Dr Gregory J. Vipond, MD, FRCSC in Claremont, California

Name: Gregory J. Vipond, MD, FRCSC
Last name: Vipond
Gender: male
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2007
Years experience: 16
Primary Specialty: Facial Plastic Surgeon
Business: Gregory J. Vipond, MD, Inc.
Address: 1601 Monte Vista Ave.
Address suite: Ste. 200
Phone: +1 909-608-7770
City: Claremont
State: California
Zip Code: 91711
Country: US
Statement: Dr. Gregory Vipond’s approach to facial beauty and rejuvenation is one of symmetry and balance. His goal for every patient is for them to leave his office without appearing to have ever seen him by restoring and enhancing a patient’s natural beauty without leaving having a “done” look.
Consulting Fees: 65$
Has Sponsored Offer : No

Special Offers: 
Offer #1: Galderma Offer
Special Offer Treatments: All treatments
End Time: 12/31/2023
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Clinical Privileges: 
  • Methodist Hospital, Arcadia, California

Gregory J. Vipond, MD, FRCSC

Education: 
  • Undergraduate: BS, Queen’s University, 1998
  • Medical: MD, Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, 2002
Postdoc Training: 
  • Internship: General Surgery, Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, 2003
  • Residency: Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, 2007
  • Fellowship: Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Mittelman Plastic Surgery, Stanford University, Preceptor Harry Mittelman, MD, 2008
Board Certification: 
Gregory John Vipond (ABMSUID – 9000500)
Viewed: 6/18/2009 CST

Day of birth: private

Status: private

Certification:
American Board of Otolaryngology

Otolaryngology – General
Status: Certified

Active Time-Limited Initial Certification 06/01/2008 – 06/30/2018

Education: 2002 MD (Doctor of Medicine)

Location: 11887 Modena Dr
0Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91701-9011 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 34.1121769,-117.6991236

Primary location: 
Location name: Inland Empire
State: CA
Country: US
Map point: 34.9592,-116.4189987
Treatments: 
  • Accent Prime
  • African American Rhinoplasty
  • AlloDerm
  • Asian Rhinoplasty
  • Botox
  • Botox for Migraines
  • Brow Lift
  • Cheek Augmentation
  • Cheek Lift
  • Chemical Peel
  • Chin Implant
  • Chin Liposuction
  • Cleft Lip And Palate Repair
  • CO2 Laser
  • Collagen Injection
  • Dermabrasion
  • Double Eyelid Surgery
  • Dysport
  • Ear Surgery
  • Earlobe Repair
  • Eyelid Surgery
  • Facelift
  • Facial Fat Transfer
  • Facial Reconstructive Surgery
  • Fractional Laser
  • Fraxel Laser
  • Genioplasty
  • Glycolic Peel
  • Hyaluronidase
  • IPL
  • Juvederm
  • Laser Hair Removal
  • Laser Peel
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Latisse
  • LED Light Therapy
  • Lip Fillers
  • Lip Lift
  • Lip Surgery
  • Lipoma Removal
  • Liposculpture
  • Liquid Facelift
  • Lower Facelift
  • Mini Facelift
  • Mole Removal
  • Neck Lift
  • Nonsurgical Facelift
  • Nonsurgical Nose Job
  • Radiesse
  • Restylane
  • Retin-A
  • Revision Rhinoplasty
  • RHA Collection Fillers
  • Rhinoplasty
  • Salicylic Peel
  • Scar Removal
  • Sculptra
  • Septoplasty
  • Silicone Injections
  • Sinus Surgery
  • Skin Lightening
  • Skin Rejuvenation
  • SMAS Facelift
  • Tattoo Removal
  • TCA Peel
  • Voluma
  • YAG Laser

RealSelf Info

Rating: 4.0
Profile views: 9597
Answer count: 190
Review count: 7
2 star count: 1
5 star count: 1
Total star count: 2
Star rating: 2.2929771993549
Anonymous votes: 4
Offer count: 1
Profile created: Jun 18, 2009
Profile modified: Sep 2, 2022
Profile photo modified: Jul 14, 2023
Profile promotion: No
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Free-Claimed
Linked url: https://www.drvipond.com/
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: May 9, 2015
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Inland Empire, CA, US. GPS coordinates: 34.9592,-116.4189987

Latest ratings of treatments

  • Rhinoplasty (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Laser Resurfacing (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Lifestyle Lift (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Facelift (Apr 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Facelift (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Lifestyle Lift (Jul 2022) – Overall rating: 5/5Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Rhinoplasty (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Rhinoplasty (Mar 2021) – Overall rating: 1/5
  • Eyelid Surgery (Jun 2019) – Overall rating: 2/5 (Wait times: 1/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 3/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 1/5, Payment process: 2/5, Time spent with patient: 1/5, After care follow-up: 2/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 1/5, Answered questions: 2/5)
  • Facelift (Oct 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Facelift (Oct 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Lip Augmentation (Oct 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Laser Resurfacing (Nov 2016) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Lip Augmentation (Oct 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Restylane Silk (Sep 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 3/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 4/5, Answered questions: 5/5
  • Restylane Silk (Sep 2015) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 3/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 4/5, Answered questions: 5/5
  • Facelift (Apr 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Facelift (Jan 2013) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Laser Resurfacing (Feb 2012) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Laser Resurfacing (Feb 2012) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Laser Resurfacing (Feb 2012) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Facelift (Aug 2011) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Facelift (Aug 2011) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Eyelid Surgery (Jan 2011) – Overall rating: 2/5 (Wait times: 1/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 3/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 1/5, Payment process: 2/5, Time spent with patient: 1/5, After care follow-up: 2/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 1/5, Answered questions: 2/5)
  • Eyelid Surgery (Jan 2011) – Overall rating: 2/5 (Wait times: 1/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 3/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 1/5, Payment process: 2/5, Time spent with patient: 1/5, After care follow-up: 2/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 1/5, Answered questions: 2/5)
  • Laser Resurfacing (Dec 2010) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Laser Resurfacing (Dec 2010) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)

Latest Prices

Rhinoplasty Prices

  • $7000 – Sep 2023
  • $7000 – Mar 2021
  • $7000 – Mar 2021

Laser Resurfacing Prices

  • $300 – Sep 2023 – Arcadia, CA
  • $300 – Nov 2016 – Arcadia, CA
  • $300 – Feb 2012 – Arcadia, CA
  • $300 – Feb 2012 – Arcadia, CA
  • $300 – Feb 2012 – Arcadia, CA
  • $2500 – Dec 2010 – Arcadia, CA
  • $2500 – Dec 2010 – Arcadia, CA

Lifestyle Lift Prices

  • $8500 – Sep 2023 – Ontario, CA
  • $8500 – Jul 2022 – Ontario, CA
  • $8500 – Dec 2010 – Ontario, CA
  • $8700 – Jul 2010 – Ontario, CA
  • $8700 – Feb 2010 – Ontario, CA

Facelift Prices

  • $8250 – Apr 10, 2013 – Arcadia, CA
  • $8250 – Sep 2023 – Arcadia, CA
  • $8250 – Oct 2018 – Arcadia, CA
  • $8750 – Oct 2018 – Arcadia, CA
  • $8250 – Apr 10, 2013 – Arcadia, CA
  • $8250 – Jan 2013 – Arcadia, CA
  • $8750 – Aug 2011 – Arcadia, CA
  • $8750 – Aug 2011 – Arcadia, CA
  • $12600 – Dec 2010 – Arcadia, CA

Eyelid Surgery Prices

  • $4500 – Jun 2019 – Ontario, CA
  • $4500 – Jan 2011 – Ontario, CA
  • $4500 – Jan 2011 – Ontario, CA
  • $4500 – Jul 2010 – Ontario, CA

Lip Augmentation Prices

  • $770 – Oct 7, 2015 – Claremont, CA
  • $770 – Oct 7, 2015 – Claremont, CA

Other Prices

  • $12600 – Dec 2010 – Arcadia, CA
  • $12600 – Dec 2010 – Arcadia, CA
  • $12600 – Dec 2010 – Arcadia, CA

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Doctor's answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
What's the best way to fix cartilage damage?
Fixing a crooked nose after trauma
Feb 10, 2015
The nose is extremely easy to break and can definitely result in twisted cartilage. In general, this is best corrected with a rhinoplasty surgery. Spreader grafts can be very effective in helping to straighten a crooked septum and can definitely improve your breathing. The most appropriate surgical options would be best determined after a proper consultation. Since it has been over 6 months since the injury, it would be appropriate to perform the surgery at any point. However, it is always...
Shorter nose after rhinoplasty. What should I do?
Lengthening an Asian nose
Feb 10, 2015
In order to lengthen a nose, it is generally necessary to add cartilage to the columella or bottom of the nose. If you had a Gore-Tex graft to the bridge and ear cartilage to the tip, this may improve the height of the bridge and projection of the tip, but it will not make the nose longer, and can actually create the illusion of a shorter nose. Because you are only 17 days out from your surgery, I would not do anything until the nose has completely healed. I would wait at least 6-12 months...
Can use a fillers under my eyes hollows with my puffiness.
Treatment for lower lid hollowing
Feb 9, 2015
The puffiness and hollowing underneath your lower lids can be treated with several options. Artificial fillers with hyaluronic acid, like Restylane, can be used to fill in the hollow. They do attract water to create their volume and this can be exaggerated in people with fluid retention. Thus, it is important to be conservative if choosing this option. Another option is fat grafting to the lower eyelid region. This will help to camouflage the volume loss and should not lead to increased...
2 months post op, I have bumps in left nostril wall of nose. Is this normal?
Nostril bumps after rhinoplasty
Feb 9, 2015
Developing pain in your nose along with a change in appearance can be a normal part of the healing process. However, it is very important for it to be examined to exclude any sort of infection, or in your case, a shift in the position of the silicone implant. I would definitely recommend that you see your plastic surgeon for a more accurate evaluation.
Do rhinoplasty scars inside the nose stay forever or obstruct breathing?
Scarring from rhinoplasty
Feb 9, 2015
While there is always an unavoidable genetic component to healing and scarring, incisions from rhinoplasty tend to heal very well. The incisions inside the nostril are usually quite inconspicuous and should not lead to any difficulty breathing, especially if the surgery is well-performed and the patient takes proper care of the incisions afterward. An external incision across the columella (underneath the tip) can be visible during the early stages of healing, but in general, can be...
Funny question but do I actually have a large nose...?
Should I have a rhinoplasty?
Feb 9, 2015
Whenever a patient is unsure if they should proceed with a surgery, especially when it is cosmetic, I tell them that they can always wait. Rhinoplasty, unlike most of the facial rejuvenation procedures, will change your appearance. The goal is to create a balanced, natural appearance, but the reality is that a rhinoplasty will give you a "new " nose rather than restore a more youthful look. A proper evaluation with a qualified surgeon, along with computer simulation, can help discuss your...
Can my bulbous nose be fixed?
Rhinoplasty for a bulbous nose and thick skin
Feb 9, 2015
Rhinoplasty in patients with thick skin can be a little challenging when trying to create definition and a more-refined tip. It is important to keep the cartilage strong so that it can project into the thicker skin envelope. It is equally important to keep the cartilage strong so that your breathing is as good, if not better, than before surgery. A proper evaluation with an experienced surgeon can help discuss your options and give you a better idea of a realistic outcome.
Can rhinoplasty be beneficial for my large nose?
Rhinoplasty for a large nose
Feb 9, 2015
In the case of a broad nose, rhinoplasty can definitely be effective in decreasing its size and improving definition. Typically this involves contouring the lower lateral (tip) cartilages and decreasing the size of the nasal bridge if there is a small hump. When doing so, it is very important to maintain the structural integrity of the nose so that it will continue to work well and support your breathing. It is also important for the result to fit your face and give you a natural appearance...
Upper & Lower Blepharoplasty? Fillers? Lasers? Combination of each?
Treatment of Dark Circles in Lower Lids
Feb 9, 2015
Although it is hard to give an accurate assessment based on photos, it does appear that you would benefit from treatment to the lower eyelid hollowing, and possibly the upper eyelids. The typical non-invasive method is to use a hyaluronic acid filler along the lower eyelid socket to fill in the valley between the cheek fat and the lower eyelid fat. With thin, fair skin, the artificial fillers can sometimes lead to a swollen, bluish appearance, especially if Juvederm is used. Fat grafting is...
How can I correct an Open Roof Deformity?
Correction of open roof deformity
Nov 18, 2014
There are a few options when trying to correct an open roof deformity. Rebreaking the nasal bones through osteotomies may be the best option. However, in the case of a large open roof that is high on the nasal bridge or dorsum, it may be necessary to use a cartilage graft to act as a surrogate roof to correct the defect. Looking at your photos, it does seem reasonable that osteotomies would help with your defect. However, sometimes the best solution is only evident during surgery and I would...
6 weeks out from a facelift and I woke up with blood/fluid coming out of my ear canal. Is
Blood from ear canal after facelift surgery
Nov 17, 2014
It is very common for some blood to get into the ear canal during facelift surgery. I always clean the ear canals after surgery, but it is possible for small amounts of blood to remain. The skin of the ear canal will help bring the blood to the surface where it can be noticed when cleaning the ear or face. This can happen a number of weeks after the surgery. It is important to see your surgeon just to be sure that there is nothing else going on. With regard to swelling underneath the chin,...
Risks of taking and alka seltzer 3 days prior surgery?
Taking Alka Seltzer before surgery
Nov 17, 2014
In general, it is best to avoid any medications or supplements that can thin the blood at least one week before and after surgery. This includes all aspirin-related products. There are quite a few Alka-Seltzer products and not all of them contain aspirin. You should look at the active ingredients on the bottle label to see if they include aspirin. I would definitely speak to your surgeon and follow his/her advice. The risk of aspirin is excess bleeding during surgery as well as excess...
3 wks post op Fractional Laser, there is not even a slight improvement. Can I expect a mar
Improvement after fractional laser resurfacing
Sep 30, 2014
When it comes to fractional laser resurfacing, there are a number of factors that can affect the amount of improvement that you see. Probably the most important is the type of fractional laser that was used. Fractional lasers are broadly divided into fractional non-ablative and fractional ablative lasers. The non-ablative lasers do not burn the top layer of skin while the fractional ablative lasers do. If you had no crusting after your treatment, then it is likely that a non-ablative laser...
What would be more natural and long lasting; mini face lift or full face and neck lift? (p
Mini versus full facelift
Sep 21, 2014
If you have jowl formation as well as looseness of the neck along with banding of the platysma underneath the chin, you will have the best rejuvenation with a proper face and neck lift with a submentoplasty for the underneath the chin. Mini-lifts can sound appealing as they imply a smaller procedure with less recovery, however they usually provide limited lifting of the face and neck muscles, and consequently, provide a limited rejuvenating effect. While younger patients may have less laxity...
Would a deep plane face lift remove fat graft overgrowth?
Fat Graft Overgrowth
Sep 21, 2014
If you underwent fat grafting and are experiencing hard nodules and increasing growth, I do not think that the recommended deep plane facelift is the correct choice. Hard nodules may be an inflammatory reaction to necrotic fat and could be treated with steroid injection or removal of the nodule. Microliposuction may also be an option, but it is necessary for you to be properly evaluated by an experienced surgeon in order to determine your best options.

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Last updated on 11/23/2023