Profile of Sharline Aboutanos, Dr

Dr. Sharline Z. Aboutanos is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. She earned her board certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery. She joined Richmond Plastic Surgeons in 2011. She is committed to caring for her patients and providing them with the most natural and beautiful results possible.

Dr. Aboutanos obtained her bachelor’s degree with honors from the University of Miami in Miami, Florida. She was accepted early to the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, where she earned her medical degree (MD) with research distinction. While attending the University of Miami, Dr. Aboutanos received several awards for research and scholarship, including the highest honor of Iron Arrow Honor Society.

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Procedures of Sharline Aboutanos, Dr ⁽⁸¹⁾

Procedure	Rank in Richmond	Rank in VA	Rank in US
Brazilian Butt Lift Also known as a “Fat Transfer to Buttock” or “BBL”, this procedure uses liposuction to remove fat pockets from undesired areas for insertion into the buttocks for a more lifted and enhanced look. Includes two areas of liposuction.	Ranked in Richmond: 4	Ranked in VA: 2	Ranked in US: 639
Skin Tightening Skin tightening treatments can firm and tighten excess skin caused by aging or weight loss.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 837
Botox Botox works by blocking nerve signals to the muscles, so the injected muscle can’t contract.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 7	Ranked in US: 2082
Facelift Facelift surgery tightens underlying muscles, lifts tissues, sculpts fat, and removes excess skin, to give your face and neck a more youthful appearance.	Ranked in Richmond: 7	Ranked in VA: 29	Ranked in US: 1784
Neck Lift A procedure that improves the look of the neck by redraping sagging, wrinkled skin. In addition, it tightens the skin by removing excess skin.	Ranked in Richmond: 3	Ranked in VA: 9	Ranked in US: 1094
Chemical Peels A chemical peel uses an acidic solution applied to the skin to remove damaged top layers, speed cell turnover, and boost collagen growth for a brighter, more even-toned complexion.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 2	Ranked in US: 1012
Dysport Dysport is an injectable neuromodulator that smooths lines and wrinkles for up to four months.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 5	Ranked in US: 1023
Brow Lift A surgical procedure that removes wrinkled, drooping skin around and above the eyebrows. This lifts the eyebrows and restores them to their appropriate placement.	Ranked in Richmond: 9	Ranked in VA: 18	Ranked in US: 1383
Eyelid Surgery Eyelid surgery tightens and lifts sagging eyelid skin.	Ranked in Richmond: 15	Ranked in VA: 10	Ranked in US: 1722
Mommy Makeover Mommy makeover is a combination of plastic surgery procedures that can help restore your pre-baby body after dramatic changes brought on by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.	Ranked in Richmond: 5	Ranked in VA: 21	Ranked in US: 2072
Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation is a plastic surgery procedure that can enhance your breast size and shape.	Ranked in Richmond: 4	Ranked in VA: 16	Ranked in US: 1840
Fat Transfer A procedure that removes fat from one area of the body via liposuction and transfers it to another area.	Ranked in Richmond: 4	Ranked in VA: 3	Ranked in US: 743
Skin Rejuvenation Skin rejuvenation treatment options include a variety of nonsurgical techniques and cosmetic procedures that are done to correct fine lines, wrinkles, sagging, and brown spots in order to restore the skin.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 2	Ranked in US: 721
Facial Fillers Facial fillers are synthetic or naturally occurring substances injected into the lines, folds, and tissues of the face to decrease the appearance of wrinkles and restore the facial fullness that decreases with age.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 1738
Breast Lift A procedure that lifts the breast tissue and repositions the nipples to remedy sagging breasts.	Ranked in Richmond: 5	Ranked in VA: 13	Ranked in US: 1618
Male Breast Reduction A surgery that reduces the size of male breasts and cuts away extra tissue.	Ranked in Richmond: 5	Ranked in VA: 13	Ranked in US: 1001
Breast Reconstruction Breast reconstruction surgery helps restore a more natural, symmetrical appearance of a breast that has been removed by a mastectomy or altered by a lumpectomy as part of breast cancer treatment.	Ranked in Richmond: 2	Ranked in VA: 4	Ranked in US: 1031
Breast Revision Breast revision surgery makes to improve the appearance of breasts that have been previously operated on.	Ranked in Richmond: 2	Ranked in VA: 4	Ranked in US: 772
Lower Body Lift The lower body lift extends the tummy tuck incision completely around the lower torso, which allows surgeon to lift or resuspend the thighs and tighten the buttocks as well as to execute the traditional tummy tuck.	Ranked in Richmond: 2	Ranked in VA: 9	Ranked in US: 663
Breast Lift A procedure that lifts the breast tissue and repositions the nipples to remedy sagging breasts.	Ranked in Richmond: 5	Ranked in VA: 13	Ranked in US: 1618
Mommy Makeover Mommy makeover is a combination of plastic surgery procedures that can help restore your pre-baby body after dramatic changes brought on by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.	Ranked in Richmond: 5	Ranked in VA: 21	Ranked in US: 2072
Tummy Tuck Also known as an "abdominoplasty” this procedure reduces the size and shape of the abdomen by removing excess fat and skin.	Ranked in Richmond: 2	Ranked in VA: 10	Ranked in US: 520
Skin Cancer Treatment Skin cancer treatment depends on the type of cancer, its location and depth, and patient factors like age or other illnesses.	Ranked in Richmond: 2	Ranked in VA: 4	Ranked in US: 437
Skin Tag Treatment Skin tags are painless, noncancerous growths on the skin.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 83
Laser Hair Removal Laser hair removal treatments use light energy to permanently damage or destroy hair follicles—usually on the legs, back, underarms, or face—with the goal of preventing hair from growing back.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 998
Lip Augmentation Lip augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that can give you fuller, plumper lips.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 73
Laser Treatment The fractioned laser beam heats up the tissue causing coagulation and stimulating self-recovery of the hyaluronic acid, collagen and elastin fibres.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 276
Dermabrasion Dermabrasion is an intensive skin-resurfacing procedure performed by a dermatologist or plastic surgeon.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 2	Ranked in US: 148
Rhinoplasty Commonly referred to as a “nose job” this surgical procedure can help correct undesirable ridges, size, shape, or other aspects of the nose. In some situations, this procedure can correct certain breathing problems.	Ranked in Richmond: 12	Ranked in VA: 16	Ranked in US: 1357
Fat Transfer A procedure that removes fat from one area of the body via liposuction and transfers it to another area.	Ranked in Richmond: 4	Ranked in VA: 3	Ranked in US: 743
Skin Lesion Removal This technique involves removing a skin lesion in the deeper levels of the skin down to the fatty layer under the skin.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 85
Arm Lift An upper arm lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that removes excess fat and loose skin on your underarms, eliminating the appearance of “bat wings.”	Ranked in Richmond: 2	Ranked in VA: 6	Ranked in US: 1093
Thigh Lift A procedure that trims away extra excess skin and fat to create more toned thigh contours.	Ranked in Richmond: 2	Ranked in VA: 5	Ranked in US: 819
Juvederm Juvéderm injected beneath the skin, the gel-like substance instantly helps smooth lines and wrinkles, soften creases, enhance facial contours, and restore lost volume.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 910
Facial Rejuvenation Facial rejuvenation is a cosmetic treatment which aims to restore a youthful appearance to the human face.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 13	Ranked in US: 534
Melasma Treatment Melasma treatment include topical peels using alpha-hydroxy acids, as well as microdermabrasion and microneedling.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 8	Ranked in US: 123
Kybella Kybella injections dissolve fat cells to reduce small areas of excess fat.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 857
Latisse Latisse is an eyelash serum that boosts hair growth for longer, thicker, fuller lashes.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 16	Ranked in US: 427
Restylane The Restylane product line of injectable fillers temporarily adds volume to plump lips, lift cheeks, smooth wrinkles, fill in scars and under-eye hollows, and rejuvenate aging hands.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 2	Ranked in US: 926
Facial Implants A facial implant is a small device (made of silicon or another safe material) that plastic surgeon puts underneath your skin during surgery.	Ranked in Richmond: 6	Ranked in VA: 18	Ranked in US: 987
Sculptra Sculptra is an FDA-approved injectable filler that can smooth deep wrinkles like marionette lines, as well as restore volume and firmness to areas like the cheeks and temples.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 411
Ear Pinning Cosmetic ear surgery is a type of plastic and reconstructive surgery that can improve the size, shape, or position of the outer ear by reshaping the cartilage.	Ranked in Richmond: 6	Ranked in VA: 4	Ranked in US: 846
Liquid Facelift A liquid facelift is a nonsurgical procedure that uses injectables to restore facial volume, reduce wrinkles, and rejuvenate the face and give it a more youthful appearance.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 21	Ranked in US: 331
Chin Augmentation A chin augmentation refers to refinement/improvement of the bone contour of the chin area.	Ranked in Richmond: 4	Ranked in VA: 4	Ranked in US: 711
Facial Implants A facial implant is a small device (made of silicon or another safe material) that plastic surgeon puts underneath your skin during surgery.	Ranked in Richmond: 6	Ranked in VA: 18	Ranked in US: 987
Revision Rhinoplasty A rhinoplasty revision is a surgical procedure that aims to correct undesired results or complications that arise after an initial rhinoplasty.	Ranked in Richmond: 3	Ranked in VA: 4	Ranked in US: 260
Voluma Voluma is more dense and perfect for adding volume to the face; such as for cheek or midface augmentation.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 525
Hair Restoration Hair restoration is the hair transplant method which involves extracting a linear strip of hair bearing skin from the back or the side of the scalp.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 195
Hair Loss Treatment Hair loss treatment include medications, hair replacements, and hair restoration.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 132
Belotero Belotero is an injectable hyaluronic acid filler that’s FDA-approved to smooth moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, like marionette lines and nasolabial folds.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 242
Skin Peels Skin peel is a procedure in which a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layers.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 52
Perlane Perlane is a type of dermal filler used by dermatologists for the treatment of wrinkles.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 2	Ranked in US: 5
Mini Facelift A mini facelift is an anti-aging surgery that focuses on sagging skin.	Ranked in Richmond: 3	Ranked in VA: 4	Ranked in US: 308
Hydrafacial A hydrafacial is a multistep facial done with a patented device that uses Vortex-Fusion to cleanse, exfoliate, do pore extractions, and deliver customized serums into the skin.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 300
Microneedling Microneedling is a nonsurgical treatment that penetrates your skin’s surface with tiny needles to improve its appearance.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 690
Fat Injections Fat injection, transfers fat from areas in which you have excess fat and injects it into areas that may be lacking in volume, such as your face, hands, breasts or buttocks.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 131
Brow Lift A surgical procedure that removes wrinkled, drooping skin around and above the eyebrows. This lifts the eyebrows and restores them to their appropriate placement.	Ranked in Richmond: 9	Ranked in VA: 18	Ranked in US: 1383
Endermologie Endermologie is deep-tissue massage treatment used to reduce the appearance of cellulite.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 2	Ranked in US: 17
Vaser Liposuction Vaser liposuction is a surgical fat-removal procedure that uses ultrasonic vibration to break up unwanted fat and free it from the surrounding tissue before it’s sucked out through a hollow tube, called a cannula.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 271
Liposuction A surgical procedure that removes stubborn fat deposits from the legs.	Ranked in Richmond: 3	Ranked in VA: 2	Ranked in US: 270
Facelift Facelift surgery tightens underlying muscles, lifts tissues, sculpts fat, and removes excess skin, to give your face and neck a more youthful appearance.	Ranked in Richmond: 7	Ranked in VA: 29	Ranked in US: 1784
Flap Reconstruction A tissue flap reconstruction procedure is one way to rebuild the shape of your breast after surgery to remove the cancer.	Ranked in Richmond: 2	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 28
Volbella Injections Volbella injections are non-surgical lip augmentation treatment, designed to plump the lips and minimize the appearance of fine lines around the mouth, also known as perioral rhytids or perioral lines.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 235
Juvederm Ultra Juvederm Ultra is primarily used to treat medium-depth wrinkles, such as nasolabial folds and marionette lines, smooth out depressed scars, and enhance lips.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 154
Eye Lift An eye lift is a surgical procedure that reduces bagginess from lower eyelids and removes excess skin from the upper eyelids.	Ranked in Richmond: 4	Ranked in VA: 4	Ranked in US: 217
Eyelid Rejuvenation Eyelid rejuvenation surgery lifts and tightens the sagging upper eyelid skin.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 106
Dermaplaning Dermaplaning is a skin rejuvenation treatment that’s done in-office by a dermatologist or aesthetician, who uses a surgical scalpel to gently scrape away dead cells and vellus hair from your skin’s surface.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 344
Post-Bariatric Body Contouring Body contouring following massive weight loss are procedures performed by plastic surgeons to eliminate and/or reduce excess post-bariatric surgery.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 125
Rhinoplasty Commonly referred to as a “nose job” this surgical procedure can help correct undesirable ridges, size, shape, or other aspects of the nose. In some situations, this procedure can correct certain breathing problems.	Ranked in Richmond: 12	Ranked in VA: 16	Ranked in US: 1357
Microdermabrasion A microdermabrasion treatment gently removes the top layer of dead and damaged skin cells and vacuums them away.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 507
Laser Skin Treatment Laser skin treatment delivered with a fractional laser, which leaves microscopic columns of untreated tissue throughout the treatment area.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 159
Melanoma Treatment The best treatment for melanoma depends on the size and stage of cancer, overall health, and personal preferences.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 68
Acne Scars Treatment Might improve the appearance of your skin, depending on your scar type, your skin type and the severity of the scarring.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 2	Ranked in US: 53
Mole Removal Most unwanted moles are surgically removed, cut out via punch excision, or shaved off with a scalpel.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 8	Ranked in US: 239
VelaShape VelaShape is a noninvasive body contouring treatment that’s been cleared by the FDA for temporary cellulite reduction, as well as the circumferential reduction of the thighs and abdomen.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 41
Craniofacial Surgery Craniofacial surgery is a surgical subspecialty that deals with congenital and acquired deformities of the head, skull, face, neck, jaws and associated structures.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 22
NeoGraft NeoGraft is an FDA-cleared device that’s used to harvest individual donor hairs for follicular unit extraction hair transplant surgery.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 2	Ranked in US: 65
Eyelid Surgery Eyelid surgery tightens and lifts sagging eyelid skin.	Ranked in Richmond: 15	Ranked in VA: 10	Ranked in US: 1722
TRAM Flap Breast Reconstruction The TRAM Flap breast reconstruction procedure uses tissue and muscle from the tummy.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 59
Facial Fat Transfer An injection procedure where fat is harvested from the abdomen using liposuction, purifying it, and then injecting it into the target areas of the face to create fullness and a younger appearance.	Ranked in Richmond: 3	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 293
Non-Surgical Rhinoplasty Non-surgical rhinoplasty consists of injecting a filler ingredient, such as hyaluronic acid, underneath your skin to temporarily change the structure of your nose.	Ranked in Richmond: 1	Ranked in VA: 1	Ranked in US: 74