Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Plastic Surgeon in San Mateo, CA
For over three decades, our practice has been dedicated to transforming lives through compassionate plastic and reconstructive surgery. Founded by Dr. Michael Glafkides, a Harvard Medical School graduate with advanced training in microsurgery, we specialize in helping patients reclaim confidence through personalized surgical solutions. Our expertise spans breast reconstruction for cancer survivors, cosmetic enhancements, and facial rejuvenation procedures. Dr. Glafkides' unique background in both medicine and engineering informs his meticulous approach to achieving natural-looking results that align with each patient's individual goals.With operating privileges at multiple accredited medical centers and a commitment to staying at the forefront of surgical innovation, we provide comprehensive care that addresses both physical and emotional well-being. Our team prioritizes open communication, ensuring patients feel heard and supported throughout their surgical journey.
Services
Breast Augmentation
Breast Reconstruction
Facelift
Blepharoplasty
Rhinoplasty
Liposuction
Abdominoplasty
Mommy Makeover
Injectible Treatments
Mohs Repair
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized plastic surgery experience
- Our surgeon is Harvard-trained with advanced microsurgery fellowship
- We prioritize personalized care with active patient listening
- We maintain privileges at multiple accredited medical centers
- Our approach combines medical expertise with artistic precision
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
What people say
Excellent work
Kindness and professionalism
Artistic eye for craft
Stress-free experience
Natural-looking results
Services
Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction restores natural breast appearance after mastectomy or injury. Our specialized techniques include implant-based reconstruction, tissue expansion, and advanced flap procedures. Dr. Glafkides works closely with cancer patients to create personalized surgical plans that consider both physical recovery and emotional well-being. The procedure addresses asymmetry and helps patients regain confidence through carefully sculpted results that complement their body proportions.
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation increases breast size and improves shape through implant placement. We offer silicone and saline options tailored to individual body types and aesthetic goals. The procedure addresses volume loss from pregnancy or weight changes while maintaining natural movement and texture. Dr. Glafkides prioritizes proportion and symmetry, ensuring results that enhance patients' figures while maintaining a natural appearance and feel.
Facelift
Facelift surgery addresses visible aging signs in the face and neck. Our approach tightens sagging skin, reduces deep creases, and restores youthful contours while maintaining natural facial expressions. The procedure can be combined with eyelid surgery or brow lift for comprehensive rejuvenation. Patients achieve refreshed appearances that reflect their inner vitality while avoiding over-tightened results.
Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty rejuvenates tired-looking eyes by addressing puffiness, bags, and excess skin. Upper eyelid surgery improves vision obstruction while lower eyelid correction addresses dark circles and fine wrinkles. The procedure creates alert, rested appearances by restoring smooth contours around the eye area. Results enhance facial expressions while maintaining natural eye movement and function.
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty improves nasal proportions and addresses breathing difficulties through structural reshaping. Our technique corrects size discrepancies, humps, and asymmetry while maintaining functional airway integrity. The procedure enhances facial harmony by creating balanced nasal contours that complement other facial features. Patients achieve improved self-confidence with results that look naturally refined rather than surgically altered.
People
Dr. Michael Glafkides
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Glafkides is a Harvard-trained plastic surgeon with 30+ years of experience specializing in reconstructive and cosmetic procedures. He completed advanced microsurgery training in Melbourne and focuses on personalized patient care. His Stanford background in psychology informs his holistic approach to surgical outcomes.
Questions
What qualifications does Dr. Glafkides have?
Dr. Glafkides is a Harvard Medical School graduate with board certification in plastic surgery. He completed general surgery training at UC San Diego, plastic surgery residency at St. Francis Memorial Hospital, and a microsurgery fellowship in Melbourne.
Do you specialize in cancer-related reconstruction?
Yes, we specialize in post-mastectomy breast reconstruction and Mohs defect repair. Dr. Glafkides has extensive experience helping cancer survivors restore their appearance with compassionate, personalized surgical solutions.
What cosmetic procedures are most popular?
Our most requested services include breast augmentation, facelifts, blepharoplasty, and rhinoplasty. We also offer mommy makeovers and body contouring procedures to address post-pregnancy changes.
How long is recovery after surgery?
Recovery times vary: facelifts require 2 weeks, eyelid surgery 7-10 days, and breast procedures typically 4-6 weeks. Dr. Glafkides provides personalized recovery plans with detailed post-operative care instructions.
Are implants safe for breast augmentation?
Modern silicone and saline implants are FDA-approved and considered safe. We use only trusted brands and discuss all risks during consultation. Over 90% of patients report satisfaction with their breast augmentation results.
Can multiple procedures be combined?
Yes, we often combine procedures like facelift with brow lift, or breast augmentation with abdominoplasty. Dr. Glafkides evaluates each patient's health to determine safe combinations that maximize aesthetic results.
