From the subtle changes produced by BOTOX and JUVEDERM, to the more dramatic effects of rhinoplasty, plastic surgery is now more widespread than ever. Your appearance on the outside can have a tremendous impact on how you feel on the inside. Changing your physical appearance can dramatically affect your self-confidence and self-esteem.
Dr. Rakesh Patel is a board certified facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in facial plastic surgery. His extensive training combined with his personal touch yields natural results. The final outcome is both beautiful and functional.
Dr. Rakesh Patel is a board certified facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in facial plastic surgery. His extensive training combined with his personal touch yields natural results. The final outcome is both beautiful and functional.
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A graduate of NJIT with a pre-med at Rutgers University, Dr. Patel went on to the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) - New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Patel completed his Post-Doctoral training as Chief Resident in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (OHNS) at UMDNJ. He completed a fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery accredited by the AAFPRS.
The consultation is your first opportunity to meet with Dr. Patel. It allows him to evaluate and examine your needs and make his recommendation to you. Dr. Patel will work with you to determine the ideal procedure, personalized to your individual needs. Prior to surgery, photographs will be taken in the office.
Every day, people of all ages and walks of life choose to have facial plastic surgery. Many want to correct birth defects or disfigurements caused by an accident, injury or illness. Others desire cosmetic procedures to change the appearance of facial features they have been unhappy with for many years or reverse the signs of aging on their faces.
As time passes our skin shows the natural, inevitable signs of aging - wrinkles, sagging and sun damage. But you can counteract those effects with several non-surgical cosmetic procedures available at our practice, including BOTOX and injectable fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane and Voluma to smooth lines and wrinkles and raise sunken areas.
Do you have questions about cosmetic surgery? Below is a list of questions frequently asked by our patients. If you do not find an answer below, please feel free to contact our office if you need additional information at (201) 445-9915. We are happy to answer any questions you may have. A good candidate has a specific need that may be improved with medical or surgical treatment.
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Jeremy Barr
Jun 27, 2021
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C. J.
Jan 18, 2021
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Christina Christodoulou
Dec 29, 2020
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My surgery was completely life-changing. Dr. Patel and his entire office were welcoming and comforting at my pre-op appointments and on the day of surgery and are equally as friendly at every post-op appointment. The staff communicated with me effectively throughout the entire process and continues to be so open and upbeat that I leave every appointment feeling better than I did when I came in.
I could not be happier with the results of my surgery. Not only am I more confident with myself and my appearance, I can also breathe (especially an an athlete) and smell better than I ever thought possible
I could not be happier with the results of my surgery. Not only am I more confident with myself and my appearance, I can also breathe (especially an an athlete) and smell better than I ever thought possible
King Sheridan
Nov 30, 2020
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Melissa Aguilar
Oct 18, 2020
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I can't say enough great things about Dr. Patel. I met him at the Princeton Eye & Ear in Lawrenceville and had my surgery in Hamilton. I had met with other doctors before meeting with Dr. Patel and he was the one that made me feel the most comfortable and I knew after my consultation that I for sure wanted to do my surgery with him. I always said it's like he knew my face better than I did! He made me feel reassured and heard and comfortable throughout the entire process. And the results...are amazing! Better than I could have imagined and dreamed, so talented and because of his technique, very
Bari Feinstein
Sep 22, 2020
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Dr. Patel is a fantastic doctor/surgeon and an amazing person! He is a true professional with a lovely bedside manner. My nose surgery was very complex and I couldn't have asked for better results and quality care. Between Dr. Patel and his wonderful, kind, knowledgeable assistant Judy, they put me at ease right away and made me feel very comfortable. Dr. Patel was patient, friendly, gentle, and confident in his work. I highly recommended Dr. Patel and Judy because I have nothing but great things to say about my experience and surgery results. I recommend everyone making an appointment with Dr
Cloud
Sep 19, 2020
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Dr. Patel is one in a million.The most trustworthy, caring, honorable doctor I've ever met in my life. This is not a plastic surgeon who's in it for financial gain, he does this because he loves his job. From start to finish he is there for you every step of the way. Anytime I had any questions or nervousness leading up to the surgery he answered every call & text. Even after the surgery, he called me every day to check up on me until I was fully healed. His work is excellent & precise, he studies & examines everything multiple times to make sure he does the perfect job. I couldn't have gotten
Stephaney Arias
Aug 31, 2020
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Going into my first ever appointment with Dr. Patel I had no idea what to expect. I had been contemplating getting a rhinoplasty for over 5 years and even though I had watched so many surgery videos and searched endlessly on the whole rhinoplasty procedure, nothing beat actually talking and getting to meet Dr. Patel. For my first appointment my nerves were at an all time high, but immediately the doctor made me feel welcomed. He very thoroughly explained step by step what would happen, showed me examples of similar surgeries he had performed and answered every question I had in my head without
Christa
Jun 16, 2020
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Dr. Patel is truly one of a kind. He is an incredibly talented and intelligent surgeon, but moreover, he's kind and attentive. He walked me through every step of my surgery multiple times, always returned my calls when I would think of something after leaving an appointment, and was very patient with me since day 1. I would never had gone through with it with any other doctor, especially since I had a poor experience with another surgeon a few years prior. I am so happy with my results, my procedure was life-changing.
