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Dr. Grady Core, deep plane facelift surgeon in Birmingham, USA

Dr. Grady Core, FACS

Deep plane facelift surgeon · Birmingham, USA

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Dr. Grady Core, FACS is a deep plane facelift surgeon in Birmingham, USA, listed on DEEPPLANE™ from public sources.

Board certification
ABPS(as listed in public sources)
Experience
20+ years(as listed in public sources)
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Board certification
ABPS (as listed in public sources)
Medical school
Tulane University (as listed in public sources)
Society memberships
ASPS (as listed in public sources)

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4.8from 116 reviews · as of September 15, 2026

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$35,000 – $75,000

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Deep Plane Facelift · typical in USA

$35,000 – $75,000

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Pricing details
Published Research

Peer-reviewed papers indexed in PubMed and OpenAlex. Most recent 5 of 33 on record.

  1. 44. 32 Years’ Experience With Endoscopic-assisted Forehead Rejuvenation: Evolution Of An Algorithmic Multiplanar Approach
    Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Global Open · 2025 · first author
  2. Effective Recontouring of the Neck by Complete Platysmal Transection.
    Aesthetic surgery journal · 2025 · senior author
  3. Minimal Access Lateral Approach in Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty for Three-Dimensional Recontouring
    Clinics in Plastic Surgery · 2024 · first author
  4. Commentary on: The Ponytail Lift: 22 Years of Experience in 600 Cases of Endoscopic Deep Plane Facial Rejuvenation
    Aesthetic Surgery Journal · 2024 · first author
  5. Commentary on: Practice Patterns: An American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) Member Survey, 2000 and 2020—How Much Has Browlifting Changed?
    Aesthetic Surgery Journal · 2023 · first author

Dr. Grady Core is a board-certified deep plane facelift surgeon based in Birmingham, USA. With 20+ years of experience. Rated 4.8/5 based on 116 Google reviews.

About

With more than two decades of surgical practice and recognition as one of the early developers of endoscopic plastic surgery techniques, Dr. Grady Core has built a focused career in facial rejuvenation in Birmingham, Alabama. As of July 2026, Dr. Core continues to practice at Core Plastic Surgery, where facial procedures form a central part of their work.

Dr. Grady Core is a plastic surgeon based in Birmingham, USA, who specializes in the deep plane facelift and blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery). Dr. Core's practice reflects a long-standing interest in facial aging and the surgical methods used to address it.

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Dr. Core is listed as board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, one of the recognized credentialing bodies for the specialty in the United States. This certification reflects formal training and examination in plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Their medical education was completed at Tulane University, a well-regarded institution in the American South. This academic foundation preceded a career that now spans more than 20 years of clinical work.

Dr. Core is recognized within their field partly for early contributions to endoscopic, or minimally invasive, plastic surgery techniques. This background in refined surgical methods carries over into Dr. Core's approach to facial rejuvenation.

The deep plane facelift represents a more advanced approach to addressing facial aging. Rather than tightening only the skin, this technique repositions the deeper structures of the face for a more natural, lasting outcome.

Dr. Core focuses much of their facial work on the deep plane technique, which works beneath the SMAS (the superficial musculoaponeurotic system, a supportive layer of tissue and muscle in the face). This deeper approach aims to restore facial contours rather than simply pull the skin.

Blepharoplasty forms the second pillar of Dr. Core's facial practice. Upper and lower eyelid surgery can address heaviness, puffiness, and sagging that often accompany the aging process around the eyes.

Their practice, Core Plastic Surgery, offers a broad menu of aesthetic services beyond facial surgery, including medical spa treatments and hair restoration. This breadth allows patients to consider comprehensive rejuvenation under one roof.

Dr. Core is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, a professional organization that connects surgeons across the specialty. Membership in such societies reflects ongoing engagement with the wider surgical community.

Patients considering facial surgery in Birmingham often value a surgeon who combines experience with a measured, individualized approach. Dr. Core's long tenure allows Dr. Core to tailor procedures to each patient's anatomy and goals.

Recovery is a significant consideration for anyone weighing a deep plane facelift. Dr. Core's practice guides patients through the healing timeline, from the early weeks of swelling through the gradual emergence of final results over several months.

Birmingham, Alabama, offers a comfortable setting for facial surgery within the American South. The city combines a growing medical community with a relaxed regional character that many patients find reassuring during recovery.

Dr. Core's emphasis on facial rejuvenation reflects the broader shift in modern plastic surgery toward natural-looking results. The deep plane facelift, in particular, aims to avoid the overly tight appearance associated with older techniques.

For women in the 55-to-65 age range considering facial rejuvenation, Dr. Core's combination of board certification, extensive experience, and specialized focus on the deep plane facelift and eyelid surgery provides a foundation for informed decision-making. Dr. Core's Birmingham practice welcomes those exploring their surgical options.

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With more than two decades of surgical practice and recognition as one of the early developers of endoscopic plastic surgery techniques, Dr. Grady Core has built a focused career in facial rejuvenation in Birmingham, Alabama. As of July 2026, Dr. Core continues to practice at Core Plastic Surgery, where facial procedures form a central part of their work. Dr. Grady Core is a plastic surgeon based in Birmingham, USA, who specializes in the deep plane facelift and blepharoplasty (eyelid…

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Quick Facts: Dr. Grady Core

Specialization
Deep Plane Facelift
Location
Birmingham, USA
Experience
20+ years
Google Rating
4.8/5 (116 reviews)

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Dr. Core's Surgical Approach

Dr. Grady Core performs the deep plane facelift by working beneath the SMAS layer to reposition the deeper facial tissues rather than simply tightening the overlying skin.

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Dr. Core's Credentials & Training

Dr. Grady Core is listed as board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), one of the recognized credentialing bodies for plastic and reconstructive surgery in the United States.

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Patient Reviews & Reputation

According to available Google review data, Dr. Grady Core holds a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 109 reviews, with five detailed reviews cached for analysis.

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How Dr. Core Compares

Within Birmingham's small group of four deep plane facelift surgeons, Dr. Grady Core sits among the established practitioners by length of practice and specialization.

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CREDENTIALS

Credentials & Experience

Board-Certified

ABPS

American Board of Plastic Surgery

Society Member

ASPS

American Society of Plastic Surgeons

Fellowships

FACS

Fellow of the American College of Surgeons

Medical School

Tulane University

Years of Experience

20+ years

PRICING

DEEPPLANE estimate

Deep Plane Facelift in USA

DEEPPLANE estimate for USA: not this surgeon's quote Dr. Grady Core has not published a price on DEEPPLANE™.

$35,000 – $75,000

Languages

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Research & Publications33 peer-reviewed

10-Year Experience with Endoscopic Breast Augmentation

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (2005)

RECONSTRUCTION OF A LARGE THORACOABDOMINAL WALL DEFECT

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (1998)

ENDOSCOPIC INSTRUMENTATION AND EQUIPMENT FOR FACIAL AESTHETIC SURGERY

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (1997)

Update on Endoscopic Abdominoplasty

Seminars in Plastic Surgery (1997)

Endoscopic Techniques in Coronal Brow Lifting

Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1996)

Endoscopic abdominoplasty

Operative Techniques in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1996)

Complications in Endoscopic Plastic Surgery

Clinics in Plastic Surgery (1995)

Endoscopy in Plastic Surgery

Clinics in Plastic Surgery (1995)

Preface

Clinics in Plastic Surgery (1995)

Endoscopic Browlift

Clinics in Plastic Surgery (1995)

Serratus Anterior Intercostal Nerve Graft

Annals of Plastic Surgery (1995)

Endoscopic Techniques in Coronal Brow Lifting

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (1994)

The Radial Forearm Flap Donor Site

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (1993)

The Radial Forearm Flap Donor Site

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (1993)

Peripheral Nerve Injury in the Free TRAM Procedure

Seminars in Plastic Surgery (1993)

The Last Word

Seminars in Plastic Surgery (1993)

The Turbo Gracilis Myocutaneous Flap

Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery (1992)

Practice Location

Core Plastic Surgery

Birmingham, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Grady Core

What procedures does Dr. Grady Core specialize in?
Dr. Grady Core specializes in Deep Plane Facelift, Upper Blepharoplasty, practicing in USA. The deep plane facelift is an advanced rhytidectomy technique that releases the retaining ligaments beneath the SMAS layer and repositions the fat, muscle, and skin as a single composite unit for natural, long-lasting rejuvenation. With more than two decades of surgical practice and recognition as one of the early developers of endoscopic plastic surgery techniques, Dr. Grady Core has built a focused career in facial rejuvenation in Birmingham, Alabama. As of July 2026, Dr.
Is Dr. Core board certified?
Dr. Core is listed as board-certified by ABPS, based on publicly available information such as clinic websites, medical society directories, and official registries. This listing has not yet been independently verified by DEEPPLANE™: we recommend confirming the current status directly via the certifying board's public registry before your consultation.
Where is Dr. Core located?
Dr. Core practices at Core Plastic Surgery in Birmingham, USA.
How experienced is Dr. Core with deep plane facelifts?
Dr. Core has 20+ years of clinical experience in facial plastic surgery. Deep plane facelift is a signature procedure within the clinical practice. Board-certified by ABPS, confirming completion of accredited residency training and passage of written and oral examinations. Active member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons, which requires ongoing peer review and continuing education. High-volume specialisation is one of the strongest predictors of complication-free outcomes.
Is Dr. Core verified on DEEPPLANE™?
Dr. Core's profile on DEEPPLANE™ has not yet been verified. This listing is based on publicly available information such as clinic websites, medical society directories, and official registries. The surgeon has a 4.8/5 rating on Google from public patient reviews. Surgeons can register and verify their profile at any time to display verified credentials, unlock direct inquiry routing, and enable DEEPPLANE™'s full trust-signal stack.

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