My wife, Maria, had lower droopy eyelids unfortunately it was catching cold air and debris. We had a plastic surgeon whom tried to fix it twice with no luck we looked for a professional all over California, did our research and found Dr. Burnstine, we felt he had the talent to be able to help my Wife and boy were we right he is an amazing person. Good heart and a very talented surgeon. The outcome was better than we expected. She is incredibly happy with joyful tears that she can now ride her bike with me and go on long walks with out concern of the cold air getting in her lower eyelid, we cannot say enough good things about Dr Burnstine, if you have a need I would hihighly recommend the Dr and his staff. They were all wonderful. Wish we would have found Dr. Burnstine before she had to endure the 2 prior surgeries to try and help her. It definitely pays to do your homework and your research. He is a true professional, read his bio as you will be very pleased with his talent. A Heart Felt Thank You Doc !!! Ray & Maria Byers read more

It's been a year and the lid is back where it was and there is pronounced crease on each eye, making me look OLD as hell! Plus the incision line never has disappeared. Do not go here!!!!!!! read more

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Simply outstanding, from start to finish. Dr. Burnstine was warm and caring from the very beginning and he did a beautiful job. I would recommend him to anyone. The staff was lovely and professional too! read more

Dr. Samimi and the entire team at Aesthetica in Encino were absolutely exceptional. They took care of my family member as if he were one of their own, and that level of care was evident from start to finish. Dr. Samimi's professional, confident, and calming presence immediately put everyone at ease. The entire process was seamless--organized, courteous, timely, and handled with the highest level of professionalism. Every step was clearly explained, nothing felt rushed, and the care was thoughtful and precise. If it's possible for surgery to be a pleasant experience from beginning to end, this was it. The results speak for themselves, and the trust I have in Dr. Samimi's skill, judgment, and expertise is absolute. I would not place my loved ones in anyone else's hands. read more

After surgery for skin cancer had left me with a disfiguring scar I searched and searched for a surgeon to try to fix it, and everyone recommended Eyesthetica. Dr, Burnstein did an excellent job. I feel normal again five other doctors told me no that it couldn't be fixed -if you have a problem and you want the best this is where you need to go. they also have the nicest office crew I've ever encountered. Thumbs up all around. read more

I had lower blepharoplasty surgery (along with the CO laser) with Dr. Burnstine in Pasadena, CA, on December 16, 2025, and I honestly cannot say enough good things about my experience or my results. Before even choosing a surgeon, I spent 4-5 months researching what felt like every top lower bleph doctor in California, Arizona, Texas, and Florida. I read reviews, looked at before-and-after photos, compared techniques, and did my due diligence. After all of that research, I chose Dr. Burnstine, and I can confidently say it was the best decision I could have made. From the very first consultation, Dr. Burnstine was incredibly professional, calm, and thorough. I showed up with three full pages of questions, and he patiently answered every single one. He never rushed me and made sure to ask if I had any other questions before I left (I didn't--he covered everything). A few days later, I thought of some more questions to ask, so I emailed his office, and they emailed me back with his clear, detailed answers. I was also unsure whether I wanted to do CO laser along with the lower bleph, which led to--you guessed it--more questions. Once again, Dr. Burnstine answered everything calmly, honestly, and with no pressure whatsoever. I never felt pushed toward anything--just informed and supported. The surgery itself went spectacularly. I hardly felt a thing, and Dr. Burnstine talked me through every single step as he performed the procedure, which made me feel completely at ease. That evening, he personally called to check on me, which really says a lot about the kind of doctor he is. During recovery, I stayed in close contact with him, sending daily progress photos so he could monitor how I was healing. His instructions were very clear, I followed them exactly, and I healed very quickly. I also had two follow-up progress visits, both of which were thorough and reassuring. The office is clean, cool, and hip, and the entire staff is friendly, welcoming, and professional. Dr. Burnstine is not only an extremely talented surgeon but also genuinely kind, funny, and caring. He makes you feel comfortable, heard, and reassured every step of the way. I am SO glad I chose Dr. Burnstine, and I absolutely LOVE my results. If you're even thinking about lower bleph surgery, go see Dr. Burnstine. After months of research across multiple states, I can say with confidence--you will NOT regret it. On top of everything else, the pricing was exceptionally fair for a surgeon of his caliber. I received top-tier results at a cost I genuinely didn't expect. FANTASTIC RESULTS! FANTASTIC DOCTOR! read more

I was very pleased about the results and the service by all there. I endured a droopy left eyelid for over 20 years and wish I gone sooner. They helped to get everything covered by my insurance too. Great staff and a nice facility. read more

I was with my friend to this office, it's amazing office with amazing employees. So clean. Everyone was very kind, so welcoming. Dr. Michael Burnstine was very nice and very knowledgeable. Thank you everyone read more

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Personable and caring staff. Highest quality medical expertise. Top of the line facilities. Definitely recommend Eyesthetica!

I received blepharoplasty for my droopy eyelids and the bags under my eyes from Dr. Lo. The surgery went well, and the recovery was very quick. I had a very small raised fleshy bump in the corner of my left eye that remained afterwords. Once I was fully recovered from the first surgery Dr. Lo addressed that for no extra charge. That went well and my eyes look great! read more

Caring front office I just met Doctor Cogner I had an eye procedure done with him and I was so scared and stressed .when I walked in Doctor Cogner was so gentle , patient and caring he calmed me down and made the procedure less stressful . His nurse was amazing and held my hand through the whole procedure . They are a very caring office and I appreciate their kindness . It's very rare to find doctors and staff that truly care about their patients . Thank you doctor and staff read more

I first came upon Dr. Burnstine when my ophthalmologist friends all told me they've done rotations with Eyesthetica and he's the god of oculoplastics. I went through a really harrowing experience in Korea and I really thought my life was over for a good 4 months. They performed a canthoplasty, fat grafting and altered my lids from tapered to parallel. I ended up with less open eyes, ectropion which at first was mistaken for a bump that could be done away with steroids, and bags that wouldn't go away. I did so much research and didn't think initially that putting the tendons back together was the solution until I flew to NyC and heard it as the solution as a second opinion. I didn't think it'd be possible to do this and maintain my size, but somehow Dr. Burnstine and Dr. Conger did it. Beyond skills and knowledge, the doctors here are just very caring and have excellent bedside manner, unlike some of the ones who you read reviews about in Bev Hills who treat you as if they are simply too busy. I suggest you do a consult to see for yourself how comfortable they make you feel and what true experts they are. read more

Had my upper eyelids reduced. My eyes are still droopy. The surgeon only accounted for one side of my eyes, causing my eyes to have in irregular shape. They surgery effected my tear gland, causing serious dry eye symptoms. Think twice before you go here!!! read more

I was just fully cleared from my eyelid procedure performed by Dr Burnstine. The overall experience at Eyesthetica Pasadena was quite good. The office staff and medical assistants are outstanding, always polite, always professional, and always pleasant to deal with. Dr Burnstine seems caring and very knowledgeable. I initially had the option to have my procedure fully covered by insurance, but would leave a scar under my eyebrow line. Not bad but I was concerned that the scar would leave a more pronounced line even under the hair, and that it would reduce my hair growth. Instead, I paid for a $10K procedure out of pocket. This procedure would be hidden under the folds of my eyelid, a much more natural result. The procedure itself was an outpatient procedure which took under 2 weeks to heal to the point that it was unnoticeable. The post-operative care was also very seamless and I was constantly asked if there were any concerns. Photos were used to compare the pre to post-op results. My only gripe is that I wish they had given me the option to choose the amount of lift in the eyelid crease. It was never proposed to me, nor was I ever shown any rendered comparisons. In today's technological world, it wouldn't be hard to have a computer generated facsimile of what I would look like post procedure. The end result of my procedure is functionally great, but I would have preferred more lift as my skin tends to be loose and the visual result is not significant. Functionally, the improvements give me a greater field of vision and I don't feel as sleepy, but having spent $10K, I would have enjoyed the benefit of a more lifted eyes. The only time I was informed of what level of lift/crease was after I was under the local anesthesia and Dr Burnstine informed me that he was going with a more subtle crease, even though the nurse assistant felt that it should be more lifted/higher. I would have agreed with the assistant had I been given a choice, because a year after the procedure, my eyelid skin is already sagging, making the procedure almost unnoticeable. At the end of the day, was the $10K worth it? The insurance covered procedure would have given me the exact same functional result, but perhaps left a scar under each eyebrow. Whereas paying for this procedure left no scar, and equally improved function... but I can't help but wish I would have been given a choice. read more

I cannot begin to describe how much anxiety this office has given me. Not only do they have random availabilities of doctors that cycle around offices located in wildly different parts of the city/county (traffic is a thing) -- but I had to *beg* them to stop calling me trying to reschedule and confirm my appointment. Within days of scheduling appointments -- they'd reach out multiple times, asking if I could switch my appointment day/time. I'd ask they not call me regarding appointment changes and then days later -- they'd call again. These calls were at random times -- sometimes before typical business hours or have interrupted work meetings during the day. On top of calling to confirm appointments *and* emailing. It's crazy. Never *ever* coming back to this office again. read more

Great work. Friendly staff. Went to Dr.Burnstine today, he listens to what patients want. So important and appreciated!

If you are planning on having eyelid surgery.. upper and lower you MUST go to Eyesthetica! Trust me, these surgeons are specialists! Don't trust your beautiful eyes with a general plastic surgeon that does everything, go to one that know eyes!!! All these surgeons are incredible! Dr Merritt performed my upper eyelid surgery last year. Best decision ever! Dr Burnstine performed my lower eyelid surgery (ugh.. I had festoons) 2 weeks ago and I am beyond ecstatic! I am jumping for joy as you are reading this. He recommended that I should also get Voluma (ummm.. yeah.. don't need to ask me twice) to make my cheekbones "pop" I will post photos after all the swelling subsides. If you are tired of looking in the mirror and wincing at your droopy eyelids and those gross bags under your eyes. Don't be discouraged, go to Eyesthetica. You will not regret it! read more

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My eye got poked by the bird of Paradise and a foreign object was stuck in my eyeball. I went to 3 doctors trying to get one to fix in and they said I needed surgery asap. Thank God for Dr. Burnstine! He got my insurance approval and got it out of my eye in about 10 minutes. Oh what a relief! The doctor called to check up on me that night as well as the next morning. read more

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There are not enough stars to select for Dr. Bernstine. I first met Dr. Berstine about 3 years ago when I was bit on the face affecting my right eye by a dog. Dr. Bernstine did a fantastic job with the reconstructive surgery and the bite mark was unnoticeable. I have recently returned to do some selective surgery and I am beyond happy with another fantastic outcome and can't thank him enough. He is always professional, friendly and does not rush you during consultation. He has a great sense of humor and is honest with what he believes will be best for you. I can't say enough positive words about Dr. Bernstine and I highly recommended him, as he is truly skilled at what he does. read more

I had a great experience with Dr. Samimi at their Valley location. I had cosmetic surgery in a foreign country (not advised) and was back home with all my stitches and no one to follow up with. All the plastic surgeons that I contacted didn't want to see me and do the follow-up work. Dr Sammi accepted to see me and gave me all the care that I needed to feel better. Thanks to him my recovery got easier. If you are looking for a caring and knowledgeable eye specialist, do not hesitate to see Dr. Samimi read more

Caveat emptor! Do your thorough research, don't make the same mistake I made and not listen to your gut after you're presented with a sales pitch that is as dishonest as Dr. B is tall. His followers are the lucky few, and perhaps the ones proclaiming his praises, but remember that his "surgical ability" is as sketchy as his personality and integrity. Once they have your money you will no longer be important to them, and should you require any corrective aftercare, I wish you luck. read more

I was referred to David Samimi, M.D. over a year ago by a noted surgeon in the cosmetic field. From the moment I engaged with Dr. Samimi's excellent staff and associates, I felt certain that he would be my doctor for life. His economy with his surgical work is spot on. What I mean by this is that most of my of my trusted friends and colleagues tell me "You look so much better and I can't tell that you had anything done." As an actor, this is music to my ears! Dr. Samimi's Santa Monica and Encino offices were always efficient, communicative, organized and provided a sanitized & safe environment since the global pandemic began. I cannot recommend David Samimi, M.D. enough. As I said previously, he is my cosmetic surgeon for life! Thank you, Blake Boyd read more

This review is for Dr. Burnstine. I had a tarsorrhaphy eye procedure and had an adverse reaction to the stitches. The surgeon that performed this was in Orange County (far for a simple cut). I found this surgeon around 12 minute drive vs nearly 2 hours (each way). Burnstine make a big show of how I should really go to the surgeon that performed the procedure because it would require a procedure (he alluded to this being a much bigger deal than a few seconds to cut it out). Meanwhile, I ended up having it cut out by a surgeon in Beverly Hills (super nice and efficient). He cut out the growth in under one minute! Meanwhile, this doctor wouldn't cut out the growth HOWEVER, he was eager to talk me into another surgery. I was open to fixing it, should it not heal properly (not right away). My cornea needed time to heal. Prior to finding the aforementioned docto, he said it should resolve but if it doesn't, give him a call. Well, it got worse (grew more and turned black (nasty looking)) and I did email him hoping he would get back to me the following week. I even asked if he knew anyone LOCALLY that would be able to cut the growth. Did he respond the following week.....NO! He waited nearly two weeks until he deemed me worthy of an email response. I am not looking for anyone to run to email or phone but that is just plain rude after I reached out. I would never trust this doctor if ANYTHING goes wrong. Also, may I add, he is THE ABSOLUTE most pompous doctor I have ever met. He wanted my neurosurgical records for what I have no idea. Prior eye notes, I understand but not anything else. I have had two procedures on the eye and they barely looked at the eye notes. Additionally, he had the audacity to say I was someone focused on their looks simply because I showed him a picture PRIOR to my procedure. My head was in the books (went to a top three school, got my MBA from a top three business school, and have a design portolio to boot. I did not live my life staring in a mirror. Yes, we all want to look our best but that doesn't necessarily equate to 'vanity.' II also have to say, I looked online and was not impressed with the ptosis revisions so, this worked out for the best. I am happy he went to Harvard. My second neurosurgeon went there as well yet damaged my nerves to the point I had to learn to walk, eat, etc.. Going to an Ivy does not mean ANYTHING if you are not super skilled AND attained some bedside manner. I really wanted to write this sooner but I got busy with work. Side note I was charged around 25.00 (somewhere around that) and then that was reduced to around 15.00 (reduction offered when I complained) for a picture of my eye. Why would I want a color paper photo of this is beyond me?!). I was the unlucky recipient of this color copy sent to me in the mail (I guess to justify spending money on this nonsense). I was not told there was a charge to take a digital photo. When I phoned to say I was not paying it, I got all kinds of runaround to talk to some manager that said she would 'look into it.' I was billed again until I said no. This was such a terrible experience that I wanted to document this when I had a few minutes (I type fast). Also, I am not on here often as this happened last year. Newsflash: you can have a friend or even take your own eye photo. read more

I wish I could give Dr. Burnstine ten stars. So happy with my eyelid surgery. I had droopy eyelids which affected my vision. Seeing the results after surgery I told Dr. Burnstine that it was a miracle. He's a great doctor who really takes care of his patients. read more

I recently had an Asian blepharoplasty performed by Dr. Burnstine and I am very happy with my results. As a physician myself, I was referred to Dr.Burnstine by my primary doctor, whose own brother is a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon. My doctor had told me that her surgeon brother will not perform blepharoplasties because it is difficult to get good and natural results. Her brother advised her that blepharoplasties are best done by subspecialists. That being said, my own mother had a blepharoplasty perform by a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon some years ago. After her surgery, her lids looked very unnatural and it was very apparent that she had work done on her eyes. It took a number of years for her eyes to finally look more natural. With that in mind, I was very wary and wanted to find the right surgeon. I did my research on Dr. Burnstine, who is well published and well regarded in his field. He is the director of the Oculofacial Plastic Surgery fellowship at the USC Roski Eye Institute and instructs other surgeons in training. When I first met Dr. Burnstine at his Pasadena Clinic, my first impression was that he was a nice and thoughtful person with a calm disposition. When he had asked me what I wanted to accomplish with my surgery, I had many ideas in my head of these amazing before and after surgery pics that I had seen on the Internet. After hearing my thoughts, he advised me of what he thought he can do for me to give me a natural and good result. Although what I had initially envisioned was not exactly what he advised, I trusted his experience and judgement and followed through with his recommendation. A month later, I went ahead with the procedure. The procedure took about an hour. It was done under local anesthesia with little discomfort. Dr. Burnstine was talking to me throughout the procedure, making sure I was ok. Afterwards, he gave me his cellphone number, and asked me to contact him if I had any post operative concerns. After surgery, my eyelids were swollen. I had a small faint black eye on one side. Following the post-operative instructions, a lot of my swelling went down in about 1.5 weeks. As I am in a profession where I am mostly alone in a dark room all day, I was able to go back to work within a week. During my recovery, I had some concerns and I contacted Dr. Burnstine several times. Every time, he had always answered my call or returned my call in a timely and professional manner. I am now two month post op. My eyes are mostly healed. I don't consider myself a vain person, but I am so glad I went through with the surgery. I feel that my eyes look brighter and more youthful, but at the same time, they look very natural. I get a lot of compliments from my friends and co-workers who have seen me before my procedure. Even my husband, who told me initially that I really didn't need the surgery, feels that my eyes look a lot better. Other remarks: The reception and ancillary staff are courteous and helpful. The clinic is modern, clean and new. Overall, I had a very good experience with Dr.Burnstine and his clinic. I highly recommend him. read more

You will be in excellent, talented, hands with Dr. Burnstine! He's exactly who you want treating something as important as your eyes. I needed a freckle on my eyeline biopsied and was very nervous about having a procedure on my face. But he did a wonderful job. A week out, my eyelid is healing better than I ever could have expected. At this rate, in a few more days, it shouldn't be noticeable at all. To top it all off, he was supportive when I was nervous the day of the procedure. And he called the next day to check how I was doing. The entire staff at Eyesthetica were professional, prompt, and courteous. This is the place you want to go and the surgeon to see! read more

After seeing two optometrist about the strange bump on my eyelid I was finally referred to the wonderful Dr.Bernstein at Eyesthetica. At last a wonderful surgeon who understood the cause, the discomfort and the solution to my new found woe. I saw him for a very pleasant initial consultation where his examination was thorough and precise. We then scheduled the surgery and within minutes, the lump was removed. I was able to see the specimen afterwards and couldn't help but notice his precise cut and careful consideration of maintaining my eyelashes and ensuring that only the unwanted specimen was removed and nothing else. His bedside manner is pleasant, light hearted and lovable! I would absolutely recommend him to anyone and everyone who needs help. I am happy to have found such a great doctor! P.S. the office staff is also so pleasant and accommodating! Always concerned with your comfort and wanting to ensure an overall pleasant experience. The office itself is maintained, clean and well decorated with plenty of seating and entertainment while you wait. Overall wonderful experience! read more

I had an appointment with Eyesthetica in Pasadena with Dr. Michael Burnstine and when I walked into the office the staff was so nice. From his assistances to Dr. Burnstine who was very nice and personable. I'm happy that I was referred to him, because he handled the situation that I had regarding my eyelid in a very professional way. read more

It's a good sign when the front desk staff are consistently smiling and kind - classy concierge - an even better sign when your doc publicly posts results and video procedural explanations. Dr. Dresner does flawless surgical art, minimal downtime, zero hassle or complications = maximum brightness + more light and clearer fov: goal achieved. Dr. Dresner and his whole crew are top shelf! Respectable, pro, clean, clear, thorough, and wow! results. Every part of the upper blepharoplasty experience was as explained and as expected. Dr. Steve also erased some time from my expressions. For sure do this if your insurance covers even half of it. I'm 4 months post-op & very satisfied. read more

I made a deposit of $600 for a laser procedure for small scar and canceled more than two weeks before the procedure and yet the doctor refuses to refund my deposit. I advise against going to a doctor that has questionable character and has an unethical business practice. read more

I have nothing but good things to say about this office. I have already given a separate review of Dr. Burnstine--suffice to say he is absolutely top-notch and I can't recommend him highly enough. But I felt the need to review the office staff as well. I found them to be friendly, conscientious and accessible by phone and email. Not sure why the reviews are so bad as I thought hey were attentive, caring and positive. Keep up the good work and thank you! read more

I experienced the same EXTREME wait times that others have noted in their reviews. But that is not terribly uncommon with doctors and was not what prompted this review. I have seen Dr. Samimi twice. He is a wonderful doctor and I have nothing but glowing reviews of my experiences with him. The office, however, is possibly the WORST doctor's office I have ever been to and that is entirely because of the unpleasant, incompetent, and glaringly rude reception staff. Whether in person or on the phone, they are curt and make you feel like you are inconveniencing and irritating them by speaking to them. I am so sorry, Dr. Samimi, you are a wonderful doctor and should have an equally wonderful office staff. read more

Dr. Burnstine is one of the most compassionate, caring, kind, and thorough surgeons I know, and I'm an ER nurse, so I've met plenty! From the first consult to the day of surgery and follow-up visits, Dr. Burnstine's highest priorities were giving me the most aesthetically pleasing results, making sure that I understood the process, and alleviating any fears I had. He always responded to my questions promptly, which was much appreciated. My only regret is not doing it sooner! I had bilateral ptosis repair with upper and lower blepharoplasty in December 2017. If you've been considering eyelid surgery, go see Dr. Burnstine, I promise you'll be glad you did! read more

Dr. Burnstine...well, I can't thank him enough! I have suffered with Bells Palsy related synkinesis for ten years. Whenever I puckered my lips, my right eye would close. I'd had countless Botox injections and even a complicated surgery at Massachusetts Eye and Ear. NOTHING worked. But Dr. Burnstine persuaded me to allow him a crack at it. He thought he could help me and HE DID. His Botox injections succeeded where the many others had failed. It's quite miraculous to me and I will be forever grateful to this great doctor. read more

Excellent experience, beginning with the front office staff. Dr. Burnstine is professional, caring, authentic and disarms with a welcome sense of humor. In an ideal world, all medical procedures would be like this - easy, efficient and leaving one feeling valued as a patient. Bonus points for showing "I Love Lucy" in the waiting room! read more

Dr Burnstine did an upper and lower blepharoplasty surgery to treat my eyes that were looking a lot older than I actually am. The results are amazing. Once the bruising went away (don't be in a rush here, folks-this takes a few weeks) I could hardly believe how much better my eyes look. Especially the under eye bags: incredible difference. I didn't like how my eyes looked, didn't want my picture taken, and I hated how people would ask me if I was tired. Dr Burnstine fixed all of that. He's an tremendously nice person, insanely talented, and treats his staff like gold. If you are reading this, you hate how your eyes look, so quit thinking about it and go see him. This isn't cheap, and it shouldn't be; these are your eyes, not a Groupon yoga class. You don't want a deal, you want a Harvard trained plastic surgeon that has performed thousands and thousands of surgeries and is surrounded by a top notch team. read more

Dr. Burnstine is absolutely an artist! If your trying to decide whether you want to have him as your eyelid surgeon? Think no more about it! He and his staff is amazing and brilliantly talented at transforming your heavey tired looking eyes into the brite sharp refreshed eyes they were when you were younger!. He did mine, THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH DR. B read more

I am very disappointed with this place which was referred by my eye doctor. Waited a long time to see the doctor. Put money down as a deposit and the next day we tried to cancel the procedure and was told half the money would not be returned. Very disappointed that we barely let 24 hours go by, and we still lost $400. Staff is not helpful. Very sad. read more

Dr. Dresner had to do two surgeries on my eye because he messed up the first time. Even after he did the second it was not perfect. He says he has all this experience and is suppose to be a prestigious doctor but beware, his attention to detail is horrible and he is not a cosmetic surgeon at all. read more

I had eye a bilateral blepharoplasy performed by Dr Steven Dresner in 2012. I am much more than agreed with Barbara Z and Gwen V at Dr Dresner Review. Terrible staff, arrogant doctor, that was absolutely miserable. Hope Dr Michael Burnstine is the best! read more