Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Facial Plastic Surgery Destination in Florida
At Image Lift, we are recognized as a Center of Excellence for facial artistry, specializing exclusively in facial plastic surgery and aesthetic treatments. Founded in 2012 by double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Castellano, our practice has grown to become the largest local anesthesia facelift provider in the United States. Our team of board-certified specialists delivers both surgical and non-surgical solutions, including the ImageLift Facelift, eyelid lifts, facial fillers, and laser treatments, all designed to achieve natural-looking results with enhanced safety through local anesthesia. With state-of-the-art facilities in Tampa and The Villages, Florida, we combine cutting-edge technology with personalized care to ensure patient satisfaction.Our providers have collectively performed over 25,000 procedures, emphasizing patient safety, individualized treatment plans, and a 100% satisfaction guarantee. We offer virtual consultations for out-of-state patients and provide concierge-level support for travel arrangements, recovery care, and post-operative follow-up. Our commitment to excellence extends to continuous innovation in facial rejuvenation techniques, ensuring optimal outcomes while minimizing downtime. As industry leaders, we maintain rigorous standards in medical care, patient education, and ethical practice. Whether seeking surgical transformation or non-invasive enhancements, our practice remains dedicated to helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals with confidence and comfort.
Services
Facelift
Blepharoplasty
Facial Fillers
Laser Treatments
Laser Lipolysis
Wrinkle Relaxers
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer over 18 years of experience in facial plastic surgery with 25,000+ procedures performed.
- Our board-certified surgeons specialize exclusively in facial rejuvenation techniques.
- Local anesthesia ensures safer procedures with reduced recovery time compared to traditional methods.
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to each patient's unique facial anatomy and goals.
- Our 100% satisfaction guarantee reflects our commitment to natural, transformative results.
Services
ImageLift Facelift
The ImageLift Facelift is a minimally invasive procedure performed under local anesthesia to address facial sagging and wrinkles. This technique offers natural-looking rejuvenation with reduced downtime compared to traditional facelifts. Ideal for patients seeking long-lasting results without general anesthesia risks, it tightens skin and restores youthful contours through precise, office-based techniques developed by Dr. Castellano.
Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty targets excess skin and fat deposits in the upper and lower eyelids to create a more refreshed appearance. This surgical solution addresses drooping lids and under-eye bags while preserving natural eye aesthetics. Patients benefit from improved vision in severe cases and a more alert, youthful gaze through customized incision techniques and careful tissue management.
Facial Fillers
Facial fillers like Revanesse Versa+ and Sculptra restore volume loss in cheeks, lips, and facial contours using injectable hyaluronic acid or biostimulators. These non-surgical treatments instantly plump areas of volume depletion while stimulating collagen production for longer-term benefits. Master injectors tailor formulations and placement depths to achieve natural enhancement with minimal downtime.
Laser Treatments
Laser treatments employ technologies like CO2 and IPL to improve skin texture, tone, and pigmentation irregularities. These procedures address fine lines, sun damage, and acne scars through controlled thermal injury that stimulates collagen remodeling. Treatments are customized for skin type and concern severity, offering both ablative and non-ablative options for different recovery timelines.
Laser Lipolysis
Laser lipolysis uses targeted energy to liquefy and remove localized fat deposits beneath the chin and jawline. This minimally invasive procedure tightens skin while eliminating stubborn fat pockets resistant to diet and exercise. The treatment combines precision laser technology with small incisions for subtle contouring improvements with minimal scarring and downtime.
People
Dr. Richard Castellano
Founder & Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Castellano founded Image Lift in 2012 after developing specialized local anesthesia facelift techniques. With over 25,000 facial procedures performed, he is recognized as a national leader in minimally invasive facial rejuvenation.
Dr. Thomas McEwan
Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. McEwan brings 15+ years of experience in facial plastic surgery, specializing in both surgical and non-surgical rejuvenation techniques to deliver natural, transformative results for Tampa and Villages patients.
Jennifer Gold
Master Injector & PA-C
Jennifer Gold, PA-C, is a master injector with 5+ years of advanced training in facial aesthetics, specializing in dermal fillers, neuromodulators, and laser treatments under Dr. Castellano's mentorship.
Dr. Abigail McEwan
Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Abigail McEwan offers 10+ years of expertise in facial plastic surgery, combining artistic vision with technical precision to ensure patient safety and satisfaction in The Villages location.
Dr. Jeffrey Johnson II
Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Johnson specializes in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, bringing academic expertise as former Division Chief at a prominent American university to his clinical practice in The Villages.
Questions
What makes IMAGELIFT different from other facial plastic surgery practices?
IMAGELIFT specializes exclusively in facial rejuvenation with local anesthesia techniques developed by Dr. Castellano, offering safer procedures and quicker recovery times.
What surgical options are available for facial rejuvenation?
We offer four local anesthesia facelift options (Mini, Mid, ImageLift, Deep ImageLift) and blepharoplasty procedures tailored to individual aging patterns and goals.
How do I consult with a surgeon before my procedure?
After meeting with a care advisor to create your treatment plan, you'll speak directly with Dr. Rich or Dr. Kieliszak for final consultation and questions.
Can out-of-state patients receive treatment at IMAGELIFT?
Yes, we provide virtual consultations and coordinate travel logistics, post-op care, and accommodations for patients traveling to our Tampa or Villages locations.
What non-surgical treatments complement surgical procedures?
Our non-surgical options include facial fillers, wrinkle relaxers, laser resurfacing, and lipolysis to enhance and maintain surgical results through comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
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