Dr. Gilpin’s Facial Plastic Surgery Work Featured in a National Medical Journal
Posted July 22, 2026 in Our Office
Dr. David Gilpin of Gilpin Facial Plastics in Nashville, TN was recently featured in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. His clinical case results were included in a 2026 scoping review examining the use of recombinant platelet derived growth factor, known as PDGF-BB, in tissue repair and regenerative medicine.
For patients, this recognition is a meaningful signal. It means the techniques Dr. Gilpin uses in his Nashville practice are being studied and referenced by leaders in the plastic surgery field.
What Was the Journal Feature About
The review, published in the April 2026 issue of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, took a close look at pure PDGF BB, a growth factor that has been studied in medicine for decades. This growth factor plays a natural role in helping the body heal and regenerate tissue, and it has already been used in several FDA approved treatments for wound healing, bone regeneration, and gum tissue repair. More recently, it has been introduced into medical aesthetics as a way to support skin healing after certain procedures.
The authors described it as one of the most comprehensive looks yet at how PDGF BB is being used safely across plastic and reconstructive surgery. As part of that discussion, they cited case documentation from Dr. Gilpin showing pure PDGF applied following a deep plane facelift, an upper eyelid surgery, an aggressive ProFractional laser treatment, and a microlaser peel. These images and outcomes helped illustrate how growth factor therapy may support healing when combined with facial rejuvenation procedures.
Why This Matters for Patients
It is easy to see credentials on a website and assume every practice offers the same level of expertise. A journal feature like this one is different. It reflects that Dr. Gilpin’s clinical results were considered valuable enough to include in a peer reviewed publication read by plastic surgeons and researchers nationwide.
For patients considering a facelift, eyelid surgery, or laser skin treatment, this recognition offers some reassurance. It suggests that the surgeon guiding your treatment plan stays closely connected to current research rather than relying only on outdated methods. Dr. Gilpin has always been intentional about incorporating recovery focused innovations into his practice, and this feature reflects that ongoing commitment.
This review summarizes existing evidence rather than guaranteeing specific outcomes. Every patient heals differently, and growth factor therapy is one tool among many that may support healing. Dr. Gilpin and his team will always discuss realistic expectations with you during a consultation, since no two faces or recovery timelines are exactly alike.
A Track Record Built on Continued Learning
This journal feature adds to a long list of professional recognitions for Dr. Gilpin. He has been featured in Nashville Lifestyles, named a RealSelf Top Doctor, selected as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for six consecutive years, and chosen by Allergan to host the official Allergan Botox Day celebration two years in a row. He also speaks at national conferences, sharing his knowledge with fellow facial plastic surgeons.
What ties all of this together is a genuine commitment to learning. Whether he is refining his approach to a facelift, exploring new laser skin treatments, or staying current on research like the PDGF BB review, Dr. Gilpin’s goal has always been the same. He wants his Nashville patients to receive care that is thoughtful, informed, and personalized to their unique features and goals.
If you are exploring facial rejuvenation, whether that is a facelift, eyelid surgery, or a non-surgical laser treatment, it helps to work with a surgeon who is skilled in the operating room and engaged with the research shaping the future of the specialty. Dr. Gilpin brings both, along with a warm and approachable style that puts patients at ease. Recognition in a national journal is a wonderful milestone, but what matters most is how that knowledge translates into safe, natural looking results for every patient who trusts us with their care.
Schedule Your Consultation With Dr. Gilpin
If you would like to learn more about facelift surgery, eyelid rejuvenation, laser skin treatments, or any of the other services offered at Gilpin Facial Plastics, we would love to hear from you. Fill out our online contact form to schedule a consultation with Dr. Gilpin and take the next step toward refreshed, natural looking results guided by an experienced, nationally recognized facial plastic surgeon in Nashville, TN.
Dr. David Gilpin is Nashville's most accomplished dual board-certified facial plastic surgeon and the founder of Gilpin Facial Plastics, the city's largest facial plastic surgery and medspa practice. With advanced fellowship training under one of the world's leading experts in facial plastic surgery, Dr. Gilpin brings extensive knowledge, skill, and experience to every procedure he performs. He is particularly recognized for his expertise in facelift plastic surgery, delivering natural-looking facelifts that enhance facial harmony while preserving each patient's unique features. Committed to continual learning and innovation, Dr. Gilpin stays at the forefront of facial rejuvenation techniques to provide patients with the most advanced and cutting-edge facelift procedures available.
Renowned for his personalized approach to both surgical and non-surgical facial procedures, Dr. Gilpin is known for achieving refined, long-lasting, and natural results. He has been featured in Nashville Lifestyles, recognized as a RealSelf Top Doctor, and regularly serves as a national speaker, sharing his expert knowledge with peers across the country. His clinical work has also been featured in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, where his case results were cited in a 2026 review on the use of recombinant platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF-BB) in tissue repair and regenerative medicine. Handpicked by his peers as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for the past six years and selected by Allergan to host the official Allergan Botox Day celebration two years in a row, Dr. Gilpin is trusted by A-list clients and respected colleagues alike. His leadership, experience, and compassionate care firmly establish him as one of the most sought-after facial plastic surgeons in Nashville, TN, and the eastern United States.
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