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Dr. Steven M. Daines, MD, FACS - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Newport Beach, California

Dr. Steven M. Daines, MD, FACS

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Otolaryngology
Newport Beach, California
NPI: 1982876041· License: A120244 (CA) verify
Medical school: University Of California, Irvine, California College Of Medicine · Graduated 2006(~20 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2025): $136 across 6 payments (what this means)
4.76(32 ratings)

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In Dr. Steven M. Daines's own words

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Approach

  • Continuing to refine my craft, deepen my knowledge, and stay at the forefront of our industry is something I’m deeply committed to
  • Dr. Steven M. Daines' practice emphasizes the importance of proper wound care and patient communication regarding concerns.

Specialization

  • Dr. Steven M. Daines's practice uses the CO2 laser to treat fine lines, skin texture, hyperpigmentation, and acne scars.
  • Specializes in Deep Plane Facelift

Technique

  • Dr. Steven M. Daines' practice recommends CO2 laser and microneedling for many patients, if needed, to help buff out incisions and make them fade over time.
  • Dr. Steven M. Daines' practice uses a deep plane technique to ensure there is no tension on the incision lines.

Technology

  • Dr. Steven M. Daines's practice offers the CO2 laser as one of their most powerful skin resurfacing treatments.

Consultation

  • Dr. Steven M. Daines emphasizes the importance of regular routine follow-ups to guide patients through the healing process, help them understand what is normal, and find ways to improve and speed up their recovery.

Recovery guidance

  • Dr. Steven M. Daines's practice expects about five to seven days of downtime for the CO2 laser procedure.

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About

Dr. Steven M. Daines, MD, FACS, is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon practicing in Newport Beach, California. He specializes in facial rejuvenation, including Deep Plane Facelift, Rhinoplasty, and Eyelid Surgery. Dr. Daines is deeply committed to refining his craft, deepening his knowledge, and staying at the forefront of the aesthetic industry. He finds training other injectors to be one of the most rewarding parts of his career, enjoying sharing knowledge and helping providers grow in skill and confidence as an AMI trainer. Recognized as an OCMA Physician of Excellence and an Orange County Top Doctor for ten consecutive years, Dr. Daines' practice strongly prefers CO2 laser for skin treatments, utilizing it for resurfacing, improving texture, and overall skin rejuvenation. He emphasizes that great facelift results require time, with proper technique, aftercare, and follow-up all playing a role in beautiful scar healing.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Facial 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. Steven M. Daines, 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

Juvederm

$499

1 patient report · 2017

About typicalTypical in Newport Beach: $487–$622 (median $536, 8 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Steven M. Daines

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How long does it take to see good facelift results?
Achieving good facelift results requires time, as the healing process unfolds.
What are Dr. Daines' notable professional recognitions?
Dr. Daines has been recognized as an OCMA Physician of Excellence (2017-2026) and has been named an Orange County Top Doctor for ten consecutive years.
What factors contribute to great facelift results beyond the surgery?
Great facelift results are not solely determined by the surgery itself; proper technique, aftercare, and follow-up all play a crucial role in helping scars heal beautifully and achieving the best outcome.

From Dr. Steven M. Daines's Instagram

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Patient Experience

Dr. Steven M. Daines Review Summary

4.8
Dr. Daines receives outstanding ratings across multiple platforms. He boasts a perfect 5.0 from 19 patient reviews, a near-perfect 4.7 out of 5 on both Yelp and Healthgrades, and a 5 out of 5 on RealSelf. This consistently high praise speaks volumes about the quality of care he provides.

Ratings from Other Platforms

yelp.com

4.7 out of 5

Based on 63 reviews

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realself.com

5 out of 5

Based on 19 reviews

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healthgrades.com

4.7 out of 5

Based on 15 reviews

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Dr. Steven M. Daines, MD, FACS - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Newport Beach, California

Main Office

240 Newport Center Dr. #105, Newport Beach, California

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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)

$136

Payments

6

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Steven M. Daines received $136 across 6 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 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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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

240 Newport Center Dr. #105

Newport Beach, California 92660

Office Information

Where does Dr. Steven M. Daines practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

240 Newport Center Dr. #105, Newport Beach, California 92660

(19 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

Hospital affiliations unknown

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Education & Experience

Education

University Of California

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Double Board Certified
Facs
Ocma Physician Of Excellence 2017-2024

Frequently Asked Questions

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What do patients have to say about Dr. Steven M. Daines?
Patients rave about Dr. Daines' skills and results, describing him as a 'miracle worker' and 'artist for faces.' They express high satisfaction with facelifts, rhinoplasties, and lip enhancements, noting a refreshed, younger appearance and increased definition. Even consultations are praised as excellent experiences.
What areas of care does Dr. Steven M. Daines cater to?
Dr. Daines specializes in facial plastic surgery, with a focus on facial rejuvenation. His areas of expertise include facelifts (including deep plane and lower facelifts), neck lifts, rhinoplasty (including revision rhinoplasty), eyelid surgery, chin implants, and non-surgical enhancements like Juvederm. The practice strongly prefers CO2 laser for skin treatments, utilizing it for skin resurfacing, improving texture, and overall skin rejuvenation.