Brandi Glanville has revealed a recent cosmetic procedure after a two-year struggle with a facial parasite, thanking her surgeon as she prepares for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival.
At a Glance
- Brandi Glanville says a facial parasite has caused disfigurement since July 2023.
- She spent $70,000 on treatments in December 2024.
- On Jan. 25, 2026 she posted a selfie after a procedure by Dr. Nicholas Nikolov.
- She is set to attend the Sundance Film Festival and a movie event in Park City, Utah.
- Why it matters: The star’s public struggle highlights the challenges of rare medical conditions and the lengths patients go to seek relief.
Background of Brandi Glanville’s Facial Disfigurement
Brandi Glanville first reported that her facial disfigurement began in July 2023. She has claimed that a parasite living just below her skin is the cause, describing sensations like “tiny bubbles bursting” when she feels it move.
In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Glanville suggested the issue may have started after eating something while filming the Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip in Morocco. She said she could see and feel the parasite, adding, “I feel like it’s s—ing or having babies in my face.”
Although she has not received a formal diagnosis, she has publicly shared her collaboration with multiple medical and dental professionals to address the problem.
Medical and Dental Consultations
- Dr. Michael R. Scoma, M.D. – Infectious diseases specialist; Glanville met him in August 2025 to “try to figure out what is going on inside.”
- Beverly Hills Dental Arts – Glanville mentioned working with them in November 2025 to “get her smile back.”
- Dr. Homayoon Bayrami – Dental surgeon; she posted on Jan. 12, 2026 that she was “working on getting [her] smile back”.
- Dr. Terry Dubrow – Known from Botched; he suggested the condition might be a foreign body, describing two microorganisms that could require 6-12 months of antibiotics. He warned, “Every minute the microorganism is allowed to stay in her skin…it could form more scars and more nodules.”
- Dr. Nicholas Nikolov – Plastic surgeon; Glanville has worked with him since December 2024, when she disclosed spending $70,000 on treatments.
Recent Cosmetic Procedure and Sundance Film Festival
On Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026, Glanville shared a selfie after a cosmetic procedure performed by Dr. Nikolov. In the caption she wrote, “Thank you Dr. Nicholas Nikolov the amazing CellSound and for preparing me for The Sundance Film festival & looking forward PBM Princess movie event at Kemo Sabe.”
The procedure was part of her ongoing effort to prepare for the 2026 Sundance Film Festival. Glanville also mentioned her anticipation of attending the festival’s screening of the documentary Side Effects May Include: The Hidden Costs of Prescription Drugs, which was shown at Kemo Sabe in Park City, Utah on Jan. 24.
Upcoming Public Appearances
Glanville is set to attend the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, and a movie event for the PBM Princess film at Kemo Sabe. She has used these public appearances to raise awareness of her health journey and to thank the medical professionals who have assisted her.
Key Takeaways
- Brandi Glanville’s case illustrates the complexity of diagnosing and treating rare facial conditions.
- She has collaborated with specialists across infectious disease, dentistry, and plastic surgery.
- Despite significant medical costs, she remains proactive and publicly engaged in her recovery.
- Her upcoming festival appearances signal a continued commitment to her health and to sharing her story with the public.
