YOU & Improved
YOU & Improved
Maybe you’ve been thinking about Botox for a while. Maybe you already know what you’d like to change about your nose, eyelids, or jawline. You might have photos saved, questions ready, or just a feeling that something is out of balance. Bring it all with you. Now comes the best part: discovering what’s possible, what suits your face, and what’s truly worth doing.
At Kerolus Facial Plastic Surgery, Julia Kerolus, MD, FACS, brings a face-only focus to cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, injectables, skin treatments, and care for facial paralysis. She is a double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Atlanta, GA, trained to understand how your skin, muscles, nerves, cartilage, and bone all work together. She knows this is your face, so every conversation is personal, comfortable, and honest.
Dr. Kerolus listens carefully, studies your face both at rest and in motion, and explains what each option can realistically change. Sometimes surgery is the answer. Sometimes a small treatment is enough. Sometimes it’s best to leave an area as it is. Once you have a plan, she stays involved from your first visit through recovery, giving you direct access during healing.
Facial plastic surgery includes cosmetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, nose, eyelids, ears, jawline, and neck. Facial plastic surgeons start with head and neck surgery training, then complete advanced training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. This background connects how you look with how everything works, allowing for careful planning around the nerves, muscles, cartilage, bone, skin, and deeper tissues that shape your expressions.
Dr. Kerolus is board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. She completed a five-year residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at the University of Illinois Hospital, then pursued an advanced facial plastic surgery fellowship in Beverly Hills with Dr. Paul Nassif and Dr. Babak Azizzadeh. She later directed the Facial Nerve Center at the University of Illinois and remains involved in training surgeons at Emory University.
This training really matters during your consultation. For example, a heavy upper face might be caused by your brow position, extra eyelid skin, or both. A softer jawline could come from loose skin, sagging tissue, neck muscle bands, fat under the chin, or a small chin. Nasal surgery can help with how your nose looks, how you breathe, or problems from past surgeries. Every detail helps shape your treatment plan.
Cosmetic surgery can change a feature or help with visible signs of aging. These procedures might reshape your nose, lift sagging areas, remove extra eyelid skin, or improve how your face and neck look together. Whether you want a subtle change or something more noticeable, your plan always takes your facial anatomy and realistic healing into account.
Reconstructive surgery helps restore how your face looks and works after facial paralysis, injury, skin cancer removal, a condition you were born with, or previous surgery. These procedures may include careful scar placement, restoring nerve and muscle function, covering soft tissue, and protecting nearby structures. Dr. Kerolus’s experience in head and neck surgery and facial plastic surgery supports this focus on both appearance and function.
Nonsurgical procedures target other concerns. Botox can relax certain muscles, fillers restore lost volume, and treatments like microneedling or laser resurfacing improve skin quality. These options usually mean less recovery time than surgery, but they do need ongoing maintenance and can’t match the results of a surgical lift. Dr. Kerolus recommends advanced techniques only when they truly fit your needs. The treatment is chosen after understanding your goals.
Double Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Kerolus chose this specialty because it lets her work with both how the face looks and how it functions. She offers facelift and neck surgery, cosmetic and revision rhinoplasty, eyelid and brow procedures, facial contouring, injectables, skin treatments, and facial nerve reanimation. This wide range means your consultation starts with your concern, not a set treatment.
Dr. Kerolus was named a Top Doctor by Atlanta Magazine in 2024, 2025, and 2026. She has written and taught about facial plastic surgery and helped educate others in eyelid rejuvenation, revision procedures, and facial nerve care. These credentials matter most when they help guide the best decisions for you during your visit.
Dr. Kerolus is straightforward and thoughtful. She wants to know what you’d like to change, how long it’s been on your mind, and what kind of recovery works for your life. She talks about what’s possible before making any promises and encourages second opinions if you’re thinking about surgery. Choosing a facial plastic surgeon is personal, and feeling comfortable with your doctor is important.
If you have surgery, Dr. Kerolus gives you her direct contact information so you can reach out with questions during your recovery. This level of access is part of the personalized care she offers. The same person who plans and performs your procedure stays involved as you heal.
“To me, plastic surgery is about improving what you want improved. I’m here to enhance your confidence in your natural beauty, rather than change the way you look.” — Dr. Julia Kerolus
Facial surgery is most effective when the procedure matches the specific anatomy causing your concern. The six procedures below are some of the most common reasons people visit the Atlanta office, from changes due to aging to issues with nasal shape or heavy eyelids. Sometimes, procedures are combined if concerns overlap. Every plan is made after a thorough exam, medical review, and a clear conversation about recovery.
A facelift lifts facial tissues that have sagged with age and removes extra skin from the lower face. It can help with jowls, a softer jawline, sagging cheeks, and deep folds around the mouth. Modern facelifts support deeper tissues, so the skin is redraped with less tension. Not every wrinkle, pigment change, or area of lost volume is treated by a facelift, so skin resurfacing or adding volume might be discussed as separate options.
Rhinoplasty, or nose surgery, reshapes the bone, cartilage, and soft tissue of the nose. You might want to smooth a hump, refine the tip, adjust the width or projection, or correct asymmetry. Nose surgery can also help with breathing problems like a deviated septum or other blockages. Dr. Kerolus looks at your nose in relation to the chin, lips, forehead, and other features, not just as a separate part.
A neck lift can tighten loose neck skin, remove extra fat under the chin, and smooth visible neck bands. It can be done on its own or with a facelift if both your lower face and neck are affected by aging. Your chin and jaw shape also affect your profile, so the consultation considers the whole area from your lower lip to your collarbone.
A brow lift raises low brows and can help reduce heaviness over your upper eyelids. It may also soften forehead lines and frown lines, though it doesn’t replace Botox for every type of wrinkle. The position of your brows, your hairline, forehead height, and eyelid shape all help determine the best approach.
Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, removes or repositions skin and fat around your upper or lower eyelids. Upper eyelid surgery can get rid of extra skin that weighs down your lids. Lower eyelid surgery can help with under-eye bags and smooth the area between your eyelid and cheek. Brow lifts and eyelid surgery address different concerns, so you may need one or the other, not both.
A deep plane facelift releases certain facial ligaments and lifts the skin, SMAS layer, and deeper tissues all at once. This method can improve sagging cheeks, jowls, the jawline, and deep folds next to the mouth. It’s one of several modern facelift options. Dr. Kerolus recommends it when your anatomy and the amount of correction you want make it the best choice.
A before-and-after gallery is a helpful way to see a surgeon’s work. Don’t just focus on the dramatic changes, look at details like the hairline, ears, eyelids, nose shape, scars, and how the face blends into the neck. Check out front, profile, and three-quarter views if you can. Good results should fit each person’s face, not look the same for everyone.
The Kerolus gallery features real patients who have been treated by Dr. Kerolus. Each result shows differences in anatomy, procedure, healing, and time since surgery. Notice how natural the results look, even as expressions change, and check for any visible scars after healing is complete. A consultation is still necessary to find out what results are realistic for you.
Some concerns are best addressed with nonsurgical treatments. Muscle movement, facial volume, lip shape, skin texture, and collagen loss each respond to different options. Dr. Kerolus uses the same careful approach to nonsurgical treatments as she does in surgery, focusing on facial anatomy. The aim is to use the right amount of treatment in the right area, while being clear about maintenance and limits. Laser resurfacing and other laser treatments may be added if skin texture, pigment, or fine lines are the main issues.
Botox works by temporarily relaxing certain facial muscles. It is often used for frown lines, forehead lines, and crow’s feet, and may be used in other areas of the face or neck depending on the case. The amount and placement of Botox can affect brow position, movement, and expression. Dr. Kerolus starts by looking at your face as a whole to decide which muscles to soften and which movements to keep.
Dermal fillers can add volume or shape to certain areas of the face. Hyaluronic acid fillers are often used in the cheeks, lips, chin, jawline, or other spots, depending on your anatomy and the product chosen. Fillers cannot tighten loose skin or lift tissue that has dropped. If adding volume would make your face look heavier, Dr. Kerolus may suggest surgery, a collagen-stimulating treatment, or no injection at all.
Lip filler can add volume, define the border, balance the upper and lower lips, or correct mild unevenness. Factors like lip length, how much teeth show, movement, and the lower face all affect the plan. Sometimes, a lip flip or lip lift is a better choice, so the consultation begins with what change you want, not just the product name.
Facial balancing uses different treatments to improve the proportions of your face. The plan might include fillers, neuromodulators, fat transfer, a chin implant, rhinoplasty, or another procedure. Dr. Kerolus looks at your face from different angles and thinks about how changing one feature will affect the overall balance.
Microneedling is an injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid that helps your body produce more collagen over time. It is a good option for people with more widespread facial volume loss who want gradual results. Changes appear after several treatments and need ongoing maintenance. Where and how it is placed is important, and it is not used in every area like hyaluronic acid fillers.
Sculptra is an injectable made from poly-L-lactic acid that helps your body produce more collagen over time. It is a good option for people with more widespread facial volume loss who want gradual results. Changes appear after several treatments and need ongoing maintenance. Where and how it is placed is important, and it is not used in every area like hyaluronic acid fillers.
The face is important for expression, identity, feeling, speaking, breathing, and movement. Dr. Kerolus’s experience in reconstructive surgery shapes every cosmetic plan, since the same facial structures affect all these functions.
Dr. Kerolus has special experience treating facial paralysis and synkinesis, using Botox and facial nerve reanimation surgery. Synkinesis happens when facial nerves heal in a mixed-up way after Bell’s palsy, injury, surgery, or other causes. For example, smiling might make the eye close, or moving the eye could pull the mouth. Treatment depends on which muscles and nerves are involved, and may include therapy, targeted Botox injections, or surgery.
The practice also provides skin cancer reconstruction, scar revision, revision facial plastic surgery, and gender-affirming facial procedures. These cases require careful attention to anatomy, realistic planning, and close follow-up. Dr. Kerolus believes that the face should work well and feel right to the person living with it.
Credentials are important, but so is the quality of your experience before and after treatment. Dr. Kerolus offers both specialized training and the personal attention of a small practice. Her advice is based on your unique anatomy, visible concerns, medical history, and how much change you want.
Dr. Kerolus focuses her training and daily work on the face and neck. She looks at how features relate to each other, instead of treating each concern separately. This approach helps with first-time procedures, combined facial rejuvenation, and revision cases where it’s important to understand past changes before planning the next step.
Some people need surgery, some need an injectable or skin treatment, and some just need more time to decide. Dr. Kerolus explains the pros and cons, expected recovery, scars, maintenance, and limits of each option. She may suggest getting a second opinion, choosing a simpler plan, or not having treatment if the benefits do not outweigh the risks.
Care does not end after surgery. Dr. Kerolus stays involved through follow-up visits and gives you her direct contact information for any recovery questions. This way, you always have a clear way to reach the surgeon who knows your case best.
Revision facial plastic surgery requires a close look at what was changed, what healed well, and what tissue is still available. Dr. Kerolus has published and taught in the field, and trained with experts in revision surgery and facial nerve care. Her experience with cosmetic, functional, and reconstructive cases helps her take a careful approach when the next surgery has less room for error.
The first visit is a conversation about your goals. Dr. Kerolus asks what you want to change, when the concern started, and what treatments you have tried before. She reviews your health history, medications, nicotine use, past facial surgery, anesthesia history, and any healing concerns. For facial aging, she looks at skin quality, volume, muscle activity, bone support, and tissue position. For rhinoplasty, she also checks breathing and the inside of your nose.
Photos and an exam help decide what options are best. Dr. Kerolus may compare surgery with nonsurgical treatments, explain which areas can be treated at the same time, and go over what recovery will be like. You should leave the visit knowing the recommended procedure, why it fits your needs, the main limits, and what decisions are still ahead.
You should never feel pressured to decide right away. Most cosmetic facial plastic surgery is elective. It’s a good idea to look at before-and-after photos, ask about board certification and surgical facilities, find out who will provide anesthesia, and meet another surgeon if that helps you feel confident in your choice.
Request Your ConsultationGood facial plastic surgery works with your natural features. This could mean a sharper jawline, brighter upper eyelids, a nose that fits your face better, or better facial movement after nerve injury. Every change should have a clear reason. Results should look natural from different angles and during normal expressions. Looking younger can be a goal, but the final result should still match your age and features.
Results depend on your anatomy, the procedure, healing, and how you care for yourself afterward. Swelling can change your appearance for a while, especially after rhinoplasty or bigger surgeries. Scars take months to mature, and nerves and soft tissues need time to settle.
Dr. Kerolus will talk with you about the expected timeline for your specific procedure, instead of giving a one-size-fits-all recovery promise.
We welcome patients from Atlanta, Buckhead, Vinings, Sandy Springs, Brookhaven, Alpharetta, Roswell, Marietta, and beyond. Our main office is at 1218 West Paces Ferry Road NW in Atlanta. We also have affiliated locations at Eyelid ATL in Atlanta and Aesthetic Specialty Centre in Roswell. Appointment times and services may differ by location.
People comparing plastic surgery If you are comparing plastic surgery options in Atlanta, look at specialty training, focus on certain procedures, and how easy it is to reach your surgeon after surgery. These details matter more than general claims of excellence.ity
Patients share their own experiences, from first-time Botox visits to rhinoplasty, septoplasty, and facial paralysis care. Their stories highlight what matters most after treatment: getting questions answered, breathing better, having support during recovery, and being able to reach Dr. Kerolus when something feels new or uncertain.
A facial plastic surgeon trains specifically in the head and neck, then focuses on cosmetic and reconstructive surgery for the face. A board-certified plastic surgeon is trained to work on both the face and body. When choosing a surgeon, it’s important to look at board certification, fellowship training, experience with the procedure, before-and-after photos, and how well the surgeon communicates.
Yes. Dr. Kerolus is certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery. Having both certifications shows she is trained in facial plastic surgery as well as the medical and surgical care of the head and neck.
The right procedure depends on what’s causing your concern. Botox helps with certain muscle movements. Fillers add volume. Skin treatments improve texture and boost collagen. Facial surgery can reshape bone or cartilage, remove extra skin, or move deeper tissue. During a consultation, we’ll figure out what’s needed and which option matches your goals.
Yes. Botox, fillers, microneedling, Sculptra, laser treatments, and medical skin care can all work alongside surgery if they target different layers of the face. Timing is important. Dr. Kerolus will plan the order of treatments based on healing, swelling, your skin’s condition, and the goal of each treatment.
Check the surgeon’s board certifications, training, experience with your procedure, where they operate, their anesthesia plan, and how you’ll reach them after surgery. Look at full sets of before-and-after photos and ask how the surgeon deals with complications or revisions. Getting natural-looking results depends on good judgment as well as skill. Your consultation should explain why a certain technique suits you, without making you feel pressured to decide.
Yes. We offer cosmetic injectables, facial balancing, microneedling, RF microneedling, chemical peels, laser and energy treatments, and other nonsurgical options. Availability may vary by treatment and location, so our office can let you know the current schedule when you book.
You don’t need to know the name of the procedure before you come in. Just bring your main concern, any photos you’ve been looking at, your treatment history, and your questions. Dr. Kerolus will examine your face, go over your options, and share what she thinks is realistic.
If you’re interested in facial plastic surgery or nonsurgical facial care in Atlanta, you can schedule a consultation with Julia Kerolus, MD, FACS, at the West Paces Ferry office.
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Taking care of yourself is about more than just annual check-ups and eating right. You also want to preserve your ability to look and feel your best. If you feel like you have an area that you want to improve through plastic surgery, schedule a consultation with Dr. Kerolus. She will make sure you find the right treatment for your best results.
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