Matthew Blanton

Hello, I'm Dr. Matthew Blanton, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon in Raleigh, NC.


  As a new associate of Specialists in Plastic Surgery, Dr. Blanton is up to date on the very latest in education, research, surgical and clinical techniques and medical technologies, therefore giving his patients the best outcomes possible. Dr. Blanton enjoys being involved in professional interactions with his fellow associates (Dr. Carlino, Dr. Oschwald, and Dr. Russell) and well as other local, national colleagues and resident surgeons. You can be assured that the quality of care you have experienced with Specialists in Plastic Surgery will be maintained. Dr. Blanton's private practice caters to local and regional patients for surgical and non-surgical procedures. He has over 10 years of advanced surgical training and experience in general surgery and plastic and reconstructive surgery.  Additionally, his medical office staff at Specialists in Plastic Surgery are expertly trained, extremely professional and courteous and are always available to Dr. Blanton's patients and their families. The individual needs and concerns, health and safety of Dr. Blanton's patients always come first. Each patient deserves the very best and his goal, as your surgeon is to deliver the most advanced quality care. Dr. Blanton only works in affiliation with Raleigh’s finest hospitals (Rex, Duke Raleigh, WakeMed) and his very own certified surgical center at Specialists in Plastic Surgery.  His entire staff are dedicated to patient advocacy, satisfaction and privacy. Plastic surgery is about quality of life, your life. As your surgeon Dr. Blanton will work with you to enhance your body’s image and appearance including the following: aesthetic surgery of the face, breast or body; the full spectrum of reconstructive surgery ranging from congenital problems to reconstruction after cancer, trauma, or complex cosmetic revisions of previous sub-optimal surgery. Dr. Blanton will be with you every step of the way from the planning of your procedure to the completion of your post-operative care. The Specialists in Plastic Surgery surgeons’ practices have been built on satisfied patient referrals, and Dr. Blanton will continue this philosophy.   Thank you for choosing Dr. Matthew Blanton as your Surgeon. His entire staff look forward to being at your service. Please call (919) 785-0505 to schedule your personal consultation.

Matthew Blanton's Background

Matthew Blanton's Experience

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Resident at Duke University Medical Center

July 2009 - June 2012

I had extensive training in general reconstructive surgery and microsurgery of the face, breast, body, and extremities. Additionally, I had specialized aesthetic surgery training at Duke Aesthetic Center, Charlotte, NC and Miami, FL.

General Surgery Resident at Indiana University Health

July 2002 - June 2009

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Specialists in Plastic Surgery

I perform general reconstructive and aesthetic surgery of the face, breasts, and body using an extreme attention to detail

Matthew Blanton's Education

Duke University

2009 – 2012

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

Concentration: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Resident


Indiana University

2002 – 2009

General Surgeon

Concentration: General Surgery Residency


Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

1998 – 2002

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)


Matthew Blanton's Interests & Activities

Cosmetic Surgery of the face, breasts, and body including face lifts, blepharoplasty, breast augmentation, tummy tucks, butt augmentation, body contouring after massive weight loss. Nonsurgical facial rejuvenation with neurotoxins (Botox) and fillers. Reconstructive surgery of the breast following mastectomy using implants, abdominal tissue (TRAM) and latissimus muscle flap.