SURGICAL SERVICES · BOARD-CERTIFIED FACIAL SURGICAL CARE — FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY AT DR. LANNA AESTHETICS

Board-Certified Facial Surgical Care — Facial Plastic Surgery at Dr. Lanna Aesthetics

Facial plastic surgery in NYC at Dr. Lanna Aesthetics brings board-certified surgical expertise to patients ready for permanent rejuvenation that non-surgical care cannot match. At our Midtown Manhattan flagship, our surgical program is led by Dr. Marjorie Rico, MD, PhD — oculofacial plastic surgeon — alongside Dr. Lanna Cheuck, DO, FACS and our partnership with Dr. Martha Ayewah (board-certified cosmetic surgeon). Together this team delivers the surgical option for facial rejuvenation in a practice already known for its non-surgical artistry.

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WHAT IT IS

What Board-Certified Facial Surgical Care — Facial Plastic Surgery at Dr. Lanna Aesthetics Is

Citation Nugget. Facial plastic surgery encompasses surgical procedures that permanently restructure the face and neck — including blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), brow lift, mini facelift, neck procedures (submental liposuction, platysmaplasty), and lip lift. Procedures are performed under local or general anesthesia by board-certified surgeons in accredited facilities, with recovery timelines that vary by procedure scope. Facial Surgery at LC Medical is the umbrella for surgical facial procedures performed by our board-certified surgeons. Rather than separate per-procedure pages, this single canonical page covers the surgical lineup so prospective patients can evaluate options together — typically the right way to plan, since many patients choose combined procedures (blepharoplasty plus brow lift; mini facelift plus neck contouring) for layered, cohesive results. Procedures available within our facial surgery program: - Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty — Dr. Marjorie Rico's primary surgical specialty. Eyelid surgery removes excess skin and adjusts fat positioning to refresh the periocular region. As an oculofacial plastic surgeon, Dr. Rico brings ophthalmology-grounded precision to this delicate zone. - Brow Lift — restores brow position and softens forehead lines surgically when neurotoxin and fillers no longer fully address descent. - Mini Facelift — addresses lower-face and jawline laxity through a smaller incision pattern than a traditional full facelift, with shorter recovery. - Submental Liposuction — Dr. Rico's specialty for the under-chin area, refining contour through small-cannula liposuction. - Platysmaplasty / Neck Procedures — addresses neck banding and laxity surgically when non-surgical RF and threads are insufficient. - Lip Lift — surgical refinement of the upper lip-to-nose distance, an alternative to filler-based lip enhancement for patients seeking permanent change. The Russian-doll mechanism of choosing the right procedure starts with diagnosis: facial assessment identifies the dominant concern, surgical evaluation determines whether non-surgical options remain viable, candidacy review confirms general health and realistic expectations, and surgical planning maps the procedure or combined procedures that will deliver your goal. Dr. Lanna's team is honest about which patients should still explore non-surgical alternatives like PDO Threads, FaceTite, or the Celebrity Liquid Facelift before surgery.

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BENEFITS

Benefits

  • Delivers permanent rejuvenation — surgical excision and repositioning produce results non-surgical care cannot replicate.
  • Performed by board-certified surgeons — Dr. Marjorie Rico (MD, PhD oculofacial), Dr. Lanna Cheuck (DO, FACS), and Dr. Martha Ayewah (board-certified cosmetic surgeon).
  • Combined-procedure planning — many patients schedule complementary procedures together for cohesive results and a single recovery period.
  • Anatomically precise approach — Dr. Lanna's role as Assistant Professor of Head and Neck Facial Anatomy informs every surgical plan.
  • Smooth integration with non-surgical care — patients often add neurotoxin and filler maintenance after surgical recovery to extend results.
  • Discreet planning and recovery support — Midtown Manhattan flagship offers privacy and concierge-level care through every phase.
  • K-Beauty preventative philosophy applied to recovery — post-surgical skincare and gentle resurfacing protocols extend results.

IDEAL CANDIDATES

Who It's For

Facial surgery at Dr. Lanna Aesthetics suits patients in their 40s through 60s with structural concerns that have progressed beyond what non-surgical care can address. Common candidates include patients with significant upper-eyelid hooding affecting vision and aesthetics; lower-eyelid bag formation; brow descent; jowl prominence; submental fat unresponsive to RF or weight loss; neck banding; and lip-to-nose disproportion. Many candidates have explored non-surgical care extensively and want a more permanent intervention. You are likely a strong candidate if you are in good general health, have realistic expectations about surgical outcomes and recovery, are willing to plan around the recovery window appropriate to your procedure (typically one to three weeks for most procedures), and can follow detailed pre- and post-surgical care guidance. Surgical care is generally not appropriate during pregnancy, with active untreated medical conditions, with certain blood-thinning medications (with provider review), in patients whose body image expectations cannot be reconciled with realistic surgical outcomes, or in patients whose concerns are better addressed through non-surgical care. Honest evaluation is part of every consultation.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Your Surgical Journey

  1. Consultation

    Your facial surgery journey at Dr. Lanna Aesthetics begins with an extensive consultation at our Midtown Manhattan flagship. The appropriate surgeon — Dr. Marjorie Rico for blepharoplasty and submental liposuction, Dr. Lanna Cheuck or coordinated specialist for additional procedures — reviews your medical history, photographs the relevant zones under standardized lighting, discusses surgical and non-surgical options honestly, and maps a personalized plan. Lab work, imaging, and medical clearance follow as appropriate. You leave with a written plan and clear understanding of what surgery can and cannot deliver.

  2. Preparation & Surgery

    Pre-surgical preparation includes medication review, skincare conditioning, scheduling around recovery, and arranging support (transportation, post-op care, recovery space). On surgery day, the procedure is performed under local anesthesia (with sedation as appropriate) or general anesthesia in an accredited facility. Most procedures take one to three hours of operative time. You return home the same day with detailed post-surgical instructions, prescriptions, and follow-up scheduling.

  3. Recovery & Results

    Recovery varies by procedure and combination. Blepharoplasty typically involves one to two weeks of swelling and bruising with social return after a week to ten days. Mini facelift typically involves two to three weeks of meaningful swelling with socially comfortable return at two weeks. Submental liposuction recovers similarly to mini facelift in the treated zone. Combined procedures consolidate the recovery window — most patients prefer combining over staging. Final results emerge over three to six months as swelling resolves fully and tissues settle. Strict sun protection and skincare adherence support healing.

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YOUR MASTER INJECTOR

Trained Directly Under Dr. Lanna

Facial surgery at Dr. Lanna Aesthetics is led by Dr. Marjorie Rico, MD, PhD — oculofacial plastic surgeon with MD-PhD training, ophthalmology residency at SUNY Downstate, and fellowship in laser cosmetic and oculoplastic reconstructive surgery. Dr. Rico has been in practice since 2010 and has performed countless eyelid, facial reconstructive, and cosmetic procedures, specializing in upper and lower blepharoplasty, submental liposuction, and thread lifts. Her surgical work is supported by Dr. Lanna Cheuck, DO, FACS — Brown University residency, FACS, Assistant Professor of Head and Neck Facial Anatomy — and our partnership with Dr. Martha Ayewah for body procedures. The combined surgical credentials anchor every facial surgery plan at our Midtown Manhattan flagship.

FAQ

Board-Certified Facial Surgical Care — Facial Plastic Surgery at Dr. Lanna Aesthetics FAQs

  • Which procedures does this page cover?

    Upper and lower blepharoplasty, brow lift, mini facelift, submental liposuction, platysmaplasty/neck procedures, and lip lift. Combined procedures are common.

  • Who will be my surgeon?

    Dr. Marjorie Rico for blepharoplasty and submental liposuction; coordinated planning for combined procedures with Dr. Lanna Cheuck.

  • How long is recovery?

    Varies by procedure — typically one to three weeks of socially meaningful recovery, with full settling over three to six months.

  • Will I need general anesthesia?

    Depends on procedure and scope — many procedures are performed under local anesthesia with sedation; combined or larger procedures may require general anesthesia.

  • Should I try non-surgical options first?

    Often yes. Dr. Lanna's team will discuss PDO Threads, FaceTite, and Celebrity Liquid Facelift honestly — surgery is the right answer for some, not all.

  • Are scars visible?

    Surgical incisions are placed in natural creases and shadow lines; most settle to inconspicuous lines over months. Your surgeon will discuss expected scar location during consultation.

  • What about pricing?

    We discuss surgical fees during your private consultation rather than publishing a fixed menu — surgical pricing depends on procedure, combined planning, anesthesia, and facility fees.

NEIGHBORHOODS WE SERVE

Serving patients across NYC from our Midtown flagship

Expand a neighborhood to see how Dr. Lanna's master-injector team supports patients in your area.

Manhattan

  • Greenwich Village

    Greenwich Village patients walk minutes north or take the F to Dr. Lanna Aesthetics in Midtown for facial surgery consultations with Dr. Marjorie Rico — oculofacial plastic surgeon. Greenwich Village patients accustomed to premier surgical care value board-certified credentials and combined-procedure planning. Schedule a private consultation between studio commitments.

  • Harlem

    Harlem residents take the 2/3 south to LC Medical's Midtown med spa for facial surgery consultations — board-certified surgical care performed by Dr. Marjorie Rico. Our diverse aesthetic providers serve Harlem patients with anatomically precise surgical planning. Call to coordinate consultation timing.

  • Hell's Kitchen

    Hell's Kitchen residents walk minutes east to our Midtown flagship for facial surgery consultations — board-certified surgical care planned around production hiatuses. Our team coordinates the recovery window around your work calendar. Walk over after rehearsal for consultation.

  • Lower Manhattan

    Lower Manhattan professionals ride the 4/5/6 uptown to our Midtown med spa for facial surgery consultations — board-certified care planned around vacation windows. Our oculofacial surgeon Dr. Rico brings precision to delicate periocular procedures. Coordinate sessions around planned recovery.

  • Midtown East

    Midtown East patients walk to LC Medical's flagship for facial surgery consultations within minutes — board-certified surgical care in a Midtown flagship. Our team plans combined procedures for consolidated recovery. Walk over for consultation after a meeting block.

  • Upper East Side

    Upper East Side patients accustomed to Manhattan's premier surgical care take the 6 train south to LC Medical for facial surgery — board-certified expertise from Dr. Marjorie Rico. Our combined surgical credentials reassure UES patients exploring layered surgical and non-surgical plans. Crosstown via Central Park brings you door-to-door in twenty minutes.

  • Upper Manhattan

    Upper Manhattan residents ride the A/B/C/D south to our Midtown flagship for facial surgery consultations — board-certified surgical care from our oculofacial surgeon and broader surgical team. Dr. Lanna Aesthetics serves Upper Manhattan patients with honest evaluation of surgical and non-surgical options. Call to schedule.

  • Upper West Side

    Upper West Side patients juggling family priorities take the 1/2/3 to our Midtown med spa for facial surgery consultations — board-certified care planned around school years and family rhythms. Our team coordinates the recovery window carefully for parent schedules. Book between school commitments.

Queens

  • Astoria

    Astoria residents take the N or W to LC Medical's Midtown flagship for facial surgery consultations with Dr. Marjorie Rico — oculofacial plastic surgeon and thread-lift expert. Astoria's diverse, design-forward crowd appreciates board-certified credentials and combined-procedure planning. The N-train return runs reliably after consultations.

  • Ditmars Steinway

    Ditmars Steinway commuters who pass through Midtown can stop at Dr. Lanna Aesthetics for facial surgery consultations — board-certified care planned around your work calendar. Our team threads the recovery window into your broader schedule. Schedule consultations around your evening N-train home.

  • Elmhurst

    Elmhurst patients ride the 7 train to Times Square and walk to our Midtown flagship for facial surgery consultations — board-certified surgical care across all skin tones. Our diverse Elmhurst patients value Dr. Rico's anatomical precision and our combined surgical credentials. Same-day consultations are sometimes available.

  • Forest Hills

    Forest Hills residents take the E or F to LC Medical's Midtown flagship for facial surgery consultations — board-certified care planned around school breaks and family rhythms. Our oculofacial surgeon brings precision to delicate procedures. The express E returns you home within thirty minutes for consultation visits.

  • Jackson Heights

    Jackson Heights patients ride the 7-line into Manhattan for facial surgery consultations in NYC — board-certified care at our master-injector-led med spa. Dr. Rico serves Jackson Heights patients with anatomical precision across all backgrounds. Reach our Midtown flagship within thirty minutes door-to-door.

Brooklyn

  • Bushwick

    Bushwick artists step off the L and reach our Midtown flagship in roughly thirty minutes for facial surgery consultations — board-certified care planned around production calendars. Our team threads the recovery window into your studio schedule. The L returns you home before the next gig.

  • Crown Heights

    Crown Heights residents take the 2/3 or 4/5 north to LC Medical's Midtown med spa for facial surgery consultations — board-certified care from Dr. Marjorie Rico across all skin tones. Our combined surgical credentials suit Crown Heights patients seeking thoughtful surgical evaluation. Plan recovery around your schedule.

  • Greenpoint

    Greenpoint locals take the G to Long Island City and connect to a quick crosstown to Dr. Lanna Aesthetics for facial surgery consultations — board-certified care planned around studio schedules. Our oculofacial surgeon brings surgical precision. Call to coordinate consultation timing.

  • Sunset Park

    Sunset Park patients board the R or D north into Manhattan for facial surgery consultations — board-certified care at our diverse med spa with Dr. Marjorie Rico's oculofacial expertise. Our anatomical precision suits Sunset Park's multi-cultural community. Same-day consultations are sometimes available.

  • Williamsburg

    Williamsburg patients step off the L at Bedford and reach Dr. Lanna Aesthetics in Midtown for facial surgery consultations in roughly twenty-five minutes. Williamsburg patients exploring surgical and non-surgical options together appreciate our honest evaluation approach. The L returns you home immediately after.

Bronx / Westchester

  • Bronx

    Bronx patients drive south via the Henry Hudson or Major Deegan to our Midtown med spa for facial surgery consultations — board-certified care from Dr. Marjorie Rico. Our combined surgical credentials support Bronx patients evaluating surgical timing and combined-procedure planning. Call to coordinate consultation timing.

  • Mt Vernon

    Mt Vernon patients take Metro-North to Grand Central and walk a few blocks to LC Medical's Midtown flagship for facial surgery consultations — board-certified care from our oculofacial surgeon Dr. Marjorie Rico. Metro-North runs frequently into the early evening for the return trip.

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