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Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Newport Beach, California

Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Newport Beach, California
NPI: 1891723342· License: G86540 (CA) verify
Industry payments (2024): $148 across 1 payment (what this means)
4.67(191 ratings)

Consultation $50

In Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise's own words

How Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • When calling our office feels more like catching up with your bestie
  • Because the best surgery is invisible and conversational distance
  • Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise, MD's practice is not the place to go for a 'done look'.

Specialization

  • Procedures performed: • Facelift • Neck Lift • Temple Lift • Fat Transfer
  • Specializes in deep plane facelift.
  • Dr. Cruise specializes in Male Plastic Surgery.

Technique

  • Dr. Joseph Cruise is known for advanced surgical precision.

Training & credentials

  • Dr. Joseph Cruise is a board-certified plastic surgeon.

Consultation

  • If you want a real conversation about where you are and what would actually help, the link in my bio is the place to start
  • Virginia is the primary contact for consultations.

Results

  • But if you want to look natural, refreshed, like you just had a really good holiday, that is what he does every single time
  • Dr. Cruise aims to create elegant, confidence-restoring transformations.

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About

Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise, MD is a board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Newport Beach, California. With over 20 years of aesthetic surgical experience, Dr. Cruise specializes in Deep Plane Facelift, Gynecomastia, Male Plastic Surgery, Facial Rejuvenation, Body Contouring, Mommy Makeover, and Rhinoplasty. He focuses on cosmetic plastic surgery for the face, body, breast, and chest, aiming to improve confidence and quality of life. Dr. Cruise is known for refined, natural-looking results, combining artistry with advanced surgical precision. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans designed to enhance natural beauty and preserve individual identity. His philosophy is that subtle changes can make a beautiful difference, and looking refreshed should never mean looking different. He engages in honest conversations with patients about balance and natural results, ensuring modern facial rejuvenation is never overdone or obvious. The practice prioritizes patients, providing clear communication and an experience where calling the office feels like catching up with a close friend.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Procedure details

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Average Cost of Surgery

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Gynecomastia Surgery

$11,600

About typicalTypical in California: $7,501–$11,600 (median $8,000, 5 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise

Sourced directly from Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise's social posts and replies.

What is Dr. Cruise's philosophy on patient selection for facelifts?
Dr. Cruise does not produce a 'done look' in his facelift procedures. If a patient desires an 'overdone' appearance, he will inform them that he is not the appropriate surgeon for their goals, as his focus is on natural, refreshed results.
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What are the goals of Otoplasty and what is the typical recovery timeline?
Otoplasty is designed to create a more balanced appearance while maintaining the natural shape and character of the ears. At 2 weeks post-op, the healing process is still early, but patients can already see a noticeable improvement in the position and prominence of their ears.
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What are the key factors contributing to facial aging, and how important is sun protection?
UV damage to the skin is cumulative, and the majority of visible facial aging results from sun exposure without protection. Therefore, sun protection is considered non-negotiable for preventing facial aging. Additionally, repeated weight loss and gain stretches facial skin and accelerates sagging, while cortisol (elevated due to chronic stress and poor sleep) breaks down collagen, with these effects often showing up in the face first.
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What is Dr. Cruise's philosophy on facial fillers and potential risks?
Dr. Cruise believes that wrong placement or too much filler over time can distort facial anatomy, making faces look heavier, not better. His approach avoids over-treatment to ensure natural and aesthetically pleasing results.
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How important is the timing of addressing structural facial changes?
The timing of addressing structural facial changes matters more than most people realize. The longer these changes go unaddressed, the less natural the correction will be.
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Who assists patients during the consultation process at Cruise Plastic Surgery?
Virginia, the Patient Care Coordinator, is the primary contact for consultations. She assists patients in navigating their surgical options and answers questions, representing the initial stage of a patient's surgical journey. Stephanie, the Director of Operations, also ensures patients feel comfortable, informed, and taken care of from their first questions through every step of their journey.
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What does a 'Total Facial Rejuvenation' entail, and what are the recovery expectations?
A total facial rejuvenation can include a combination of procedures such as lower facelift, neck lift, fat transfer to cheeks, temples, and submalar region, temple lift, upper eyelid skin pinch, and rhinoplasty. If a patient is healthy, slender, and has relatively mild concerns, all these procedures can be safely performed at one time, resulting in one surgery and one recovery. Results will continue to refine as healing progresses beyond the initial 2.5 months post-op.
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When is Gynecomastia surgery indicated, and what are its benefits?
Gynecomastia surgery is indicated for patients who struggle with excess breast tissue that cannot be resolved through diet and exercise alone. The surgery helps reveal the chest contour patients have worked hard to achieve, providing results that match their dedication.
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From Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise's Instagram

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Patient Experience

Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise Review Summary

4.68
Dr. Cruise has excellent ratings, averaging 4.7 out of 5 stars from 126 reviews. Patients consistently praise his expertise and results, with additional ratings on platforms like Yelp and Google confirming his high standing.

Ratings from Other Platforms

m.yelp.com

4.6 out of 5

Based on 247 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.8 out of 5

Based on 135 reviews

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Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Newport Beach, California

Cruise Plastic Surgery

2081 San Joaquin Hills Rd, Newport Beach, California

(949) 644-4808

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Consultation fee: $50

Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

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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 (2024)

$148

Payments

1

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise received $148 across 1 payment 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 Acera Surgical, 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: (949) 644-4808

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Location & Contact Information

Cruise Plastic Surgery

2081 San Joaquin Hills Rd

Newport Beach, California 92660

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Office Information

Phone: (949) 644-4808

Where does Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise practice?

Doctor's Office

Cruise Plastic Surgery (Primary)

2081 San Joaquin Hills Rd, Newport Beach, California 92660

(126 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

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What do patients have to say about Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise?
Patients rave about Dr. Cruise's skill, professionalism, and comforting demeanor. They highlight positive experiences with procedures like gynecomastia surgery, tummy tucks, liposuction, and BBLs, emphasizing minimal pain, easy recovery, and life-changing results. Many consider his facility top-notch and wouldn't go anywhere else.
What areas of care does Dr. Joseph Thomas Cruise cater to?
Dr. Cruise specializes in cosmetic plastic surgery, encompassing facial plastic surgery (like facelifts), breast procedures (such as augmentation and lifts with implants), body contouring (including tummy tucks and liposuction), and gynecomastia surgery. He focuses on face, body, breast, and chest procedures to improve confidence and quality of life. He emphasizes personalized treatment plans designed to enhance natural beauty and preserve individual identity. Dr. Cruise specializes in Male Plastic Surgery. He engages in honest conversations with patients about balance and natural results, believing modern facial rejuvenation should not be overdone or obvious. He adheres to a philosophy that subtle changes can make a beautiful difference, and looking refreshed should never mean looking different. The practice prioritizes patients, aiming to provide exceptional care, clear communication, and an experience that leaves every patient feeling confident in their decision, from consultation through recovery. The practice strives for a patient experience that feels like catching up with a close friend when calling the office.