Patient Reviews
Patient Reviews
If you're looking for personalized treatments designed to not only meet but exceed your aesthetic goals, the team at HGH Plastic Surgery is ready to see you! Specializing in both surgical and nonsurgical cosmetic procedures, our exceptionally skilled team is proud to work with patients in and around Birmingham, AL to address a wide range of aesthetic needs. Throughout the years, we have had the delight of hearing from men and women just like you who benefitted from our care and experience firsthand. We understand that trust is important when it comes to choosing a plastic surgeon, which is why we invite you to browse through our collection of patient reviews before you schedule your consultation. When you're ready to take the first step toward a new you, we welcome you to reach out.
"I feel like I am in the best shape of my life! - I first went to Dr. Fontana for Botox and fillers when she was at Mount Sinai Hospital in NYC. After being disappointed with other doctors, I knew I was lucky to have discovered Dr. Fontana; she always provided me with amazing results!By the time I decided to finally pull the trigger and have permanent procedures done, Dr. Fontana had moved on for a Fellowship, but it was a no-brainer that I needed to travel and follow her for my desired plastic surgeries. I knew I trusted the skills of Dr. Fontana more than any other doctor I have encountered, and I can 1000% affirm that I was right to! These were my first surgeries of any kind, so of course I was still initially nervous, but there is something about Dr. Fontana’s very caring demeanor that so easily puts me at ease, and I knew I was in good hands. Most importantly, I had seen Dr. Fontana’s work and it is clear that she is an extremely talented surgeon! My results somehow even exceeded my expectations!!!Okay, now for the details:I am 41 years old (40 years old at time of the surgeries), athletic (run marathons and do crossfit), but have some stubborn areas of my body that were only getting worse with age, even with diet and exercise. I have included several before and after pictures, with the after pictures being about 2.5 months post-op. I had always been unhappy with the excess fat below my chin and the increasingly excess tissue above my eyelids. I had also previously had Dr. Fontana do fillers to better define my cheekbones. To finally permanently address these areas I was unhappy with, Dr. Fontana performed liposuction under my chin, upper blepharoplasty, and fat grafting to my cheekbones. I feel like these three procedures took 10 years off my face! I did not experience any pain or discomfort from any of these procedures, and wearing the compression for a few weeks under my chin was not bad at all (I would literally forget I was wearing it sometimes!). Obviously, I am extremely happy with my results! I know I am holding my head higher as it has rejuvenated my self-confidence; I even cut my hair short to accentuate these features I previously tried to hide!My family genetics cause me to retain excess fat around my midsection, which again was only getting worse with age, despite diet and exercise. Since I have been doing crossfit since my late 20s, several years ago I was close to seeing some markings of defined abs, but they were fading under my expanding “love handles”. My self-esteem was also decreasing as I was no longer able to fit into more and more of the clothes I loved. Dr. Fontana addressed my specific concerns, and gave me back my positive body image, by performing liposuction on flanks and abdominal etching. Dr. Fontana’s work DRASTICALLY exceeded my expectations! It is crazy that now, at 41 years old, I feel like I am in the best shape of my life!!! I have never felt so confident in my body! As an unexpected bonus, being so happy in my body has made me even more motivated to maintain a healthy lifestyle, which I am very happy about! As for recovery, while there were a few weeks of swelling that could get a little uncomfortable at times, the compression really helped and I was only on pain killers for 2 days, so not a bad recovery at all.If anyone is questioning if they should choose Dr. Fontana, my advice would be to stop questioning and get an appointment with her ASAP!!! I feel like my pictures of her work speak for themselves; you will not be disappointed! My only regret is waiting as long as I did to finally set up my procedures…I’m kicking myself for not making the appointment to rejuvenate myself sooner!"
"Dr. Halka did Botox on my lip flip and They look amazing! I will definitely use him again!"
"PLEASE READ………….. Dr. Pasha Mostofi, MD, is the best doctor I have ever had in my life. He preformed an upper eyelid blepharoplasty and lower eyelid blepharoplasty, face lift, neck platysmaplasty, & rhinoplasty. I’d never had anything major done cosmetically. I was nervous. He put me at ease immediately. He is a perfectionist & that is what you want in a plastic surgeon. The first day I met Dr. Pasha Mostofi it was for Botox & a consult. He did my Botox injections I ask him about fillers for my face. He said you do not need them & I will never do anything that doesn’t enhance your appearance. I liked that he wasn’t trying to sell me on anything & he was honest. He then sit down next to me & brought out his iPad. He walked me through each of the procedures that I was wanting to have done. He showed me actual highlights of videos & pictures of his surgeries explaining what he would be doing to me to help achieve my goals. (Don’t worry he didn’t show the gory stuff). To have an understanding of the process was so very helpful. He wasn’t in a hurry either. He took his time. He answered all of my questions. Dr Pasha wasn’t trying to rush me so he could get out of the room with me to move on to the next patient. That meant a lot since most doctors visits are rushed these days. Fast forward to my surgery day. He came to see me before they took me back to the operating room. He ask if I had any questions. He put me at ease & it was GO TIME. The surgery went great!!! He even called me that night to check on me. Afterwards he gave me his cell number to text him with any concerns or questions that I may have before my follow up appointment. I did text him & he answered me within 15 minutes. Over the next couple of months as I heeled I text him a couple more times & he got back to me immediately. I couldn’t believe it. A doctor giving you his cell number & he text you back. I’ve never seen this in my lifetime. As the swelling & bruises started to heal I could tell a huge difference & now after 4 months I can see what a magnificent plastic surgeon Dr Pasha Mostofi truly is. My under eye bags & the hump in my nose are gone. I no longer have the sagging skin that made me look tired. My neck looks like it did 15 years ago. Family & friends that didn’t know I was having plastic surgery keep telling me how good they think I look. They ask me what am I doing to look so bright eyed & fresh faced. Some even use the word glowing. Hey, at 62 years old I sure love hearing those compliments. 😁 I am so happy with my results. I have more confidence & a big smile on my face. He has made such a difference in my life. I know that I’m blessed to have found not only a great plastic surgeon, but a good, decent, skilled, caring, friendly, talented human being in Dr. Pasha Mostofi. Forever Grateful, Kathy L. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️"
"Dr. Halka has done my lip filler and Botox and I am extremely happy with my results! Definitely recommend him for any of your services!"
"Dr.Pasha was a new physician for me and I felt comfortable the moment I met him back in the spring of this year. He did some successful botox for me, but I wasn't quite sure if I was needing something more . He seemed to sense this, but without prying, he took a little bit longer during my visit to explain different options that are available there at their practice. He was reassuring & informative, but not pushy. Supportive but not persuasive. He nor any of his nurses/staff tried to talk me into anything more. They were just so kind. Prices are reasonable. Everything is so organized and in such a warm, cozy way. After learning, discussing and going over everything, a few weeks later, Dr. Pasha did an upper blepharoplasty for me and I could not be more thrilled! My pain and bruising were minimal, medications were exactly what was needed, & he and his staff checked on me via phone before office visit to ensure I was doing well. I can not say enough about this team. I will be visiting them again soon and I would & will recommend Dr.Pasha Mostofi and this facility always! They go above and beyond in every positive way! Lisa M. Brady, 54 Prattville, Alabama"
"Dr. Pasha did my Botox and made it look very natural. It was painless too. Highly recommend him!"
"Amazing experience at Hedden & Gunn! Dr. Pasha walked me through the benefits of botox, lip fillers, and PDO threads. Initially, I was super nervous, but his attention to detail and calmness were amazing. Love my results for all three procedures."
"Exceptional care from initial consultation to the final results - Dr. Halka provided exceptional care from initial consultation to the final procedural results. He is equally skilled clinically as he is personable with his patients. I would recommend him highly for procedures ranging from injectables to invasive cosmetic surgery - you will undoubtedly benefit from his expertise!"
"I have had excessive sweating since as long as I remember. Probably since puberty. My wardrobe consists mainly of white or dark colored T-shirt's. I could never wear the pretty blouses I wanted to. Hyperhidrosis affects your self esteem. In high school, I often had to wear a flannel or cardigan over my T-shirt's because of the sweat stains. It was awful. I couldn't even wear tanks on a hot day. I've been researching Miradry for about 4 years now. I've wanted to get it done but finances prevented that until now. My procedure is scheduled for September 20, 2019 at Dr. Hedden's clinic in Birmingham, AL.Updated on 15 Sep 2019:I was told not to shave my armpits 3 days prior to the procedure. I’m getting excited and nervous! 5 more days!Updated on 20 Sep 2019:I’ve been waiting on this day!! I wasn’t too nervous thankfully. I have a fear of needles and doing this is a huge thing for me. First the nurses cleaned my armpits and applied the template (temporary tattoo). Next, the nurse manager came in and injected the lidocaine. There was only 5 sticks per arm and they weren’t too bad. Thanks to me getting the procedure done at a plastic surgeon’s office they had access to a nifty little machine from the OR (can’t remember what she said it was called) that allowed 5 injections per arm instead of 20-60 with a needle. Really a lifesaver!! After the injections, she gave me some little ice packs to put under my arms. We then proceeded with the Miradry. I literally felt nothing but warmth, not burning hot or anything though. Totally tolerable. It feels weird with your pits being numb. Lol!! I popped some ibuprofen when I left. And the did send me home with prescriptions for Medrol and Norco. She said I probably won’t need the Norco but they send it just in case because it cannot be called in if I end up needing it. Hopefully I won’t!! I’ll update as my recovery progresses.Updated on 22 Sep 2019:Also an increase in pain but nothing unbearableUpdated on 22 Sep 2019:Still swollen pretty bad but there is no pain! Swelling extended down to my bra line and my arm (where the white area welts are).Updated on 23 Sep 2019:I have no pain today. Swelling is still present but not as bad. Though, I’m having a tiny amount of sweat right now. I’m not wearing any deodorant as instructed. I had a job interview this morning with NOT even an ounce of sweat. This would normally cause me to have to change my shirt afterwards lol. But I did take my diet pill after lunch though so maybe that’s it? Idk. A little disheartening. I’m ok with doing a second procedure but I was hoping to not have to. Updated on 24 Sep 2019:I don’t know if I’m actually sweating or just feel like I am. It feels kinda clammy or damp. I put a paper towel under my arm and it wasn’t wet. But it’s for sure clammy. Updated on 25 Sep 2019:I still have some swelling but it has went down considerably. No pain. Just a razor burn like feeling. I still think I’m sweating in high anxiety times. That really sucks, especially this soon after the procedure. Updated on 30 Sep 2019:Definitely have some sweat. Went thru to my shirt today. Not happy Updated on 18 Oct 2019:I am finally starting to see a good decrease in armpit hair. It’s only in patches now. I guess it took some time for that benefit to kick in. Now if the sweat would follow suit ??????Need to find out how long to wait for a round two. "
"Dr. Hedden did my breast implants. I am so in love with them and wish I would have had the surgery a long time ago! They are perfect! He has also done my botox many times and does a great job! I love Hedden Plastic Surgery and definitely reccomend!"
"I have been a client of Dr. Hedden for several years. I have gotten Botox, Dysport and Juvéderm injections, Chemical Peels, Lime Light, Titan, and recently Fraxel and Pearl. I have always been extremely pleased with the results at Hedden's office. I once went to a medi-spa with a Juvéderm coupon and left horrified at my appearance. My lips looked like a duck and my upper lip was lumpy. It really takes talent, practice, and knowledge to get it right. Dr. Hedden has all 3. I'll never go back that medi-spa again.
I prefer Dysport over Botox to get rid of and prevent forehead wrinkles. It seems to last a little longer and costs a little less! I love Juvéderm to slightly plump my lips and fill in my nasolabial fold."
"I cannot express the level of dedication and care that Dr. Hedden provides every time I am under his care. I came in to have the MIRADRY procedure done to stop underarm sweating, and Dr. Hedden and his nurse practitioner Traci made me feel so at ease. Miradry is non-invasive and stops sweat & odor from your underarms for good! Miradry was the answer to my hyperhidrosis that I have had for years, and I am AMAZED at the results! The procedure was painless & the down time was minimal if that! DO IT"
"no more embarassing underarm sweat! - Birmingham, AL - I cannot express the level of dedication and care that Dr. Hedden provides every time I am under his care. He truly is an amazing man and is the best in his field. I came in to have the MIRADRY procedure done to stop excessive underarm sweating, and Dr. Hedden and his nurse practitioner Traci made me feel so at ease. Miradry is non-invasive and stops sweat & odor from your underarms PERMANENTLY! Miradry was the answer to my hyperhidrosis that I have had for years, and I am AMAZED at the results! I no longer sweat under my arms, and I don't have to constantly worry about having sweat stains or ruining shirts. The procedure was painless & the down time was minimal if that! DO IT!"
"I am a true believer in Botox and Juvéderm. Both treatments have made me feel and look much younger and more confident as I age.
My physician is outstanding. I have seen Dr. Hedden for the past three years. I would never consider letting anyone else work on my face, or any other place on my body for that matter. He truly listens to his patients, he cares and offers outstanding advice.
The botox injections do not hurt, the Juvéderm is uncomfortable, but well worth the results.
Dr. Hedden is outstanding. I drive two hours to see him. He is caring, listens and is an artist with his craft of plastic surgery. I highly recommend Dr. Hedden."
"I love my botox results at Hedden Plastic Surgery. The staff and physicians are wonderful."
"AMAZING DOCTOR!!!!! Best Care You Can Receive! – Birmingham, AL - Dr. Hedden is the most amazing doctor! He really goes above & beyond to make you feel 100% comfortable with your decision and the entire surgery. I mostly spoke to Heather, the out of town coordinator to send my pictures & ask questions. Dr. Hedden did respond to my emails and pictures as well. I can tell that he gets a large volume of emails as he is answering them late at night in effort to respond back to everyone. I paid 4k for my augmentation and I chose marena silicone implants. I am thrilled with my results. I chose 550 cc and went from a size 36 B to size 36D. The scarring is minimal and they sit perfectly on my chest. The first week and half I was extremely sore from the surgery. The medication makes u think you can resume normal activities but they key is to take it slow and rest a lot. Even simple things like washing my hair was a challenge. After week 2 I was feeling much better and by week 3 I was fully recovered. After returning home (I only stayed in AL for 3 days post surgery than returned home to NY) I was experiencing pain and Dr. Hedden asked me to text him pictures so he could check my progress and reassured me to just take it easy and sure enough eh was right. It has been a little over a month since the surgery and I am VERY HAPPY! I highly recommend Dr. Hedden. He explained and answered all my questions to me and made me and my husband feel comfortable and confident about the surgery. Birmingham is a beautiful place. I was very nervous about travelling to a place I had never been but it very similar to long island. There are lots of shopping plazas that have everything you could need. By day 3 we visited the two malls in Hoover. (beautiful). Everything was inexpensive and easy to find. No issues what so ever, which is something I stressed & worried about leading up to my surgery. Dr. Heddens office is GORGEOUS and super modern. I even treated myself to some botox as it was inexpensive as well. I would def go back to Dr. Hedden after I have my kids for some liposuction and tummy tuck. Absolutely no regrets. People thought I was crazy when I told them I was travelling down south to have my surgery but here in NY they wanted to charged me 8500 for the same procedure. I only paid about 4k for silicone. An additional 1k for airfare for me & my husband (you do need a care giver), 3 days hotel stay and car rental and meals and medication. I saved about 3500 flying down south and had the best care & the amazing results. HIGHLY RECOMMEND HIM!!!!"
"Botox Results - Birmingham, AL - I was told to come in the side door for VIP treatment for Botox immediately I was put into a room and taken care of by Dr. Hedden's assistants. Dr. Hedden came in to examine me for my problematic areas, and truly knew exactly what I was looking for.My results look amazing, hands down Dr. Hedden is the best!!!!"
"i love dysport - Birmingham, AL - Ive had botox several times to lift my eyebrows. I used dysport this time and it actually kicked in quicker than botox. As always i love my results at HPS. I love the way dr hedden uses two syringes for my glabella and crows feet to give my lateral brow an arch. Not knowing much about dysport Dr Heddens recommendations gave me exactly the result i was looking for. CFH"
"Implant Exchange and Tummy Tuck - Birmingham, AL - Although Dr. Hedden did not do my original BA, I had heard about him from a friend that had hers exchanged and loved him. So I called for an appointment for myself and my daughter that was wanting a BA. We had no problem getting an appointment and being seen by Dr. Hedden, and ultimately scheduled surgery within the next 10 days. The nurses and staff were very informative and assisted in any way possible. Carol a nurse there even helped me get an appointment with a MD to get clearance for surgery. I have also had Botox and Juvederm at other facilities, but this will now be my place of choice for any procedure. Very satisfied."
"My Botox Visit - Birmingham, AL - I went to Dr Hedden to get Botox. It has been 2 weeks since my visit and I am extremely happy with the results!!! Not only are the results amazing but so was the staff and Dr. Hedden. They were all very polite, friendly and attentive. I wasn't made to wait long and when Dr. Hedden came in he was very informative and answered all my questions, and believe me I had a lot. HE was very patient with me, I was a nervous first timer, and he made made me feel at ease. The procedure itself was easy and over fairly quickly. Dr. Hedden is forever my Botox guy. Thanks so much everyone at HPS!!!!!!"
"Botox and Juvederm -Birmingham, AL - I recently went to Dr.Hedden for wrinkles and lip augmentation. He explained all the risk and benefits with me and he decided that Botox and juvederm would be the best for me. He and his staff were amazing they answered all my questions and were so nice! I will be back for further procedures and have told all my friends to go see him.M.Wills"
"Awesome Results!! - Birmingham, AL - I recently went to Hedden Plastic Surgery for Botox. The facility is beautiful! Also the staff was very polite and down to earth! My experience was fantastic. Dr Hedden took time to listen to my concerns and the correction I was looking for. I wanted my glabella and crows feet area injected to raise my eyebrows. He achieved the result I was looking for! CMF"
"Smooth out Those Wrinkles - Birmingham, AL - I went to Dr Hedden for Botox and I just wanted to let everyone know about my experience! Everyone from the front desk up through Dr Hedden himself was so accommodating, helpful, friendly, and knowledgable. This is the best experience I have ever had with any cosmetic surgery center! I will definitely use Dr Hedden for all of my future cosmetic needs."
"Great Injectable Experience at Hedden Plastic Surgery -Birmingham, AL - I had one of the best experiences with Dr. Hedden and the staff at Hedden Plastic Surgery. I recently made an appointment for my first injectable treatment with Dr. Hedden for Botox. Being a very conservative person, I didn't want my treatment to make my face look frozen or stiff and still wanted a natural look minus the fine lines and "11's" on my forehead. Dr. Hedden and his staff were extremely knowledgeable and great at listening to all of my concerns and explaining any questions I had. It is an extremely busy practice, so it is really comforting to know that Dr. Hedden still takes the time to listen and explain. I will definitely be using Dr. Hedden again in the future for all of my injectables!!!"
"Love my Botox -Birmingham, AL - I had botox treatment in my forhead, crowsfeet and in between eyebrows.I had it done once before between the brow area and the results were wonderful. I made the appointment, and was so impressed with the doctor, and his staff. After discussing all of my options,we decided to use Botox.There was minimal to no discomfort at the time of injection.Botox is the best thing I have ever discovered!"
"Botox my New Addition - Birmingham, AL - I didnt have Botox done for over a year. Now I need to start over. After you have Botox often, you can spread appointments and get it less often. I couldn't wait to get BOTOX. The injections were close to painless and the Botox took affect within a day or two. I'm very pleased with the results He was very professional, helpful, and I am excited to see the results! It was clear that he tailored his approach to patients .Also the prep for Botox , made it virtually painless.. Will definitely continue Botox Highly recommend Botox :)"
"Exceeded Expectations!!! -Birmingham, AL - I had Botox for my crow's feet and glabella area with Dr. Hedden. He exceeded my expectations in every way possible. I love his spunky personality and bedside maner. I would recommend Dr. Hedden to my friends and family. Thank you, Dr Hedden and staff for making this a wonderful experience......... Penelope Pope :-)"
"First Visit - Birmingham, AL - I saw Dr. Hedden to get botox for the first time. His staff was so friendly and I was in and out quickly. Dr Hedden took time to discuss what I was hoping to acheive and calm my nerves. I am so happy with my results! It looks great! I will definitely be back and highly recommend him and his practice."
"Injectables - Birmingham, AL - I had my botox done a few days ago by Dr Hedden and I absolutely love it! "
"From a Satisfied Patient - Brimingham, AL - I was so nervous about getting Botox for the first time! I'm in my thirties and just felt like I needed a little pick-me-up! The numbing cream was great and it was a huge help."
"Botox - Birmingham, AL - I recently received Botox with Dr. Hedden and couldnt be happier with my results. He was very professional and understanding of my concerns. We went over all areas I felt needed improvement and he made sure all my questions were answered. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable as well. My overall experience was great! MD"