Dr. Theo Gerstle MD
Plastic Surgeon
166 Pasadena Dr 100 Lexington KY, 40503Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Theo Gerstle is a Plastic Surgeon located in Kentucky. Lexington Plastic Surgery brings world class results to the Bluegrass. Our areas of expertise include facelift, necklift, rhinoplasty, body contouring and breast surgery. We look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your goals. You will receive excellent care in our new, state of the art, AAAASF Certified Surgery Center located adjacent to our offices.
Education and Training
University of Louisville
Board Certification
American Board of Plastic Surgery
Provider Details
Dr. Theo Gerstle MD's Expert Contributions
How many times can you get a face lift?
Every 10-12 years is typical. READ MORE
Does plastic surgery of the hands make you look younger?
Structural fat grafting can greatly improve the aging appearance of hands. Retin-A or a chemical peel can offer minor improvement as well. READ MORE
How do you remove sun spots on hands?
Hydroquinone cream applied twice daily. READ MORE
Is facial plastic surgery painful?
Typically, facial aesthetic procedures are painful for 1-2 days. Most patients rate that pain as a 3/10. READ MORE
Is there a way to remove stretch marks?
Surgical excision, microneedling, fractional laser, and plasma pen are all modalities that we use to treat stretch marks and minimize their appearance. READ MORE
Is it safe to have a nose job in the summer?
Yes it is safe and you are at no higher risk of infection. READ MORE
Is liposuction safe?
Risks include bruising, infection, asymmetry, contour irregularities, and need for revision. READ MORE
What can you do after eyelid surgery?
Take it easy for the first 5 days. After suture Removal, your surgeon will slowly release you to increase your activity level. READ MORE
How long does a facelift last?
A good facelift will last 10-12 years READ MORE
What should I do if my eyelid is drooping?
There are many causes of eyelid droop. The best plan is to identify the etiology. READ MORE
Is a breast enlargement safe?
Yes. READ MORE
What is the best hair transplant method?
I prefer using minigrafts and micrografts with 1-3 follicular units transferred at a time. These should be oriented to match the direction and distribution of normal/predicted scalp hair pattern. This method restores hair as naturally as possible, but is time-consuming and requires a team-approach. Our goal is to restore the male hairline in 1-3 sessions. READ MORE
How long after blepharoplasty do you see results?
Sutures are removed following blepharoplasty in 5-7 days and you should see results at that point. Slight swelling will continue to reduce over the second week. By two weeks, most patients can see their result clearly and feel comfortable in all social situations. READ MORE
How long does a blepharoplasty last?
The results of a well-done blepharoplasty should result in long term results. While each patient’s eyelid skin stretches and sags at different rates, but 8-12 years is a good estimate for most patients. READ MORE
How long does hip fat transfer surgery take?
Grafted fat that survives (~80%) lasts a lifetime. This is why we typically overgraft the area. READ MORE
Can plastic surgery remove burn scars?
These scars can be improved greatly through multiple office methods, though they can never be completely erased. READ MORE
Can you get plastic surgery on your lips?
Yes. Seems fat grafting works well for that. READ MORE
What's the best skin tightening treatment for the face?
Facelift READ MORE
Is there an age requirement for a rhinoplasty?
No READ MORE
Chronic stuffy nose. Should I consider a septorhinoplasty?
Yes READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Professional Memberships
- WPATH
Dr. Theo Gerstle MD's Practice location
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Dr. Theo Gerstle MD's reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Gerstle
Amazing best side manner !! Everyone should go here!
- David
When Dr. Gerstle performed my reconstructive surgery, he gave me back my quality of life, my self esteem and rid me of my social phobia. I will never be able to put into words everything he did for me. I am so grateful to him. I recommend this surgeon highly!
- Amber
Being born with neurofibromatosis I've seen my share of plastic surgeons in my 29 years. All have been great at MANAGING it, however only Dr. Theo Gerstle was able to make a significant improvement on my appearance. I had all but given up hope than any improvement could be done, but Dr. Gerstle gave me confidence within the first five minutes of meeting him that he could help me. Not only is he an exceptional surgeon, but they way he treats his patients is unlike any I've seen before. He is so kind and considerate and will spend as much time as you need talking to you. He has forever changed my life. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone.
Dr. Gerstle did an amazing job on my breasts! Can't believe I feel so good only one day after my implant surgery. He was very flexible and had to reschedule my surgery 3 times. He really made me feel comfortable and relaxed from my first appointment to surgery. Loved my experience with him. My breasts look so AMAZING.
He was Great. Helped my Mom tremendously
- Nick
Awesome experience with Dr Gerstle and his superb, professional staff! I completely trust Dr Gerstle's opinion and his work met all of my expectations. The staff is super friendly and they always ensure I am fully informed on the procedure, and healing stage. I Highly recommend Dr Gerstle!!
- Kathy
Breast cancer patients in Lexington, KY who are considering reconstruction, please get a consultation with Dr. Theo Gerstle before you embark on that journey! I thank God for leading me to him from another state to rescue me from physical, mental and emotional anguish brought upon me by implant and alloderm reconstruction. My other doctors' solution was to put me on pain meds and send me to counseling To deal with my regrets rather than remove the problem! I have my sanity and life back thanks to this exceptional doctor and man,
- Larae
I love Dr. Gerstle. He has changed my life. I would recommend him to anyone.
Dr. Gerstle is so warm and caring. He did an excellent job on my surgery, which was 21 hours. I trust him with my life..
- Kathy
Extremely fortunate to have found such a caring, wonderful, talented surgeon that took incredible care of me. Highly recommend.
Dr. Gerstle was wonderful. My results were exactly what I wanted. I would recommend him to anyone.
Very very good job
- Isaac
Awesome, big surgery and barely sore afterwards. Great results.
- Norma
Dr. Gerstle is a very caring doctor. His staff is wonderful.
Everyone was so nice! Best experience possible!
Love Dr. Gerstle. My results exceeded all expectations. I look 10 years younger. I would recommend him to anyone. Pain was manageable although not very painful.
- Gage
Wonderful doctor. Personable and professional.
Such a wonderful change to meet a doctor who is more interested in my happiness than in a large billing amount! He is a wonderful person and will be my doctor for any procedures that I need now, or in the future.
- Judy
I'm very happy with the results I received. And looking forward to more results. I highly recommend him to,anyone needing a new you. Very good doctor.
Absolutely Wonderful. I couldn't be happier!
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