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Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Latham, New York

Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Latham, New York
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1922008887· License: 174044 (NY) verify

34+ years of experience · self-reported

Industry payments (2025): $2,258 across 26 payments (what this means)
4.09(28 ratings)

Consultation $150

In Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III's own words

How Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • At The Williams Center, we believe in caring for... you, like family, every step of the way
  • My absolute best effort. I approach every surgery with the same commitment to achieving the best possible result for that individual patient

Specialization

  • Combining resurfacing with facial rejuvenation allows us to address both the underlying structural changes of aging and the quality of the skin itself
  • Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD specializes in deep plane facelifts.

Technique

  • Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD places the incision behind the hairline for their scarless approach.

Technology

  • Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD predicts that the Erbium laser will completely revolutionize the way they take care of skin because it can be done at the same time as other procedures.

Training & credentials

  • Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD has encountered virtually every scenario related to deep plane facelifts.
  • After 30 years in the field as a surgeon, teacher, lecturer, and speaker, I bring extensive experience to every patient and every procedure

Consultation

  • Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD informs patients that he cannot guarantee a 20-year-old neck, using this as a way to gauge their expectations.
  • Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD, offers second opinions to patients.

Recovery guidance

  • The Williams Center Clinic typically advises patients flying in for a deep plane facelift to stay in the area for about eight days.

Results

  • Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD, while striving for perfection, informs patients that some small soft tissue irregularities or minor asymmetries are likely, as most people have natural asymmetry.

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About

Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD, is a Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon practicing in Latham, New York, with over 30 years of experience as a surgeon, teacher, lecturer, and speaker. He leads a destination practice, welcoming patients from near and far to the Capital Region, supported by a patient concierge team for convenient travel. Dr. Williams emphasizes a natural, thoughtful approach to facial rejuvenation. His goal is to create natural results tailored to each individual, restoring definition and a balanced, rejuvenated look that still resembles the patient, rather than changing who they were. He specializes in procedures like the Deep Plane Facelift, eyelid surgery, and rhinoplasty. He also combines resurfacing treatments, such as the erbium laser, with facial rejuvenation to address both structural changes and skin quality. Dr. Williams believes in patient-first care, listening to concerns, understanding goals, and ensuring patients feel heard and confident in their decisions. He finds hearing patient stories and seeing their happiness incredibly meaningful.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

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Average Cost of Surgery

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Facelift

$12,500

1 patient report · 2017

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III

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When is an appealing time to plan for surgery and recovery?
Fall can be an appealing time to plan for surgery and recovery.
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What are realistic expectations for a facelift?
Dr. Williams emphasizes that a facelift is about rejuvenation, not about looking 20 years old or erasing who you are. The goal is a natural, balanced, and rejuvenated result that looks like you, not an unrealistic appearance or perfection.
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What are common post-facelift realities regarding symmetry?
Patients should be aware that subtle asymmetries and minor soft-tissue irregularities can exist after a facelift, particularly because most people have some degree of natural asymmetry to begin with. The goal is not perfection, but a natural, balanced, and rejuvenated result.
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What is the typical age range for facial rejuvenation procedures?
The practice commonly performs procedures such as deep plane facelifts, upper and lower blepharoplasty, and fat grafting on patients around 60 years old, among other age groups.
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What are the long-term results of facial rejuvenation procedures?
Patients can achieve terrific results that are maintained even 4 years post-op from procedures like deep plane facelifts, upper and lower blepharoplasty, and fat grafting. Patients often feel refreshed and look it, too.
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What can I expect during the early days of recovery from facial procedures?
In the early days of recovery following procedures like Deep Plane Facelift, Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty, and Lip Lift, patients can expect tightness and swelling. Recovery progresses from these initial symptoms to feeling more comfortable, energized, and excited about results.
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What is the ideal outcome for facial plastic surgery?
Dr. Williams believes that when surgery is done well, it is not visible. The goal is for results to look refreshed, natural, and like the patient's rejuvenated self, rather than changing who they were.
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What should I consider when choosing a facial plastic surgeon?
When choosing a facial plastic surgeon, it's essential to feel heard, as facial plastic surgery is a deeply personal decision. Your surgeon should listen to your concerns, understand your goals, and ensure you feel confident in your decision. If a consultation focuses more on what the surgeon wants to do than what you want, or if you don’t feel a connection or trust with your surgeon, it’s best to get another opinion.
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What does a lip lift address?
A lip lift can be performed to address the distance between the base of the nose and the upper lip.
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How does Dr. Williams ensure inconspicuous scars?
Dr. Williams emphasizes thoughtful incision design and closure, including the importance of beveling the incision, to contribute to a refined closure and ultimately a more inconspicuous scar. This is considered an important part of achieving natural, long-term results.
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What amenities are available for traveling patients?
For patients traveling from a distance, the practice's location near Albany International Airport is intended to make the journey as convenient as possible. A patient concierge team is available to assist with details and ensure a comfortable and seamless experience from the moment you begin planning your visit.
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How does Erbium Laser Resurfacing work and what does it treat?
The erbium laser is a resurfacing treatment that works by removing the outermost layers of damaged skin, helping to improve skin texture, tone, fine lines, and overall skin quality.
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What is the typical recovery timeline for facial surgery?
One week post-surgery is considered very early in recovery, with more healing and refinement expected over the coming weeks and months. While patients can show amazing progress even at one week, surgical results continue to develop over time, with significant and satisfying changes often seen by five to six months post-op.
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What conditions can facial rejuvenation procedures address?
Facial rejuvenation procedures can address concerns such as heaviness and laxity in the face and neck, significant sun damage, and aging below the jawline, with the goal of restoring a refreshed, natural version of the patient and reversing signs of aging.
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Patient Experience

Dr. Edwin F. Williams Review Summary

4.65
Dr. Williams receives stellar reviews overall! He averages a 4.65 out of 5 stars across various platforms, including a near-perfect 4.8 from patients and high marks on Facebook and Yelp. While one platform shows a slightly lower score, the vast majority of patients praise his skill and expertise.

Ratings from Other Platforms

facebook.com

5 out of 5

Based on 4 reviews

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yelp.com

5 out of 5

Based on 4 reviews

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realself.com

4.8 out of 5

Based on 37 reviews

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doctor.webmd.com

3.6 out of 5

Based on 68 reviews

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Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Latham, New York

Williams Center Plastic

1072 Troy Schenectady Rd., Latham, New York

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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)

$2,258

Payments

26

Compared to peers

Moderate

Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III received $2,258 across 26 payments in 2025. That is higher than about 71% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program, and the largest single payer was ABBVIE 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 ↗

Patient Awards

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

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Location & Contact Information

Williams Center Plastic

1072 Troy Schenectady Rd.

Latham, New York

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Office Information

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Doctor's Office

Williams Center Plastic (Primary)

1072 Troy Schenectady Rd., Latham, New York

(37 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

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Education & Experience

Education

Cornell University In Ithaca, New York, Bachelor Of Science Degree
School Of Medicine At The State University Of New York In Buffalo

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Double Board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Double Board-certified By The American Board Of Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery
American Board Of Otolaryngology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What do patients have to say about Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III?
Patients consistently praise Dr. Williams' surgical skill, confidence, and thoroughness. Many describe their experience as "excellent" or "amazing," highlighting positive outcomes with procedures like eyelid surgery and facelifts. Patients appreciate his informative approach and the supportive staff.
What areas of care does Dr. Edwin F. Williams, III cater to?
Dr. Williams specializes in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. His expertise includes procedures such as deep plane facelifts, cosmetic rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and lower facelifts. He has extensive experience in facial plastic surgery, having performed over 10,000 procedures. Dr. Williams emphasizes a natural and thoughtful approach to facial rejuvenation. The Castle Connolly Top Doctor distinction reflects the practice's commitment to excellence, integrity, and patient-first care. The Williams Center is committed to patient-first care, believing in treating patients like family every step of the way. Dr. Williams enjoys taking the time to talk with patients about their experiences and values hearing their stories and seeing their happiness. Procedures like Deep Plane Facelift, Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty, and Lip Lift are designed to create natural, long-lasting rejuvenation tailored to the patient's anatomy and goals. Dr. Williams' goal is always to create natural results that are tailored to each individual patient, restoring definition and creating a more balanced, rejuvenated look, rather than changing who they were. The practice offers a comprehensive approach, combining resurfacing treatments like the erbium laser with facial rejuvenation to address both the underlying structural changes of aging and the quality of the skin itself.