Philadelphia
Dr. Brannon Claytor
Face
About
Dr. Brannon Claytor is an experienced, trusted, and recognized authority in the field of plastic surgery. With twenty years specializing in cosmetic surgery, he has learned to listen carefully to his patients which enables him to provide compassionate care and exceptional results. He is the Chief of Plastic Surgery at Main Line Health, and a member of the Board of Directors of the Aesthetic Society—the preeminent group of Cosmetic Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons in the United States. Dr. Claytor demonstrates his passion for innovation by pioneering new treatment techniques and educating other surgeons about his drainless tummy tuck technique and deep plane facelifts under tumescent anesthesia.
Dr. Claytor is not just a highly credentialed plastic surgeon but is constantly innovating and researching new and updated techniques to help patients get better results with faster recovery times. Most notably, he offers:
• Deep place facelifts using only local anesthesia
• Tummy tucks with a technique that requires no drains worn at the incision sites
• A proprietary laser, microneedling, and nanofat (LaMiNa) technique to treat fine lines and wrinkles around the lips and mouth
Claytor Noone Plastic Surgery has experienced a dramatic increase in the requests for facial rejuvenation, likely due to patients’ desire to combat ageism and experience increased empowerment and confidence by revealing the best versions of themselves.
Advances in innovative surgical techniques, as well as state-of-the-art surgical facilities, have made deep plane facelifts under tumescent anesthesia a reality. We've consistently pioneered advancements in facial rejuvenation and neck aesthetics, offering a range of intricate surgeries that can be seamlessly conducted within our accredited private surgical facility. Our commitment to excellence sets us apart in delivering comprehensive and sophisticated procedures. The tumescent anesthesia surgical technique maximizes patient comfort as well as accelerates recovery, with most patients being able to be out in public within one week of their surgery.
Dr. Claytor's groundbreaking research and innovation have earned him national recognition. In 2023, Dr. Claytor debuted his innovative LaMiNa technique for addressing wrinkles around the lips and mouth (perioral rhytids, also known as smoker's lines). LaMiNa was greeted with great interest by the medical community and patient population alike.
Notable career accomplishments, awards, and recognitions
• Chief of Plastic Surgery at Main Line Health
• Consistently voted Top Philadelphia Plastic Surgeon by Philadelphia Magazine
• Top 100 Best Plastic Surgeons according to Newsweek in 2021
• Senior editor for the aesthetic section of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons website for the past three years
• Honorable Mention, Best Paper Award from the academic journal Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in 2023
• Recently published groundbreaking research on LaMiNa, CO2 lasering, Microneedling, and Nanofat for treating facial wrinkles, in Aesthetic Surgery Journal, Open Forum
• Board Member of The Aesthetic Society
• Highly sought-after speaker for both national and international plastic surgery meetings
ARTICLES
I am so pleased with my lower facelift. My results are beyond my expectations. Dr. Claytor and his staff are compassionate and extremely professional.
Before deciding on Dr. Claytor, I interviewed three other plastic surgeons in the area. I read a lot of articles on deep plane facelift surgery vs. the traditional method. An important consideration was that I did not want general anesthesia. The two traditional facelift surgeons were dismissive of me and made the deep place facelift sound like some crazy fad. In part, their attitude made me choose Dr. Claytor. I am so happy that I did. From the moment you walk in the door, you are treated like a VIP. The staff is welcoming and warm. The consultation with Dr. Claytor is thorough and questions are answered thoroughly. I chose the tumescent anesthesia for my procedure. I did NOT feel any pain. I was relaxed, a little sleepy, and even chatted with the team as they performed the surgery. The first two days, I was in moderate discomfort, but by the third day, I was just taking Extra Strength Tylenol and then in 5 or 6 days the occasional Advil--mostly at night to sleep more comfortably. The follow-ups were great and I am beyond pleased with the way I look. By the second week, something really wonderful happened. I casually looked in the mirror and was...startled for a moment because...there I was. The surgery didn't make me look like somebody else. It made me look like the me that had been missing for several years. I didn't feel like the "old person" in the mirror. But people treated that way. Dr. Claytor gave me back my younger face that matched my still youthful self. It has made me feel more confident in my job, how I think of myself and while we've all heard at least a few people tell us, "Looks don't matter.."...HELLO! They do! People who have known me for a long time don't ask if I've had "work done." They ask me if I had a vacation, tell me I look refreshed, ask me if I am doing something different with my hair and even asked if I've lost weight. None of the above. I've have been rejuvenated by the Claytor Team. I recommend Dr. Claytor and his staff without reservation.
My tummy tuck with hernia repair journey began by sending an email through the website. I received a response that same day. I felt the initial communication was very straightforward, and that was helpful. I was extremely nervous for the consult but as soon as I met Dr. Claytor all my concerns went away. He has an amazing bedside manner and way of making you feel comfortable with him.
Once my surgery was booked the rest of the team took over and they were amazing! Every person I dealt with was so kind and supportive. There wasn't a question or concern that I didn't receive an immediate response to with kindness. I felt prepared each step of the way leading up to my surgery. Everything the team or Dr. Claytor said would happen did, and I was so thankful.
My recovery through to my office visits have been thorough and thoughtful. This was a major procedure for me and not having to worry about anything but healing and loving the new me is something I will forever be grateful to Dr. Claytor and his team for.
I went in to see Dr Claytor for diastasis recti, but then I also decided on a mommy tuck and I must say it was so worth it. As confident as I may seem I always had some insecurities. Especially under my breast, my muscles must have spread out dramatically during pregnancy and going to the gym never fixed it, if anything it made it more noticeable. I always felt like an alien was going to explode out of my upper abdominal area. But this procedure definitely blew up my confidence in my abdominal area and the mommy tuck made my curves even better. I can’t say how happy I am with the result. Mama is looking even sexier. All I can say is trust the process, throughout this journey I was mentally prepared and physically willing to except all the changes that came my way. And it was all worth it!
Doctor Claytor is absolutely amazing. I can't say enough wonderful things about him and his entire team! I wanted my belt lipectomy for years but was terrified to make the leap. When I finally got enough courage and started the process of looking for the right doctor I had various consults with plastic surgeons. I was confident in my decision in Dr.Claytor for my surgery.
Doctor Claytor comforted me through the entire process. Not only did he do an amazing job on my surgery he made the recovery process so much better by making him self available to all my needs. His post op care demonstrates how important he finds his patients. I am now almost 6 months out and am in awe of the results. He truly gave me my confidence back.
Doctor Claytor comforted me through the entire process. Not only did he do an amazing job on my surgery he made the recovery process so much better by making him self available to all my needs. His post op care demonstrates how important he finds his patients. I am now almost 6 months out and am in awe of the results. He truly gave me my confidence back.
I could not be happier with my experience with Dr. Claytor and his staff. I had a tummy tuck last year and returned this year for an arm lift and thigh lift. From beginning to end, Dr. Claytor made me feel like I was his only patient. During both of my procedures he called my husband numerous times to update him on my recovery. He even went down to the cafeteria to talk to him in person. My husband and I joke about being VIP’s, because that’s the way he made you feel! The office is very clean and the staff is extremely friendly and caring. My results are fantastic and I am healing wonderfully. The amount of confidence I have now is indescribable. This was the first summer in 12 years that I wore a bathing suit without a cover up. Dr. Claytor truly changed my life and I am eternally grateful!
I searched carefully for the right surgeon before I made my decision to have the procedure. Having seen the astonishingly perfect results and in consideration of the whole spectrum of care and attention I was given, I can give Dr. Claytor and his staff my unqualified endorsement and my highest compliments on their excellence in every aspect.
The lead-up provided many opportunities for me to get all the reassurance I needed as well as clear explanations. The actual procedure was painless and I felt pampered throughout. Dr. Claytor went the extra mile to look after my mental and physical well being. My recovery was faster than anticipated. and now that three months have passed, I can see that the results are superlative and totally natural; my expectations were surpassed. I am so glad I had the good fortune of being the patient of such a talented and caring physician. Thank you, Dr. Claytor!
I highly recommend Dr Claytor! He is brilliant and the most personable and caring surgeon I have ever met! I met with 4 doctors before going to him and my search ended as soon as I consulted with him. His expertise with deep plane facelifts is well known and I knew that was what I wanted.
My results are fabulous...I'm told I look 10-15 yrs younger! I'm only 2 months PO and have been going out in public since day 10! My scars are hard to see and are healing so well. I teach fitness classes 3-4 days a week and was back at the gym 1 month PO. I am having a bit of a tough recovery (I always do with surgery). Dr Claytor and his team have been by my side the entire time! They are easily reached and truly care about my issues.
Thank you so much Dr. Claytor, Debbie, Emily, Julie, Dani and Sarah!
I cannot say enough amazing things about choosing Dr Claytor as my doctor for a neck lift. My sagging neck was all I saw when I looked in the mirror or photos taken. I was nervous. Sure I have had injectables but never anything more aggressive. I did have consultations with several different doctors BUT Dr Claytor listened to me. He heard me and my concerns. The entire experience from initial consultation thru the procedure to the follow up appointments were attentive, professional and most of all a huge success for a job well done. I look at my self in the mirror and I love what I see. I’m so glad I chose to go forward with this procedure and more so thrilled that I chose Dr Claytor for the job. We live in a time where everyone deserves to improve things that make us feel better and like what we see in the mirror and take out into the world. Don’t hesitate to do that for you!
Before deciding on Dr. Claytor, I interviewed three other plastic surgeons in the area. I read a lot of articles on deep plane facelift surgery vs. the traditional method. An important consideration was that I did not want general anesthesia. The two traditional facelift surgeons were dismissive of me and made the deep place facelift sound like some crazy fad. In part, their attitude made me choose Dr. Claytor. I am so happy that I did. From the moment you walk in the door, you are treated like a VIP. The staff is welcoming and warm. The consultation with Dr. Claytor is thorough and questions are answered thoroughly. I chose the tumescent anesthesia for my procedure. I did NOT feel any pain. I was relaxed, a little sleepy, and even chatted with the team as they performed the surgery. The first two days, I was in moderate discomfort, but by the third day, I was just taking Extra Strength Tylenol and then in 5 or 6 days the occasional Advil--mostly at night to sleep more comfortably. The follow-ups were great and I am beyond pleased with the way I look. By the second week, something really wonderful happened. I casually looked in the mirror and was...startled for a moment because...there I was. The surgery didn't make me look like somebody else. It made me look like the me that had been missing for several years. I didn't feel like the "old person" in the mirror. But people treated that way. Dr. Claytor gave me back my younger face that matched my still youthful self. It has made me feel more confident in my job, how I think of myself and while we've all heard at least a few people tell us, "Looks don't matter.."...HELLO! They do! People who have known me for a long time don't ask if I've had "work done." They ask me if I had a vacation, tell me I look refreshed, ask me if I am doing something different with my hair and even asked if I've lost weight. None of the above. I've have been rejuvenated by the Claytor Team. I recommend Dr. Claytor and his staff without reservation.
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