Plastic Surgeon Near Troy
Board-certified. QUAD A accredited. Over 30 years of experience serving Metro Detroit patients who expect more from their surgeon.
Are you searching for a plastic surgeon in Troy?
Dr. Michelle Hardaway, M.D., F.A.C.S. is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience delivering natural-looking results to patients throughout Oakland County and Metro Detroit. Patients from Troy — whether they live near the Somerset Collection, along the Sylvan Glen neighborhood corridor, or closer to the Oakland Mall district — consistently make the short drive to our Farmington Hills office because the standard of care here is simply not available everywhere.
Every surgical procedure is performed inside our QUAD A accredited onsite operating room with a dedicated Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). There are no shortcuts in our facility, and there are no high-pressure consultations. A consultation fee applies for your initial visit, and all appointments are paid and appointment-based to ensure dedicated time and a personalized plan. We do not accept insurance.
Why Troy Patients Make the Drive to Farmington Hills
Troy sits at the intersection of I-75 and Big Beaver Road — one of Oakland County’s most trafficked commercial corridors — which means residents have no shortage of medical offices advertising aesthetic procedures nearby. But proximity to a clinic is not the same as proximity to a surgeon who has spent over 30 years studying tissue healing, surgical judgment, and the specific anatomy of Metro Detroit patients.
The drive from Troy to our Farmington Hills office typically takes under 20 minutes via I-75 South or M-5. Patients from the Sylvan Glen neighborhood, the West Long Lake Road and Crooks Road corridor, and the Somerset Collection area find the commute straightforward — and consistently describe the experience on the other end as worth every minute.
What they find is a spa-like, state-of-the-art facility where every surgical procedure is performed in a QUAD A accredited operating room, not a converted exam room. They find a CRNA managing their anesthesia from induction through recovery — not a technician administering twilight sedation. And they find a surgeon who will tell them honestly what their anatomy can and cannot achieve, rather than what they want to hear.
Directions from Troy to Our Office
Starting from the Somerset Collection on Big Beaver Road in Troy, head west on Big Beaver Road (M-59) toward I-75. Merge onto I-75 South and continue approximately 7 miles. Exit at 13 Mile Road and head west. Continue to Orchard Lake Road and turn right (north). Our office at 27920 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 is located just ahead on the right. The drive typically takes under 20 minutes with light traffic — a straightforward commute for patients traveling from anywhere along the Troy and northern Oakland County corridor.
Services tailored to the specific needs of Troy patients:
- Mommy Makeover for Troy Patients Reclaiming Their Pre-Baby Silhouette — A combination of procedures — typically abdominoplasty, breast surgery, and liposuction — sequenced and planned specifically for your anatomy, not a generic package.
- Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) with Diastasis Recti Repair for Post-Pregnancy Patients Near the Sylvan Glen Neighborhood — When the separated abdominal muscles common after pregnancy require surgical plication, no non-invasive skin-tightening device can substitute. Structural fascia repair requires a surgeon.
- Natural-Looking Breast Augmentation for Oakland County Patients Who Don’t Want to Look “Done” — Implant selection, pocket placement, and proportional judgment guided by over 30 years of experience and an artist’s eye for the natural silhouette.
- Breast Reduction for Troy Patients Experiencing Chronic Discomfort Along the Big Beaver Road Corridor — Alleviating physical pain and restoring proportion through skilled technique and precise surgical planning.
- Facelift and Facial Rejuvenation for Troy Residents Seeking a Refreshed — Not Radical — Result — Preservation-focused techniques that respect your natural expressions and the way Oakland County patients want to age gracefully.
Understanding the Procedures Troy Patients Ask About Most
Mommy Makeover: Why Combining Procedures Requires Surgical Judgment, Not Just a Menu
A mommy makeover is not a fixed package — it is a sequenced surgical plan built around your specific anatomy. For patients near Troy who have experienced significant physical changes after pregnancy, the combination of abdominoplasty, breast surgery, and liposuction must be planned with careful attention to operative time, recovery sequencing, and realistic expectations.
Dr. Hardaway’s conservative approach means no procedure is added to a plan simply because a patient requests it. Every recommendation is grounded in what your tissue, your healing capacity, and your long-term outcome actually support. Patients who have researched mommy makeover options near Troy and Oakland Mall will find this directness refreshing — and occasionally surprising. That honesty is the point.
Tummy Tuck and Diastasis Recti: The Biomechanical Reality
Non-invasive skin-tightening devices cannot repair separated abdominal muscles. For many post-pregnancy patients in Troy and throughout Oakland County, the visible abdominal laxity they experience is not a skin problem — it is a structural one. Diastasis recti, the separation of the rectus abdominis muscles along the midline, compromises core integrity in ways that no external device can address.
During a full abdominoplasty, Dr. Hardaway performs muscle plication — suturing the separated fascia back together along the midline — before addressing the overlying skin. This is a surgical repair, not a cosmetic enhancement. Understanding the difference between what a tummy tuck actually corrects versus what non-surgical treatments can achieve is one of the most important conversations to have during your paid consultation.
Breast Augmentation: Implant Placement and the Capsular Contracture Question
Implant placement — submuscular versus subglandular — directly affects long-term outcomes and the risk of capsular contracture. For Troy patients exploring breast augmentation, this is the technical conversation most clinics skip. Dr. Hardaway does not.
The dual-plane pocket technique positions the implant partially beneath the pectoralis muscle, reducing the physiological healing response that leads to capsular contracture while maintaining a natural-looking drape of tissue over the implant. The right choice depends on your existing tissue thickness, your frame, and your aesthetic goals — not a standard protocol applied to every patient. This is where over 30 years of surgical judgment becomes the deciding factor.
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The Safety Standard That Separates This Practice from the Alternatives
What does QUAD A accreditation actually mean for a Troy patient? It means every surgical procedure performed at Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Center, Michelle Hardaway M.D. is conducted under the same rigorous safety protocols required of hospital-based operating rooms — not the looser standards that govern many outpatient aesthetic clinics.
QUAD A (American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities) accreditation requires documented emergency protocols, regular facility inspections, credentialed surgical staff, and verified equipment standards. Many clinics advertising aesthetic procedures in Oakland County operate in non-accredited environments where these standards are not mandated.
Our onsite OR is staffed by a dedicated Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) for every surgical case. A CRNA manages intraoperative hemodynamics — monitoring your blood pressure, oxygenation, and anesthetic depth in real time — in a way that twilight sedation administered by non-anesthesia staff simply cannot replicate. For Troy patients anxious about the recovery process, this is the detail that matters most: post-operative nausea, pain management, and recovery trajectory are all directly influenced by the quality of anesthetic care during the procedure itself.
Dr. Michelle Hardaway, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Meet Dr. Michelle Hardaway, Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Center’s Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon.
Dr. Hardaway has been serving Metro Detroit patients — including the Troy and northern Oakland County community — for over 30 years. A Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.), she is board-certified in both Plastic Surgery and General Surgery, and she brings an academic foundation to every procedure: she serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at Wayne State University and previously held the position of Chief of Plastic Surgery at Detroit Receiving Hospital.
Her approach is deliberately conservative. She does not recommend procedures patients don’t need, and she does not pursue results that compromise natural proportion. Troy patients who have consulted with other surgeons in Oakland County often describe their first appointment with Dr. Hardaway as the first time a surgeon listened to their fears rather than redirecting toward a larger treatment plan.
Credentials, Licensing & Governance
All surgical procedures performed at Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Center, Michelle Hardaway M.D. comply with Michigan state licensing requirements governed by the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). Dr. Hardaway holds active board certification through the American Board of Plastic Surgery, and the practice’s onsite surgical facility maintains QUAD A accreditation with all associated inspection and compliance requirements.
License verification for licensed Michigan physicians is available through the Michigan LARA online verification portal.
Dr. Hardaway is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) and a member of The Aesthetic Society — two of the most rigorous credentialing bodies in plastic surgery, both of which require demonstrated competency, ethical standards, and ongoing education for continued membership.
Take the Next Step
If you are researching a plastic surgeon in Troy, the most important decision you will make is not which procedure to pursue — it is which surgeon to trust with your care. Dr. Michelle Hardaway, M.D., F.A.C.S. has spent over 30 years earning that trust from patients throughout Metro Detroit, one honest consultation at a time.
A consultation fee applies. All appointments are paid and appointment-based to ensure dedicated time and a personalized plan. We do not accept insurance.
Troy and Oakland County neighborhoods served: Sylvan Glen, Troy Historic Village, Big Beaver Road Corridor, West Long Lake / Crooks Road area, Oakland Mall District, Somerset Collection area, Long Lake Estates, Wattles / Rochester Road corridor
Frequently Asked Questions from Troy Patients
How does a board-certified plastic surgeon differ from a cosmetic surgeon for complex body contouring procedures?
“Board-certified plastic surgeon” refers specifically to certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery — a credential that requires completion of an accredited plastic surgery residency, written and oral board examinations, and ongoing continuing medical education. “Cosmetic surgeon” is not a protected title and does not require the same training pathway. For complex body contouring procedures like abdominoplasty with diastasis recti repair, the distinction matters: the procedure involves structural muscle repair, not just skin removal, and requires surgical judgment that comes from formal plastic surgery training. Dr. Hardaway holds board certification in both Plastic Surgery and General Surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (F.A.C.S.).
What safety protocols are required in a QUAD A accredited surgical facility that wouldn’t apply to a standard medical office in Oakland County?
QUAD A accreditation mandates documented emergency protocols, regular third-party facility inspections, credentialed surgical and anesthesia staff, and verified equipment standards — requirements that do not apply to non-accredited outpatient offices. For Troy patients, this means the operating environment at Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Laser Center, Michelle Hardaway M.D. meets the same structural safety standards as a hospital-based OR. Non-accredited clinics operating in Oakland County are not subject to these requirements, which means the standard of care can vary significantly from one facility to the next.
How far is the drive from Troy, and is the distance worth it?
From the Somerset Collection area in Troy, the drive to our office at 27920 Orchard Lake Rd, Farmington Hills, MI 48334 takes approximately 15 to 20 minutes via I-75 South. Patients from the Sylvan Glen neighborhood and the West Long Lake / Crooks Road corridor typically find the commute straightforward. The consistent feedback from Troy patients is that the combination of QUAD A accreditation, a dedicated CRNA, and over 30 years of surgical experience is not something they found closer to home — and that the drive reflects a deliberate choice to prioritize their safety and outcome.
Why is a paid consultation standard practice for experienced plastic surgeons in Metro Detroit?
A paid consultation at our practice is not a sales appointment — it is a clinical evaluation. Dr. Hardaway reviews your medical history, examines your anatomy, discusses realistic expectations, and develops a customized treatment plan specific to you. This process requires dedicated time that cannot be compressed into a complimentary 15-minute visit. All consultations are paid and appointment-based to ensure that every patient receives a thorough, personalized assessment rather than a generic overview of available procedures.
How can Troy patients tell whether post-pregnancy abdominal laxity requires surgical correction or just non-invasive skin tightening?
The key distinction is whether the laxity is primarily a skin problem or a structural one. If the visible looseness is accompanied by a midline bulge or a gap you can feel between the abdominal muscles when you contract your core, the underlying issue is likely diastasis recti — separated abdominal muscles that no external device can repair. Non-invasive skin-tightening treatments address superficial skin layers only; they cannot perform the muscle plication required to restore core integrity. During your paid consultation, Dr. Hardaway will evaluate your specific anatomy and give you an honest assessment of what surgical and non-surgical options can and cannot achieve for you.
What role does the CRNA play in minimizing post-operative nausea and downtime after surgery at your Farmington Hills facility?
A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist manages your anesthesia from pre-operative preparation through the recovery room — monitoring blood pressure, oxygenation, depth of anesthesia, and fluid balance throughout the procedure. This level of intraoperative management directly affects post-operative outcomes: patients who receive carefully titrated anesthesia from a dedicated CRNA typically experience less nausea, more stable hemodynamics during recovery, and a smoother transition out of anesthesia than patients who receive twilight sedation administered by non-anesthesia staff. For Troy patients anxious about the recovery process, this is one of the most meaningful differences between our QUAD A accredited facility and non-accredited alternatives in Oakland County.
Does Dr. Hardaway perform revision surgery for patients who had previous procedures with other surgeons in the Troy and Oakland County area?
Yes. Revision surgery — including correction of capsular contracture following breast augmentation and revision of previous body contouring results — is part of the practice’s scope. Revision cases require a particularly thorough paid consultation because the surgical approach must account for existing scar tissue, altered anatomy, and the specific technique used in the original procedure. Patients exploring revision options are encouraged to bring any prior operative reports or implant records to their initial appointment.