Plastic Surgery
Experience surgical artistry grounded in safety, precision, and trust. Every procedure is personalized to help you look refreshed, natural, and authentically you.
Plastic Surgery & Medspa in Charlotte, NC The Practice That Patients Love
Renowned Expertise
Voted Top Doctor Since 2017
Dr. Bryan Criswell is knowledgeable, gracious, and I knew I was in excellent hands.
Dr. Kara Criswell is both an incredible surgeon and a genuinely kind person.
Precision. Passion. Partnership.
Board certified
Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Drs. Kara and Bryan Criswell combine advanced training and artistry for natural, exceptional results.
award-winning
Recognized for excellence in surgical artistry and patient care, Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa is Charlotte’s trusted destination for aesthetic and reconstructive expertise.
and married.
Partners in life and medicine, Drs. Kara and Bryan Criswell share a unified passion for precision, artistry, and compassionate care.
Trusted by Physicians
Chosen by other doctors for complex, high-trust cases.
Patient-First, Always
No pressure — only what’s best for you.
Results That Feel Like You
Artful, natural changes that simply look right.
Relationships That Last
Care and connection that continue well beyond surgery.
Trusted by the best in the industry.
Be Well MedSpa
Discover rejuvenation that goes beyond the surface. Our MedSpa offers advanced, physician-guided treatments designed to restore confidence and maintain your glow.
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Dr. Kara Criswell
Dr. Kara Criswell is an accomplished, board-certified plastic surgeon with a rare level of artistry in plastic surgery. She is a leader in the Charlotte community, and serves as Chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery at Presbyterian Hospital – a testament to her dedication, high-level skills, and the respect she has achieved in the medical community. Beyond her professional skills, she has a warm, caring approach, and works one-on-one with each patient to understand their personal goals and craft a customized treatment plan that will produce natural-looking, remarkably attractive results.
Dr. Bryan Criswell
Dr. Bryan Criswell has gained a reputation for excellence and for his gentle, caring approach with his patients. Each person has a vision of what they want to achieve with a surgical enhancement, and your treatment plan will be carefully crafted so your vision becomes reality. He performs a full range of plastic surgery procedures, as well as the most advanced, non-invasive, non-surgical enhancements for face and body. Behind every accomplished plastic surgeon in North Carolina is an eye for balance, beauty, and artistry, and Dr. Criswell not only has an artist’s hands, he deeply cares about his patients and is known for his ability to produce beautiful, natural-looking results.
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Natural Results Plastic Surgery
It is a big decision to consider undergoing plastic surgery. Our patients choose Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa because we adhere to the strictest standards in patient safety and health, and because they know that our skills lie in the ability to achieve a fresh, natural look. It takes deep experience, artistry, and surgical skills above the ordinary to produce an outcome that enhances your natural features and body. We use the best techniques and technologies available in the United States, and employ advanced surgical and non-surgical procedures to help our patients achieve their personal cosmetic goals. Learn more about arguably the top plastic surgery Charlotte has available.
Breast
Enhance, restore, or refine your natural shape with breast procedures designed to create balance, symmetry, and confidence. Whether you seek augmentation, lift, reduction, revision, or reconstruction, our surgeons combine artistry, planning, and precision to deliver results that look beautifully natural, proportionate, and uniquely you, supporting comfort, confidence, and long-term satisfaction, too.
Face
Facial plastic surgery can refresh your appearance while preserving what makes you unmistakably you. From facelifts, eyelid surgery, and rhinoplasty to contour refinement and neck rejuvenation, our approach emphasizes harmony, restraint, and durability. We achieve timeless, natural results through meticulous technique, customized planning, and care that prioritizes proportion, balance, and confident self-expression.
Body
Shape, contour, and define your silhouette with advanced body procedures tailored to your goals. Liposuction, tummy tucks, body lifts, and fat transfer work individually or combined to improve proportion and comfort. Expect meticulous technique, compassionate guidance, and results that feel authentically yours for sleeker lines, firmer contours, and renewed everyday confidence ahead.
Men
Men benefit from procedures designed to enhance masculine definition without looking operated on. From gynecomastia treatment and abdominal contouring to eyelid surgery, facelifts, and injectables, plans are discreet and personalized. We prioritize natural structure, minimal downtime, and long-term results so you look rested, stronger, and unequivocally like yourself every day.
Reconstruction
Reconstructive surgery restores form, function, and confidence after illness, injury, or congenital differences. We employ advanced techniques to rebuild natural contours, improve comfort, and minimize scarring. Collaborative planning, compassionate support, and meticulous execution help patients move forward feeling physically, emotionally, and aesthetically whole again, through personalized solutions aligned with individual goals.
Our mission is to help people look and feel like their true selves. We do this through real listening, thoughtful planning, and care that stays personal.
In Focus: Plastic Surgery After Weight Loss You did the hard part. We got the rest.
After significant weight loss, excess skin and laxity can obscure your results and comfort. Post-weight-loss body contouring removes loose tissue, refines shape, and restores balance. Using advanced techniques, our surgeons sculpt a smoother, firmer silhouette that reflects your dedication, allowing you to fully enjoy your transformation with renewed confidence and restored mobility
Get Glowing The Be Well MedSpa
Ready to bring on the glow? Our Medspa offers a full range of non-surgical treatments to maintain, protect, and restore your face and body. Caring for your skin and correcting cosmetic flaws can often be achieved without surgery, using options like Botox®, dermal fillers, microneedling with PRP, HydraFacials®, and laser skin resurfacing. We also provide chemical peels, cellulite reduction, and laser hair removal for smoother, more radiant skin.
Every visit begins with a thorough evaluation of your complexion. Our estheticians are talented, warm, and highly skilled in the art of skincare and the most effective anti-aging treatments—curated to help you look and feel your best.
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The Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa Experience
Face and Body, Beautifully Renewed
At Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa, our surgeons have garnered a reputation for excellence in delivering some of the best plastic surgery Charlotte has to offer. We enhance, restore, and rejuvenate face and body through state-of-the-art facial surgeries, body sculpting, and advanced non-surgical treatments — all in a luxurious, comfortable, discreet environment.
Advanced Enhancements in Charlotte, NC
Our accredited surgery center in Ballantyne offers the most advanced surgical and non-surgical treatments for face and body enhancement, performed by some of the best plastic surgeons in NC. Expect concierge-style service, modern technology, and a compassionate, caring environment focused on creating the look you envision.
Surgical Skill with a Personal Touch
From facelifts, brow lifts, and breast augmentation to liposuction, tummy tucks, and more, every procedure is performed with warmth, artistry, and the highest level of professional skill. Patients experience a VIP approach to plastic surgery in Charlotte, with results that restore a youthful appearance and inspire lasting confidence.
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