Dr. Jonathan Zelken, MD

Jonathan Hart v. City of Santa Monica, California, et al.

Expert Witness

2020-06-22

Preventing nasal airway collapse with irradiated homologous costal cartilage versus expanded polytetrafluoroethylene: a novel animal model for nasal airway reconstruction

Journal Article

Computer-aided design and three-dimensional printing improves symmetry in heminasal reconstruction outcomes

Journal Article

ALT Flaps

Book Chapter

Facelift Closure Technique - Newport Beach, CA

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Lindsay Lohan 2024 - She did not have surgery.

Dr. Zelken reports significant appearance changes in Lindsay Lohan's recent photos Denies evidence of surgical intervention: no visible scars, persistent smile block present Recalls father's statement confirming no plastic surgery performed Lohan confirms seeing dermatologist in Dubai Current Non-surgical Changes: Weight loss Dissolution/loss of previous fillers Resolution of previous thread lifts Improved facial aesthetics with artistic filler placement Reduction in lower midface volume Improvement in nasolabial folds Objective Findings: Persistent small mole under left eye unchanged Improved appearance of lower eyelids Enhanced skin quality Reduced appearance of crow's feet Assessment: Natural facial rejuvenation without surgical intervention Current treatments might include: • CO2 laser treatments • PRFM/PRP injections for under-eye area • Botox for crow's feet • Strategic filler placement • Skin resurfacing procedures Let's not forget about wellness and peace of mind.

Custom Jawline Implants in 2025: Perfecting Facial Bone Structure in Plastic Surgery

Custom Facial Implants for Jaw and/or Chin Augmentation | Newport Beach, CA. Custom jaw implants are becoming increasingly sought after by patients who’ve undergone orthognathic (bimax) surgery. While orthognathic surgery is life-changing for improving functionality, such as bite alignment and airway issues, it often falls short in achieving the desired aesthetic harmony. This is where custom jaw angle implants come into play, transforming two-dimensional enhancements into three-dimensional perfection. Orthognathic surgery repositions the mandible by reshaping its three-dimensional "ring-like" structure, often addressing functional issues but leaving the gonial angles (jawline) untouched. For many patients, this results in a profile improvement without sufficient lateral width or gonial definition. In my experience, this can create irregularities, such as asymmetry, weak mandibles, or palpable step-offs near the osteotomy sites. Custom jaw implants, especially those made from durable materials like PEEK, allow us to address these residual concerns with unparalleled precision. From correcting asymmetries and augmenting gonial angles to improving overall jawline projection, these implants are tailored using advanced imaging to restore and enhance balance and aesthetics. This video highlights how custom jaw implants complement previous orthognathic surgeries, offering both functional and aesthetic benefits that go beyond what silicone implants or standard surgery can achieve. Watch now to see how we bridge the gap between structural correction and aesthetic enhancement with cutting-edge techniques. Related Videos from Jonathan Zelken MD YouTube Channel: "Custom Jawline Implants: What You Need to Know" "PEEK Implants vs. Silicone: Why Material Matters" "Orthognathic Surgery and Cosmetic Enhancements: A Perfect Pairing" "Gonial Angle Augmentation: A Game-Changer for Jawlines" "The Art of Asymmetry Correction in Facial Surgery" Contact Information: Dr. Jonathan Zelken MD 1617 Westcliff Drive, Newport Beach, CA, 92660 (949) 432-4730 Instagram: @jonathanzelkenmd YouTube: Jonathan Zelken MD TikTok: @jonathanzelkenmd Website: zelkeninstitute.com Topics Discussed in This Video: The limitations of orthognathic surgery for aesthetic jawline enhancement Why patients seek jaw implants after bimax surgery The importance of three-dimensional contour correction Advantages of PEEK over traditional implant materials Case studies showcasing custom jaw implant transformations #JawAugmentation #CustomJawImplants #OrthognathicSurgery #BimaxSurgery #FacialAesthetics #GonialAngleEnhancement #JawlineSurgery #FacialSurgery #OrthognathicRevision #PEEKImplants #MandibleSurgery #JawlineGoals #PlasticSurgeryNewportBeach #FacialReconstruction #DrJonathanZelken

Cornell University

Bachelor of Arts

Tufts University School of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine

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Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital (Taoyuan City, TW)

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The Johns Hopkins Hospital (Baltimore, MD)

Research Associate

Hospital for Special Surgery (New York, NY)