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.
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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
September/October SPECIAL
Are you dealing with loose, jiggly skin?
Tighten your lax, saggy skin with the highly effective, non-invasive Sofwave™ treatment!
When you purchase any Sofwave™ treatment, you will receive a complimentary Alastin® post-procedure product* to amplify your skin’s natural regenerative abilities to enhance visible results!
Sofwave™ body treatment: receive either ReFORM and RePAIR Complex ($244) or TransFORM Body($220)*
Sofwave™ face treatment: receive a Restorative Skin Complex ($230) or TransFORM Body($225)*
Sofwave™ neck and décolleté treatment: receive Restorative Neck Complex($146)*
Sofwave™ is effective and FDA-cleared for treatment of: face, neck, arms (bat-wings), thighs, abdomen, and love handles. Utilizing high-frequency ultrasound energy to stimulate collagen production deep beneath the skin’s surface, resulting in firmer, smoother, and tighter skin. Little to no downtime, no injections, no surgery – just tightened and lifted loose skin!
Just think about your little black dress for holiday parties without worrying about loose skin! Call our office now to begin tightening and lifting that loose, annoying skin!
*while supplies last or through 10/31/26
Blog
September is Skincare Awareness Month
National Skin Care Awareness Month is a time to appreciate the largest organ on your body – your skin. Skin Care Awareness Month is a time to honor the skin you’re in, recognize the importance of good skincare practices, and celebrate the incredible journey your skin takes through your lifetime. The timing couldn’t be more appropriate; the start of fall is the perfect time to refocus on skin care, reevaluate your routine, and find the optimal ways to improve and maintain your overall skin health.
Just because summer is over doesn’t mean you no longer need sunscreen! Preventive skin care is a year-round activity, and sunscreen is an integral part. Despite shorter days and cooler temperatures of fall and winter, the sun’s UV rays are just as damaging. To protect your skin year-round, you must keep wearing a broad-spectrum sunblock; we recommend mineral, with an SPF of at least 30.
Some tips for keeping your skin healthy year-round:
- Always extend your products onto your neck and chest; these areas are also exposed to the elements just like your face and age equally.
- The best time to moisturize your body is right after a shower and towel drying, to help retain the moisture on your skin.
- NEVER attempt to perform skin care treatments at home. With social media influence, people are attempting to use products found online for treatments that need to be performed by a licensed medical aesthetician or a certified aesthetic nurse injector with approved equipment and products. This can lead to adverse reactions, injury, or other harmful results; it is not worth the risk to your skin to try professional treatments unless you are a trained professional.
- Have an annual body check by your dermatologist; in addition, do a monthly self-check to watch for new or changing moles or spots. If you notice a spot that is changing in size, shape, or color; bleeding spontaneously; constantly itching; painful; or simply new, contact your dermatologist for an evaluation. Skin cancer can easily be treated when caught early.
Product Spotlight
SkinCeuticals® Enhanced CE Ferulic Serum
This enhanced formula is now boosted by 0.3% Carnosine and 1.0% Endophytol to further promote visible skin longevity, provide additional antioxidant benefits, and fight inflammation.
C E Ferulic ® vitamin C serum maintains its synergistic antioxidant combination of 15% pure vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid), 1% vitamin E (alpha tocopherol), and 0.5% ferulic acid to enhance protection against environmental damage caused by free radicals that can contribute to visible signs of atmospheric aging.
“Skinceuticals® has enhanced their beloved original CE Ferulic formulation with two new ingredients that help further boost skin longevity, antioxidant protection, and inflammation reduction. This new formula is proven to reverse 10 years of signs of aging. As an added bonus, the smell is much more subtle, eliminating the biggest issue with its original formulation.” – 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
