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Dr. R. Brannon Claytor, MD, FACS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

Dr. R. Brannon Claytor, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Plastic SurgerySurgery, Surgery of the Hand
Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
NPI: 1114035995· License: MD443747 (PA) verify

21+ years of experience · self-reported

Industry payments (2025): $864 across 23 payments (what this means)
4.88(74 ratings)

In Dr. R. Brannon Claytor's own words

How Dr. R. Brannon Claytor describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • Dr. R. Brannon Claytor's practice is starting a clinical trial at Clear Plastic Surgery.
  • For a "sophisticated" look, Dr. R. Brannon Claytor's practice uses a softer approach with less volume in the cheek area.
  • Dr. R. Brannon Claytor's practice turns to the deep plane facelift for a more durable result.

Specialization

  • Specializes in Drainless Tummy Tuck
  • Specializes in Endoscopic & Deep Plane Facelifts

Technique

  • Dr. R. Brannon Claytor's practice performs collagen-boosting treatments by stacking Softwave with Avava.
  • During deep plane facelifts, I release the retaining ligaments in the face, elevate the SMAS vertically, and tighten the platysma muscles in the neck

Safety

  • Dr. R. Brannon Claytor's practice works hard to protect and maintain facial nerves and retaining ligaments during a deep plane facelift.
  • The doctor performs all facelifts under local anesthesia.

Results

  • I have found that deep plane facelifts maintain longer lasting, more durable results than SMAS plications
  • Dr. R. Brannon Claytor's practice claims their duo stack treatment of Softwave and Avava can produce a "sought-after snatch look."
  • Dr. R. Brannon Claytor's deep plane facelift technique aims to create a beautiful jawline.

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About

Dr. R. Brannon Claytor is a double board-certified plastic surgeon practicing in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, and serves as Chief of Plastic Surgery at MLH. He specializes in cosmetic plastic surgery, including Endoscopic and Deep Plane Facelifts, and Drainless Tummy Tucks. Dr. Claytor performs facelifts under local awake anesthesia, which he states allows patients to communicate during the procedure, ultimately reducing post-operative pain and recovery time. His deep plane facelift technique involves releasing retaining ligaments, vertically elevating the SMAS and skin as a composite flap to minimize bruising and increase longevity, and often partially resecting the submandibular gland for a sharp, contoured jawline. He has published research examining his deep plane facelift patients treated under tumescent local anesthesia. For injectables, the practice commonly observes patient archetypes like the "bombshell," "sophisticate," and "purist" (younger patients seeking "prejuvenation"). Treatment plans are always tailored to individual patient goals and anatomy, emphasizing open discussion with the injector. The practice offers non-invasive treatments such as Sofwave, which uses ultrasound and EMS to lift, firm, and tighten skin by stimulating collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. They also provide AVAVA Laser Treatment, a precision-driven skin renewal solution using "Martini Glass" technology to target fine lines, acne scars, and uneven texture, safe for all skin tones. Combining Sofwave and AVAVA is considered an ultimate collagen-boosting approach.

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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

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. R. Brannon Claytor, 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

Breast Lift

$10,500

1 patient report · 2023

Above typicalTypical in Bryn Mawr: $7,390–$10,123 (median $8,734, 4 reports) compare ↗

Tummy Tuck

$18,900

1 patient report · 2023

Above typicalTypical in Bryn Mawr: $7,138–$14,300 (median $10,000, 11 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. R. Brannon Claytor

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What is Dr. Claytor's approach to anesthesia for facelifts?
Dr. Claytor performs all facelifts under tumescent local (awake) anesthesia. This approach ensures a comfortable environment and allows patients to communicate any pain during the procedure, which the team immediately addresses. This active pain management during surgery ultimately reduces post-operative pain and shortens recovery time.
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What are Dr. Claytor's treatment options for tear troughs?
Treatment for tear troughs is highly individualized, depending on severity and patient anatomy. Options range from subtle filler for minor cases to lower blepharoplasty with fat transposition for prominent tear troughs with bulging fat pads. If more volume is needed or fat pads are absent, fat transfer from another body part may be recommended. For bone-deep issues requiring facial skeleton augmentation, a silicone implant combined with fat transfer is an option.
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What is the difference between a Deep Plane Facelift and a SMAS Plication?
While both procedures use similar incisions, they are fundamentally different. In a SMAS plication, the skin is fully separated to visualize and 'pinch' the SMAS with sutures, then excess skin is removed. In contrast, a deep plane facelift keeps the SMAS and skin attached as a composite flap, dissecting beneath the SMAS to release retaining ligaments and elevate the entire unit. This approach minimizes bruising and increases the longevity of results by preserving blood supply and nerve connections. Dr. Claytor finds deep plane facelifts yield longer-lasting, more durable, and natural-looking rejuvenated results, often including addressing platysma muscles and resecting a portion of the submandibular gland for a sharp jawline.
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From Dr. R. Brannon Claytor's Instagram

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Technologies & brands Dr. R. Brannon Claytor mentions

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

Skin tighteningSofwave · 3

Patient Experience

Dr. R. Brannon Claytor Review Summary

4.82
Dr. Claytor has an exceptional average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, compiled from 173 reviews and ratings across multiple platforms. Patients consistently praise his skill and results.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

4.6 out of 5

Based on 9 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.9 out of 5

Based on 138 reviews

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Dr. R. Brannon Claytor, MD, FACS - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

Main Office

135 S Bryn Mawr Ave Suite 300, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania

(610) 527-4833

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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)

$864

Payments

23

Compared to peers

Modest

Dr. R. Brannon Claytor received $864 across 23 payments in 2025. That is higher than about 57% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. 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: (610) 527-4833

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

135 S Bryn Mawr Ave Suite 300

Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania 19010

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Office Information

Phone: (610) 527-4833

Where does Dr. R. Brannon Claytor practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

135 S Bryn Mawr Ave Suite 300, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania 19010

(173 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Facs
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. R. Brannon Claytor online?
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Does Dr. R. Brannon Claytor offer telehealth?
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What do patients have to say about Dr. R. Brannon Claytor?
Patients rave about Dr. Claytor's transformative results, with many feeling rejuvenated and significantly younger. They highlight his skill in procedures like tummy tucks and arm/thigh lifts, leading to increased confidence and life-changing experiences. The overall sentiment expresses high satisfaction with both the surgical outcomes and the compassionate, attentive care provided by Dr. Claytor and his team.
What areas of care does Dr. R. Brannon Claytor cater to?
Dr. Claytor specializes in cosmetic plastic surgery, focusing on breast, body, and facial procedures. His expertise includes deep plane facelifts, drainless tummy tucks, advanced scar care, biologics, CO2 laser treatments, and MyEllevate. He also has experience in other cosmetic procedures such as neck lifts, arm lifts, breast lifts, breast augmentation, and body lifts. Dr. Claytor specializes in advanced facial procedures, including both Endoscopic and Deep Plane Facelifts. The practice recognizes diverse aesthetic goals, categorizing common patient archetypes as 'bombshell' (seeking a 'frozen look' with brow elevation via toxin), 'sophisticate' (preferring a softer approach to cheeks and a full-face neurotoxin layer), and 'purist' (often younger patients seeking 'prejuvenation' to proactively prevent wrinkles with soft amounts of toxin, filler, and medical-grade skincare devices like Sofwave and Avava). Treatment plans are always tailored to individual patient goals and anatomy, emphasizing open discussion with the injector. The practice offers AVAVA Laser Treatment, a precision-driven skin renewal solution using Focal Point ('Martini Glass') technology. It delivers V-shaped energy beneath the skin's surface to target specific areas without damaging surrounding tissue. Safe for all skin tones and Fitzpatrick types, it can be used on the face and body to achieve tighter, smoother, healthier skin, addressing fine lines, acne scars, and uneven texture. Sofwave is a non-invasive treatment utilizing ultrasound and EMS technology to lift, firm, and tighten skin by stimulating collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid. It effectively targets fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, and other signs of aging. With no downtime, it's considered an ideal 'lunch break' treatment, safe for all skin types and usable any time of year. For enhanced results, combining Sofwave and AVAVA treatments is considered the ultimate collagen-boosting approach, ensuring a rejuvenated, youthful appearance by improving texture and tightening the skin.