Donald S. Mowlds, MD

Donald S. Mowlds, MD I look forward to meeting you in our beautiful office and discussing the result of your dreams.

My initial interest in plastic surgery came during several trips to rural Guatemala with a team of compassionate, hard-working surgeons and nurses. There I witnessed the life-altering impact of plastic surgery on individuals, families and communities. I remained inspired throughout my extensive education and countless surgeries, always striving to perfect my craft. I received my undergraduate degree from Brown University with Honors in Neuroscience. There, I was captain of the Menโ€™s Golf team, a sport that remains a passion of mine to this day. I received my medical degree (MD) from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, and a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from the Paul Merage School of Business. I completed six years of training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with the Department of Plastic Surgery at the University of California, Irvine, undoubtedly the most comprehensive training program in the country. Over the years, I have worked determinedly to remain at the forefront of the plastic surgery field. As an innovator, I co-invented an implantable product currently used in breast reconstruction around the world. In addition to publishing extensively in the areas of breast cancer and reconstructive surgery, body contouring and facial aesthetics, I have co-authored numerous book chapters with renowned colleagues and traveled the world to lecture and collaborate. Most importantly, I have forged many meaningful bonds with my patients that continue to influence me as a doctor and surgeon.

04/06/2026

Fat grafting to the face is a really nice option if youโ€™re looking to restore volume in a natural way.

I take a small amount of your own fat (usually from the abdomen or thighs), process it, and then carefully place it into areas like the cheeks, temples, or under eyes. ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿผ

Because itโ€™s your own tissue, it tends to blend really well and gives a soft, natural look. It also has some regenerative benefits, so it can help improve skin quality in addition to adding volume.

Overall, itโ€™s a great option for patients who want subtle, long lasting rejuvenation using their own tissue. ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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03/30/2026

Short answer - quite a few! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

Take a listen to some of the things that we can correct in surgery after pregnancy. Hope this helps!

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๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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03/27/2026

An endoscopic brow lift is one of my favorite procedures for patients who feel like their upper face looks heavy or tired.

Using tiny incisions hidden in the hairline and a camera for precision, iโ€™m able to gently elevate the brow and soften forehead lines without the need for a long incision. ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฝ

The result is a brighter, more open eye area that still looks completely natural - not surprised or overdone. It can also improve hooding over the upper eyelids, which many patients donโ€™t realize is actually coming from brow descent rather than just excess eyelid skin.

For the right candidate, this procedure can make a big impact while still being very subtle to othersโ€ฆ people just think you look more refreshed and well rested. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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03/20/2026

Nothing like ending the week in the OR doing what I love! ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ
Endoscopic brow lift for this wonderful patient done โœ”๏ธ

Letโ€™s have a great weekend!

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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03/16/2026

One of the biggest parts of surgical planning is understanding that no body starts out perfectly symmetrical. Small things like spinal curvature, scoliosis, rib cage differences, or natural muscle imbalance can subtly shift how the body sits and moves.

If you donโ€™t account for those things ahead of time, even a technically perfect surgery can look a little โ€œoff.โ€ Thatโ€™s why so much of what I do happens before the first incisionโ€ฆ studying anatomy, mapping things out, and planning around each patientโ€™s unique structure!

The goal isnโ€™t perfection, itโ€™s creating the most balanced and natural result possible for your body. ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿฝ

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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03/06/2026

Gearing up for an eventful Friday in the OR ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

Feeling grateful for my patients and the team of help around me. Letโ€™s have a great day! ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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03/02/2026

Itโ€™s always interesting to see how two women the exact same age can have completely different surgical needs!

Lifestyle, genetics, skin quality, weight fluctuations, and whether someoneโ€™s been pregnant all play a huge role in how the face and body age over time. Some patients may need skin tightening, while others benefit more from volume restoration or muscle repairโ€ฆ Itโ€™s never one size fits all.

This is why personalized treatment planning matters so much. The goal is always to match the procedure to the person, not the number on their birthday. ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿผ

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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02/20/2026

Happy Friday! ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

Aging well isnโ€™t about trying to look like a completely different version of yourself or rewinding the clock overnight. Itโ€™s about keeping the features that make you you supported, balanced, and refreshed as time naturally changes things.

Sometimes that means a little volume here, a little tightening there, or maintaining what you already love. The goal is subtle, natural, and to look in the mirror and still feel familiar. ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿผ

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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02/16/2026

One of the biggest game changers in a tummy tuck, especially postpartum - is the muscle repair. ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

Pregnancy can stretch and separate the abdominal muscles, which makes the waist look wider and the core feel weaker even if youโ€™re back at your pre baby weight. By bringing those muscles back together, weโ€™re not just removing skinโ€ฆ weโ€™re restoring core support and creating a more defined waistline. ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿผ

This is often why patients notice their shape looks so much more sculpted from the front and side after surgery. In this video, I break down how muscle repair works and why it makes such a difference in tummy tuck results.

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
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02/13/2026

Grateful for another week with my awesome patients ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿผ

Canโ€™t wait to show you all the transformations that were made this week.

Have an amazing weekend, everyone! ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
โ€Œ

โญ๏ธ Before & After: Tummy Tuck โญ๏ธ This beautiful transformation is the result of a customized tummy tuck designed to rest...
02/11/2026

โญ๏ธ Before & After: Tummy Tuck โญ๏ธ

This beautiful transformation is the result of a customized tummy tuck designed to restore core contour and remove excess skin after lifeโ€™s changes. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

In her after photos, you can see a smoother, flatter abdomen with improved waist definition and a more balanced side profile. ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿผ

By addressing both skin laxity and tightening the underlying abdominal muscles, i was able to create results that look natural and proportional - not overdone.

The goal is always to enhance whatโ€™s already there while helping my patients feel stronger and more confident in their own skin! Seeing this kind of refined outcome is exactly why I love what I do. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
โ€Œ

02/02/2026

The foundation of a great โ€œafter.โ€ ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿผ

Great start to the week so far. Letโ€™s keep it up! ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿผ

โ˜Ž๏ธ (949) 759-5539
๐Ÿ“ง info@donaldmowldsmd.com
๐Ÿข1441 Avocado Ave, Suite 801, Newport Beach, CA 92660
โ€Œ

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Meet Donald S Mowlds, MD

My initial interest in plastic surgery came during several trips to rural Guatemala with a team of compassionate, hard working surgeons and nurses. There I witnessed the life altering impact of plastic surgery on individuals, families and communities. I remained inspired throughout my extensive education and countless surgeries, always striving to perfect my craft. I received my undergraduate degree from Brown University with Honors in Neuroscience. There, I was captain of the Menโ€™s Golf team, a sport that remains a passion of mine to this day. I received my medical degree (MD) from the University of California, Irvine School of Medicine and a Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from the Paul Merage School of Business. I completed six years of training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with the Department of Plastic Surgery at the University of California, Irvine, undoubtedly the most comprehensive training program in the country. Over the years, I have worked determinedly to remain at the forefront of the plastic surgery field. As an innovator, I co-invented an implantable product currently used in breast reconstruction around the world. In addition to publishing extensively in the areas of breast cancer and reconstructive surgery, body contouring and facial aesthetics, I have co-authored numerous book chapters with renowned colleagues and travelled the world to lecture and collaborate. Most importantly, I have forged many meaningful bonds with my patients that continue to influence me as a doctor and surgeon. I have joined my colleague and friend Dr. Aaron Kosins, who I have known and worked with for the past 10 years, along with his amazing staff in Newport Beach, California. Schedule a consultation and I look forward to meeting you in our beautiful office and discussing the result of your dreams. Donald S. Mowlds, MD, MBA