Locations
Pacific Center for Plastic Surgery
Newport Beach, CA
About
Bio
Dr. Larry Nichter has attained recognition from doctors and
patients for his outstanding surgical skills, compassion, and warm way
with patients. He has practiced plastic surgery in the Orange County area since 1985.
Dr. Nichter is <strong>immediate past Chairman of the Department of Plastic Surgery</strong>
at Hoag Hospital, Newport Beach. He is one of the few plastic surgeons named by all three peer review
Publications: <strong>Best Doctors</strong>, <strong>Top Doctors</strong>, and <strong>Super Doctors</strong>. Local honors include being named a <strong>Physician of Excellence</strong> by the Orange County Medical Society, and selected in Orange Coast Magazine’s <strong>The Best Plastic Surgeons in Orange County</strong> each year since 1996 when the survey began.
SpecialtiesDoctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Plastic Surgery
Breast Surgery
Cosmetic Surgery
Facial Plastic Surgery
Surgery - Plastics
Licenses
United States: California
Doctor Q&A
304 Answers
110 Agrees
The number of answers this doctor has agreed with.
A 47-year-old female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Too Old for Facelift: As long as you are in good health it is not the chronological age but the physiological age that determines if you are "too old". I have done facelift... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
TT recovery: Abdominoplasty involves a recovery period of 10 to 14 days longer than most plastic surgical procedures. Initial discomfort and decreased mobility is ... Read More
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A 26-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Treatment: Male Boob: No natural treatment for gynecomastia.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Cellulite Rx: Fat and cellulite
liposuction is a procedure which removes fat from the body. There are many different techniques and methods for liposuction, which ... Read More
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A 32-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Gynecomastia Care: . Typically liposuction is used to correct gynecomastia. If there is also a lot of loose skin often this is also removed. Occasionally if their is fir... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Rhino Side Effects: Discomfort after rhinoplasty is controlled with oral medication and head elevation. The majority of swelling and bruising subsides over 2-4 weeks. Are... Read More
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A 37-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Combined Surgeries: Yes, it is possible to do both surgeries during the same surgical setting or even simultaneously. Although this is somewhat controversial it is best t... Read More
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A 36-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Puncture Wounds: Puncture wounds from cats, humans and dogs are very serious especially in the hand. You should see a doctor or go to an urgent care center immediately... Read More
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A 28-year-old female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Facial Fat Transfer: Walking should not be a problem with regards to the success of your procedure, however shortness of breath is concerning. Contact your doctor immediat... Read More
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A 28-year-old male asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Fat Transfer defined: Fat transfer involves taking fat from an unwanted areas in injecting it into another area to improve volume and transfer. See the below link for an de... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Butt Aug Donor site: Bbl fat
a brazilian butt lift involves harvesting fat from an unwanted area and then preparing it for transfer where it is injected into the buttock... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Volume Discount: This is a question for your plastic surgeon. Cost is dependent on many factors.
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Chin Lipo Bruising: Depending on the depth and extent of bruising it can take a few weeks or even more to disappear. Arnica pills and topical gel might help as well as ca... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Chin Implant Secure: Chin implants are secured by placement inside a well-fitted pocket and anchoring it to surrounding tissue so it doesn’t move. The incision is then clo... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Face and Neck Lift: A neck lift is usually performed with a face lift/ it will correct your turkey neck.
https://pacificcenterplasticsurgery.com/procedures/face/fac... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Butt Lift Longevity: Bbl lasting time
a brazilian butt lift involves harvesting fat from an unwanted area and then preparing it for transfer where it is injected into the... Read More
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Pierced Nipple Risk: Pierced nipples liked pierced ears or any other minor surgery have the potential of infection which can lead to not being able to breast feed, noticea... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Brazilian Butt Lift : Brazilian work out videos which are great for muscle tone are not the same as a brazilian butt lift - the exercise will not significantly lift your bu... Read More
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A 47-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Pain after lip aug: Pain medications have side effects and should only be taking as needed.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Mini Facelift: Minimally invasive procedures are the focus of all surgical fields and plastic surgery is no exception. The trend for looking your best has moved towa... Read More
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Epicanthal Fold ?: An epicanthal fold refers to skin fold from your upper eyelid that covers part of the inside corner of your eye. It is most common in asians.
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A 29-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
UltraShape Contour: UltraShape uses external ultrasound to injure, or "melt", fat cells. It is relatively painless and has modest results in reported studies with most pa... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
LifeStyle Lift Def: Lifestyle lift a trademarked brand name and also is a chain of facial cosmetic clinics with headquarters in troy, michigan.
As advertised, the lif... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Swelling BR: Discomfort, swelling and discoloration of the breasts are expected for several weeks. Usually, our patients return to most normal activity within two ... Read More
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A 38-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Facelift and Eyes: This is a very common combination and should not add significant risk to the procedure. For the patient, it is easier as there is only one recovery pe... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Breast Augmentation: Breast implant augmentation in general is a very safe and common procedure when performed by a board certified plastic surgeon.
Here is a link regard... Read More
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Facelift risks: Facelift risks including bleeding, infection, anesthetic risks, prominent scars, nerve damage (numbness or weakness), scarring and poor wound healing... Read More
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A 30-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Cellulaze helps Cellulite: Cellulite treatment
for a procedure that would help to treat cellulite, there is a laser treatment called cellulaze that was recently approved by the... Read More
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A 52-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Not if Complex : Although many regular doctors can treat a puncture wound if infected or complex such as underlying muscle injury then see a plastic, ENT or oral surge... Read More
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A 44-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Necklift: Yes, a neck lift with or without a facelift is commonly performed. Chemical peels and lasers can also improve the surface characteristics.
See: ht... Read More
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A 45-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Fillers vs Peels: Using facial fillers also called a "liquid facelift"
essentially uses fillers and botox/dysport to restore the volume of your face lost by the agi... Read More
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A 29-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
LifeStyle Lift ?: Lifestyle lift a trademarked brand name and also is a chain of facial cosmetic clinics with headquarters in michigan.
As advertised, the lifestyle... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Implants vs BBL: Bbl over implants
a bbl is safer for the patient since there is a lower chance of a complication arising. Since the implant procedure needs an incisi... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Mommy Makeover: Remove stretch marks
stretch marks can be improved various ways. A tummy tuck may remove many of the stretch marks . Topical treatments that may mini... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Facelift ; Kidney : I would think that your history of swelling elsewhere would certainly also apply to your face following facelift surgery. It however is not an indepen... Read More
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A 52-year-old female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Epicanthal Meaning: By itself an epicanthal fold does not mean downs syndrome in most cases. An epicanthal fold refers to skin fold from your upper eyelid that covers p... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Mini V Full Facelift: Mini facelift good alternative to full facelift for many, the incisions and recovery are shortened. A full facelift does a bit better for the lower ne... Read More
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Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Facial Fillers Safe: Facial fillers should not influence the recurrence of skin cancer. It is injected into the fat layer or occasionally in the deep dermis.
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A male asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Smart Lipo&Cellulite: Smartlipo effects
although smart lipo has been purported to tighten the skin and correct cellulite, many plastic surgeons share my opinion that it is... Read More
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A female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Outpatient Chin Aug : Chin augmentation is an outpatient procedure typically done in the plastic surgeon’s office or in a surgery center. It is usually done under local ane... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Gynecomastia Def/Rx: Gynecomastia means an enlarged male breast.
Typically liposuction is used to correct it. If there is also a lot of loose skin often this is also remo... Read More
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A 34-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Celebrity Plastic : There are a number of internet sites that have before and after images of celebrities such as the one below:
http://www.Nbcbayarea.Com/entertainmen... Read More
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A 20-year-old female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Breast Enlargment: Although some breasts enlarge appreciably with hormones like birth control pills, or weight gain, only surgery will predictably enlarge them. Surgery ... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Exercise post Rhino: Rhinoplasty patients typically return to non manual labor work within 7–10 days after surgery. Heavy activity, including bending and lifting, should b... Read More
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A member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Facelift Results: The answer is complex: how much younger you will look is dependent on both technique and skill of the surgeon whereas the rate of aging is dependent o... Read More
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A 33-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Cosmetic Chin Implant: Chin augmentation cosmetic benefits
chin augmentation most often is used to restore balance to the face due to a weak chin (under-projecting in profi... Read More
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A 29-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Epicanthal Folds: An epicanthal fold refers to skin fold from your upper eyelid that covers part of the inside corner of your eye. It is most common in asians.
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A 46-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Breast Aug Scars: Scars from silicone breast implants are determined by the location of the incisions which include the following choices:
1. At the lower border of t... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
Large Jaw Muscles: Botox or other neuromodulator injection is the most non invasive treatment. The other option is surgery.
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A 53-year-old female asked:
Dr. Larry Nichteranswered
Plastic Surgery 38 years experience
RF and Facelifts: Radiofrequency treatments for example with thermage or ulthera are safe following facelift procedures after the healing period and will usually improv... Read More
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Mar 30, 2015
Great doctor. Consistently gives thoughtful, insightful and expert advice.
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Nichter is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Nichter is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Just placed a Healthtap #, re: endoscopic approach. Bye!
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Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
University of Virginia School of Medicine
Graduated 1985MD
Medical/Graduate school
Boston University School of Medicine
Graduated 1978MD
Medical/Graduate school
Boston University
Graduated 1973MD
Medical/Graduate school
University of Virginia School of Medicine, VA
Graduated 1985MD
Medical/Graduate school
Boston University School of Medicine, MA
Graduated 1978MD
Residency
Sugery
Completed 1982
Residency
Plastic Surgical Residency
Residency
Maxillofacial and Craniofacial Fellowships
Residency
Burn and Hand Fellowships
Awards
Southeastern Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons, âGlaney Awardâ for Outstanding Plastic Surgery Resident
Listed, Best Doctors in America
Physicians of Excellence, Orange County Medical Association (2004 â Present)
Affiliations
California Society of Plastic Surgeons
American Board of Surgery
American Board of Plastic Surgery
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