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Dr. David S. Kirn, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Lexington, Kentucky

Dr. David S. Kirn, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Lexington, Kentucky
NPI: 1659484681· License: 29775 (KY) verify
Industry payments (2025): $17,527 across 46 payments (what this means)
4.8(21 ratings)

In Dr. David S. Kirn's own words

How Dr. David S. Kirn describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • Dr. David S. Kirn approaches his work with a passion for its artistic nature and the opportunity to make people happy.
  • Dr. David S. Kirn, MD, and their practice monitor patients over time, including those who have been with the practice for more than 20 years, to observe changes and address them surgically.
  • The practice's primary focus is on patient care and creating results that patients love.

Specialization

  • Dr. David S. Kirn performs isolated neck lifts, focusing solely on the neck rather than a combined face and neck lift.
  • Dr. David S. Kirn's practice has evolved to focus more on facial surgery, with eyelids and facelifts being the mainstay.
  • Throughout his career, Dr. David S. Kirn has exclusively performed cosmetic surgery.
  • Dr. David S. Kirn initially performed a significant amount of breast surgery and continues to do so.

Technique

  • Dr. David S. Kirn's practice frequently performs breast implant removal and lifts, utilizing the breast's own tissue to recreate the appearance of an implant without necessarily having one.

Training & credentials

  • Dr. David S. Kirn has been in private practice in Lexington, Kentucky, since 1998.

Recovery guidance

  • Dr. David S. Kirn understands the full extent of surgical changes immediately in the operating room, even though patients may not see the complete results for weeks or months due to swelling.

Results

  • Dr. David S. Kirn uses their immediate post-operative observation in the operating room as a reliable indicator of the final positive outcome.

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About

Dr. David S. Kirn is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Lexington, Kentucky. He specializes in cosmetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgery, focusing on transformations for the face, breasts, and body, alongside comprehensive skincare. Dr. Kirn founded Kirn Plastic Surgery in 1998, with a practice exclusively dedicated to cosmetic surgery. Dr. Kirn believes that listening is one of the most important parts of cosmetic surgery. He emphasizes open, honest conversations during consultations to understand patient goals, as he finds the best results start with this understanding. He enjoys the creative nature of his work and seeing patients feel confident and happy with their outcomes. His approach to breast procedures often focuses on restoring shape, position, and proportion, recognizing that not every procedure starts with an implant. For skincare, he believes in tailored products, understanding there is no one-size-fits-all solution. The practice uses a dedicated photo studio to capture unedited before and after photos under identical conditions, aiming to provide a clear, consistent look at what procedures achieve.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

Everything on this page about each procedure Dr. David S. Kirn offers: pricing in context, what they've said about it, related videos and photos, and what patients ask.

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Each figure below is the average of the total costs patients reported in their own published reviews of Dr. David S. Kirn, with the number of reports and the years they were written. Prices are not adjusted for inflation and are not a quote: your final cost is set at consultation and depends on your specific medical needs. How we calculate these prices

Mentor Breast Implants

$6,191

1 patient report · 2020

About typicalTypical nationally: $5,500–$6,900 (median $6,226, 134 reports) compare ↗

Breast Augmentation

$6,700

1 patient report · 2014

About typicalTypical in Lexington: $5,500–$7,450 (median $6,301, 11 reports) compare ↗

Tummy Tuck

$8,800

1 patient report · 2018

About typicalTypical in Lexington: $7,500–$10,970 (median $8,800, 17 reports) compare ↗

Lower Facelift

$11,200

1 patient report · 2019

About typicalTypical nationally: $8,000–$15,000 (median $11,000, 77 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. David S. Kirn

Sourced directly from Dr. David S. Kirn's social posts and replies.

What is Dr. Kirn's philosophy on graceful aging and skincare?
Dr. Kirn believes the secret to aging gracefully lies in using the right skincare products, specifically tailored to an individual's unique skin type, concerns, and goals. There is no one-size-fits-all approach, and the team assists individuals in finding products that are genuinely beneficial for them.
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Do all breast procedures at Kirn Plastic Surgery involve implants?
No, not every breast procedure begins with an implant. For some patients, the primary goal is improved position rather than increased volume, which can be achieved through procedures like a breast lift (mastopexy).
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What is the commitment required for long-term aesthetic results with injectables and skincare?
Achieving significant and lasting aesthetic results with injectables and skincare often requires a long-term commitment to consistent treatments, potentially spanning multiple years. The practice's approach involves a provider who deeply understands your face and adjusts treatment plans as it changes over time.
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How does Dr. Kirn approach Breast Augmentation with Lift?
Breast augmentation with lift is approached as more than just adding volume; it focuses on restoring shape, position, and proportion. This procedure combines a mastopexy (breast lift) to elevate and reshape existing breast tissue with implants to restore fullness and create a balanced, youthful, and proportional contour tailored to the patient's anatomy and goals.
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What is Kirn Plastic Surgery's approach to lip filler?
Lip filler at Kirn Plastic Surgery is not just about adding volume; it's also about enhancing shape and symmetry to achieve a balanced and natural look.
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Who performs injectable treatments like lip filler?
Injectable treatments such as lip filler are performed by Tara Smith NP.
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How does Kirn Plastic Surgery ensure transparency in before and after photos?
The practice has a dedicated photo studio in their office to ensure every before and after photo is captured under identical conditions. They explicitly state that photos are not edited, styled, or taken with favorable lighting, providing a clear and honest representation of procedure outcomes, documented consistently as patients heal.
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From Dr. David S. Kirn's Instagram

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Patient Experience

Dr. David S. Kirn Review Summary

4.8
Dr. Kirn has consistently excellent reviews, averaging 4.8 stars out of 5. Patients frequently praise his skill and results.

Ratings from Other Platforms

care.healthline.com

4.8 out of 5

Based on 24 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.8 out of 5

Based on 18 reviews

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Dr. David S. Kirn, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Lexington, Kentucky

Main Office

2376 Alexandria Dr, Lexington, Kentucky

(859) 296-3195

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2025)

$17,527

Payments

46

Compared to peers

Above average

Dr. David S. Kirn received $17,527 across 46 payments in 2025. That is higher than about 89% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as royalty or license, and the largest single payer was Applied Medical Technology Inc.

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (859) 296-3195

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

2376 Alexandria Dr

Lexington, Kentucky 40504

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Office Information

Phone: (859) 296-3195

Where does Dr. David S. Kirn practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

2376 Alexandria Dr, Lexington, Kentucky 40504

(7 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
American Board Of Plastic Surgery Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. David S. Kirn online?
The provided information doesn't specify whether online appointments are available. Contacting the office at (859) 296-3195 is recommended for scheduling.
Does Dr. David S. Kirn offer telehealth?
The provided information does not indicate whether Dr. Kirn offers telehealth services.
What do patients have to say about Dr. David S. Kirn?
Patients highly recommend Dr. Kirn, describing their results as life-changing. Reviews mention positive experiences with breast augmentation (including specific implant details), lower facelift combined with upper eye procedures and fat grafting, and various tummy tuck procedures (with and without drains, muscle repair, and liposuction). A younger patient also shared a positive experience with breast augmentation.
What areas of care does Dr. David S. Kirn cater to?
Dr. Kirn specializes in cosmetic, plastic, and reconstructive surgery, focusing on procedures for the face, breasts, and body. This includes facelifts, breast augmentations (including Mentor implants), tummy tucks (with various techniques), and mommy makeovers. Also specializes in comprehensive skincare. He emphasizes the importance of listening to patients during consultations to truly understand their goals, believing that the best results stem from this understanding. Patients often request specific procedures, but an open, honest conversation is key to determining what will truly help them achieve their desired outcomes.