Photo: Blake Crosby { L-R: Kim Richardson, LME, Brianna Sapp, FNP, Angela Merritt, FNP, Dacy Gaston, MSN, Dr. Tim Minton, Erin Smith, LME }

Dr. Tim Minton / Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Savannah Facial Plastic Surgery is entirely dedicated to only face and neck reconstruction and cosmetic plastic surgery. They provide the most comprehensive surgical and non-surgical options in the region to their patients and clients. They have a full medical spa with esthetic services, fillers, botox, lasers and skin care that is physician directed and results driven.

“There are two volunteer organizations close to our hearts. Faces of Honor is a volunteer organization that provides free facial plastic surgical services to wounded veterans. Face to Face is another, that provides free facial plastic surgical services to victims of domestic violence.” Dr. Tim Minton

APPROACH

There is very little room for error when it comes to reconstructive or cosmetic results in the face and neck. Sub-specialization within the field of plastic surgery gives us the opportunity to provide our patients and clients with the most up to date and comprehensive treatment options.

WHEN AND WHY

Early in medical school I became intrigued by the intricate anatomy of the head and neck region and decided to pursue training in surgery. During my residency I was especially drawn to the artistry and rewarding nature of facial plastic surgery, and obtained additional training and certification in the field.

OUTSTANDING MOMENT

I recall one of the first rhinoplasty operations I performed was on a young female with a very significant nasal deformity resulting from an non-repaired childhood injury. This injury had shaped — or more accurately misshaped — her self esteem and was extremely apparent during our initial consultation. Her surgery was such a success that just several weeks afterward her emotional transformation was incredible. From her posture to demeanor, her presence was that of a confident young woman. Both of us had tears of joy and it was so incredible to be a part of her life story.

OUTSTANDING PERSON

My lifelong mentor and muse is my late grandfather who was a renowned cardiovascular surgeon. He was a self-made individual who grew up on the streets of New York City and worked his way through Harvard Medical School and became chair at Columbia. He was a passionate learner and a talented surgeon and artist. I chose my career to follow in his footsteps, and feel his guidance almost on a daily basis.

COVID-19 CHALLENGES

When COVID-19 first hit we closed our elective based practice but continued to perform cancer and reconstructive surgery. Once we were able to initiate new practice measures, we re-opened elective services. Surprisingly, the last year and a half during COVID-19 has been our busiest ever. We attribute this to factors allowing patients to more easily socially recover, such as mask wearing and working from home, and increased financial resources from things like cancelled travel.

Learn more about Dr. Tim Minton and Savannah Facial Plastic Surgery:
Savannah, GA • 912.644.0744 and savannahfacialplasticsurgery.com

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