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Dr. Russell Kridel, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Houston, Texas

Dr. Russell Kridel, MD

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Houston, Texas
NPI: 1194889642· License: E5815 (TX) verify
Industry payments (2024): $21 across 1 payment (what this means)
4.49(12 ratings)

Consultation $250

In Dr. Russell Kridel's own words

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

Approach

  • But my job isn’t to perform every procedure that’s available—it’s to develop a treatment plan that aligns with each patient’s goals, priorities, comfort level, recovery, and budget
  • The practice's goal in revision rhinoplasty is not to create a different nose.
  • I think it’s just as important to explain why their incision changes over the months that follow
  • We don't do this because it makes the surgery easier, rather we do it because it helps hide the incision better in the hair and also preserve the hair tuft and the hairline so you have a more natural result

Specialization

  • Specializes in Rhinoplasty
  • Specializes in Facial Plastic Surgery
  • Specializes in Deep-Plane Facelift

Technique

  • This is what a typical facelift incision looks like and the dotted lines indicate where we go behind certain structures
  • While we can remove fat from beneath the chin and directly contour the neck during surgery

Recovery guidance

  • Many of our facelift patients ask us do you need to shave my hair for the facelift surgery? The answer is yes, but the amount of hair that we shave may be actually a lot less than you think
  • In this series, I walk through the three phases of incision healing, what you should expect during each stage, and when it’s time to contact your surgeon
  • But “low risk” doesn’t mean “no risk,” which is why we encourage our patients to begin taking short walks the day of surgery

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About

Dr. Russell Kridel is a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon practicing in Houston, Texas. He specializes in facial plastic surgery, with a focus on rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and deep-plane facelifts. Dr. Kridel believes beautiful surgery is about helping each patient become the best version of themselves, not making everyone look the same. His goal in facial rejuvenation is to restore a more youthful version of the patient while preserving their character and expressiveness, aiming for refinement rather than transformation. He emphasizes that the best surgical plan is individualized, aligning with each patient’s goals, priorities, comfort, recovery, and budget. For facelift surgery, Dr. Kridel pays meticulous attention to hair preservation and incision placement, using techniques like beveling incisions to follow follicle angles and minimizing tension on skin closure. He explains why incisions change over months to replace anxiety with confidence. In revision rhinoplasty, considered one of the most challenging operations, his goal is to restore balance, structural support, and a natural appearance, rather than creating a different nose. Dr. Kridel's commitment to patient care extends beyond clinic hours, involving answering messages, reviewing photos, and planning surgeries to ensure every detail is ready.

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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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Rhinoplasty

$15,067

Above typicalTypical in Houston: $5,800–$10,500 (median $7,500, 13 reports) compare ↗

Chin Implant

$25,000

Above typicalTypical in Texas: $2,500–$7,000 (median $3,387, 5 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Russell Kridel

Sourced directly from Dr. Russell Kridel's social posts and replies.

What can I expect during facelift recovery?
Recovery after a facelift can be more emotional than patients expect, as healing takes time. Subtle swelling may persist for months, and results will continue to refine. It's common for swelling and bruises to move, and one side of the face may heal differently than the other. Patients can also expect numbness, tingling, fatigue, and pink scars as part of the normal healing process. The overall healing trend is what matters, even if daily changes in the mirror are observed.
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Do I need to shave my hair for a facelift?
For facelift patients, Dr. Kridel trims only a narrow strip of hair around the portions of the incision that extend into the hairline. This provides necessary visibility and access during surgery while preserving as much surrounding hair as possible. Because only a small amount is trimmed, the longer surrounding hair can usually be styled to conceal the shaved areas during recovery.
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What can I expect regarding scar healing after surgery?
Every surgical incision follows a predictable healing process and is expected to change. It may become redder before it fades, firmer before it softens, and continue changing long after the skin has closed. Understanding these phases of incision healing can replace unnecessary anxiety with confidence and help patients recognize when something truly deserves attention.
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What are Dr. Kridel's recommendations for movement and activity during facelift recovery?
While rest is important, gentle movement is also crucial for healing. After an isolated facelift, the risk of developing a blood clot is very low, but not zero. Therefore, Dr. Kridel encourages patients to begin taking short walks (5–10 minutes every 1–2 hours while awake) starting the day of surgery. This helps keep blood circulating, aids lung recovery after anesthesia, reduces stiffness, and supports the body’s natural healing process. Patients should also perform ankle pumps while resting and stay hydrated, then return to resting. Recovery is about consistently doing the right things, not about doing more.
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What are the limitations for achieving a sharp jawline or neck contour?
Not every neck can look the same after surgery, as achieving a sharp, sculpted jawline depends on much more than just the facelift. A person's profile is influenced by factors such as chin projection, hyoid position, location of neck fat, and skin quality. While fat can be removed from beneath the chin and the neck directly contoured, underlying anatomy or thicker soft tissues cannot be completely changed or eliminated. Patients with a higher BMI or naturally heavier necks can still achieve beautiful, meaningful improvements, but the final result may not be as sharply defined as for someone with thinner tissues.
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Does Dr. Kridel have pre-operative recommendations for patients?
Whenever possible, Dr. Kridel encourages his patients to reach a healthy, stable goal weight before surgery.
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What specific techniques does Dr. Kridel use in revision rhinoplasty?
In revision rhinoplasty, Dr. Kridel utilizes various grafting techniques to restore structure and balance. These include composite ear cartilage grafts to lower retracted nostrils, extended unilateral spreader grafts, septal extension grafts for stable tip support, lateral crural strut grafts to reinforce collapsed nostrils, and mastoid periosteum grafts to improve tip projection and soften contour.
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What is Dr. Kridel's philosophy on surgical planning for individual patients?
Dr. Kridel believes that facial aging or disproportion is rarely caused by a single problem, and while additional procedures might enhance appearance, his job is to develop a treatment plan that aligns with each patient’s unique goals, priorities, comfort level, recovery, and budget. He emphasizes that the best surgical plan is an individualized one, not necessarily the longest one, and that every operation should be tailored to the individual because every neck is different. He uses a simple algorithm to decide which procedure or combination of procedures is right for each patient.
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From Dr. Russell Kridel's Instagram

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Technologies & brands Dr. Russell Kridel mentions

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Patient Experience

Dr. Russell Kridel Review Summary

4.45
Dr. Kridel receives stellar reviews, averaging 4.45 stars across various platforms. Patients frequently praise his technical skill and artistry, with many describing their results as life-changing.

Ratings from Other Platforms

facebook.com

5 out of 5

Based on 8 reviews

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realself.com

4.2 out of 5

Based on 18 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.6 out of 5

Based on 11 reviews

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Dr. Russell Kridel, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Houston, Texas

Facial Plastic Surgery

6655 Travis St #900, Houston, Texas

(713) 526-5665

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Consultation fee: $250

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)

$21

Payments

1

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Russell Kridel received $21 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 Vertical Pharmaceuticals, LLC.

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 ↗

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Location & Contact Information

Facial Plastic Surgery

6655 Travis St #900

Houston, Texas 77030

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Office Information

Phone: (713) 526-5665

Where does Dr. Russell Kridel practice?

Doctor's Office

Facial Plastic Surgery (Primary)

6655 Travis St #900, Houston, Texas 77030

(18 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Russell Kridel online?
The provided information doesn't specify whether online appointment booking is available. Contacting the office directly at (713) 526-5665 is recommended for scheduling.
Does Dr. Russell Kridel offer telehealth?
The provided information does not indicate whether Dr. Kridel offers telehealth services.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Russell Kridel?
Patients rave about Dr. Kridel's technical excellence, particularly in revision rhinoplasty. Many express exceeding satisfaction with their results, using terms like "life-changing" and "outstanding." Reviews highlight improvements in breathing, aesthetics, and overall confidence, covering procedures like rhinoplasty, brow lifts, and chin augmentation.
What areas of care does Dr. Russell Kridel cater to?
Dr. Kridel specializes in facial plastic surgery, with a particular focus on rhinoplasty (nose jobs), including revision rhinoplasty, and septal perforation repair. He also performs brow lifts, Botox treatments, chin augmentation, and likely other facial procedures. His research interests include cartilage grafting techniques. Dr. Kridel emphasizes that understanding the limitations of procedures, such as a facelift not creating perfection or erasing every sign of aging, is as important as understanding what they can achieve. He prioritizes patient education, explaining why incisions change over months, not just when patients are presentable, to replace anxiety with confidence. In facelift surgery, he pays meticulous attention to hair preservation and incision placement, using techniques like beveling incisions to follow follicle angles, respecting follicle direction, minimizing tension on skin closure, and judiciously using cautery to protect surrounding hair and tissue. Revision rhinoplasty is considered one of the most challenging operations, requiring rebuilding structural support, working through scar tissue, and correcting existing problems without introducing new ones. His goal in revision rhinoplasty is to restore balance, structural support, and a natural appearance, rather than creating a different nose.