Meet Dr. Beckenstein

Dr. Michael Beckenstein, MD, FACS, Founder T3 Hair Preservation
Michael S. Beckenstein, MD, FACS
Founder, T3 Hair Preservation

Michael S. Beckenstein, M.D. is a board-certified plastic surgeon and a board-certified general surgeon. He completed fellowships and residencies around the country and has extensive experience in reconstructive and plastic surgery in Birmingham. In 2009, Dr. Beckenstein revolutionized hair replacement in Alabama by introducing the cutting edge NeoGraft® technology. As the first hair restoration specialist in Alabama to obtain the NeoGraft device, he established a practice utilizing this technology. With Dr. Beckenstein’s leadership and expertise, T3 Hair Preservation (formerly known as Birmingham NeoGraft) continues to be the most experienced practice in Neograft procedures in Alabama.

Known for providing innovative solutions, Dr. Beckenstein continues to be at the forefront of the hair preservation and restoration field by adding new techniques, technology, and diagnostic services, including:

T3 Hair Preservation operates in the same category of excellence as Dr. Beckenstein’s plastic surgery practice.

Associations and Research

Dr. Beckenstein is the recipient of numerous national and local awards. He is a member of the following respected organizations: 

Dr. Beckenstein has authored and co-authored several articles in peer-reviewed journals as well as several textbook chapters on the subjects of breast, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgery. He currently is working on several projects. Dr. Beckenstein is developing several surgical instruments and holds a U.S. patent on a device.

Awards and Accolades

  • Best of Birmingham Plastic Surgery (2008, 2009, 2010, 2018, 2019, and 2020)
  • CommunityVotes Birmingham 2022, #1 in Physicians & Surgeons
  • B Metro Top Plastic Surgeon (2018-2022)
  • Lifesaver Recipient, American Cancer Society’s Life Inspiration Award (2006)
  • Patient Choice Award from Castle Connolly (2009)
  • BMW Ultimate Drive Local Hero Award (2008)
  • Leading Providers Plastic Surgeons of the United States, Goldline Research (2009)
  • America’s Top Surgeons, Consumer Research Council (2004, 2005, and 2009)
  • Top 3 Birmingham Plastic Surgeon 2020 per threebestrated.com

As one of the most respected plastic surgeons in Birmingham and Montgomery, Alabama, Dr. Beckenstein and some of his patients have been featured in local and national media venues including television shows, news, books, and magazines.