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Dr. Michelle Lee, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Beverly Hills, California

Dr. Michelle Lee, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Beverly Hills, California
NPI: 1881836229· License: A154156 (CA) verify

10+ years of experience · self-reported

Industry payments (2024): $264 across 4 payments (what this means)
4.96(166 ratings)

Consultation $350

In Dr. Michelle Lee's own words

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

Approach

  • I believe everyone deserves to feel supported in their skin journey, especially those with acne
  • Dr. Michelle Lee believes in supporting skin health through microneedling, which causes controlled stress to the skin to promote regeneration and collagen creation.
  • Dr. Lee challenges the idea that beauty is synonymous with perfection
  • Dr. Lee offers an evidence-based perspective on how patients can make more informed decisions in an increasingly complex cosmetic landscape

Specialization

  • Hi, I'm Dr. Michelle Lee, a Boar Certified Plastic Surgeon based in Beverly Hills

Technique

  • Dr. Michelle Lee prefers traditional microneedling.
  • Dr. Michelle Lee prefers microneedling where the needles are vibrating, rather than radiofrequency microneedling.

Technology

  • I actually love broad band light, BBL, not Brazilian butt lift, but broad band light

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About

Dr. Michelle Lee, MD, is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Beverly Hills, California. Educated at Harvard and UPenn, and having appeared on E! Dr. 90210, Dr. Lee focuses her practice on optimizing aging with a blend of science and aesthetic taste. She believes facial rejuvenation is about harmony and natural appearance, challenging the idea that beauty means perfection. Dr. Lee emphasizes balance and preserving individual uniqueness, offering an evidence-based perspective. She encourages patients to consider the long-term outcome of aesthetic decisions, asking how they will look ten years from now. Thoughtful patient selection and ethical decision-making are central to her approach, recognizing when a procedure may not be the right answer, especially with unrealistic expectations. Dr. Lee highlights that skin quality often matters more than people realize and views regenerative approaches like fat grafting as shaping the future of aesthetic medicine. For facelifts, her goal is to "turn back the clock," aiming for patients to appear 10-20 years younger, refreshed, and aging gracefully while still looking like themselves, with results lasting a decade or more. She also recommends SkinPen microneedling, noting it works with the body’s biology to repair and regenerate skin.

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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. Michelle Lee 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. Below, you'll find crowdsourced data on the actual costs of surgeries performed by Dr. Michelle Lee, submitted anonymously by the patient community. Use this as a guide to better anticipate your own expenses. Please note that final costs can vary based on your specific medical needs.

Mole Removal

$1,000

About typicalTypical in Beverly Hills: $790–$2,325 (median $1,250, 4 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Michelle Lee

Sourced directly from Dr. Michelle Lee's social posts and replies.

What is the typical downtime after a deep plane facelift, necklift, and fat transfer?
Patients typically experience about 2 weeks of downtime after a deep plane facelift, necklift, and fat transfer.
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What is the long-term expectation for incision visibility after procedures like facelift and necklift?
Incisions are often barely visible by 6 months post-op and will continue to vanish over time.
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What are the benefits of undergoing cosmetic surgery at a younger age?
Undergoing cosmetic surgery at a younger age can offer several benefits, including faster recovery, thicker skin, and longer-lasting results, allowing patients to enjoy their outcomes for an extended period.
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What is Dr. Lee's advice for patients starting acne treatment?
Dr. Lee advises patients to focus on consistency, use ingredients backed by science, choose products that fit their lifestyle, and be patient as improvement does not happen overnight. She also recommends not hesitating to seek professional guidance when needed. Panoxyl products are mentioned as helpful for supporting acne-prone skin as part of a daily routine.
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What is SkinPen microneedling and what are its benefits and considerations?
Dr. Lee recommends SkinPen microneedling, noting it works with the body’s biology to repair and regenerate skin, activating its natural regeneration process. Studies show it can increase collagen production by up to 170%. It is intended to improve facial acne scars in adults of all Fitzpatrick skin types and neck wrinkles for Fitzpatrick skin types II-IV aged 22 and older. Improvements in acne scars can continue for up to six months after a series of treatments. Patients should be aware that the treatment is not suitable for everyone, and common post-treatment responses include temporary redness, tenderness, itchiness, dryness, and peeling.
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What are Dr. Lee's expectations for facelift results and longevity?
Dr. Lee states that a facelift is not a 'forever' result, as the face continues to age naturally. Its purpose is to 'turn back the clock,' with a well-performed facelift potentially making patients appear 10-20 years younger and maintaining improvements for a decade or more. The expected outcome is for patients to look refreshed, rested, and age gracefully while still looking like themselves.
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What factors influence the longevity of neurotoxin results?
The longevity of neurotoxin effects is directly correlated with the dose administered, which must be balanced with the patient's desired movement. Placement is also critical; product placed too superficially may not last as long, while neuromodulator placed close to muscle motor end plates will last longer. Dr. Lee notes that patients taking 50mg of zinc daily have been shown to have an average of 30% longer neurotoxin duration. Overall, achieving long-lasting results depends on technique and attention to small details.
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What are Dr. Lee's recommendations for optimizing post-operative recovery?
Dr. Lee recommends several strategies for optimizing post-operative recovery, including hyperbaric oxygen sessions to elevate cellular renewal and boost healing, consuming 120 grams of high-quality protein daily for nourishment, and 500 mg of vitamin C daily to boost collagen and immunity. She also suggests a high-fiber, low-sodium diet and lymphatic massage one week later to encourage drainage and reduce swelling. A healthy, optimistic mindset is also emphasized, as 'elevated healing begins with elevated thinking.'
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From Dr. Michelle Lee's Instagram

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Recent photos posted by @drmichelleleeperk, Dr. Michelle Lee's own Instagram account. Each image opens the original post on Instagram.

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Technologies & brands Dr. Michelle Lee mentions

Devices, implants, injectables and products named in Dr. Michelle Lee's own posts and videos. A mention is not an endorsement; ask the office what they currently offer.

Skincare techSkinPen · 5

Patient Experience

Dr. Michelle Lee Review Summary

4.96
Dr. Lee has consistently high ratings, averaging nearly 5 stars out of 5 across various platforms and over 50 reviews. Patients rave about her skills, natural-looking results, and kind demeanor.

Ratings from Other Platforms

sentara.com

4.9 out of 5

Based on 139 reviews

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bevhills.com

5 out of 5

Based on 193 reviews

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Dr. Michelle Lee, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Beverly Hills, California

Main Office

9777 Wilshire Boulevard, Ste. 711, Beverly Hills, California

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $350

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)

$264

Payments

4

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Michelle Lee received $264 across 4 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 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 ↗

Insurance Information

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

9777 Wilshire Boulevard, Ste. 711

Beverly Hills, California

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Office Information

Where does Dr. Michelle Lee practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

9777 Wilshire Boulevard, Ste. 711, Beverly Hills, California

(54 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

Harvard-trained
Cornell-trained

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Michelle Lee online?
It's unclear whether online appointment booking is available. It's best to contact Dr. Lee's office directly for scheduling.
Does Dr. Michelle Lee offer telehealth?
Telehealth availability is not mentioned in the provided information. Contacting the office directly is recommended for inquiries about virtual consultations.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Michelle Lee?
Patients consistently praise Dr. Lee for her exceptional skills, natural-looking results, and kind, attentive approach. Reviews highlight successful cyst and mole removals, facelifts, and other procedures. Patients appreciate her thoroughness, honesty, and the helpfulness of her staff. The overall sentiment expresses high satisfaction with both the procedures and the overall experience.
What areas of care does Dr. Michelle Lee cater to?
Dr. Lee's primary area of care is plastic surgery, with a focus on facial rejuvenation and breast surgery. She also performs procedures like cyst and mole removal, lip fillers, Brazilian butt lift revisions, and breast implant revisions. While some information suggests other medical specialties associated with the name "Michelle Lee, MD," the provided details strongly indicate that the Beverly Hills-based plastic surgeon is the primary focus. Dr. Lee offers an evidence-based perspective to help patients make informed decisions in the complex cosmetic landscape. She challenges the idea that beauty is synonymous with perfection, emphasizing that the most compelling aesthetic results come from harmony, balance, and preserving individual uniqueness. Dr. Lee believes that knowing when not to treat is crucial in modern aesthetics, and practitioners have a responsibility to recognize when a procedure may not be the right answer, especially concerning body dysmorphic tendencies and unrealistic expectations. Thoughtful patient selection and ethical decision-making are considered as important as technical skill. She also highlights that skin quality often matters more than people realize and encourages patients to consider the long-term outcome of aesthetic decisions, asking how they will look ten years from now rather than focusing solely on immediate results. Regenerative approaches like fat grafting are seen as potentially shaping the future of aesthetic medicine.