Precision. Passion. Partnership.

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Board certified

Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, Drs. Kara and Bryan Criswell combine advanced training and artistry for natural, exceptional results.

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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.

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and married.

Partners in life and medicine, Drs. Kara and Bryan Criswell share a unified passion for precision, artistry, and compassionate care.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 injectables, microneedling, 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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Meet the plastic surgeons “Everyone needs the Criswells
in their life.”

–N.W.

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Dr. Kara Criswell

MD, FACS 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

MD, FACS 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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Trusted by Physicians

Chosen by other doctors for complex, high-trust cases.

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Patient-First, Always

No pressure — only what’s best for you.

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Results That Feel Like You

Artful, natural changes that simply look right.

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Relationships That Last

Care and connection that continue well beyond surgery.

Trusted by the best in the industry.

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Testimonials

I had a breast reduction done by Dr. Bryan Criswell at Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. My recovery has gone very smoothly, and my results already look amazing.

Dr. Kara Criswell was both professional and caring. I went to her for a BBL and could not be happier with my results. I highly recommend Dr. Criswell and will most definitely be going back to her for future procedures!

My experience with Dr. Kara and her staff has been amazing. They all are so caring and helpful. After my breast reduction, she continued to call and check on me.  I am extremely satisfied with everything.

I love Dr. Criswell and his staff. 3-4 years after he did my neck lift and tummy tuck, I am still doing great. What a boost to my self-esteem! He is very honest and direct, and he ensured that everything went well.

Dr Criswell and the team were extremely kind and professional and went above and beyond for me during my liposuction. I am now 3 months post-op and get so many compliments about my midsection. I am very happy with the results. I highly recommend him!

Dr. Bryan Criswell performed my Lower Abdominal Lipo and Butt Augmentation and he gave me exactly what I wanted and more. His staff is absolutely amazing and the quality of the work is priceless. I absolutely love my results and I get a lot of compliments!

I had reconstructive surgery following my bi-lateral mastectomy after my breast cancer diagnosis. Dr Criswell has been my surgeon and ally and my cheerleader ever since! I am beyond pleased with the services of Criswell and Criswell.

Dr Criswell was phenomenal. I got a tummy tuck and am now almost four months post op and am so thrilled with my results.  I wore a bikini for the first time in 20+ years!! I would absolutely recommend them to anyone!

Dr. Kara Criswell is fantastic! She listens to your concerns and honestly tells you your surgical options and the possible outcomes. I just had a breast reduction that she performed and I am thrilled with the results!

This was absolutely the best experience I could have ever imagined for my Breast Augmentation with Dr. Criswell. The doctors and staff are wonderful and I am very pleased with the results.

I have been going to Criswell & Criswell for different services since 2022. The staff is so kind, so happy and easy to talk to and makes every experience great. I’ve also been happy with every service I’ve ever received!

My experience with Criswell & Criswell has been nothing short of amazing. From the first call (zoom) last year I knew that I had made the right decision. Dr Criswell and his staff are awesome.

I have only had a virtual appointment so far. Dr. Criswell was professional, knowledgeable and had a great bedside manner. I enjoyed meeting him!!

Dr. Kara Criswell is absolutely amazing and I highly recommend her to anyone who will listen! I really wanted a female surgeon and she has exceeded all of my expectations.

All was excellent! Dr Kara Criswell and her staff wonderfully collaborated to carry my medical intervention!

From the reception staff to the doctor, everyone was very kind and made me feel comfortable.

Dr. Criswell and his staff are top notch! Very kind and professional.

I had a virtual appointment with Dr Bryan Criswell yesterday. He is fabulous!!

Dr Criswell is always Amazing. They have beautiful offices and operating rooms. The staff is always exceptionally helpful and kind.

Incredible Experience & Beautiful, Natural Results Dr. Bryan Criswell and his entire team at Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery were absolutely amazing from start to finish.

From consult to recovery, the care was incredible.

They made me feel cared for, not just treated.

They treated me like family from start to finish.

My results are amazing and I am so happy.

They made me feel comfortable and confident.

Incredible experience and beautiful,
natural results.

Everything turned out perfect and looks so natural.

The surgery itself went smoothly, and the aftercare was amazing.

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The Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa Experience

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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.

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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.

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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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The Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa Difference

Not all plastic surgeons are equal in the level of skill, artistry, and experience. At Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery & Medspa, our doctors have engaged in advanced training, been involved in complex medical research projects, and are highly respected as plastic surgeons.

Beyond the skills, knowledge, and commitment to performing the most advanced surgical techniques, their new surgical center in Charlotte was built around the needs of the patient. Every detail is geared to make the experience of treatment as comfortable, safe, and pleasant as possible.

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Your Surgical Facility Options

Most of our patients choose to have their surgery performed in the safe, private, and comfortable setting of our Plastic Surgery Center. Our state-of-the-art facility was designed specifically for you, our patient. Our Surgery Center is Quad A certified, so you can be confident that we practice only the safest, highest quality surgical care.

Some patients may elect to have their surgery performed at one of the nearby communities' many accredited surgical facilities. To provide the greatest convenience to our patients, we also offer our services at most of the well-known Charlotte surgical facilities.

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