D. Glynn Bolitho MD PhD

Directions Website

D. Glynn Bolitho MD PhD Dr. Bolitho was voted "Top Doctor" in San Diego Magazine in 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. He was named

Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., selected Dr. Bolitho as a “Top Doctor” in 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. Regionally, Dr. Bolitho’s peers at the San Diego County Medical Society chose him as “Top Doctor” for a total of four consecutive years. Each year, this announcement is published in a special edition of San Diego Magazine. Dr. Bolitho is humbled by the fact that his colleagues recognize his medical contributions. Dr. Bolitho has practiced cosmetic surgery for more than 20 years. He describes this field of medicine as one which affords patients an array of options they never thought possible through cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries. Dr. Bolitho completed his plastic surgery fellowship training at Emory University in Atlanta. After leaving his full time faculty position at Emory, he opened the doors to his La Jolla private practice in 2000. Serving as the current Chief of Plastic Surgery at Scripps Memorial Hospital, La Jolla, Dr. Bolitho also fulfills a non-salaried appointment as Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery at the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Bolitho is an active member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons. Adjacent to Dr. Bolitho’s medical practice located at the Scripps Memorial La Jolla campus is his private operating suite, accredited by the American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities. In addition to surgical procedures, Dr. Bolitho’s office is committed to providing a range of non-operative facial rejuvenation services such as fillers, skin resurfacing and laser treatments.

This 60-year-old patient's plan involved several procedures working together: a deep plane face and neck lift, fat graft...
10/15/2026

This 60-year-old patient's plan involved several procedures working together: a deep plane face and neck lift, fat grafting to the cheeks, a temporal brow lift, upper and lower lip composite grafts, and fractional CO2 laser resurfacing, each addressing a different part of how the face ages.

The deep plane lift restores the underlying foundation. Fat grafting replenishes volume that's been lost over time. The temporal brow lift gently opens and lifts the upper face. The lip composite grafts restore fullness to one of the more age-telling features. And the CO2 laser refines skin texture and tone, rounding out the plan at the skin level.

Swipe to see all angles. ➡️

Considering facial rejuvenation? Visit the link below to schedule your consultation.

https://bit.ly/3ZfSGoa

10/13/2026

This is exactly the experience we strive to create every single day.

"Dr. B was very patient and kind and took a lot of time to explain things, show me examples and answer all my questions. It was evident that he loves what he does!"

When a patient can feel the passion and dedication behind the work, that means everything. From the very first consultation, our goal is always the same: to ensure every patient feels genuinely heard, expertly guided, and completely at ease.

To learn more or schedule your consultation, visit the link below.

https://bit.ly/3ZfSGoa

Facial rejuvenation works best when every layer is considered, not just the ones that are easiest to address.For this 60...
10/08/2026

Facial rejuvenation works best when every layer is considered, not just the ones that are easiest to address.

For this 60-year-old patient, that meant combining a deep plane face and neck lift, fat grafting to the cheeks, a lip lift, and an upper lip fascial graft, each targeting a different part of how the face ages.

The upper lip is one of the most telling signs of aging, and one of the most often overlooked. Here, it was treated with the same intention as the rest of the plan.
Swipe to see her results. ➡️

To talk through what a personalized approach could look like for you, schedule a consultation through the link below.

https://bit.ly/3ZfSGoa

10/06/2026

Even surgeons need time away from the OR now and then. A few weeks ago, I stepped away for a trip that turned out to be one of the most meaningful I've taken. 🌍

Reporting from the northern reaches of KwaZulu-Natal, near the Mozambique border, I witnessed one of the most remarkable conservation success stories I have ever encountered. Vast tracts of farmland are being transformed back into native African wilderness, with elephant, lion, rhino, and cheetah reintroduced, all in partnership with the local communities who are at the heart of everything here.

The rhino population in this reserve has grown so significantly that rhinos are now being exported to other parts of Africa. We were also fortunate enough to witness a rhino dehorning procedure, a difficult but proven compromise that has all but eliminated poaching in this area.

In a world where conservation news can feel discouraging, this was a reminder that remarkable things are still possible. 🤍

At 61, this patient wanted her face to reflect the youthful energy she feels day to day. We approached that with a deep ...
09/29/2026

At 61, this patient wanted her face to reflect the youthful energy she feels day to day. We approached that with a deep plane face and neck lift, fat grafting to the cheeks and temporal fossae, and IPL laser, addressing structure, volume, and skin quality together rather than in isolation.

That's really the advantage of a comprehensive approach. Each element does its own work, but combined, they support a result that reads as balanced rather than "over done."

Swipe to see her results. ➡️

To learn more about the deep plane facelift and how a personalized combination of procedures might apply to you, schedule a consultation through the link below.

https://bit.ly/3ZfSGoa

This , we're shining a light on one of the most overlooked aspects of eye health... your eyelids. 👁️Drooping lids, unde...
09/24/2026

This , we're shining a light on one of the most overlooked aspects of eye health... your eyelids. 👁️

Drooping lids, under-eye bags, and that perpetually tired look aren't just cosmetic concerns - they can affect your vision, your confidence, and the way the world sees you. Swipe to discover five telltale signs it may be time to explore a blepharoplasty procedure.

With decades of experience in eyelid surgery, I take a personalized, precise approach to every procedure, restoring a refreshed, natural-looking result that feels authentic to you.

To learn more or schedule your consultation, visit the link below.

https://bit.ly/3ZfSGoa

Sixty-five and absolutely radiant. This patient's transformation began with a face and neck lift, thoughtfully combined ...
09/22/2026

Sixty-five and absolutely radiant.

This patient's transformation began with a face and neck lift, thoughtfully combined with fat grafting to the cheeks and postoperative skin resurfacing. The lift redefines the jawline and neck. The fat grafting restores the soft, youthful volume that gradually disappears with age. And the skin resurfacing elevates the final result, refining texture and revealing a luminosity that ties everything together beautifully.

Swipe to see her full transformation. ➡️

To explore your own facial rejuvenation journey, schedule your consultation through the link below.

https://bit.ly/3ZfSGoa

09/17/2026

A question that comes up often in consultations: what's the difference between facial fillers and fat grafting?

Both have their place, and the right choice depends entirely on the individual. Fillers are a wonderful option for targeted, discrete volume in a specific area. Fat grafting, on the other hand, allows us to achieve a more diffused, uniform improvement across the face, often resulting in a softer, more naturally integrated outcome.

Because fat is used in abundance and placed with precision, the result tends to feel less like a treatment and more like your own face, simply restored.

Curious which approach is right for you? Schedule your consultation through the link below.

https://bit.ly/3ZfSGoa

This is what happens when surgical precision meets artistic vision. For this 72-year-old patient, a face and neck lift w...
09/15/2026

This is what happens when surgical precision meets artistic vision.

For this 72-year-old patient, a face and neck lift was thoughtfully paired with fat grafting to the cheeks and laser resurfacing, each element working together to restore what time has gradually taken. Structure. Volume. Skin quality. Address all three, and the result is something truly remarkable.

Swipe to see all angles. ➡️

Considering facial rejuvenation? Visit the link below to schedule your consultation.

https://bit.ly/3ZfSGoa

09/10/2026

Under-eye bags are one of the most common concerns we hear in consultations and one of the most beautifully addressable.

For younger patients with youthful skin elasticity, transconjunctival blepharoplasty offers a remarkably elegant solution. The procedure is performed through the inner lining of the eyelid itself, redistributing the lower lid fat pocket to soften the tear trough with no external incision and no visible scarring.

Combined with fat grafting to the cheeks, the result is a lower lid that appears shorter, more supported, and genuinely refreshed - the way a well-rested eye naturally looks.

Curious whether this approach is right for you? Schedule your consultation through the link below.

https://bit.ly/3ZfSGoa

Address

9834 Genesee Avenue # 328 Consulting Suite #311 Surgery Suite
San Diego, CA
92037

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when D. Glynn Bolitho MD PhD posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Sponsored

Share

Category