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Dr. Gal Aharonov, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Beverly Hills, California

Dr. Gal Aharonov, MD

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Beverly Hills, California
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1336355213· License: A98463 (CA) verify
Industry payments (2024): $378 across 5 payments (what this means)
4.14(112 ratings)

Consultation $125

In Dr. Gal Aharonov's own words

How Dr. Gal Aharonov describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • The simple litmus test I use is: What would I want for myself or my loved ones?

Specialization

  • The doctor refers to this procedure as the 'Chat GPT credit card special.'
  • The doctor performs a one-stage hairline lowering surgery using their 'FROST procedure'.

Technique

  • The beauty of my technique is the preservation of hair density
  • The doctor performs a specific surgical technique referred to as 'FROST surgery'.
  • The doctor performs minor otoplasty.
  • The doctor performs one-stage hairline lowering surgery.
  • The hairline lowering surgery involves moving the entire scalp forward.

Recovery guidance

  • The 6 month mark is when I usually say things start looking reasonably normal

Safety

  • I would like to remind patients that NOTHING is perfect and NOTHING is guaranteed

Results

  • I think the results are even better at one year, and even more so at two years

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About

Dr. Gal Aharonov is a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon practicing in Beverly Hills, California. He specializes in facial plastic and cosmetic surgery, with a focus on otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. His procedures include facelifts, dermal fillers, forehead reduction, sideburn correction, revision facelifts, and otoplasty. Dr. Aharonov emphasizes that "the devil is in the little details" in facial surgery, focusing on subtle elements that are not easily visible without close examination. His personal philosophy for treatment options is to consider what he would want for himself or his loved ones. He believes patients should choose a surgeon based on individual skill and expertise, rather than focusing solely on the procedure or products. He performs one-stage hairline lowering surgery, known as his "FROST surgery," which moves the entire scalp forward and removes extra forehead skin while preserving natural hair density. For accurate facial volume replacement, Dr. Aharonov uses hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, noting their advantages in "the right hands" for lower costs, greater accuracy, and easier modification compared to fat injections. He expresses concern about undertrained individuals performing filler injections.

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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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Forehead Reduction

$13,450

Above typicalTypical nationally: $7,150–$9,750 (median $8,400, 12 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Gal Aharonov

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What is Dr. Aharonov's approach to hairline lowering and forehead reduction, including his FROST surgery?
Dr. Aharonov performs a one-stage hairline lowering surgery, also known as forehead reduction or his 'FROST surgery' (FROST scalp advancement). This procedure involves moving the entire scalp forward and removing extra forehead skin, and it is distinct from hair grafting. His technique is designed to preserve natural hair density, which he considers superior to hair grafting for significant hairline lowering (2 cm or more). Indications for this surgery include congenital high or asymmetric hairlines, or when a patient is bothered by an extra forehead. Patients can expect to look reasonably normal around 6 months post-op, with results continuing to improve at one and two years.
What is sideburn correction and how does Dr. Aharonov perform it?
Dr. Aharonov performs sideburn correction by repositioning the entire sideburn and temple tuft forward. This can be done as a standalone procedure, as part of a revision facelift, or in conjunction with hairline lowering surgery. While hair grafting can also achieve sideburn correction, Dr. Aharonov offers surgical repositioning as an alternative, each method having its own set of advantages and disadvantages.
What is Dr. Aharonov's philosophy on HA fillers, and how does he use them?
Dr. Aharonov views hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers as a useful tool for accurate and precise facial volume replacement, particularly for age-related volume loss around the eyes, including the upper and lower eyelids, to create better symmetry and fullness. While no treatment is perfect, he believes filler can be the best overall option in many situations. HA fillers can last up to 6 years, though minor touch-ups may be needed over time due to continued aging. He highlights the ease of touch-ups as a significant benefit compared to fat injections, along with lower costs, greater accuracy, increased modification ability, and lower risks when administered by experienced hands. He notes that filler migration rates depend on anatomical location, filler choice, overfilling, and injection depth.
What are Dr. Aharonov's expectations for plastic surgery results and aging?
Dr. Aharonov emphasizes that nothing in plastic surgery is perfect or guaranteed. He advises patients that the goal when comparing treatments is to find the best solution with the fewest issues, rather than a perfect, problem-free outcome. Patients should also understand that even excellent aesthetic results will change over the years due to the natural process of aging.

From Dr. Gal Aharonov's Instagram

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Patient Experience

Dr. Gal Aharonov Review Summary

4.18
Dr. Aharonov has excellent reviews overall, averaging 4.2 stars out of 5. Most patients praise his professionalism, gentle approach, and ability to achieve natural-looking results. He scores especially high on Yelp, RealSelf, and Google reviews, while ratings on Healthgrades and US News Health are a bit lower.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

4.4 out of 5

Based on 58 reviews

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realself.com

4.5 out of 5

Based on 107 reviews

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health.usnews.com

4 out of 5

Based on 354 reviews

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healthgrades.com

3 out of 5

Based on 14 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.5 out of 5

Based on 26 reviews

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Dr. Gal Aharonov, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Beverly Hills, California

Main Office

150 S. RODEO DRIVE, SUITE 205, BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA 90212, Beverly Hills, California

(310) 276-1126

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $125

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 (2024)

$378

Payments

5

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Gal Aharonov received $378 across 5 payments in 2024. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, 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 ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (310) 276-1126

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

150 S. RODEO DRIVE, SUITE 205, BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA 90212

Beverly Hills, California

Office Information

Phone: (310) 276-1126

Where does Dr. Gal Aharonov practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

150 S. RODEO DRIVE, SUITE 205, BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA 90212, Beverly Hills, California

(106 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

Chicago Medical School/rosalind Franklin University Of Medicine Science

Certifications & Licenses

Double Board Certified Facial Plastic And Cosmetic Surgeon
Double Board Certified By The American Board Of Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Gal Aharonov online?
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Does Dr. Gal Aharonov offer telehealth?
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What do patients have to say about Dr. Gal Aharonov?
Patients rave about Dr. Aharonov's skills and the positive impact he's had on their lives. Many reviews mention successful forehead reduction surgeries, achieving a smaller head or lower hairline. Others highlight natural-looking results for facial procedures like fillers and facelifts, addressing age-related volume loss. Overall, patients express high satisfaction with his work, praising his professionalism and ability to boost their confidence.
What areas of care does Dr. Gal Aharonov cater to?
Dr. Aharonov specializes in facial plastic and cosmetic surgery. This includes procedures like facelifts, dermal fillers, and forehead reduction. He focuses on otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, suggesting expertise in procedures related to these areas. Dr. Aharonov expresses concern about the prevalence of undertrained or unqualified individuals performing filler injections, highlighting the importance of choosing an experienced practitioner. His personal philosophy for treatment options is to consider what he would want for himself or his loved ones.