Posted on April 20, 2012 in Uncategorized
Breast augmentation has long been one of the top requested plastic surgery procedures within the U.S. Additionally, minimally invasive cosmetic procedures like the mini facelift or Band Aid Facelift continue to remain popular for their reduced recovery time and approachable price point. It’s important; however, to be wary of any cosmetic procedure marketed as “minimally invasive” that seems too good to be true.
All of my Band Aid Plastic Surgery procedures like Band Aid Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), Band Aid Liposuction, and Band Aid Tummy Tuck are designed to address isolated, small areas of cosmetic concern. Because their purpose is so specific, and the treatment areas are relatively contained, they can be performed in-office using gentle numbing (local anesthetic). This is not the case with breast augmentation, in my opinion. Breast surgery involves a treatment area that is dense with nerves and thicker layers of muscle and tissue to navigate.
Though some plastic surgeons may offer a minimally invasive type of breast augmentation, it is not something that I feel is in any patient’s best interest given the possibility of breast surgery complications if the proper safety precautions aren’t followed. I only perform breast surgery like breast augmentation, breast reduction, and breast lift in a hospital with the assistance of a qualified anesthesiologist and surgical team.
Despite the appeal and convenience the latest and greatest plastic surgery techniques may seem to offer, it’s vital that patients research their prospective surgeon as well as the specific surgical technique to ensure it’s been deemed safe by medical governing bodies. Even though this research may seem superfluous, in-depth patient education is an important part of enhancing satisfaction with your plastic surgery results as well as minimizing the need for secondary procedures like breast revision surgery to correct previous surgical results.
To learn more about the plastic surgery procedures and techniques I perform, continue to read our blog. You can also join me on Facebook and Twitter for up-to-the-minute plastic surgery news updates.
Posted on April 13, 2012 in Uncategorized
Atlanta plastic and cosmetic surgeon, Dr. John LeRoy, was featured in this month’s issue of Atlanta Magazine explaining the in-office versions of procedures he offers to his Atlanta patients. Dr. Leroy’s Band Aid plastic surgery procedures can correct isolated cosmetic concerns in-office with gentle numbing. Learn more about Dr. LeRoy’s Band Aid plastic surgery by continuing to read his blog. Contact his office to schedule a consultation and find out which Band Aid procedure will benefit you most.
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Don’t miss Dr. LeRoy’s limited-time discounts on Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing through April 30th. DOT laser technology boosts collagen production and reduces the appearance of sun spots and mild to moderate wrinkles. Laser skin resurfacing is the perfect facial rejuvenation treatment for those just starting to notice the signs of aging or those looking to refresh their previous facial plastic surgery results. Contact our office to take advantage of this exciting special. Stay tuned to our blog, Facebook, and Twitter for more specials as they become available.
Posted on April 5, 2012 in Uncategorized
Many people think that plastic surgery is a to aging. The fact is that the body continues to age after plastic surgery whether you have a traditional full facelift or a Band Aid facelift. I like to suggest patients approach plastic surgery with a maintenance mind set. Because bone and collagen weaken with maturity causing wrinkles and sagging skin, I often find that those patients who pursue facial plastic surgery earlier (when they start to notice cosmetic issues) are better able to obtain the enhancement they’re after because less dramatic measures are required. This was actually one of the reasons I created my Band Aid plastic surgery procedures beginning with the Band Aid Facelift in 1997.
Band Aid Facelift, wrinkle reduction with injectables or facial fillers, and Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing are all effective options to address those starting marks of maturity. Additionally, these procedures can give people who have previously undergone plastic surgery the rejuvenation they may need to return to their original post-surgery appearance. While these procedures are certainly not a substitute for the dramatic results facelift, necklift, or browlift surgery can produce, they are accessible options for isolated issues like crow’s feet, sagging cheeks, and signs of sun damage.
Another important thing to understand about cosmetic procedures is that aging will continue to become visible after treatment if certain lifestyle factors aren’t addressed. I urge all of my patients to regularly wear protective clothing and a broad spectrum sunscreen to keep their refreshed skin looking more youthful. Smoking can also impact the way your body heals after facial plastic surgery and topical treatments like laser skin resurfacing.
I like to explain these things to my patients to allow them to better understand when facial rejuvenation is appropriate. Seeing eventual need for additional Band Aid plastic surgery shouldn’t be seen as defeat, but as logically addressing the distinct issues that arise at varying ages to maximize the natural appearance of your plastic surgery results and optimize your long-term satisfaction.
To learn more about the Band Aid procedures and skin treatments I perform visit my website. If you’re interested in pursuing cosmetic treatment, or would like to ask any questions, I invite you to contact my office and connect with me on Twitter and Facebook.
Posted on March 28, 2012 in Uncategorized
In 1997, Atlanta cosmetic and plastic surgeon Dr. John LeRoy created the original Band Aid Facelift to correct fine lines and wrinkles the easy way: in-office using gentle numbing. Since then, he’s expanded his menu of Band Aid plastic surgery and cosmetic skin treatments to address common complaints of the face and body including Band Aid Tummy Tuck, Band Aid Brow Lift, Band Aid Liposuction, Band Aid Blepharoplasty, and Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing. Read on for answers to the most frequently asked questions about Dr. LeRoy’s original Band Aid procedures.
Is Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing the same thing as a Band Aid Facelift?
No, Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing is a non-surgical skin treatment that uses DOT laser technology to address surface skin imperfections while also stimulating the body’s ability to produce collagen (a supportive protein that gives skin its firmness). The Band Aid Facelift, while also completed in-office with gentle numbing like skin resurfacing, is a surgical procedure designed to address isolated areas of aging by firming underlying facial muscles and excising lax, hanging skin contributing to an aged appearance.
Is there such a thing as Band Aid Breast Augmentation?
Because of the safety implications of outpatient breast surgery, I only perform breast augmentation in hospital surgical facilities with the watchful assistance of a licensed anesthesiologist. It may seem like a more convenient option to have this type of surgery on an outpatient bases, and there are physicians who do it; however, there is no such thing as a Band Aid brand of breast augmentation surgery. It is not yet a procedure I think should be performed in-office with local anesthesia without compromising patient safety and comfort.
How do the results of a Band Aid Facelift compare with those of Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing?
Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing is a non-surgical treatment, so the results will be different than those produced with a Band Aid Facelift. When comparing cosmetic treatments, it’s important to do your research and ask your prospective plastic surgeon about the capabilities of each treatment to ensure that they are in line with your cosmetic goals. Band Aid Skin Resurfacing is designed to give those just starting to notice cosmetic issues or those who’ve previously had cosmetic surgery, a refreshed appearance by boosting the ability for the body to produce collagen and helping to decrease the appearance of surface imperfections on the skin.
How do I know if I need a Band Aid procedure or the full version of liposuction?
Just as with any other cosmetic treatment, we can only accurately prescribe a treatment once you’ve completed a thorough consultation with your board certified plastic surgeon. Generally speaking, those who are happiest with their Band Aid Liposuction results have very small, isolated areas of diet and exercise resistant fat. An additional consideration for Band Aid Liposuction would be the location of your excess fat. If your cosmetic concern is in an area with extensive amount of nerves, then it is typically better treated with traditional liposuction.
To learn more about the Band Aid cosmetic skin treatments and plastic surgery procedures offered by Dr. John LeRoy visit his website. You can also connect with Dr. LeRoy on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for announcements about the newest plastic surgery techniques and treatments as they become available.
