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Deciding to move forward with a facelift is a big step, but choosing the right surgeon is just as important as selecting the procedure itself.
For more than 18 years, Dr. Stephen Small has helped patients achieve refined, confidence-boosting results while maintaining a strong sense of identity. His approach is holistic and deeply respectful, grounded in the belief that no two faces—and no two patients—are ever the same.
If you’re considering a facelift in Ocean County, here’s why so many patients feel confident placing their trust in Dr. Small.
A Personal Story That Shaped His Purpose
Dr. Small’s commitment to plastic surgery is deeply personal.
At the age of nine, he survived a serious burn accident and was treated by a skilled plastic surgeon whose expertise and kindness left a lasting impact. Witnessing firsthand how reconstructive and cosmetic surgery could restore both form and confidence shaped the course of his life.
That early experience instilled in Dr. Small a deep understanding of how transformative aesthetic procedures can be, physically and emotionally. Today, it’s reflected in the care he provides, the extra time he gives his patients, and his steadfast focus on successful, satisfying outcomes.
Elite Training and Board-Certified Expertise
Dr. Small is a board-certified plastic surgeon with comprehensive expertise across cosmetic, reconstructive, and laser procedures.
Specifically, his training includes:
- Medical degree with honors from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM)
- A rigorous 5-year general surgery residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Stratford
- An intensive one-year burn and reconstructive surgery fellowship at New York Medical College, Valhalla
- Additional years as a resident and chief resident in plastic surgery at Ohio University, South Pointe Hospital–Cleveland Clinic Health System
Dr. Small’s reconstructive background grants him a refined understanding of facial anatomy, tissue handling, and healing—critical elements in achieving safe, elegant facelift results that not every surgeon can claim.
Customized Facelift Techniques for Comprehensive Rejuvenation
Modern facelift surgery addresses many of the most common and frustrating signs of facial aging, including:
- Deepening nasolabial folds
- Sagging cheeks
- Loss of jawline definition
- Jowls
- Wrinkles and skin laxity in the lower face
Dr. Small performs multiple variations of traditional rhytidectomy, allowing him to customize each procedure meticulously. No two facelifts are the same, because no two faces age the same way.
For many patients, a facelift is combined with complementary procedures—such as a neck lift, neck liposuction, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), or a brow lift—to achieve balanced rejuvenation across the face. These combinations are discussed thoughtfully during consultation, always with long-term results in mind.
Considering a Facelift? Here’s the Next Step.
Above all, Dr. Small believes that excellent results begin with an extensive consultation. He explains every step, reviews risks and benefits, sets realistic expectations, and ensures you feel informed and comfortable before moving forward.
There are no rushed decisions. No surprises. Just clarity, transparency, and care.
If you’re considering a facelift and want results that look natural, refined, and uniquely you, Dr. Stephen E. Small offers the experience, training, and compassionate approach you can rely on.
Schedule a private consultation at Ocean Plastic Surgery today.