Craig R. Dufresne, MD, FACS

Facelift surgery addresses signs of aging in the face and neck, restoring a youthful contour. Dr. Dufresne uses advanced techniques to tighten skin, reduce wrinkles, and enhance facial harmony. Ideal for patients seeking natural-looking results with minimal downtime.

Breast reconstruction restores shape after mastectomy or trauma. Dr. Dufresne employs microsurgical methods like free flap grafts for natural outcomes. The process prioritizes symmetry, patient comfort, and long-term satisfaction.

Botox and dermal fillers offer temporary facial rejuvenation without surgery. Dr. Dufresne administers precise injections to smooth lines and add volume, ensuring safe, subtle enhancements tailored to individual anatomy.

Rhinoplasty improves nasal aesthetics and function. Dr. Dufresne combines structural analysis with artistic vision to create balanced, proportionate results that enhance breathing and facial harmony.

Liposuction removes stubborn fat deposits for improved body definition. Dr. Dufresne uses minimally invasive techniques to sculpt areas like the abdomen, thighs, and arms, complementing healthy lifestyle efforts.

Dr. Dufresne is an internationally recognized plastic surgeon with 40 years of experience in craniofacial and reconstructive surgery. He combines academic expertise with compassionate care, serving patients in Fairfax, VA.

Dr. Dufresne specializes in craniofacial surgery, breast reconstruction, facelifts, rhinoplasty, and body contouring procedures like liposuction and tummy tucks.

Yes, consultations are essential to discuss goals, medical history, and create personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient's needs.

Recovery varies by procedure. Non-surgical treatments like injections require minimal downtime, while surgeries may need 1-4 weeks for initial healing.

Most insurance plans cover medically necessary reconstructive procedures. Our team assists with pre-authorization and documentation requirements.

Safety protocols include thorough preoperative evaluations, using accredited facilities, and following evidence-based practices for anesthesia and postoperative care.

Dr. Dufresne and entire team is amazing! I felt truly cared for from the first call, all the way through my post-op visits. I recommend them to everyone I know. If you want something done but want to be sure it looks perfect for you and your body, this is the place to go. My results are beautiful and natural! Thank you

I am very pleased with the care I received from Dr. Dufresne and his staff throughout the entire process of having my surgery. He was very professional and has an excellent bedside manner. I consulted with several other plastic surgeons in the area and I am glad I chose him. He's knowledgeable, experienced, and a highly-skilled surgeon. I'm so pleased with the results of my surgery. Thank you so much, I will definitely refer family and friends to him. He's great!

Dr. Dufresne is my hero. My first encounter was for a Natural Face lift which looks awesome. I had a botched breast reconstruction from a previous plastic surgeons and I decided to have Dr. Dufresne do the surgery. I was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1988 and have had numerous revisions over the years. No one has been able execute the revisions like Dr. Dufresne and now my breasts look natural for the first time.

I love that Dr. Dufresne explains exactly what he is going to do and set my expectations and he is really patient. After having seen the work of many plastic surgeons I highly recommend Dr. Dufresne. You are going to love him.

In 2017, Dr. Dufresne performed my rhinoplasty with septoplasty. I was left with a poor result with a significant dorsal hump. A year later Dr. Dufresne charged me for a revision rhinoplasty with the intention of removing the hump. I ended up with a "polly beak, " the dorsal hump remained, my tip was extremely over rotated and unacceptably shortened. After two years my nose began collasping internally obstructing my airway.

My nose was ruined, I was devastated! I spent many months consulting with top surgeons on the East and West coast, some turned me away due to the severity. I was fortunate to find an esteemed surgeon in Chicago specializing in botched rhinoplasty correction. After enduring a six hour complex surgery requiring multiple grafts, my nose was sucessfully rebuilt. It wasn't until after the surgery I learned the extent of the damage Dr. Dufresne inflicted on my nose. In the end, Dr. Dufresne's deficiencies cost me over $36,000 to correct. I do not recommend Dr. Dufresne for rhinoplasty/septoplasty.

I was referred to Dr. Dufresne for a vascular malformation that I had in my lip. Not only was he super knowledgeable on vascular malformations (he's written papers on the subject that are very informative), but he also was very caring and explained the procedure to me so that I could understand what I'd be going through. From our first consultation and through the surgery, I knew that I was in good hands, and never once did I feel nervous about the procedure.

I am now three weeks post surgery, and I will say, I am completely impressed with the outcome of the surgery! Even when my face was swollen right after the surgery, I could already tell that he had done an exceptional job on my lip. I highly recommend Dr. Dufresne for any work that you are looking to get done. Him and his entire staff have changed my life with this surgery, and I can smile again because of their work!

My wife has been going to Craig Dufresne for over 20 years and after the initial surgical process of getting her "refreshed" he has handled everything from periodic Botox and Voluma to fixing the tear of the ear lobe. What has consistently impressed me is not only his skill as a plastic surgeon but his integrity and forthrightness. He does not create unrealistic expectations or undertake procedures she come up with when he thinks they are unnecessary.

Both my wife and I seek Craig's advice on medical matters even when it has little to do with his practice. Finally I would like to add a word about his staff. They are most helpful and friendly staff we have encountered in any medical practice.

I've gone to Dr. Dufresne for various procedures during the last 25 years. Most relatively minor tweaks. Dr. Dufresne is very conservative in his approach to cosmetic plastic surgery so you don't ever have to feel that you will come out looking like a freak. His bedside manner is great. He listens and then makes recommendations and is never pushing a new product or surgery that you really don't need. I am surprised to see the negative reviews because I think that he is great.