Pacific Palisades Plastic Surgery

What Pacific Palisades Plastic Surgery does

Pacific Palisades Plastic Surgery is a boutique private plastic surgery and medical aesthetics practice headquartered in Pacific Palisades, California, founded and led by Dr. David Dorfman, a double board-certified plastic surgeon. The practice serves primarily affluent residents of the Los Angeles Westside, with a secondary out-of-state and international patient segment reached through virtual consultations. No insurance or enterprise payers are involved; revenue is generated entirely through consumer fee-for-service transactions.

The practice operates across two service lines: (1) surgical procedures spanning facial, breast, and body contouring, and (2) a full MedSpa offering injectables, skin treatments, and laser-based aesthetic services. Its technology stack is built around Alma Lasers systems, including the Alma TED transdermal delivery platform (used for hair-restoration indications) and the ALMA IQ facial analysis tool, both employed within the MedSpa workflow. Injectable offerings are sourced under multi-vendor partnerships with Allergan, Galderma, and Merz, providing access to the major neuromodulator and dermal filler portfolios in the US aesthetics market.

The business model is consumer-direct and fee-for-service. Revenue derives from per-procedure surgical fees (typically thousands to tens of thousands of dollars), MedSpa service fees, and product sales, with no recurring subscription or enterprise contracting layer. The geographic footprint has been extended with a second office in Santa Monica, and a sub-brand called Face Center LA focuses on facial aesthetics. Headcount is reported in the 11-50 range, consistent with a single-surgeon boutique practice supported by clinical and administrative staff.

Name

Pacific Palisades Plastic Surgery

Legal name

Pacific Palisades Plastic Surgery

Website

https://pacificpalisadesplasticsurgery.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Pacific Palisades Plastic Surgery is a boutique plastic surgery and MedSpa practice in Pacific Palisades, California, led by double board-certified Dr. David Dorfman, serving affluent Los Angeles Westside patients with surgical and non-surgical aesthetic treatments.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cosmetic Surgery Services

NAICS

Hair, Nail, and Skin Care Services (81211), Other Personal Care Services (81219)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

Plastics / Cosmetic & Dermatologic Surgery Centers (HLAFAIAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (ENT) (HLAKAMAG), Oral & Maxillofacial Cosmetic/Aesthetic Surgery (HLABAEAJ)

Keywords

• Plastic surgery services
• Cosmetic surgery procedures
• Reconstructive surgery
• Medspa treatments
• Aesthetic medicine

Headquarters

HQ city

Pacific Palisades

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Surgical Procedures: One-time surgical procedures including facelifts, breast procedures (augmentation, lift, reduction, reconstruction, revision), body procedures (tummy tuck, mommy makeover, liposuction, body contouring, brachioplasty, thigh lift), and facial procedures (brow lift, eyelid surgery, neck lift, rhinoplasty, otoplasty).
2. Non-Surgical Treatments: Recurring and one-time non-surgical aesthetic treatments including laser hair removal, skin resurfacing, tattoo removal, vascular lesion treatment, injectables (BOTOX, dermal fillers), skin treatments (chemical peels, microdermabrasion, microneedling, dermaplaning, facials), and body contouring treatments.
3. Injectable Treatments: Hyaluronic acid fillers (JUVÉDERM, Radiesse, Restylane) and neurotoxins (BOTOX, Dysport, Xeomin) that require periodic re-treatment for maintained results.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Pacific Palisades Plastic Surgery is a boutique private practice offering cosmetic and reconstructive surgery of the Face, Breast, and Body alongside a full-service MedSpa. The practice provides surgical procedures such as facelifts, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, and liposuction, plus non-surgical treatments including injectables (BOTOX, JUVÉDERM, Restylane), laser hair removal, skin resurfacing, and chemical peels. It serves affluent patients in the greater Los Angeles area and accepts out-of-state and international patients via virtual consultations.

Product overview

Pacific Palisades Plastic Surgery is a boutique private practice offering a comprehensive portfolio of surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures. The practice provides face procedures (Brow Lift, Facelift, Eyelid Surgery, Neck Lift, Rhinoplasty, Otoplasty), breast procedures (Breast Augmentation, Breast Augmentation/Mastopexy, Mastopexy, Breast Revision, Breast Reconstruction, Gynecomastia), and body procedures (Tummy Tuck, Mommy Makeover, Liposuction, Fat Transfer, Brachioplasty, Body Contouring, Thigh Lift). The MedSpa offers non-surgical treatments including injectables (BOTOX, Dysport, XEOMIN, JUVEDERM, Radiesse, Restylane), skin treatments (Chemical Peels, Clinical Facials, Dermaplaning, Microneedling, Microdermabrasion, Skin Tag Removal), and laser treatments (Alma Soprano Titanium Laser, Alma TED, ALMA IQ, Laser Hair Removal, Tattoo Removal, Skin Resurfacing, Vascular Lesion Treatment, Acne Scar Treatment, JuVaShape). The practice utilizes Alma laser technology including Harmony XL PRO and Soprano Titanium systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Brow Lift Forehead lift procedure that removes excess skin and tightens the brow to permanently eliminate wrinkles and fine lines, addressing frown lines, furrowed brows, and forehead wrinkles.
• Facelift Rhytidectomy procedure that surgically tightens the face and neck areas using the SMAS technique, lifting three layers of facial tissue for natural-looking results.
• Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) Eye lift procedure that removes fatty herniations and stretched skin from upper and lower eyelids to restore a rested, younger look.
• Neck Lift (Cervicoplasty) Procedure that removes excess skin and fat and tightens muscles to address saggy or loose neck appearance.
• Rhinoplasty Nose reshaping surgery that enhances the nose's shape and profile, corrects structural defects, and can address breathing issues.
• Otoplasty Ear reshaping surgery that addresses protruding, oversized, or distorted ears through procedures like ear-pinning or ear reduction.
• Breast Augmentation Breast enhancement procedure using saline or silicone implants to increase breast size, correct asymmetry, or restore volume after pregnancy or mastectomy.
• Breast Augmentation / Mastopexy Combined procedure that combines breast augmentation with breast lift to increase size while addressing sagging for natural-looking results.
• Mastopexy (Breast Lift) Breast lift procedure that raises sagging breasts by removing excess skin and reshaping breast tissue to restore youthful contour.
• Breast Revision Secondary breast enhancement procedure that repairs, adjusts, removes, or replaces breast implants following initial augmentation.
• Breast Reconstruction Breast reconstruction procedure using implants or tissue expansion and flaps to restore breasts after mastectomy or trauma.
• Gynecomastia (Male Breast Reduction) Male breast reduction procedure that removes excess male breast tissue and fatty tissue to address gynecomastia.
• Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) Abdominoplasty procedure that reduces fat, trims sagging skin, and tightens loose abdominal muscles to recontour the stomach area.
• Mommy Makeover Customized combination of breast lift, liposuction, tummy tuck, and vaginal reconstruction procedures addressing changes from pregnancy and childbirth.
• Liposuction Body sculpting procedure using tumescent and power-assisted techniques to remove fatty deposits from specific body areas.
• Fat Transfer Procedure that transfers fat from one body area to restore volume in face, breasts, buttocks, or calves for fuller, youthful appearance.
• Brachioplasty (Arm Lift) Arm lift procedure that removes excess fatty tissue and skin to provide youthful, smooth contour of the upper arm.
• Body Contouring Body sculpting procedure using various techniques including tucks and liposuction to provide firmer, tighter skin after major weight loss.
• Thigh Lift Procedure that removes excess skin and tightens remaining skin of the thighs for firmer, more contoured legs.
• BOTOX Cosmetic FDA-approved botulinum toxin type A injection that relaxes facial muscles to reduce frown lines, crow's feet, and forehead wrinkles.
• Dysport FDA-approved botulinum toxin injection similar to BOTOX with faster onset, providing natural-looking results lasting up to four months.
• XEOMIN FDA-approved botulinum toxin type A injection for improving moderate to severe glabellar wrinkles, with results lasting about three months.
• JUVÉDERM FDA-approved hyaluronic acid dermal filler that adds volume to reduce wrinkles and correct age-related volume loss in cheeks, lips, and around nose/mouth.
• Radiesse FDA-approved calcium hydroxyapatite filler that stimulates natural collagen growth for enhanced skin elasticity and fullness, lasting up to one or two years.
• Restylane FDA-approved injectable using non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid to promote collagen and hydration for plumper, fuller skin.
• Chemical Peels Facial procedures using acids (TCA, Lactic Acid, Jessner's, Salicylic Acid) to remove surface skin layers and treat wrinkles, blemishes, acne, and uneven texture.
• Clinical Facials Expert-level clinical treatments combined with relaxing facials customized for specific skin types and issues including acne and scarring.
• Dermaplaning Facial procedure that scrapes away surface skin layers to reduce fine lines, scars, and wrinkles, often performed before chemical peels.
• Microneedling (MicroPen) Collagen induction therapy using precise needle pricks to stimulate natural healing, producing new collagen and elastin for plumper skin.
• Microdermabrasion Crystal-free device treatment that loosens outermost skin layer and uses suction to remove dead cells, stimulating new collagen production.
• Skin Tag and Milia Removal Painless procedure using low-level high-frequency electrotherapy to remove round skin bumps on contact.
• Alma Soprano Titanium Laser Hair Removal Gold standard laser hair removal system using three wavelengths with ICE Plus cooling technology for pain-free, permanent hair removal on all skin types.
• Alma TED Hair Restoration Needle-free hair restoration treatment using sound waves and air pressure (Trans-epidermal Delivery) to enhance absorption of hair growth serums.
• ALMA IQ Facial Analysis Advanced facial analysis technology providing comprehensive skin analysis including fine lines, wrinkles, pore size, pigmentation, redness, and hydration levels.
• Super Hair Removal (SHR) Proprietary Alma laser technology using 810 Diode and 755 Alexandrite wavelengths for permanent hair reduction on all skin types.
• Laser Tattoo Removal Tattoo removal using Harmony XL Pro Q-switched Nd:YAG laser and picosecond lasers to break apart tattoo ink for effective removal.
• Laser Skin Resurfacing Skin rejuvenation using ClearLift, Pixel 2940 Er:YAG, and Pixel RF technologies to treat wrinkles, scars, sun damage, and pigmentation with minimal downtime.
• Vascular Lesion Treatment Laser therapy using AFT (Advanced Fluorescence Technology) and Dye-VL Pro to treat port-wine stains, cherry angiomas, rosacea, and broken capillaries.
• Acne Scar Treatment ALMA laser therapy that rejuvenates skin to reduce appearance of acne scars by prompting body's natural healing mechanisms.
• JuVaShape Body and Face Treatment Radiofrequency technology treatment targeting wrinkles, rough skin, and fat using concentrated thermal energy for skin tightening and body contouring.

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Alma LaserscoreTechnology or IntegrationPacific Palisades Plastic Surgery utilizes Alma Lasers technology platforms including Harmony XL PRO, Soprano Titanium, ALMA IQ, and TED systems for various aesthetic treatments including laser hair removal, skin resurfacing, tattoo removal, and hair restoration.
• Allergan (BOTOX, JUVÉDERM)coreTechnology or IntegrationPractice offers Allergan products including BOTOX Cosmetic and JUVÉDERM injectable dermal fillers for wrinkle reduction and facial rejuvenation treatments.
• Galderma (Restylane)coreTechnology or IntegrationPractice offers Restylane hyaluronic acid dermal fillers for lip enhancement, wrinkle treatment, and facial volume restoration.
• Merz (Radiesse, Xeomin, Dysport)coreTechnology or IntegrationPractice offers Merz pharmaceutical products including Radiesse volumizing filler, Xeomin, and Dysport neurotoxins for aesthetic treatments.

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• LaserAway: Large multi-location aesthetic chain specializing in laser hair removal, skin treatments, and injectables with significant California presence — directly competes for non-surgical patients in the LA market.
• SkinSpirit: Multi-location aesthetic MedSpa chain offering injectables, laser treatments, and skin services across California and other major U.S. metros — competes for the same high-end non-surgical patient base with broader geographic reach.
• Cedars-Sinai Plastic Surgery: Plastic and reconstructive surgery program within a major academic medical center in Los Angeles, offering cosmetic and reconstructive procedures with multi-surgeon capacity — broader institutional competitor for both elective and reconstructive cases.

Direct peers

• Marina Plastic Surgery: Marina Del Rey-based plastic surgery practice offering face, breast, and body procedures plus MedSpa services — same specialty mix, same LA-area affluent positioning, and direct patient overlap with Pacific Palisades.
• Allure Aesthetic Surgery: Boutique aesthetic surgery practice in the LA area offering surgical and non-surgical cosmetic services — direct comparable in practice model, service mix, and target patient demographic.
• Lasky Aesthetics & Laser Center: Beverly Hills-based cosmetic surgery and aesthetic medicine center offering a similar portfolio of surgical procedures, injectables, and laser treatments in an upscale setting, directly overlapping Pacific Palisades' service mix and patient demographic.
• Cassileth Plastic Surgery: Beverly Hills plastic surgery practice specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive breast and body procedures, serving affluent LA patients with a comparable boutique, surgeon-led model.
• Beverly Hills Plastic Surgery: Boutique plastic surgery practice serving an affluent Beverly Hills clientele with a comparable mix of surgical and MedSpa services, directly competing with Pacific Palisades Plastic Surgery for premium LA patients.

Emerging players

• Ideal Image: National aesthetic services chain focused on injectables and laser treatments including laser hair removal, with growing California footprint — competes primarily for non-surgical patients rather than complex surgical cases.

Others

• Alma Lasers: Medical aesthetic device manufacturer supplying the Harmony XL PRO, Soprano Titanium, and TED platforms used by Pacific Palisades Plastic Surgery — a key technology vendor and enabler of the practice's laser treatment offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/facecenterla
• Facebookfacebook.com/facecenterlosangeles
• Instagraminstagram.com/facecenterla
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/facecenterla

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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