The New England Facial And Cosmetic Surgery Center

Yesterday, one week after the surgery that she performed, Dr. Petropoulos removed the packing and brace from my nose. I was absolutely amazed with both the cosmetic and functional outcomes of the surgery. Dr. Petropoulos repaired and restructured my nose, which had been blocked and distorted since the break. I cannot even begin to describe how good it feels to actually take enough air in through my nose to expand my lungs the way they are meant to be, and I will never forget that very first inhalation!!! I was amazed by the sheer joy that I felt the first time I looked in the mirror. I genuinely smiled for the first time in months. I was one who struggled with having pictures taken prior to the surgery; however, I happily let Dr. Petropoulos take pictures after my initial shock at the beautiful change. From the first time that I met her, I found Dr. Petropoulos to be a calm, caring, and compassionate doctor. She was thorough and gentle during the examination, explained the procedures before performing them, and described the physical feelings associated with each. She took her time discussing the re-construction choices. She explained openly and honestly that because the skin on the tip of my nose was so thick the result of that one part may be less than desirable. I chose to trust her expertise and go ahead with the re-construction anyway. I am so happy to report that the result is in no way undesirable!!! Dr. Petropoulos is the first doctor that I have met who thinks ahead. At the final appointment prior to the surgery, she made sure that I had everything that I would need after. The prescriptions were written and filled beforehand. I even knew to pick up ice because I would need lots of it the first couple of days. This eliminated the running around immediately after the surgery, which had always been my experience. more

\r \r Dr. Petropoulos has been providing Botox and Juviderm injections for me for over 5 years. I have tried other physicians on the North Shore, but have found they are more expensive, and the treatment does not last as long. I like the fact that the Dr. will use her discretion to treat only the areas that need it, and not the entire face. Often times I will go in a for a quick injection in the lower part of my face. The staff is professional and the location is terrific too. I would highly recommend Dr. Petropoulos for Juviderm or Botox.\r \r more

I was/am still a patient of Dr. Petropolous. Dr. Petropolous performed surgery on me in December 2009. It was my first surgery I have been through, so I was a bit nervous. Dr. Petropolous was great in calming any fears I had, and making sure the entire process was as smooth as possible from start to finish.\r \r Following the surgery, Dr. Petropolous was very helpful in making sure I was comfortable and had everything I would need to make an easy recovery. Even in the days following surgery, Dr. Petropolous made herself available during off-hours to ensure I had the right amount of medication and supplies during my recovery.\r \r I am still going to Dr. Petropolous for continuing checkups. She has been great, and I would recommend her to anyone.\r more

I could not be happier. Because of my travel schedule for work I have had botox and juvederm a few times from a few different doctors. Dr Petropoulos is by far the best. I now go to extreme lengths to make sure I get procedure done w Dr petropoulos because otherwise im not sure my result will be as great as I know it can be. more

I've been Dr. Petropoulos's patient for 8 years now. That's a very good indication that the services she provides are professional, very up to date, and extremely helpful to me. My goal is to not look 10 years younger, but to look fresh, youthful, and happy. Anna Petropoulos is helping me to achieve this with all the great resources she has at her fingertips. more

My favorite place in the world, next to Turks and Caicos, is sitting in Dr. Petropoulos' office. She is an artist. I have been going to Dr. petropoulos for over four years and would never see ANYONE else for botox, fillers, or the like. \r She has taken at least 10 years off of my appearance. I plan to continue to see Dr. Patropoulos every few months and will continue to enjoy the compliments from my friends! more

I just had my final sculptra and I was told I look 10 years younger.\r Dr. Petropoulos gave me the best cheek bones using the sculptra.\r She was professional, reassuring and has a great eye for detail.\r \r Dr. P knew just where to contour and fill my face.\r I couldn't be more happy and satisfied.\r \r I feel lucky to have found her.\r \r I also had Botox which was my first procedure.\r \r I will definately be back for more !\r \r \r \r Miss P more

I am so happy to have found Dr Petropoulos. When I turned 40, I noticed that my skin was just not the same as it had been when I was in my 20's and 30's. I was so\r happy after meeting with Dr. Petropoulos and her staff. The skin care products that she recommended to me have been wonderful. My skin is looks and feels so much healthier. I was also interested in Botox and Dr. Petropoulos presented a plan that would work for me. She is always gentle, patient and compassionate. I look forward to seeing Dr. Petropoulos every 4 months. Now instead of hearing, “wow, you look tired”, people often comment on how refreshed I look and how I never seem to age. Dr. Petropoulos has helped me regain my confidence and I feel so much better about my appearance. I would highly recommend Dr. Petropoulos and her staff. more

I have been going to Dr. Petropoulos for over 4 years for Botox, fillers, facials, peels and Thermage and I could not be happier! She truly is a master at her craft. She is professional, patient, kind, personable and most importantly a perfectionist. She takes her time and only gives me what I need, not what I think I might need or want. Her main goal & mine is to keep me looking young, refreshed, and natural... In my opinion that's how I look & feel. I am so pleased with her work that I have told countless family members and friends to go for a consultation and see what she could do for them. Many have and are so happy to have done so! I know I will be a patient of Dr. Petropoulos for many years to come! Just as a side note, Dr. Petropoulos is a Board Certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and she can be found on the American Board of Facial and Reconstructive Surgery website. more

I've been seeing Dr Petropoulos for about 7 years and would never consider going to any other doctor for this type of service. When I first considered Botox, I decided to do my homework and find a doctor who would give me the absolute best care. I feel incredibly fortunate to have found Dr Petropoulos. She takes time to explain the various procedures and discusses the best options with you. I feel completely safe in her care. In fact, I actually wish she could be my primary doctor. I've never been to a doctor who has made me feel more comfortable and safe, or one who has been so open and easy to talk with. She's really a very kind and caring person. I wish there were more doctors capable of giving the kind of high quality care and personal attention that Dr Petropoulos consistantly provides to her patients. If you're ever in need of this type of medical care, do yourself a favor and see Dr Petropoulos. I'm confident you'll be as pleased with her work as you'll be with her character. more

I have had Botox injections four or five times by Dr. Petropoulos, and a single other time with a doctor who was in a far more convenient location. I've decided that traveling the couple hours to Dr. Petropoulos every four to six months is well worth it. The results are excellent. I've never had a bit of bruising. She is an artist with a needle, based on my experience, and I've now got my sister going to her as well. more

My appointment was made weeks ahead and my medical files were provided. I also filled a questionnaire when I arrived listing the reasons for my visit, list of medications, health problems, etc...I was shocked to be questionned about confidential info I had just provided, within ear reach of patients waiting in the waiting room. I thought it was rather unprofessional. Bad impression but you cannot blame the MD for its staff, I suppose. I waited about 30 minutes before being escorted in one of the waiting rooms where I I received a sale's speech from one of the associates about the importance of moisturizing and the wonderful products sold on the premises, she also took photos of my face at different angles.\r After another 15 mn wait, the Doctor came in. Since I consider any invasive procedure to be a serious matter, I am always asking a lot of questions about techniques, risk factors, follow up, and potential post surgery's complications. She kept on telling me: You'll love it"" and ""You are going to look fabulous"" but I kept asking questions for specific answers and no cheerleading generalities. I don't know if she was running late or if I was asking too many questions but the sweet tone became right down short, bordering on bitchy. Eventually, I make an appointment for the procedure before leaving the office. Back home, I thought about all the different aspects of my visit and I called a few trusted friends who agreed with me. “ Too many red flags” I cancelled three days later. It took me another two months to decide to go with the services of Dr. Gregory Antoine who is the chairman of plastic and reconstructive surgery at Boston Medical Center in the South End. \r I went to see Dr Antoine twice before deciding to have him do the surgery. I was charged only for one consultation and I asked all my usual questions and he was very details specific, patient and no pushy.\r I am so pleased with the results and he was cheaper! But if you must choose a surgeon got for the training, qualification and experience not the best price. In this case, I got all of it!\r While looking for an MD, please, check, check and double check, experience, training, certifications, complaints, etc... Yes, it takes times and more money but you only have one body, one face. Make sure you get the best since you will have to live with it for the rest of your life. Don't hesitate to question and to verify info and background . Most doctors don't mind it and most, actually, encourage it. \r Pros: Nice wall paper Cons: Late but no apologies more

STAY AWAY from this ""doctor."" The only thing she cares about is $$CASH$$. Don't be fooled by her soft spoken voice, she has no clue about plastic surgery!!! Four years ago I had a rhinoplasty performed by her and I am still going back and forth to another doctor to try and fix her butcher job. I was left with one nostril a good inch higher then the other and a dent on the left side of my nose. What I want to know is how she still has a license to perform plastic surgery? The only advice I can give to you is stay as far away from her as possible!!! Do your research and be SMART! And if the doctor happens to drop by this page and see this do a service to human kind and get out of the plastic surgery industry. We are not all good at everything and you are terrible at what you do!!!! Choose ANOTHER profession!!!\r Pros: Absolutely NONE Cons: Always late, terrible service, horrible rhinoplasty!!! more

This doctor is not one to deal with when your face or other exposed part of your anatomy is involved. Her primary training was as an ENT. Any MD or DDS,DMD can take a few courses and hang up a Plastic Surgeon shingle.\r \r This lady creates a false sense of security for the patient and then proceeds to ""practice"" her procedures on unsuspecting victims for a hefty price. I have had 2 different procedures with unsatisfactory results. After consulting with a Board Certified physician, his comments on the results of one of her procedures were basically "" who did this to you""?\r \r She will only offer lame responses such as ""you have no confidence in me"" when confronted by a displeased patient. Never her fault nor is there an offer of compensation. ( I would never let her do the procedure again..she can practice on other unsuspecting folks).\r \r Make sure you do your homework...look for Board Certified Plastic Surgeons whose schooling has been in the study of Plastic Surgery throughout his/her training...not someone who received a degree in another specialty and got a certificate to mess with your face. Ask docs for photos of patients with before and after and MAKE SURE this doctor actually did the procedure. In fact, ask for names and numbers for patients and CALL THEM!!! \r \r Also, ask you primary care physician for his/her recommendation for a qualified PS. Don't rely on some spa who has some doctor come in once a week to administer Botox and fillers unless you have checked them out thoroughly,\r \r It is your body, face, nose etc. You deserve to have the best take care of you!!!\r \r Buyer beware.\r \r Good luck.\r more

This woman will make claims that she is an experienced plastic surgeon when in fact her training was as an ENT specialist. Any doctor in any speciality can take a couple of courses and then hang a shingle claiming to be a Plastic Surgeon.\r \r She claims to be an expert in the newest practices and products however she uses her patients to ""practice"" her skills and when things go wrong or not to the satisfaction of the patient, she takes no responsibility and simply dismisses you.\r \r Do your homework....Board Certified only, check references and ask doctor for phone numbers of patients that are pictured in the office ( if there are no pictures of before and after...ask).\r \r It is your face or body part.....do your due diligence!!!\r \r Good Luck! Pros: has an MD Cons: training was for ENT not Plastic more

i had the best experience. Very knowlegable and explained the whole proceedure and what to expect. Told me how to do aftercare for myself. I was so pleased by the results and would recommend her to anyone interested. The whole staff was pleasant. One of the most comforting and pleasurable experiences. Thrilled by the results. You can't find someone that does a better job anywhere! more

I did not have a good experience with this doctor. I have reveived fillers before from other doctors...lets just say I did not have a good experience. I was unhappy! Make sure you find out their credentials and how long they have been practicing plastic surgery. Get lots of opinions before getting any procedure done first....Be Careful!!! more

As a new patient of Anna Petropoulos..i would like to recommend her as a wonderful, caring, excellent specialist in her field. I am more than happy with my results..but more than that felt comforted, understood, and that we were on the same page..with her expertise..i completely trust Dr. Petropoulos and her abiltiy as a facial plastic surgeon..\r i highly recomend this surgeon and this practice.. and will be back again i am quite sure. Pros: she is the best Cons: you have to wait more

My experience with this very gifted plastic and facial surgeon was wonderful..she is kind, compassionate, and talented pure and simple..\r yes she may have been running 5 minutes behind!..but to wait for perfection is not a problem when the end result is so fantastic!!\r It is important to me, as a client of dr petropoulos', to let other potential candidates for this kind of treatment know..there is a shining star in the field she has taken 10 years off of my face with scultpra, botox, and juviderm.I look marhvelous!\r i travel 2 hours from maine to see her and i would travel 10 if it meant having this kind of care..\r my one suggestion to you all is..you've seen the rest...now see the best!\r 5 stars!Bravo. more

Anna Petropoulos convinced me that a ""liquid face lift"" of Sculptra no negative side effects and would add years of youth to my face. Yes, I wanted to look better and I take full responsibility for retaining her services to inject this product and take full responsibility for failing to research Sculptra prior to my appointment. She injected a large amount of Sculptra under one of my eyes and ran out, so only a small amount was injected, thankfully, under the other eye. I now have 4 significant lumps under one eye that are clearly visible and 2 others under the other eye that are less visible. In despiration, I called the manufacturer of Sculptra. When I spoke with the representatvie at Dermik, she stated that Sculptra is only approved for people with AIDS and is never to be injected in the periorbital region. I have a copy of the package insert that clearly states these restrictions. Apparently, Ms. Petropoulos did not read the insert.\r According to the manufacturer, these lumps must be surgically removed because they are not the product, but scar tissue from injecting in an area of thin skin. \r Make the best decision for yourself, but remember a good sales pitch could cost you more than you may want to pay. \r Also, as a post script, if you are going to have Restylane, an execellent product, check the box before you let anyone inject you. If you do not see a hologram, it is a counterfeit product. I found this out when the lumps from Restylane didn't dissolve in 10-12 months. I sent the end panels that this MD gave me to the manufacturer, it wasn't their product. Pros: Good with some procedures such as Botox Cons: Does not take responsibility for her mistakes more