Farbod Esmailian, MD FACS

A year ago today I received a call from my doctor, I had cancer. Everything after that goes very quickly. They referred me to a breast surgeon, and my breast surgeon put in a referral for Dr. Esmailian.
I didn’t know what to look for, questions to ask, I trusted the doctors. I saw that Dr. E had many good reviews, and I loved the team when I first walked in, it’s pretty, but small in the waiting room. I could tell he cared about quality.
He operated on me twice, once to put in a tissue expander, and the second time to put in an implant. I trusted him with what type of implant. Aside from my scar from the mastectomy, a little bit of rippling on the side, you can’t tell that my original breast is gone. He does great work and lets you know the truth of what to expect. He told me they wouldn’t match perfectly, and that my one nipple would be off slightly, which it is. However, it looks great!
I can’t say enough great things about the office team. They helped me out tremendously in a stressful situation. If I could clone them and take them everywhere I would.

I honestly have never been so happy in my life! I got referred here because I had many cysts in my breasts that were causing me constant pain due to their size and shape after having 2 kids back to back. So it was determined that I needed a breast reduction to hopefully alleviate the pain.
During my first consultation, I was put at ease by Dr. E-​Both my mom and I asked tons of questions and he was pretty sure that this would definitely help. He took a lot of time answering questions and thoroughly explaining the procedure and what to expect.
My surgery went extremely well, and again Dr. E answered all my questions that I had again about my recovery. I followed all of his instructions to the T and I was up and walking around my house just 2 days after the surgery-​being careful of course, because I had drains in.
8 days after my surgery I was able to see that I was healing beautifully and now 2 months after my surgery, I can really see how beautiful and natural my breasts look. The best part is that I am no longer in pain-​not at all. I am so happy with my results and will never go to any other Dr. than Dr. E for any other cosmetic procedures. He truly is the best around!

I don’t usually write reviews, but I feel it’s my duty, that I have to share my experience with you if you are even considering getting breast augmentation. Thanks to Dr. Esmailian, my boobs are ABSOLUTELY MIND BLOWING! No one, I mean no one believes my boobs aren’t real. He did such a great job, I have now converted, over 4 friends, including my trainer! All women who swore, they would «NEVER GET A BOOB JOB!» My trainer actually tried to talk me out of doing it, then after the procedure, watching me work out without missing a beat, said she, first time in her life, she was actually interested in having them done as well.
Dr. Esmalian is extremely professional and considerate and makes the entire process comfortable. He takes time to answer all your questions, NO EGO. I went to a doctor in Beverly Hills who couldn’t even make eye contact with me during the consultation. He told me to bring a picture of how I wanted to look on the day of the operation, and that he would make me look like that. No consultation prior to the surgery, nothing to help me understand sizing, just a picture. I asked him questions regarding different types of implants and procedures, and his answer was, «I do it all, whatever you like, makes no difference to me.» I felt so uncomfortable and terrified. And this doctor was supposedly one of the best in L.A., he was known for having a strange bedside manner, and that was supposed to be okay, just part of the process if you were going to have your augmentation done by him. No thanks! Not for me.
With Dr. Esmailian, he came in the room, introduced himself and went over the next steps of the consultation. He was going to measure me (with a nurse present), then leave the room so I could change back into my clothes so that we could take our time and go over the procedure, my concerns and any questions I had without having to sit there half naked and cold. And he did just that. He answered all my questions, went over the different types of procedures, what procedures he doesn’t do and why, based on his experience and recent studies. Then we went over sizing methods I could try at home and what the follow up appointment would consist of prior to the surgery. Dr. Esmailian is thorough, extremely educated in his field, and a master in his craft.
I could go on and on, about the day we took the bandages off and there were NO SCARS OR STITCHES because he did all the stitching on the inside… my eyes popped out of my head. If you have an opportunity to meet with him, it would be in your best interest to do so. He is amazing!

From the moment I walked into Dr. Esmailian’s office, his staff made me feel at home. When I met with Dr.
Esmailian to discuss having a tummy tuck and breast augmentation, I knew he was going to be my surgeon. Not once did I feel rushed with my questions and he certainly was not condescending with his answers. My aftercare has been superb, his bedside manner is awesome! My results are FANTASTIC and he will be performing future work for me. I’m extremely comfortable with Dr Esmailian and his staff and they have always been right there at all hours to answer any questions or concerns I have had. He knows his stuff and it shows in his confidence as a skilled Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. I highly recommend Farbod
Esmailian for your surgeries! I’m EXTREMELY happy with my results!

Love Dr. Esmailian and his team! I was referred to Dr. Esmailian by several friends, so needless to say I was more than comfortable with putting my surgery needs in his hands!
I had my tummy tuck & breast reduction September 2014 and I couldn’t be anymore pleased! He is definitely a perfectionist and explained every detail of my surgery and concerns in great detail. He also put me at ease leading up to the surgery as well as the day of. His staff was very patient & always remained professional. After my surgery, the staff made it a point to make sure that I was comfortable & that my pain level was as minimal as possible. That type of one of one attention/​concern is priceless. I also appreciated that I inquired to Dr. E about a few other surgeries that I thought I wanted & he was extremely honest with me about how unnecessary they were versus taking my money and me being displeased. I have since referred others to Dr. E and I will continue to do so!

Being a patient here has been amazing. I had my first surgery dec 23^rd 2012 dr and his staff were amazing. I had seen 5 others doctors before coming to his office. I felt like I had come to the right place as we started taking. I was very nervous and the morning of surgery Dr E assured me I was going to be happy with my results. I had lost 100 lbs and has tons of extra skin on my tummy and well my breast hung down and were very saggy. I had a tummy tuck, lift and small implants. Christmas morning both Dr. E and Sam called to check on me. My results were amazing. I felt like a whole new woman. March 2014. I felt I wanted my Breast back to a larger implant. And again Dr. E did is amazing work and I feel great. I drive from Van Nuys to see him. Going to the office is like seeing my family. I would recommend Dr E to everyone. Not only does he do makeovers but he helps woman that have had breast cancer to feel whole and beautiful again

I went to go see Dr. Esmailian for a breast lift only but after talking with him and him taking the time to go over all my options I decided that a breast lift with a breast augmentation was my best bet. My recovery after the surgery was minimal with really only one day of taking it easy. The staff was terrific, if I needed anything I was comfortable calling, texting or paging the office ! My breasts look natural and are the perfect size for my body ! Overall my experience with Dr Esmailian and his staff were wonderful and I would highly recommend Dr. esmailian!

This place is HORRIBLE!
I had my consultation in the beginning of May and was thrilled. My friend went here and her breast look great and I was impressed by his reviews and their office. I told him I just wanted a lift and didn’t need an implant, mine were big enough (36D). He said that wasn’t possible and I trusted him. Why wouldn’t I, He’s the Dr. I also told him I had a bad experience with anesthesia and he told me they have medicine to give me for that. Well, they forgot.
My surgery went great; or so I thought. Come to find out my anesthesiologist came out during my surgery to «chat» with a nurse and my mom ripped him a new one. He suddenly decided it was a good idea to be by the patient (me) while I was under. I was sick as a dog from the anesthesia and it took me a while to get out of recover and finally make it home.
My first check up everything seemed OK. I was swollen and still covered up but they seemed «lifted».
My second check up came early because I had a piercing pain in my scar. One of my internal stitches was breaking through my skin causing a hole and infection. He leaned me back with no numbing cream cut my scar open and pulled out my stitches. Left a hole and covered it with a bandage and said it would heal on its own. He gave me a prescription for the infection and sent me on my way to cancel my next few vacations.
This was all in June. I had missed two weeks of work and three vacations. I had strategically planned my surgery to not miss anything, and I do understand things can happen but not months on end.
Now, October 15^th, I go in to take my «after» pictures. I convey that I am not happy and that what I received is not what I asked for. He then preceded to tell me that because of my breast tissue and skin it is impossible to lift my breasts, and even so he doesn’t understand why its called a breast lift, it should be called a nipple lift because that is what they actually do. Remove and replace the nipple to its natural place. I then asked why I wasn’t told this before, if I would have known this I wouldn’t have done the surgery. I wouldn’t have risked going under, missing work, missing vacation, going into a depression, gaining weight, if I would have been told in the beginning that what I wanted wasn’t achievable. He told me it must have been a miss communication. I’m sorry but you cannot miss communicate a 7,200 dollar surgery. He then offered the option of taking the implants out and leaving me with a more stretched out breast. No thank you.
I would NEVER recommend this Dr. or surgery center to any one. EVER!!!
side note: I know all bodies and skin is different, but I have personally known mothers with blown out skin and breast tissue that have amazing breast reconstruction. I guess I just got the short end of a very expensive stick.

I’m 5’4 Asian 29 years old. Been looking and wanting breast over 10 years! Amazing effing results! Truly professional! more satisfying than expected. I chose 350cc, went from training bra to 32DD. I’m very petite. I know that sounds big but it’s more fuller and natural than ever. Perfect fit! I’m telling you, you can’t even tell is fake and fits my body perfect. I have model boobs now! It’s amazing
money ever spent and they’ll finance too if your having trouble with money! I love it! Really love it!

This man is not what he seems. I came in for reconstructive breast surgery and he was very pleasant at first… seemed like he really care and wanted to help correct my encapsulation.
Then I had surgery and there were complications. After I was home and healing a hole developed in the lower section of my breast and the implant almost fell out… so I needed emergency surgery on a Sunday that I had to pay for. I was scared and he told me I might wake up with no implants if he couldn’t correct the problem… he acted like it was my fault!
His tune changed and the outcome after all was said and done is horrible. My breasts are uneven and look terrible! Plus I have a huge scar that has not healed after 2 ½ years.
Not only did he disfigure me and scar me for life, I hate to look at myself in the mirror without clothes. I will never forgive this man and would not recommend him to anyone!

After 4 years of searching for the right plastic surgeon, I came upon Dr. Esmailian’s website while surfing the web one night. After viewing his photo gallery and reading countless 5 star reviews, I was convinced I needed to meet him in person! After meeting him in person, I knew right away he was going to be my surgeon, and two weeks later I had my breast augmentation. I’m coming up on 3 months now, and it feels like I’ve had my boobies my whole life! The recovery process after the surgery exceeded my expectations above and beyond, 4 days after the surgery I was off the pain medication. I had absolutely no bruising and hardly any pain, considering I don’t have a high tolerance for pain. Day after the day, more and more swelling went down. I was able to start massaging the breasts a week post surgery. During the first month, I started feeling sensation again beneath where the incisions (periareolar) had been made, and I never once lost sensitivity in the areola or nipple. If anything, I gained sensitivity for a time, but now they’re normal again! In regards to the scars, I can’t believe how hardly visible they are!!! A lot of my gf’s who’ve had their breast done, had the incision placed below the breast, and after they saw my incisions, they were upset at the difference they saw. Dr. Esmailian knows what he’s doing in every regard! He listens to your concerns and what goals you are wanting achieve, he recommends and advices if he thinks you should go a little bigger or smaller. His work is VERY natural! My husband couldn’t be happier with the results, he was very apprehensive to start because he was worried it was going to look obvious, but they just look like they did before but bigger! Even my family hasn’t noticed, I chose not to tell them, and I’ve been around them all countless times and they haven’t noticed, they just think I’m wearing my usual 2 inch padded bra lol The 4 years I waited to find Esmailian was well worth it. Those who I’ve told and showed have all said the same thing, they look absolutely amazing and natural! I already had one gf make a consultation with Esmailian and two other gf’s on their way to see him as well!

First things first, Dr. Esmailian exceeds 5 stars! I’ll tell you why… his staff is very kind, and caring! Not to mention his office manager Sam, she is simply sweet &wonderful. His office lobby is very clean and décor in upscale modern furnitures.
Anyhow I have gone to numerous of consultations with many plastic surgeons (for a tummy tuck and breast revision) and I felt that most of them are just money grubbers… you know all about the money deal? In matter of fact prior on choosing Dr. Esmailian as my plastic surgeon I had already given another plastic surgeon a deposit to reserve my surgery date, BUT with hesitations. You know that feeling as if something is NOT right? Anyhow after meeting Dr. Esmailian he was very sweet, honest and blunt, unlike others always painting a beautiful picture so you could choose them. I was very pleased with my consultation and right then and there I decided to choose him as my plastic surgeon! NO HESITATIONS!!!
Anyhow I just got my procedure done and let me tell you, it is freaken amazing!!! I feel like a new woman overall!!! Now I am going back to see if he can help sculpture my body :)
KUDOS to Dr. Esmailian and all his staff!

I’m a type of person that relies heavily on other people’s reviews. So when I was looking for a plastic surgeon for my breast augmentation procedure I was a little worried about going to see Dr. Esmailian since he only had one review on Unilocal.I found Dr. Esmailian on
where he had a good amount of 5 star reviews, but I was still nervous. I decided to give him a try because he was the only doctor who I found within reasonable distance from my house that had done work similar to the results I was hoping for. Originally I was set on doctor Pousti in San Diego, but the 2 hour drive made me a bit hesitant about selecting him. When I went to my consult I was so nervous about having a doctor stare and criticize my small boobs. As soon as doctor Esmailian started talking to me and explaining my options and procedures I felt put at ease. He never once rushed me or pressured me into getting the procedure done. He gave reason as to why he preferred a certain method and allowed me to ask as many questions as I wanted. Once I left his office I knew he would be the perfect doctor for me.
Everyone has different preferences as to what they expect from a doctor. If you looking for a doctor that is willing to do whatever procedure you want just because your paying for it he is not the doctor for you. Doctor Esmailian will work with you to select the best size and style of implant that will best fit your body giving you a natural look. I know I wanted a certain size and he explained to me how the implant was too wide for my body and gave me alternative options so that I could achieve the size I wanted.
Its been a month since my procedure and I couldn’t be happier with my results. Im glad I listened to his advice I was able to go from a 32 A to 32D. I would recommend him to anyone looking for an outstanding plastic surgeon. My mom actually did her breast augmentation with me and she also had amazing results. His consultations are free so its worth looking into him you won’t regret it!

I had lost about 115lbs due to weight loss surgery (gastric bypass) I had alot of loose skin in the stomach area and no matter what i did or what i tried nothing was going to get rid of it! I also lost alot of breast tissue due to weight loss and knew that i needed a lift along with possibly an implant! I came in to see Dr. Esmailian for a consultation was greated by his amazing office staff which was followed by a very detailed, warm and welcoming consultation. At the end of my visit i felt very confident that i had found the one!!! I was set up for surgery which was going to consist of Abdominoplasty, lift and breast augmentation which i had done 8÷12÷13! This is by far the best thing i could have ever done for myself! I not only feel good about myself but i feel like a new person! Dr. Esmailian not only helped give me my confidence back but he opened the door to whole new life which i can enjoy with so much more confidence!