Plastic Surgeon Dr. John Paletta, MD in Savannah, Georgia

Name: John Paletta, MD
Last name: Paletta
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2002
Years experience: 21
Primary Specialty: Plastic Surgeon
Website: https://www.johnpalettamd.com/
Business: The Georgia Institute For Plastic Surgery
Address: 5361 Reynolds St.
Phone: (912) 809-2119
International phone number: +19128092119
City: Savannah
State: Georgia
Zip Code: 31405
Country: US
Statement: The decision to have plastic surgery can be daunting. We provide an environment free of pressure for you to explore your options. Your consultation will provide the insight to help you feel better about yourself by using the perfect blend of surgical skill and artistic interpretation.
Consulting Fees: 60$
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Clinical Privileges: 
  • Memorial University Medical Center, Candler Hospital, St. Joseph Hospital, Effingham Hospital
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: BS, University of Pittsburgh
  • Medical: MD, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

John Paletta, MD

Postdoc Training: 
  • Residencies:
  • General Surgery, York Hospital, 2000
  • Plastic Surgery, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 2002
Member of: 
  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
Board Certification: 
John Domenic Paletta (ABMSUID -658564)

Viewed: 8/14/2008
Day of birth: 12/7/1969

Status: Alive
Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery
Plastic Surgery – General

Status: Certified
Active Time-Limited Initial Certification: 11/13/2004 – 12/31/2014
American Board of Surgery
Surgery – General

Status: Certified
Active Time-Limited Initial Certification: 9/1/2001 – 7/1/2012
Education: 1995 MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Location: 125 Post House TrlPooler, GA 31322-9624 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 32.0274132,-81.102341

Primary location: 
Location name: Savannah
State: GA
Country: US
Map point: 32.0823,-81.09649658
Treatments: 
  • Abdominal Etching
  • Adam’s Apple Reduction
  • African American Rhinoplasty
  • Areola Reduction Surgery
  • Arm Lift
  • Asclera
  • Asian Rhinoplasty
  • Back Lift
  • Belly Button Surgery
  • Body Lift
  • Botox
  • Botox for Hyperhidrosis
  • Brazilian Butt Lift
  • Brazilian Butt Lift Revision
  • Breast Augmentation
  • Breast Fat Transfer
  • Breast Implant Removal
  • Breast Implant Revision
  • Breast Implants
  • Breast Lift
  • Breast Lift with Implants
  • Breast Reconstruction
  • Breast Reconstruction Revision
  • Breast Reconstruction with DIEP Flap
  • Breast Reconstruction with Fat Transfer
  • Breast Reconstruction with Latissimus Flap
  • Breast Reconstruction with TRAM Flap
  • Breast Reduction
  • BroadBand Light (BBL)
  • Brow Lift
  • Buccal Fat Removal
  • Butt Augmentation
  • Butt Implant Removal
  • Butt Lift
  • Capsular Contracture Treatment
  • Cheek Augmentation
  • Cheek Lift
  • Chemical Peel
  • Chin Filler
  • Chin Implant
  • Chin Liposuction
  • Cyst Removal
  • Dermabrasion
  • Dermal Fillers
  • Diastasis Recti Repair
  • Drainless Tummy Tuck
  • Dysport
  • Ear Surgery
  • Earlobe Repair
  • Endermologie
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Facelift
  • Facial Fat Transfer
  • Facial Reconstructive Surgery
  • Feminizing Top Surgery
  • Genioplasty
  • Glycolic Peel
  • Gynecomastia Surgery
  • Halo Laser
  • Hand Rejuvenation
  • Hyaluronidase
  • Inverted Nipple Surgery
  • Juvederm
  • Kybella
  • Labiaplasty
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Latisse
  • Lip Fillers
  • Lip Lift
  • Lip Surgery
  • Lipoma Removal
  • Liposculpture
  • Liposuction
  • Liposuction Revision
  • Liquid Facelift
  • Lower Facelift
  • Male Tummy Tuck
  • Masculinizing Top Surgery
  • Mini Facelift
  • Mini Tummy Tuck
  • Mole Removal
  • Mommy Makeover
  • Neck Lift
  • Nipple Reduction
  • Nipple Surgery
  • Nonsurgical Facelift
  • Nonsurgical Nose Job
  • Obagi Nu-Derm
  • Panniculectomy
  • Ptosis Surgery
  • Radiesse
  • Restylane
  • Restylane Defyne
  • Restylane Lyft
  • Restylane Refyne
  • Restylane Silk
  • Retin-A
  • Revision Rhinoplasty
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Scar Removal
  • Septoplasty
  • Skin Rejuvenation
  • Subcision
  • Tattoo Removal
  • TCA Peel
  • Teeth Whitening
  • Thigh Lift
  • Transgender Body Contouring
  • Transgender Facial Feminization Surgery
  • Tumescent Liposuction
  • Tummy Tuck
  • Tummy Tuck Revision
  • Umbilical Hernia Repair
  • Voluma

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.9
Profile views: 12268
Answer count: 436
Review count: 43
5 star count: 20
Total star count: 20
Star rating: 4.27
Lead count last three months: 4
Anonymous votes: 0
Offer count: 0
Profile created: Nov 18, 2007
Profile modified: Aug 9, 2023
Profile photo modified: Aug 9, 2023
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Profile Plus
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: Yes
Doctor Designation Start Time: Sep 30, 2019
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Savannah, GA, US. GPS coordinates: 32.0823,-81.09649658

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Breast Implants (Dec 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Mar 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Mommy Makeover (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Panniculectomy (Feb 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Reduction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (May 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Reduction (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Cyst Removal (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 4/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 4/5, Payment process: 3/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 3/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Liposuction Revision (Mar 2018) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Tummy Tuck (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Brazilian Butt Lift Revision (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Breast Augmentation (May 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Brazilian Butt Lift (May 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Augmentation (Jul 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Panniculectomy (Feb 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Lift with Implants (Feb 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Eyelid Surgery (Jul 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 3/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Reduction (Oct 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 3/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 4/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Breast Implants (Jul 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Mommy Makeover (Jul 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Mole Removal (Nov 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Tummy Tuck (May 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Chin Liposuction (Jan 2021) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)

Latest Prices

Breast Implants Prices

  • $6100 – Dec 19, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $5400 – Jul 7, 2016 – Savannah, GA
  • $6000 – Mar 13, 2017 – Savannah, GA
  • $6000 – Mar 13, 2017 – Savannah, GA
  • $6000 – Mar 13, 2017 – Savannah, GA
  • $6000 – Mar 13, 2017 – Savannah, GA
  • $6000 – Mar 13, 2017 – Savannah, GA
  • $5400 – Jul 7, 2016 – Savannah, GA
  • $6100 – Dec 19, 2013 – Savannah, GA

Breast Augmentation Prices

  • $4643 – Apr 18, 2019
  • $4643 – Apr 18, 2019
  • $4643 – Apr 18, 2019
  • $5300 – Jun 19, 2017
  • $5300 – Jun 19, 2017
  • $5300 – Jun 19, 2017
  • $5300 – Jun 19, 2017
  • $5300 – Jun 19, 2017
  • $5600 – Feb 29, 2016 – Savannah, GA
  • $5593 – Mar 9, 2017 – Savannah, GA
  • $5593 – Mar 9, 2017 – Savannah, GA
  • $5593 – Mar 9, 2017 – Savannah, GA
  • $5593 – Mar 9, 2017 – Savannah, GA
  • $5600 – Feb 29, 2016 – Savannah, GA

Breast Reduction Prices

  • $6100 – Sep 27, 2021
  • $6100 – Sep 27, 2021
  • $6100 – Sep 27, 2021
  • $50 – Oct 2018 – Savannah, GA
  • $2000 – Jun 30, 2016 – Savannah, GA
  • $2000 – Jun 30, 2016 – Savannah, GA
  • $2000 – Jun 30, 2016 – Savannah, GA
  • $50 – Nov 2012 – Savannah, GA

Cyst Removal Prices

  • $500 – Dec 9, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $500 – Dec 9, 2013 – Savannah, GA

Tummy Tuck Prices

  • $15117 – May 23, 2016 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $7000 – Apr 2019 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 14, 2015 – Savannah, GA
  • $15117 – May 23, 2016 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 14, 2015 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 14, 2015 – Savannah
  • $12000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA

Brazilian Butt Lift Prices

  • $12000 – May 18, 2020
  • $12000 – May 18, 2020
  • $12000 – May 18, 2020
  • $5800 – Oct 2018 – Savannah, GA
  • $5800 – May 2012 – Savannah, GA

Eyelid Surgery Prices

  • $2851 – Jul 18, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $2851 – Jul 18, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $2851 – Jul 18, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $2851 – Jul 18, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $2851 – Jul 18, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $2851 – Jul 18, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $3000 – Jul 18, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $3000 – Jul 18, 2013 – Savannah, GA

Other Prices

  • $750 – Jul 16, 2014 – Savannah, GA

Mole Removal Prices

  • $2000 – Nov 20, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $2000 – Nov 20, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $450 – Nov 16, 2008 – Savannah, GA

Liposuction Prices

  • $8555 – Jun 2, 2017 – Savannah, GA
  • $8555 – Jun 2, 2017 – Savannah, GA

Scar Removal Prices

  • $750 – Jul 16, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $750 – Jul 16, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $750 – Jul 16, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $750 – Jul 16, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $750 – Jul 16, 2014 – Savannah, GA

Other Prices

  • $500 – Dec 9, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $500 – Dec 9, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $12000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA
  • $500 – Dec 9, 2013 – Savannah, GA

Facelift Prices

  • $10000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA

Body Lift Prices

  • $12000 – Dec 15, 2014 – Savannah, GA

Botox Prices

  • $300 – May 17, 2013 – Savannah, GA
  • $300 – May 17, 2013 – Savannah, GA

Practice Locations

Name & Website
The Georgia Institute For Plastic Surgery – Savannah, https://www.mycosmeticsurgeon.md
Address
5361 Reynolds St., Savannah, Georgia, US, 31405 (GPS coordinates: 32.0274368,-81.1024036)
Phone
(912) 355-8000
Working Hours
Created / Modified
Jun 4, 2019 / Jun 29, 2022

Special Offers

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Start Time / End Time
Detail
Treatments
Independence Day Special
Jul 1, 2016 /
Jul 31, 2016
– Buy One Radiesse and get One Free
Specific treatments
$25 off on Botox and all Dermal fillers
Oct 9, 2015 /
Oct 9, 2015
$25 off on minimum of 50 units of Botox or per filler syringe
consultation

Doctor's answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
Can I use a fat transfer to breasts to change my breast shape?
Can I use a fat transfer to breasts to change my breast shape?
Jun 11, 2020
Thank you for the question and pictures. I think it is possible to improve your shape with fat grafts. Looking at your photoshopped picture it appears that you are slightly lifted and larger, I’m not sure if that would be possible with fat grafts alone. You may need a lift in conjunction with fat grafts or possibly several rounds of fat grafting. It is impossible to tell just from Photos, an in person consultation would be necessary.
Is it possible to fix my tubular breast with fat grafting instead of implants?
Fat grafting to the breast
May 31, 2020
I think given your goals along with the photos you submitted you would be a excellent candidate for fat grafting to the breast along with a breast lift. I have had similar patients with your exact concerns who did very well with that combination of surgeries.   The fat grafting will help fill the upper pole of the breast. The breast lift will reduce the size of the nippleareolar complex as well as elevate it. Lastly, is you will avoid an using implant.   Good luck.
What are your thoughts on 385cc above the muscle for my revision due to the pain?
Breast pain
May 31, 2020
Thank you for the question. I think it is possible. However, it would be beneficial to have more information. When did you have your surgery? A description of the pain, and things that make it better or worse. What has been tried to alleviate your pain and have they been successful?what are your goals for the surgery including symptom relief and aesthetics? Do you want to be larger, smaller or perkier?
What's your advice on whether fat grafting can be done for my tubular breast deformity?
Fat grafting to the breast
May 31, 2020
Thank you for your question. I’m not sure you have a tuberous breast deformity. However, I think you would be an excellent candidate for fat grafting to the upper pole of the breast combined with a breast lift. based on your description I think this will help you achieve your goal. The limitation of fat grafting relative to a breast implant is the amount of volume increase would be considerably less with a single fat grafting procedure. An in person consultation will be the next step to he...
What is the best option for me to have a nice flat stomach: liposuction or tummy tuck?
What is the best option for me to have a nice flat stomach
May 19, 2020
Great question. This is one that we frequently have to answer as plastic surgeons. Let me start by saying that photos are never an adequate substitute for an in person consultation. From what I could see with your picture you appear to be very fit and trim. It appears that your primary problem is looseness of muscles and skin likely from prior pregnancy. Therefore, a tummy tuck is probably your best option. However, you really need to see a board-certified plastic surgeon in person.
Drain or no drain for a tummy tuck?
Drain vs. drainless tummy tuck
May 12, 2020
The main goal of both techniques is to minimize the risk of developing a fluid collection called a seroma. In that regard the techniques are equivalent. The benefits of using a drain is that it decreases operative time. It may take a few extra minutes to play strains, whereas progressive tension sutures used in the drain this technique may take 30 minutes. The main benefit of drainless technique is patient comfort and convenience  after the procedure.  The nurses that take care of my pati...
Can liposuction fix my giant belly and hip dips?
Can liposuction fix my giant belly and hip dips
Mar 11, 2020
Thank you for the question and photos. From your description it appears that you would be a candidate for liposuction. To definitively answer your question I would recommend you seek consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area. Your consultation will include an examination to evaluate your skin and muscles as well.
Can you remove grafted fat?
Can you remove grafted fat?
Mar 4, 2020
Thank you for the question. The short answer is, yes. However, it depends on what is causing the unevenness and bumpiness. If it is excess fat it may be amenable to liposuction or Kybella injections. If it’s fat necrosis then will have to be treated by another method perhaps steroid or surgical removal. There are a lot of variables so an in person consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon is very important. Good luck.
I really just want a tummy tuck, with absolutely no muscle repair, and no lipo. Any hope that I can ge
I really just want a tummy tuck, with absolutely no muscle repair, and no lipo. Any hope that I can get away with this?
Feb 25, 2020
First of all, congratulations on your weight loss.  Can you benefit from a tummy tuck, perhaps. Is that the best option for you? Probably not.  as long as you understand the limitations of just having an anterior tummy tuck and not tightening the muscles then That may be fine but if that doesn’t match your expectations then I would advise against that.  an in person consultation is a must for you. I never strive to “get away with it“ when I make recommendations that implies that we’re leavi...
Is it possible for me to get breast implants without a lift to add more fullness, especially at the to
Is it possible for me to get breast implants without a lift to add more fullness, especially at the top?
Feb 25, 2020
Thank you for the question in photographs. Looking at your photos I think you’ll be fine with augmentation alone. Your nipple position looks good. Of course, this is no substitute for an in person consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon.
how long after upper and lower abdominal lipo should I wait before getting a tummy tuck
how long after upper and lower abdominal lipo should I wait before getting a tummy tuck
Feb 20, 2020
Thank you for the question. Is there a reason why you won’t do them or can’t do them at the same time? Liposuction and abdominoplasty are commonly performed together.  barring any compelling reason to the contrary I would typically recommend combining the surgeries so as to be able to to achieve the best result possible, while minimizIng your recovery time and would be a less expensive option.   good luck
Do I have enough excess skin to have a back lift and reverse tummy tuck?
Do I have enough excess skin to have a back lift and reverse tummy tuck?
Feb 16, 2020
Congratulations on all the hard work you put in it shows. Unfortunately, you’re left with some loose skin. It’s impossible to judge with the photos what would be best for you. However, the more traditional tummy tuck will often times take care of these issues. I think you would probably benefit from a Circumferential abdominoplasty. Although it’s impossible to tell just by looking at pictures. You definitely would benefit from an in person consultation.you may also benefit from an upper ...
Are my implants bottoming out or are they malpositioned?
Are my implants bottoming out or are they malpositioned?
Feb 16, 2020
Thank you for the question and photos. It does not appear that the implant position is too low or bottoming out. It appears that your breast tissue is starting to sag off of the implant. It would be best for you to to have an in person consultation and see if you would benefit from a breast lift. Good luck.
Should I go for 365cc, 385cc, or 415cc? Currently 5'5 105lbs.
Breast implant size
Jan 12, 2020
Choosing size for a breast augmentation is one of the more exciting aspects of a  consultation, it’s also a source of great anxiety. There’s no easy clear-cut formula and is very subjective. You have to determine what works best for you.  Try on sizers with a variety of clothing.  When patients are unsure I have them come back and repeat the process.  Take the time necessary to be completely comfortable with your choice.   Good luck  
What procedure after gastric sleeve? Smart Lipo? Tummy tuck?
What procedure after gastric sleeve? Smart Lipo? Tummy tuck?
Nov 3, 2019
Congratulations on your weight-loss. After losing that amount of weight you will need some form of skin removal (tummy tuck).  Most commonly that is some form of circumferential tummy tuck. Liposuction may be useful as an adjunct to the primary procedure but not an option as the only procedure. Good luck on your continued journey.

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