Dr. Joseph Luke Alexander Russell, MD

For 20 years my voice was raspy at best and hoarse. Dr. Russell was the only ENT who related it to my ongoing severe acid reflux. He prescribed voice therapy and within a few short weeks my voice was normal. It was like a miracle!

I was originally scheduled for a lower face lift in Los Angeles (Beverly Hills) where we lived at the time; then my husband and I moved to the East Coast, so I researched the same procedure in New York. After many months of due diligence, I knew I only wanted a deep-plane face/neck lift, but there is only a small group of highly specialized surgeons in the US who are trained in this very precise procedure. The deep plane lift gives a much better and longer-lasting result than a standard or even SMAS lift (read up on it!). Then I came across Dr. Joseph Russell (National Facial Plastic & Laser Surgery) right here in Charleston. Dr Russell (a head and neck surgeon--ENT--as many top facial plastic surgeons are) had completed a much-coveted fellowship with one of the leading deep-plane face lift surgeons in the world, who practices in New York. After incredibly informative and helpful consultations with Dr. Russell, I knew that I had found the perfect surgeon: meticulous, so knowledgeable,… and a perfectionist--with the most wonderful and caring personality imaginable. It is now 2 1/2 weeks after my procedure, and I know I could not have picked a more highly qualified or caring surgeon ANYWHERE. I am thrilled with what I can already see are completely natural results--I look just like me, only fresher and more rested (with maybe a few years "off" in the bargain). No more marionette lines, jowls, or crepey neck! And I now have another compelling reason to tell my friends and relatives in the Northeast, "Come to Charleston"! The best facial plastic surgeon is right HERE. Thank you, Dr. Russell!

For years I had wanted a facelift but was hesitant to do it. I had heard many horror stories. However, after a consultation with Dr. Russell I made the decision to go forward with having it done. His calm, caring demeanor assuaged my fears. Dr. Russell explained the procedure and what I needed to do before and after. Recovery time was exactly what he said. No surprises. The night of the surgery he called my husband to check on me. I never did need any pain meds.....not even Tylenol. I am very pleased with the results of my facelift. I am e

Completely satisfied with results of my facelift and eyes. Would not consider going to any other doctor. Highly recommend!!!