Dr. Joe Niamtu, Cosmetic Facial Surgery

Dr. Joe Niamtu, Cosmetic Facial Surgery Cosmetic Facial Surgeon specializing in deep plane facelift and all related head and neck cosmetic procedures

Cosmetic Facial Surgeon Dr. Niamtu has 27 years' experience with facial surgery techniques to enhance the look of your face. Call (804) 934-FACE (3223) to schedule a free cosmetic facial surgery consultation to discuss how Dr. Niamtu can help you look and feel better.

09/07/2026

This is what a great Labor Day weekend looks like to me.

Enjoying quality time on the James River here in Richmond, Virginia with April, Joey and Evan. Having a boat that makes it possible for the boys to enjoy the river with us makes days like this even better.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Labor Day!

09/04/2026

10 Cosmetic Facial Surgery Textbooks Translated Worldwide! 🌎📚

I have had the privilege of spending my career advancing cosmetic facial surgery through patient care, teaching, writing, and continuing education.

I’m especially proud of the 10 cosmetic facial surgery textbooks I have authored, which have been translated internationally into Chinese, Spanish, and Russian. Seeing my work reach surgeons around the world has been one of the most rewarding parts of my career in facial plastic surgery and cosmetic surgery.

One of the greatest honors is traveling to another country and having a surgeon approach me with one of my facial surgery textbooks in their language and ask me to sign it.

I believe the best surgeons are also teachers. My commitment to continuing education, academic involvement, and surgical education reflects the importance of continually learning and sharing knowledge within the field of cosmetic facial surgery.

Surgeon. Teacher. Author.

The most beautiful results often come from addressing the delicate changes around the eyes with a carefully planned appr...
09/03/2026

The most beautiful results often come from addressing the delicate changes around the eyes with a carefully planned approach to eyelid rejuvenation.

This patient is shown before surgery and 4 months after upper and lower laser blepharoplasty with Dr. Joe Niamtu in Richmond, Virginia.

This patient's rejuvenation plan included:
✅ Upper and Lower Laser Blepharoplasty

Upper and lower blepharoplasty can address age-related changes around the eyes, including excess eyelid skin and under-eye concerns, helping create a more refreshed and rejuvenated appearance.

The 4-month before-and-after provides a look at the patient's result several months after eyelid surgery, beyond the immediate postoperative period.

The goal is a refreshed, natural-looking appearance while preserving the patient's unique facial features.

Before-and-after photography can help patients considering blepharoplasty understand the potential results of upper and lower eyelid surgery and the progression of facial rejuvenation.

09/02/2026

What does deep plane facelift recovery look like just one day after surgery?

Dr. Joe Niamtu checks in with his patient only 24 hours after facial rejuvenation surgery. His procedures included:

✅ Deep Plane Facelift
✅ Deep Neck Lift
✅ Submandibular Gland Reduction
✅ Lower Blepharoplasty with Canthopexy
✅ Full-Face CO₂ Laser Resurfacing

At his Day 1 follow-up, he reports very little discomfort and some expected tightness. He’s eating, drinking, moving around well, and already noticing a more defined chin, neck, and jawline.

This is only the beginning. Swelling and healing will continue to evolve, and every patient’s recovery experience is different.

Follow along as we document his deep plane facelift recovery and watch his results develop throughout the healing process.

Dr. Joe Niamtu | Richmond, Virginia



08/23/2026

There’s nothing quite like an evening on the James River. 🌅

A beautiful sunset, dinner on the boat, and time with my wife. This is one of my favorite ways to slow down, relax, and enjoy life.

I never get tired of this view.

08/21/2026

Facelift at a Younger Age

An earlier facelift can help address the first visible signs of aging before they become more pronounced.

Some patients choose an earlier facelift to address changes in the lower face and neck before they become more pronounced. For younger patients, the goal can be a subtle, natural-looking rejuvenation with less extensive correction.

08/17/2026

Deep plane facelift and neck lift: trend, fad, or paradigm shift?

In aesthetic surgery, techniques continue to evolve as surgeons gain more experience, refine their approach, and better understand facial anatomy.

Deep plane facelift and neck lift are sometimes described as simply the latest trend. But is that really the right way to look at it?

For many surgeons who have transitioned to the deep plane approach, it represents much more than a temporary trend. It can be a significant evolution in the way facial rejuvenation is approached.

08/14/2026

When you know it’s a home run!

A remarkable 24-hour transformation following a comprehensive facial rejuvenation procedure.

This patient underwent:
✅ Lower blepharoplasty with canthopexy
✅ Deep plane facelift
✅ Submandibular gland reduction
✅ Chin implant
✅ Full-face CO₂ laser

The goal? Addressing multiple areas of the face while maintaining a natural, balanced result!

Before → 24 hours after surgery.

Even this early, the changes are remarkable — and this is only the beginning of the healing process for our lovely client.

Individual results vary. Photos shared with patient consent.

A beautiful upper blepharoplasty transformation. Three months after surgery, she looks refreshed, more youthful, and nat...
08/13/2026

A beautiful upper blepharoplasty transformation. Three months after surgery, she looks refreshed, more youthful, and naturally rejuvenated. The result opens up the eyes and creates a brighter, more rested appearance.

08/12/2026

GLP-1 medications have changed the weight-loss landscape, and they’re also changing what we see in the face and neck.

Significant weight loss can lead to sagging skin, jowls, and loss of volume in the face and neck. As more people experience major weight loss, deep plane face and neck lift surgery is becoming increasingly relevant.

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11319 Polo Place
Midlothian, VA
23113

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 3pm

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+18049343223

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