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Dr. Rick J. Smith, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in East Lansing, Michigan

Dr. Rick J. Smith, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

East Lansing, Michigan
NPI: 1104934603· License: 4301051137 (MI) verify
Industry payments (2025): $172 across 8 payments (what this means)
1(1 ratings)

Consultation $75

In Dr. Rick J. Smith's own words

How Dr. Rick J. Smith describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • The practice's team is intentional with each patient.
  • The practice has an experienced injector team.
  • The practice's team is honest about what will work best for patients to achieve a balanced and refreshed look.
  • The practice believes that the best aesthetic results are achieved when expert skincare and aesthetic treatments are combined.

Specialization

  • Offers BBL HEROic and MOXI laser treatments.
  • Specializes in Plastic Surgery.
  • Offers treatments including Botox, Juvederm, Restylane, and Dysport.
  • Offers esthetician and laser specialist services.

Technique

  • The practice believes that using more product is not always better for achieving aesthetic transformations.

Results

  • The practice aims to help patients achieve natural-looking results.

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About

Dr. Rick J. Smith, MD, is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in East Lansing, Michigan. He has continuously held his board certification since 1995, meeting ongoing requirements to stay current on standards, safety protocols, and surgical techniques. Dr. Smith and his team prioritize patient safety above aesthetic results. They believe that using more product is not always better for aesthetic transformations; instead, skilled technique and understanding facial anatomy are paramount. The practice takes an intentional approach with each patient, offering honest guidance on what will best achieve a balanced and refreshed look. They aim for natural-looking results tailored to individual aesthetic goals, creating personalized treatment plans that combine expert skincare and aesthetic treatments. For filler treatments, they space appointments to observe how the product settles, evaluate results from every angle, and determine if additional filler is truly needed. The practice offers a range of cosmetic plastic surgery procedures, alongside non-surgical treatments such as Botox, Juvederm, Restylane, and Dysport. Their experienced team, including injectors Erin, RN, and Lisa Allen, RN, and esthetician Jennifer, also provides laser specialist services with treatments like BBL HEROic and MOXI.

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Patient Reviews

1/5
Jul 15, 2026

I had a rhinoplasty performed by Dr Rick Smith 18 years ago, I was never happy. He left my crooked when I went back to complain he blew me off. I have since had to have it redone as my airways had collapsed and was told by several Doctors abroad who butchered your nose? My nose had to be broken and rebuilt with bone and cartilage from a cadavers rib. I would definitely get several consultations before assigning one doctor. I have plenty of pictures but can’t upload to this site.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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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. Rick J. Smith, 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

$4,640

1 patient report · 2015

Below typicalTypical in East Lansing: $6,500–$7,000 (median $6,501, 5 reports) compare ↗

Breast Reduction

$5,900

Average of 2 patient reports · 2012–2018

Below typicalTypical in East Lansing: $7,600–$10,858 (median $9,500, 11 reports) compare ↗

Breast Lift With Implants

$8,353

1 patient report · 2017

Below typicalTypical in East Lansing: $8,505–$10,000 (median $9,485, 9 reports) compare ↗

Tummy Tuck

$11,000

1 patient report · 2016

About typicalTypical in East Lansing: $6,900–$11,500 (median $8,500, 19 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Rick J. Smith

Sourced directly from Dr. Rick J. Smith's social posts and replies.

Are there any current promotions on Restylane products?
The practice is currently offering a 'Buy One Get One 50% Off' promotion on Restylane® products, valid through August 31st.
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Are there special discounts for MSU affiliates?
MSU students, staff, and faculty are eligible to save $50 off any service costing $250 or more, specifically for services provided by Jennifer, Lisa, or Erin. This offer is available from August 24 to September 6.
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What can BBL HEROic® treatments address?
BBL HEROic® can be an effective tool for managing the visible signs of rosacea, reducing redness, and improving the appearance of visible vessels for a more even-looking complexion. It is important to note that BBL HEROic is not a cure for rosacea, which is a chronic condition, and results vary per person. Treatments can help manage symptoms and maintain clearer-looking skin over time.
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What skin treatments are offered with promotions?
The practice offers a DiamondGlow treatment that includes a complimentary Dermaplane, or a ZO Stimulator Peel with a complimentary Dermaplane. These are recommended for an end-of-summer skin refresh. The complimentary dermaplane add-on is only valid for appointments booked this week or next week.
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What is the practice's approach to filler treatments?
The practice often spaces filler appointments to observe how the product settles, evaluate results from every angle, and determine if additional filler is truly needed. This approach ensures a balanced and refreshed look, as more filler doesn’t always mean a better result. For example, a chin enhancement shown was achieved over two appointments using two syringes of Voluma total to enhance the patient’s chin and create a more balanced profile.
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What are the benefits of Juvederm treatments?
Juvederm can be used to soften marionette lines and restore volume to create a more lifted and balanced facial contour. Typically, two syringes of Juvederm are used for such results.
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What should patients know about surgeon qualifications and selection?
Not all individuals who identify as 'cosmetic surgeons' hold board certification as plastic surgeons. The practice strongly advises patients to conduct thorough research, schedule consultations, and ask pertinent questions before selecting a surgeon. Dr. Rick Smith has continuously held his board certification since 1995, meeting ongoing requirements to stay updated on current standards, safety protocols, and surgical techniques.
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From Dr. Rick J. Smith's Instagram

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Technologies & brands Dr. Rick J. Smith mentions

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

InjectablesRestylane · 5Juvederm · 3DysportBotox
Skincare techDiamondGlow
LasersMoxi
Dr. Rick J. Smith, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in East Lansing, Michigan

Main Office

1504 E Grand River Ave #100, East Lansing, Michigan

(517) 908-3040

Book a Service Consultation

Consultation fee: $75

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 (2025)

$172

Payments

8

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Rick J. Smith received $172 across 8 payments in 2025. 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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Phone: (517) 908-3040

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

1504 E Grand River Ave #100

East Lansing, Michigan 48823

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Office Information

Phone: (517) 908-3040

Where does Dr. Rick J. Smith practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

1504 E Grand River Ave #100, East Lansing, Michigan 48823

(10 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

Michigan State University

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Rick J. Smith online?
Yes, it appears you can book an appointment online with Dr. Smith according to the provided information.
Does Dr. Rick J. Smith offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't mention telehealth services. It's best to contact the office directly to inquire about telehealth options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Rick J. Smith?
Patient reviews range from highly positive, describing amazing results and uplifting experiences, to extremely negative, with some patients expressing dissatisfaction and even claiming their face was "ruined." Several reviews mention specific procedures like breast lifts, tummy tucks, and explant surgeries. Some prospective patients express pre-procedure anxieties about results and sizing.
What areas of care does Dr. Rick J. Smith cater to?
Dr. Smith specializes in cosmetic plastic surgery, offering procedures such as breast augmentation, breast reduction, breast lift, tummy tuck, rhinoplasty, brow lift, and septoplasty. He practices in East Lansing, Michigan, and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including McLaren Greater Lansing. The practice also offers a range of non-surgical treatments including Botox, Juvederm, Restylane, and Dysport, alongside esthetician and laser specialist services. Specific laser treatments offered include BBL HEROic and MOXI. A key belief in aesthetic transformations is that using more product is not always better; instead, skilled technique and understanding facial anatomy are paramount. For example, injector Erin, RN, has achieved significant definition, balance, and fullness with less product than might be expected, such as with one syringe of Restylane Kysse.