Dr. Thomas D. Griffin Jr., MD 19462

Name: Thomas D. Griffin Jr., MD
Last name: Griffin
Began aesthetic medicine in: 2016
Years experience: 7
Primary Specialty: Dermatologist
Business: Dermatology Associates of Plymouth Meeting
Address: 531 W. Germantown Pike
Address suite: Ste. 201
City: Plymouth Meeting
State: Pennsylvania
Zip Code: 19462
Country: US
Statement: Dr Griffin is a board certified dermatologist specializing in laser and aesthetic surgery. Dr Griffin lectures and educates physicians around the country and has published multiple book chapters and peer reviewed articles on the use of laser and energy based devices on the skin.
Consulting Fees: 150$
Consultation note: Free with aesthetician. MD consult fee can be applied towards treatment
Has Sponsored Offer : No
Clinical Privileges: 
  • Albert Einstein Medical Center
Education: 
  • Undergraduate: University of Notre Dame
  • Medical: Jefferson Medical College
Postdoc Training: 
  • Residency: Jefferson Department of Dermatology and Cutaneous Biology

Thomas D. Griffin Jr., MD

Board Certification: 
Thomas D. Griffin (ABMSUID -65574)

Viewed: 8/15/2008
Day of birth: 4/8/1953

Status: Alive
Certification: American Board of Dermatology
Dermatology – General

Status: Certified Active Lifetime Initial Certification 10/31/1988 – Dermatopathology – Subspecialty
Status: Certified Active Lifetime Initial Certification 11/3/1989 –
American Board of Pathology
Anatomic Pathology – General

Status: Certified Active Lifetime Initial Certification 11/6/1985 –
Education: 1980 MD (Doctor of Medicine)
Location: Inst of Dermatopathology20 Ash St Millenium 1 Ste 310Conshohocken, PA 19428 (United States)

GPS coordinates on map: 40.1166301,-75.2863272

Primary location: 
Location name: Philadelphia
State: PA
Country: US
Map point: 39.9516,-75.1638031
Treatments: 
  • Accutane
  • Alastin Skincare
  • AviClear
  • Belotero
  • Botox
  • Botox for Gummy Smile
  • Botox for Hyperhidrosis
  • BroadBand Light (BBL)
  • Chemical Peel
  • CO2 Laser
  • CoolMini
  • CoolSculpting
  • CoolTone
  • Cryolipolysis
  • Dermal Fillers
  • Dermaplaning
  • diVa Vaginal Laser
  • Dysport
  • EndyMed 3Deep
  • Epionce
  • Fractional Laser
  • Glycolic Peel
  • Hair Loss Treatment
  • Halo Laser
  • Hand Rejuvenation
  • Hyaluronidase
  • HydraFacial
  • IPL
  • Juvederm
  • Kybella
  • Laser Hair Removal
  • Laser Peel
  • Laser Resurfacing
  • Latisse
  • Lip Fillers
  • Micro Botox
  • Microdermabrasion
  • Microneedling
  • Microneedling RF
  • Mirvaso
  • Mole Removal
  • Motus AX
  • Photodynamic Therapy
  • PlasmaPen
  • ProFractional Laser
  • PRP for Hair Loss
  • PRP Injections
  • Radiesse
  • Restylane
  • Restylane Defyne
  • Restylane Lyft
  • Restylane Refyne
  • Restylane Silk
  • Retin-A
  • Rogaine
  • Salicylic Peel
  • Scar Removal
  • Sclerotherapy
  • Skin Lightening
  • Skin Rejuvenation
  • Skin Tightening
  • Skinbetter Science
  • Skintyte
  • SmartXide
  • Spironolactone For Acne
  • Tattoo Removal
  • Tazorac
  • TCA Peel
  • Thread Lift
  • Vivace
  • Volbella
  • Voluma
  • Xeomin
  • YAG Laser

RealSelf Info

Awards: 
  • Alpha Omega Alpha, Medical Honor Society
  • Hobart Armory Hare, Surgical Honor Society
  • Key Opinion Leader, Sciton Lasers
  • Medical Advisory Board, Cartessa Lasers
Rating: 4.6
Profile views: 4983
Answer count: 143
Review count: 12
5 star count: 3
Total star count: 3
Star rating: 2.9365390298238
Profile created: Nov 27, 2007
Profile modified: Jun 13, 2023
Profile promotion: Yes
Profile inactive: No
Premier status: Free
Tier: Pro
RealCare Promise: No
Directory link: Board Certified Dermatologist
RealSelf’s PRO: No
Doctor Designation Start Time: Jun 3, 2019
Doctor Designation End Time: Jan 1, 2033

Locations

  • Philadelphia, PA, US. GPS coordinates: 39.9516,-75.1638031

Latest ratings of treatments

  • BroadBand Light (BBL) (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 2/5Wait times: 1/5, After care follow-up: 2/5, Answered questions: 4/5
  • Halo Laser (Apr 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Jan 2018) – Overall rating: 3/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 3/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 2/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 3/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 4/5, Answered questions: 4/5)
  • Halo Laser (Nov 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 5/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Halo Laser (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Laser Resurfacing (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Sep 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Motus AX (Feb 2023) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Nov 2017) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Vivace (May 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • Laser Resurfacing (Nov 2020) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • BroadBand Light (BBL) (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 2/5Wait times: 1/5, After care follow-up: 2/5, Answered questions: 4/5
  • BroadBand Light (BBL) (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 2/5Wait times: 1/5, After care follow-up: 2/5, Answered questions: 4/5
  • BroadBand Light (BBL) (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 2/5Wait times: 1/5, After care follow-up: 2/5, Answered questions: 4/5
  • BroadBand Light (BBL) (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Jul 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Jul 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Apr 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Apr 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Mar 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Laser Hair Removal (Mar 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Laser Hair Removal (Mar 2019) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Vivace (May 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 5/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 5/5, Payment process: 5/5, Time spent with patient: 5/5, After care follow-up: 5/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 5/5, Answered questions: 5/5)
  • BroadBand Light (BBL) (Jun 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Halo Laser (Jan 2018) – Overall rating: 3/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 3/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 2/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 3/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 4/5, Answered questions: 4/5)
  • Halo Laser (Jan 2018) – Overall rating: 3/5 (Wait times: 4/5, Doctor’s bedside manner: 3/5, Phone or email responsiveness: 2/5, Time spent with patient: 4/5, After care follow-up: 3/5, Staff professionalism & courtesy: 4/5, Answered questions: 4/5)
  • Laser Treatment (Jan 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5
  • Laser Treatment (Jan 2018) – Overall rating: 5/5

Latest Prices

Halo Laser Prices

  • $3400 – Jan 11, 2018 – Philadelphia, PA
  • $1499 – Nov 16, 2017 – Philadelphia, PA
  • $3400 – Jan 11, 2018 – Philadelphia, PA
  • $3400 – Jan 11, 2018 – Philadelphia, PA
  • $1499 – Nov 16, 2017 – Philadelphia, PA
  • $1500 – Nov 16, 2017

Practice Locations

Name & Website
Dermatology Associates of Plymouth Meeting, https://www.plymouthmeetingdermatology.com
Address
531 W. Germantown Pike2nd Fl., Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania, US, 19462 (GPS coordinates: 40.1166301,-75.2863272)
Phone
+16108280400
Working Hours
Mon: 8:00am – 6:30pm
Tue: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Wed: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Thu: 8:00am – 7:00pm
Fri: 8:00am – 3:00pm
Created / Modified
Jul 14, 2017 / Jul 12, 2023

Doctor’s answers

Question
Answer Header & Date
Answer Snippet
​How soon after getting Halo to my face can I do lap swimming underwater with goggles?​
A week
Aug 20, 2020
There are 2 concerns I would have with your question. #1 is the effect of sunlight while swimming. Direct, unprotected, sun exposure after halo can lead to hyperpigmentation. It will resolve, but is not an intended consequence of Halo. I suggest strict sun avoidance for 2 weeks after treatment. #2 is that Halo makes ablative injuries to the skin which makes your skin more sensitive and can allow for infection. These injuries are healed enough to tolerate makeup and things in 48 hours, but…
Halo (on intense setting) vs. TRL to help with fine lines on forehead and around eyes? (photo
Halo vs TRL
Aug 20, 2020
Halo is a fine choice for your fine lines. You should consider doing 2-3 treatments, but it will help without really interrupting your life. I do not think that if you decide on a TRL that you need anything extreme. I think that 60-80 micron depth will be a really nice and adequate treatment to make a significant difference. This should be pretty much healed in 7-10 days. You may be pink but the skin will be back intact. A deep resurfacing TRL is for folks who have deeper lines and is a…
Does Halo get rid of pre-cancerous cells like CO2 can?
Halo and CO2 both help precancerous cells
Aug 20, 2020
Dr Ortiz published a very nice study showing excellent improvement in Actinic Keratosis (precancerous lesions) with halo. Whether you are doing an ablative fractionated CO2 or a Halo which is a hybrid fractionated (both ablative and non-ablative) treatment, you are functionally killing tissue in columns. while not treating 100% of the skin with either treatment, the tissue that is affected by the laser is functionally destroyed. So, lets say we treat 35% of the skin in treatment 1, should…
Is Sciton Halo laser safe to do when I have olive skin tone and melasma? I’m worried the mela
Halo and melasma
Mar 26, 2020
Melasma is a tough skin condition to treat. It’s a chronic condition that requires low level treatments with relative consistency and daily skin protection. Halo can be safely used to treat melasma however halo has many different setting options to choose from in how to approach skin treatment. Your treating physician should be experienced in the use of this laser to enable them to set up the laser to adequately and safely treat you. I always have my patients on a skin lightening cream as w…
What is the best procedure for pore size and fine lines at 40?
Combination treatment
Feb 24, 2020
In my practice, our go-to treatment for pore size is a combination treatment utilizing vivace RF microneedling and CoolPeel. CoolPeel is a light fractionated carbon dioxide laser. This combination is low downtime and minimally uncomfortable, usually falling within a weekend, and does a great job at reducing pore size and fine lines.
Is it necessary to take prednisone after Halo laser?
not necessary
Feb 24, 2020
Halo can cause pretty significant swelling in some cases. its not entirely predictable who will swell and who wont. We will prescribe prednisone to some patients with a known history of swelling with other procedures and on a case by case basis. It is absolutely not necessary to take prednisone after the procedure and taking it does not alter the final results of the procedure, it merely makes some of the post procedure a bit more comfortable. 
Will lasers such as Vbeam dissolve filler and/or Sculptra?
no
Feb 3, 2020
Vbeam energy does not penetrate deep enough to reach the depth that fillers are typically placed nor it is not hot enough to dissolve anything.

Latest Before And After Photos

Last updated on 12/21/2023