a result I love . read more

David W Kim, MD - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - San Francisco, California

I got chin filler and Botox done for the very first time EVER by Natalie, and I am so, SO happy with the results! I came in seeking preventative treatment for lines and general consultation, and went into a consultation with Natalie after seeing some of her work on Instagram. She was so knowledgeable and kind, explaining every part of the process including the pros and cons, along with her personal recommendations. She actually helped explain and veered me away from fillers in a particular area, explaining how it wasn't worth it based on the symptom, and gave me an alternative (and cheaper) solution instead, which helped gain my trust in her helping me find the best solution for me! She has an expert touch - the fillers were not painful at all, and I didn't bruise either! I got what I wanted in the end, which was a natural enhancement of my features and prevention of deeper frown lines. Every step of the way she was reassuring and made sure I was comfortable as we went through the procedure. Price-wise, I had two units of Sculptra, and two shots of Botox, putting the grand total at $1640. I believe that each unit of Sculptra was $730-$750 (I can't quite remember). All in all, I couldn't have asked for a better first experience with injections/fillers! read more

update: listen folks, Dr Kim is a good doctor. i doubt he planned to give me the opposite outcome. i got unlucky. he operated on my friends nose and she got a good result. best to ask docs if they have the slightest inclination things may not go according to plan but perhaps unknown until they operate on you.. a revision haunts me out of fear of another screw up. good luck read more

Sad to report that dysport in the masseters did not help with my tension headaches or facial pain. I clenched less but pain was the same. My face definitely got slimmer and for me, personally, that means prettier so that was a plus. SO HAPPY to report that I tried BOTOX injections in my forehead at my follow up appointment and 5+ years of a perpetual low grade headache to full blown migraine is gone. Also, the elevens between my brows have improved. Totally worth a shot if you have tension headaches! read more

This is a review of Sunny. She has done an incredible job with my masseter Botox! I wanted to go to someone with a lot of experience since this is slightly more involved and less often performed than a little forehead or crows feet. Sunny has done thousands of these injections and is an expert. It has transformed my face completely. I still have a nice defined jawline and it didn't impact my smile at all. I'm so glad I considered this and not buccal fat removal which wouldn't have been appropriate for my face. I just had severely overdeveloped masseter muscles. read more

David W Kim, MD - Masseter Botox results from Sunny - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Septoplasty/Rhinoplasty /some Rib Cartilage removal / scar revision: Let me just say, I love my nose. It looks so natural, like I was born with it. He corrected all my discrepancies with ease (droopy tip, bumps on both side of my bridge etc..) My scar between my eyes is gone. Furthermore, I can BREATHE with ease. Doctor Kim is the best in the business, his staff is very knowledgably and kind. He listens to you, and explains everything so you understand the procedure. The after care was just as thoughtful. If you are serious about a Rhinoplasty, you need to go with the best, that's Dr. David W. Kim. read more

When I say that Dr. Kim changed the course of my life, I am not exaggerating one bit. I walked into Dr. Kim's office in the summer of 2019 as a dejected twenty-something-year-old, ready for him to tell me that my nose was beyond repair. I had undergone 2 rhinoplasties prior to seeing Dr. Kim, and not a day went by after that second surgery without crying over my nose. It was rock solid, the tip was turned up so high, you could see the grafts beneath the skin, it was crooked, and my scar protruded--and I feel like that doesn't even scratch the surface. I had spent too many months avoiding direct eye contact, and while I was petrified of what a third operation might do to me, I also couldn't bear the thought of going on any longer like this. From the minute I walked into Dr. Kim's office, I felt heard and supported. Amy was an absolute angel and ensured I felt comfortable every step of the way. Dr. Kim listened to all of my concerns, studied my past surgical notes, and laid out a plan for how he could help me. I remember balling my eyes out in his office as I explained to him that I would be pouring nearly all of my savings into this surgery, and begged him to just put me out of my misery if he didn't genuinely believe he could help me. Dr. Kim told me he knew he could help me. So I said a prayer and put all my trust in him. And that was the best decision I have ever made in my life. Dr. Kim worked literal miracles on me. I look like I was born with this nose--in fact, even my sisters often say that they now forget that I ever had a rhinoplasty because of how natural my nose looks. For the first time in my life, I can say that I LIKE my nose. It's cute, it's feminine, it's straight, it's soft to the touch, it's smooth. I can look people in the eyes and feel confident in what they see back. I never thought I would be in a position to feel this way, and feel so insanely lucky and grateful that I found Dr. Kim. I promise you can be in no better hands. Thank you, Dr. Kim, for changing my life. read more

I see Sunny for Botox and she is the best. The office is clean and has a beautiful view of Embarcadero. The staff is friendly and helpful. read more

David W Kim, MD - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - San Francisco, California

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My experience with Dr Kim has been nothing short of incredible. I've had my nose broken several times as a child, and eventually had a septoplasty done in my early 20s to correct my horrible breathing issues. The surgery left me worse off than before - they removed so much cartillage that the tip of my nose drooped and I developed a pronounced bump. My breathing issues were also not solved and were the same or worse as before. After years of hating the shape of my nose and struggling to breathe or sleep (I had to wear breathe right strips every night, couldn't eat food with my mouth close without feeling like I was drowning, etc) I saw Dr Kim, who has incredible bedside manner. He was kind, patient, and answered all of my questions honestly. I was going back and forth between him and Dr Ransom, but Ransom felt rushed and abrasive to me. He also told me he'd use cadaver tissue to rebuild my nose, while Dr Kim said he'd only use cartillage from my own body, which after doing more researched seemed like the option I was most comfortable with. I had my revision septorhinoplasty with Dr Kim 6 weeks ago (just had my post op today) and I am SO happy with the results. For the first time in my life, I can BREATHE! And my nose feels strong. Way stronger than before, when my nasal passages would collapse every time I breathed. My nose ended up being in such bad shape (the original surgeon had removed more cartillage than Dr Kim had hoped) so I had a graft from my rib taken to rebuild the structure of my nose, which I see was the right choice. I also love the shape of my nose- I look so natural and like "me." No more bump, but also I don't have an upturned pig nose. No one has even noticed unless I point it out to them (which was hugely important because I didn't want to look "done"), but the difference to my confidence is astounding. Today I also decided to spring for my first round of Botox ever with Sunny. She was so kind and lovely - not pushy at all, but she gave me honest feedback to address my intense TMJ (my jaw muscle is super overactive which causes pain) as well as my desire to prevent future wrinkles. I decided to start with botox in my forehead and "eleven" lines to see how I like it, and then possibly go in for the TMJ muscle at a later date to address the jaw tension there. I won't see results from the Botox for another week or so, but my initial experience with Sunny was excellent! read more

David W Kim, MD - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - San Francisco, California

9 years later, I'm in my late 30s and still love going to Natalie N.P. for botox and now a bit of lip and jowl filler once in awhile. She left the practice for UCSF but she's back and I'm SO happy! I do a bit of botox for my forehead and brow frown - and a bit for my TMJ (bonus it slims my jawline). I only trust Natalie to do filler - she won't over fill you (that puffy look) and she gives just enough for a natural lift! She's a perfectionist with an acute sense of balance - she'll tell you what to do and what not to do! read more

David W Kim, MD - before, uneven, thinner lips - Cosmetic Surgeons Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Had the pleasure of seeing Lisa Leung for my appointment, and she's definitely my go-to moving forward! She was the best, most gentle person I've ever worked with. Go see her!! Thank you, Lisa! read more

I saw Dr. Kim years ago and remembered him as being such a wonderful man. I recently came back to San Francisco and started seeing Natalie for Botox and filler. She's excellent and so sweet. Cannot recommend this team highly enough! read more

My personal aesthetic is lots of sunscreen, good skin care, low key makeup and some preventatives like Botox and filler. I'm 43, luckily I met amazing Natalie in 2016 and she has been the Nurse Practitioner taking care of all my injectables needs since. Natalie gets 5 starts for her extensive experience in both cosmetic and surgical plastics so she always gives a thorough explanation of facial anatomy that helps to guide my choice of a more natural youthful appearance without being outside my comfort zone. She has impeccable technique, calms all the pre injectable jitters right down and has an excellent bedside manner. I highly recommend her! Tip: I seem to always find street parking right out front... bonus for that easy access location in this part of the city. read more

Came here for my first botox experience back in 2020 and would recommend it 100%. I saw the nurse practitioner and I immediately felt really comfortable with her. They first took pictures and then the consult. I expressed my concerns and what I wanted and she explained prices and how everything would work. I really loved how everything looked afterwards. Everything settled evenly and nicely. read more