Welcome to Cynthia Gregg MD | Face & Body Specialists
Welcome to our practice! CYNTHIA GREGG MD, FACE & BODY SPECIALISTS, has been providing plastic surgery and aesthetic services to patients in Cary, Raleigh, the surrounding areas of North Carolina, and across the nation for over twenty years.
Founded by Dr. Cynthia M. Gregg, the practice has treated thousands of patients with both surgical and non-surgical procedures with excellent results. Dr. Cynthia M. Gregg established a culture of trustworthiness and mutual respect that encompasses both employees and patients. The practice is staffed by professional, ethical, giving and compassionate individuals who are committed to their patients, profession, and communities.
We are pleased that you are considering our practice for your cosmetic enhancement or reconstructive services. Our entire staff is available to assist you in realizing your aesthetic goals in our safe, accredited, state-of-the-art facility.
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Cynthia Gregg MD, Face & Body Specialists
Our Board Certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Aesthetic Nurse Injectors, and Licensed Aestheticians are ready to help you meet your aesthetic goals.
PROCEDURES
Dr. Cynthia M. Gregg and her licensed, credentialed, and highly experienced clinical providers help patients restore confidence and a sense of self by providing natural-looking enhancements to their faces and bodies.
CONTACT US
Schedule a consultation with our Board Certified Facial Surgeon, Aesthetic Nurse Injectors, or Licensed Aestheticians
ASK THE SURGEON
Real questions from patients, real answers from our board-certified surgeon
TESTIMONIALSOur Surgeon
Cynthia M. Gregg MD, FACS
FACIAL PLASTIC SURGEON
Dr. Cynthia M. Gregg is a fellowship trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon.
Our Procedures
MAY/JUNE SPECIAL
Ready to love your summer look again?
Hyperdilute Radiesse® targets crepey skin on the arms, legs, and décolletage
— so nothing stands between you and your favorite warm-weather styles.
Purchase a series of 2 treatments* of Hyperdilute Radiesse® and receive a complimentary full-sized Alastin® TransFORM body Treatment with TriHex Technology® to augment your results!**
With only TWO treatments with Hyperdilute Radiesse®, you can lift and tighten crepey skin by stimulating the building of new collagen and elastin. Alastin® TransFORM also helps to reduce crepiness and rebuild your elastin – this dynamic duo will provide the best possible results! Effective on hands, arms, knees, chest***, and neck.
Make NOW your time to eliminate crepey skin! Call our office to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced nurse injectors and enjoy tighter skin!
Special is available through 6/30/2026 while supplies last.
*Both syringes must be used at the same visit, discounted gift cards may not be used for purchase
**A $220 value
***Radiesse® is now FDA-approved for wrinkles on the chest
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Regenerative Aesthetic Medicine
One of the most exciting trends in aesthetic medicine is also one we’ve been pioneering for nearly two decades. Regenerative aesthetics isn’t just a buzzword for us; it’s a philosophy our practice has embraced for over 19 years. This includes our bio-stimulatory injectable fillers, lasers, injecting PDGF+ or microneedling it into the skin, and Ultherapy® and Sofwave™ treatments. All these modalities help stimulate your body’s own natural collagen and elastin production, which is a great thing!
We were early adopters of Ultherapy® and have been performing treatments since 2010. It is a non-invasive procedure with no downtime that is FDA-approved to lift and tighten skin with micro-focused ultrasound. The traditional technique we have used for years targets brows, the full face, and the neck. We treat with at least 2 transducer depths, which allows us to directly image your tissue to ensure we are addressing your concerns.
The V-Lift is a new technique that specifically targets the jawline and lower face. The lift creates an internal “V-Strap” effect which contours the lower face. The V-Lift is performed at the depth of the SMAS (Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System), which is a fibrous tissue below the subcutaneous fat that attaches your facial muscles to your skin. When Dr. Gregg performs a facelift, she moves this tissue. When we do our traditional Ultherapy® treatments, we, of course, treat the SMAS as well. With either protocol, you see your results in 3 to 6 months.
One of the advantages of the V-Lift is that its cost is about half that of traditional treatment, making it an affordable aesthetic option for more clients! Obviously, if you have been happy with the full treatment, we will continue with that every few years. Ask your provider if either should be added to your aesthetic care plan. Summer is a great time to schedule, as there are no sun restrictions before or after treatment. We will have your collagen and elastin boosted for the holidays!
Please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or would like a consultation with one of our experienced clinical providers.
-Nena Clark-Christoff, RN, CANS, Aesthetic Nurse Injector
Product Spotlight
Regenerating Skin Nectar with TriHex Technology® from Alastin®
Skin Nectar is formulated to enhance rejuvenating procedures such as lasers, chemical peels, microneedling, and Facial Surgery. It helps strengthen skin before cosmetic procedures and enhances treatment outcomes by reducing recovery time. Skin Nectar is safe and effective for all skin types.
- Enhances cosmetic treatment results.
- Calms post-procedure skin and helps reduce recovery time with Arnica,
Phytoene, Phytofluene, and Narigenin with Panthenyl Triacetate. - Helps strengthen skin ahead of cosmetic treatments to improve the appearance of smoother, brighter, more youthful-looking skin afterward.
- Water-free, preservative-free, and bacteriostatic formulation.
- Includes TriHex Technology® to support the production of new, healthy elastin and collagen.
“The Skin Regenerating Skin Nectar pairs perfectly with your corrective treatments. It is a powerful wound-healer that effectively minimizes downtime, increases predictability, and optimizes treatment outcomes, all while enhancing texture, tone, and radiance. I am happy to have this as an adjunct to treatments for our patients!” – Kimberly, Licensed Medical Aesthetician
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If you have questions you would like Dr. Gregg to answer, please email them to info@cynthiagreggmd.com, and we will include them in a future Ask The Surgeon Column.
Q: I have been using GLP-1 for weight loss, and I am concerned about the sagging and wrinkles appearing on my face. I am really unhappy with my appearance due to this and want to know if there is anything that can be done to make my face look fuller/healthier?
A: We do have some options for treating these signs of facial aging.
The use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic), tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound), and liraglutide (Victoza), is expected to continue to grow in the US. Currently, up to 12% of Americans report using a GLP-1 for weight loss.
The desired weight loss achieved by patients on GLP-1s is often accompanied by an increase in their facial aging due to volume loss and increased sagging and wrinkling in the skin. This appearance has been called “Ozempic Face.”
Studies are now confirming what clinicians have long noted: the resulting facial aging is not just due to loss of volume in the face, but also to accelerated skin aging. This increased skin aging is attributed to a decrease in the dermal white adipose tissue (DWAT). This superficial layer of adipose tissue can compromise up to 10-20% of the total body weight in lean adults, with the thickness of the layer varying across different regions of the body. Studies suggest that this fat layer is a significant source of adipose-derived stem cells (ADSC). ADSCs play a crucial role in skin regeneration by secreting various essential growth factors and peptides. The possible depletion of this DWAT layer may lead to the reduction of skin integrity by negatively affecting skin rejuvenation.
Treatment of the facial changes that occur with the use of GLP-1s should not only replace volume loss but also target the stimulation of ADSCs in this fat layer. Non-surgical treatments to address this include dermal fillers, biostimulator injectables microneedling, and PDGF+. Those procedures can not only add volume but also stimulate the ADSCs to release growth factors, helping to rejuvenate the skin. PDGF+ placed in the dermis is another way to increase the concentration of growth factors to achieve facial skin rejuvenation.
Studies show that injecting fat in the form of Nanofat is a surgical option to stimulate the creation of new collagen and elastin, leading to improved skin texture, reduced wrinkles, and a rejuvenated appearance. Nanofat is an emulsified microfat harvested from the inner thigh or abdomen and processed in a sterile manner before being injected under the facial skin. Because it is derived from the patient’s own body, it is biocompatible, reducing the risk of allergic reactions and providing a natural-looking result. Additionally, surgical procedures such as a lower facelift or necklift can help improve facial appearance by repositioning and removing any skin and muscle laxity that occurs after weight loss.
Each patient has unique facial anatomy and skin quality. For a patient seeking to reduce the facial aging effects of rapid weight loss, a thorough assessment is needed to determine which option can help meet their aesthetic goals. Our Aesthetic Nurse Injectors are all highly experienced in working with patients who want to address the effects of the “Ozempic Face” to restore their appearance. Call our office or use the Appointment Request Form on our website to schedule a consultation with one of our Aesthetic Nurse Injectors to begin your journey in eliminating the visible effects of rapid weight loss. Should they determine that non-surgical methods will not successfully address your concerns, they will refer you to me to discuss surgical intervention.
– Cynthia Gregg, MD, FACS