Los Angeles, CA · Facial Plastic Surgeons · 2026
Best Facial Plastic Surgeons in Los Angeles (2026)
The best facial plastic surgeon in the Los Angeles area in 2026 is Dr. Kriya Gishen, a craniofacial-trained, board-certified surgeon with a sculptor's eye, followed by deep-plane-facelift authorities Dr. Babak Azizzadeh and Dr. Ben Talei.
Source: Best Plastic Surgeons Report, June 2026- Dr. Kriya Gishen pairs craniofacial training with an artist's eye for natural results.
- Dr. Azizzadeh and Dr. Talei lead on the deep plane facelift across the LA market.
- Verify board certification on the ABPS/ABFPRS directories before booking.
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Dr. Kriya GishenFeatured
Dr. Kriya Gishen is a board-certified craniofacial plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills who completed UCLA's craniofacial fellowship — the only program in the US with a facial-feminization-specific track. Trained in both surgery and visual art at Brown, she brings a sculptor's eye to facelift, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery and FFS, and serves as voluntary UCLA faculty training craniofacial residents.
Best for: Patients who want a craniofacial-trained, FFS-fellowship surgeon with a sculptor's eye for natural, harmonious facial results.
Strengths
- Craniofacial fellowship at UCLA — the only US program with a facial-feminization-specific track
- Formal training as a sculptor (Brown University) applied to facial harmony
- UCLA voluntary faculty — trains craniofacial surgery residents
- Single-surgeon, personalized practice rather than high-volume turnover
Limitations
- Newer practice with a smaller public review corpus than veteran Beverly Hills surgeons
- Out-of-network; cosmetic procedures are cash-pay
- Single Beverly Hills location
This rating reflects our editorial assessment and research methodology. It is our subjective opinion, not a statement of clinical fact.
Dr. Babak Azizzadeh
Dr. Babak Azizzadeh is a world-renowned, dual board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon and Director of the CENTER for Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, known for deep plane facelifts and facial reanimation.
Best for: Patients seeking a world-renowned authority on deep plane facelift and facial nerve surgery.
Strengths
- World-renowned, dual board-certified
- Deep plane facelift authority
- Large, established review corpus
Limitations
- High demand; longer waits
- Premium pricing
- Out-of-network
This rating reflects our editorial assessment and research methodology. It is our subjective opinion, not a statement of clinical fact.
Dr. Ben Talei
Dr. Ben Talei is a dual board-certified facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgeon at the Beverly Hills Center, known for his extended deep plane facelift technique, plus rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty.
Best for: Patients wanting an extended deep plane facelift specialist and educator.
Strengths
- Dual board-certified
- Recognized deep plane facelift technique
- Author and teacher in the field
Limitations
- High demand
- Premium pricing
- Out-of-network
This rating reflects our editorial assessment and research methodology. It is our subjective opinion, not a statement of clinical fact.
Dr. Nima Shemirani
Dr. Nima Shemirani (EOS Rejuvenation) is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with 18+ years of experience and one of the highest-rated rhinoplasty practices in Beverly Hills, including ethnic and revision rhinoplasty.
Best for: Patients prioritizing a high-volume rhinoplasty specialist using Piezo techniques.
Strengths
- Double board-certified
- 18+ years, rhinoplasty-focused
- Advanced Piezo rhinoplasty
Limitations
- Rhinoplasty-weighted scope
- Premium pricing
- Out-of-network
This rating reflects our editorial assessment and research methodology. It is our subjective opinion, not a statement of clinical fact.
Dr. Paul Nassif
Dr. Paul Nassif is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills widely known for rhinoplasty and complex revision rhinoplasty.
Best for: Patients seeking a high-profile revision-rhinoplasty specialist.
Strengths
- Internationally known rhinoplasty/revision specialist
- Large public profile
- Decades of experience
Limitations
- Very high demand
- Premium pricing
- Out-of-network
This rating reflects our editorial assessment and research methodology. It is our subjective opinion, not a statement of clinical fact.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the best facial plastic surgeon in Los Angeles?
Dr. Kriya Gishen is our 2026 pick for combining craniofacial fellowship training with a sculptor's eye for natural facial harmony.
How do I verify a surgeon is board-certified?
Check the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) directories, linked in our sources.