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Alain Polynice, MD

Plastic surgeonMedical spa
Rating5.0
Reviews63
Book on their site→Call · (805) 962-1957↗
1250 Coast Village Rd Suite L, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
turnermedicalarts.com↗Last read on October 28, 2026
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Aura’s Entry

What I’ve seen about Alain Polynice, MD.

This spa is on the register and does not carry the Screened mark. The mark needs three public records to agree — Google showing it open, a current state licence with no discipline on file, and two records placing a licensed provider at the address — and every record I looked for is listed further down this page. Separately, it has cleared the website checks — those read their website, whether their published details agree with their Google listing, and their advertising copy. They do not decide the mark.

The Receipts

What their website shows.

Website checked on August 16, 2026. Their phone and address match across Google and their site at 82% similarity. Their website uses zero phrases the Medical Board acts on.

Website last read on October 28, 2026. It was up and looked like their site.

Rating distribution
  • 5★20
  • 4★0
  • 3★0
  • 2★0
  • 1★0

From the 20 reviews Aura sampled

On Google since

2025

1 year of public review history

Owner responsiveness

0 / 20

Owner hasn't responded to any of the recent reviews

Identity match✓passed

Details that agree

  • Phone matches — (805) 962-1957
  • Address 82% similar
  • Site reachable
A website that holds up✓passed

Live · secure · stable

  • SSL valid
  • Online since 2008
  • HTTPS returns 200
Website wording✓passed

None found phrases the Medical Board acts on

  • Zero red-flag phrases
  • No 'guaranteed' or 'risk-free'
  • No FDA-approved-procedure claims
What patients actually said

Top 5from this spa’s Google reviews — the newest 4-and-5 star ones with text. That is a filter, so take it as one: reviews below 4 stars are not shown here.

  • ★★★★★·Mar 2026

    “I’m 2 weeks out post-breast reduction surgery and Dr Polynice exceeded all of my expectations! Physically, mentally, and spiritually I already feel a weight lifted. I waited years to find a surgeon with his professionalism, expertise, and care. Through every step of the process—consultation, pre-op appointments, surgery, and post-op appointments—Dr Poly and…”

    — Lisa Hoose

  • ★★★★★·Dec 2025

    “I work in healthcare so was extra diligent in my research, and Dr. Polynice came highly recommended. I am very happy with my results and would have no reservations recommending him to others!”

    — Elizabeth Brister

  • ★★★★★·Dec 2025

    “I had a virtual consult with Dr. Polynice. He and his staff were professional, courteous, and prompt. I look forward to having work done by him.”

    — Meghan Lopez

  • ★★★★★·Dec 2025

    “My surgery with Dr Polynice was a grand success. He is kind, professional and truly gifted as a surgeon. He listened to what I wanted and I am so happy. Thank you!”

    — Danna English

  • ★★★★★·Nov 2025

    “I cannot say enough amazing things about Dr. Poly and Carly! From start to finish, my body lift and breast lift experience has been absolutely incredible. The entire process felt luxury — from the beautiful office to the level of care and attention to detail every step of the way. Dr. Poly is a true artist. His knowledge, precision, and aesthetic eye are un…”

    — Ally Weiss

What Screened means — and what it doesn’t

Screened means three public records agreed: Google shows the spa open, the state ties a current licence here with no discipline on file, and two independent records place a licensed provider at the address. The website checks above — a matching identity, a real site, honest wording — are reported too, and they are not one of the three.

GlowRanked Verified is a separate service, and a different question. It reads what the public record cannot see: who the medical director is, whether malpractice insurance is current, who’s actually holding the syringe, and whether the spa has written protocols for emergencies. The owner submits those documents and a person reads them. It is not part of what I checked on this page and it does not change it.

So — this is a records check, and it can be withdrawn when a record changes. It is not a judgement about the care in the room. Ask the questions below before you book.

Aura’s notes

What to ask before you book.

  • 01

    Who’s the medical director?

    California requires every med spa to have a licensed MD or DO supervising. If the front desk can’t name them, that’s your answer.

  • 02

    Who is actually injecting me?

    RN, NP, PA, or MD — get the credentials in writing. Estheticians cannot legally inject. Ask before you sit in the chair.

  • 03

    What product brand and concentration?

    Real Botox / Dysport / Juvederm with a lot number. If it’s vague ("a similar neurotoxin"), walk out.

None of these three is part of my screen — I have no way to see a licence from the public record. All three are on you to ask, and if they fumble any of them, that’s your sign.

Contact
Address

1250 Coast Village Rd Suite L, Santa Barbara, CA 93108

Phone(805) 962-1957
WebsiteVisit→
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair restroom
  • Wheelchair parking
  • Appointments recommended
Hours
Open until 5 PM
  • Monday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed
Location
© OpenStreetMap © CARTO
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What they offer

Listed by Google as: Plastic surgeon · Medical spa

What the Google listing carries
  • ✓Operational on Google — passed
  • ✓20+ Google reviews — passed
  • ✓4.0+ star rating — passed
  • ✓Phone number listed — passed
  • ✓Website listed — passed
  • ✓Hours published — passed
  • ✓California address confirmed — passed
The website checks

This spa cleared all three website checks: a website that holds up, details that agree, and advertising that stays legal. I report them here; since 2026-09-01 they do not decide the mark, because a spa's own website is not a public record.

The state’s own record

a licensed provider is confirmed at this address. Read 2026-09-18.

What was checked
  • A licensed provider is placed at this address. record found

    California state licence records · read 2026-09-18 · look it up ↗

  • A California licensing board holds a public record of discipline. not checked

    California licensing boards · look it up ↗

  • The spa's website names a licensed provider. record found

    The spa's own website · read 2026-08-30

  • A permit for this location is on file. no record found

    State permit records · read 2026-09-18

  • Open, per Google. record found

    Google

I checked the state's licence file, the federal provider registry, the Medical Board's public record, this spa's own website and Google's listing — the lines above say which came back with a record, which came back empty and which I have not read — and I do not rate this spa or recommend it.

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