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True or False: Understanding Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing

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checking-her-face-in-mirrorAging is inevitable. As are the effects of aging and how the years can impact the quality of a person’s skin. Even people who go to great lengths to develop and maintain effective skincare routines will not be able to prevent common signs of aging like wrinkles, fine lines, and a dulled complexion. But that inevitability doesn’t mean that there aren’t outstanding cosmetic solutions available to help rejuvenate the skin and fight off these effects. Today, I wanted to go into detail about my signature Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing procedure by answering a few true and false statements on the subject.

True or False: I Might Only Need One Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing Treatment

This is true. While it is not a guarantee, many patients are able to achieve the facial rejuvenation they desire after just one treatment session. As new collagen continues to produce following your treatment, the results will become more pronounced in the days and weeks following treatment. We will discuss your specific needs and develop an appropriate treatment plan at your pre-treatment consultation appointment.

True or False: Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing Can Be a Substitute to Plastic Surgery

This is false. The benefits of Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing treatments are not intended to replace or be a substitute for plastic surgery. Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing is unique among the procedures I perform in its ability to repair damage on the skin’s surface. In addition to making the skin smoother, it can also effectively address age spots, sun damage, and even improve scarring and acne that plastic surgery is not intended to treat. In fact, many patients utilize Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing after they have undergone a plastic surgery procedure like a facelift in order to maximize their results.

True or False: There Will Be No Downtime Required After Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing

This is false, but this downtime is short. Additionally, despite how powerful the anti-aging results can be from this treatment for the face, patients will be able to resume their normal daily activities as soon as one day, but will need at least a week before starting back any intense workout routines. Patients will experience some degree of facial redness (similar to a sunburn) (and some temporary oozing and crusting) after Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing, but this is minor and will fade in about a week or so following your treatment. It is also important to note that the patient will need to avoid sun until the face is fully healed at which time they can wear sunscreen. All of these details will be reviewed prior to treatment. 

My Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing procedure can be an excellent solution for a wide variety of aesthetic issues. If you think that you might be a good candidate for this treatment, I advise you to reach out and inquire about a consultation to confirm if it’s the right fit for your needs. For more information or to schedule a consultation appointment, contact me, Dr. John L. LeRoy. You can follow along with me on Facebook for additional tips, practice news, and much more.

Getting To Know The Band Aid Brow Lift

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smiling-womanMinimally invasive plastic surgery techniques like my signature line of Band Aid procedures have opened up a whole new avenue for cosmetic surgery patients. Some patients need only a modest tweak to their appearance in order to enjoy the aesthetic results that they desire, and minimally invasive procedures like my Band Aid Brow Lift can often be just the thing. While it may not be quite as in-demand as eyelid surgery, undergoing a brow lift can provide incredible rejuvenation to the forehead and area above the eyes for those who are candidates. Today, I thought it would be helpful to go into more detail on the Band Aid Brow Lift and the benefits that it can provide patients.

Over time, it’s natural for the skin above the eyes to loosen and sag. This sagging can lead to dramatic wrinkling that can make a person look far older than their age. I use the Band Aid Brow Lift to effectively lift this excess or loose skin above the eyes, and reposition the brow muscle to their natural position, which in turn allows the eyebrows to retain a more youthful, attractive, and arched shape. The results of a Band Aid Brow Lift will begin to materialize just days after the procedure has been concluded.

Much like a traditional brow lift procedure, the anti-aging results achieved are outstanding and meant to be long-lasting. However, the procedure methods differ in how they are actually performed. During a Band Aid Brow Lift, I make a series of smaller incisions (instead of one larger one) that are concealed within the hairline. This procedure method may not be ideal for every patient, but it can work wonders for those with more modest wrinkling and loose skin in the forehead area.

Because it is performed in my office under gentle numbing, recovery after a Band Aid Brow Lift is incredibly simple and straightforward for patients. In fact, most patients are able to resume their normal daily activities like work and school in just a few days after their procedure. While some extra time may be needed before patients can resume vigorous exercise or heavy lifting, I will discuss these timetables at length during the pre-surgery consultation.

For anyone interested in undergoing a brow lift procedure, either of the traditional or Band Aid variety, the first step is consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options and learn more about these procedures in-person. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, contact me, Dr. John LeRoy. Don’t forget to follow along with me on Facebook for additional tips, practice news, and much more.

Dr. John LeRoy Named Top Plastic Surgeon in Atlanta for 2024!

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Dr-John-LeRoy-photoMy medical team and I take immense pride in the work that we do for our patients. It has been incredibly gratifying through the years to meet so many wonderful patients and help them achieve the aesthetic enhancements they need to feel better about themselves and how they look. This level of dedication to patient care is a big reason why we’ve earned our reputation as one of the premiere plastic surgery practices in the metro Atlanta area. On this note, I wanted to announce that I am honored to have been named a Top Doctor in Atlanta in the field of Plastic Surgery by Castle Connolly once again for 2024.

Castle Connolly is an independent, physician-led group who identifies and highlights the best healthcare providers around the country in a wide array of fields. This includes plastic surgery and over 50 other general medicine and specialty areas. The vetting process uses a number of relevant criteria such as board-certification, reputation, peer recommendation, contributions to their field, and experience to determine the most exceptional physicians. Once the peer-selected nomination process has concluded, the top 7% in each category are selected as Top Doctors in their respective cities. Castle Connolly then brings this information to Modern Luxury Media who presents it to the consumer.

This is now the eighth consecutive year that I have been recognized as one of the top plastic surgeons in Atlanta, but I do not take the honor for granted. I do want to take a moment to thank the selection committee at Castle Connolly, as well as all of my colleagues in the plastic surgery community. I also want to thank my one-of-a-kind medical team for helping to make all of this possible, as well as our kind patients for all of their trust and support through the years.

Whether a patient has been visiting us for years, or if it is their first time in our office. Whether they are interested in undergoing my signature Band Aid Facelift, a mommy makeover surgery or another one of our minimally invasive Band Aid procedure, my team and I always do our best to uphold the Top Doctor status and do everything in our power to make every appointment in our office the best possible experience for our patients. And it’s certainly rewarding to know that we met that mark for another year.

Receiving recognition like this from my fellow plastic surgeons certainly means a lot, and I look forward to another fantastic year of serving my patients with the caliber of patient care and plastic surgery results that they’ve come to expect. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, contact me, Dr. John LeRoy. You can also follow along with me on Facebook for additional tips, practice news, and much more.

Plastic Surgery Resolutions for 2024!

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The new year is here and with it comes endless possibilities for change and renewal. Resolutions are always a major talking point this time of year, but making resolutions and keeping them are very different things. Today, I thought it would be fun to take a slightly different approach to a very common concept and discuss how plastic surgery can be helpful for people trying to improve themselves at the start of 2024 and beyond.

Aiding in Your Exercise Efforts

Year in and year out, getting into better shape is the most commonly heard New Year’s resolution. This involves making healthier eating choices and committing to exercising regularly. However, sometimes these healthy habits may not be enough to truly achieve the changes that you are hoping for. Body contouring procedures like liposuction and tummy tuck surgery can be ideal to address stubborn patches of fat and loose, stretched skin that cannot be treated with a healthy lifestyle alone. Additionally, these procedures can often be incredibly helpful as a way to put the finishing touches on a person’s weight loss journey.

Turning Over a New Leaf With Anti-Aging Procedures

The start of the new year is often thought of as a time of rebirth and renewal. And turning back the clock and fighting off common signs of facial aging can often be a fantastic way to unleash the new you. Whether it’s a facelift, eyelid surgery, lip augmentation, or another revitalizing facial procedure, the results achieved can be legitimately life-changing in all the best ways.

Understanding That Small Changes Can Have Big Impacts

One thing to keep in mind this time of year is that you don’t have to reinvent the wheel to make an extremely positive impact on your appearance. I offer a full selection of minimally invasive Band Aid plastic surgery procedures intended to help patients with more modest aesthetic goals. This includes a wide range of procedures for the face and body, as well as Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing for anyone looking to improve the quality of their complexion. In addition to achieving more subtle results, my Band Aid procedures are performed in my office using gentle numbing, which saves on additional operating room and anesthesia fees not needed.

This is always a wonderful time of year and my hope is that my patients are able to turn their self-reflection and best intentions into meaningful positive change this year and beyond. For more information, contact me, Dr. John L. LeRoy, to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today. You can also follow along with me on Facebook for additional tips, practice news, and much more.

Dr. John LeRoy Answers Your Questions About Tummy Tucks

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belly-being-marked-for-surgeryThe abdomen is an incredibly common “trouble area” for adults. When I say “trouble area”, I mean a portion of the body that is most in need of aesthetic rejuvenation for people as the years go on. Excess skin, stubborn fat, and damaged abdominal muscles that create the appearance of a belly “pooch” are common sources of frustration for people. Thankfully, tummy tuck surgery is designed to address all of these concerns and create a flatter and more healthy-looking abdomen for women and men. Today, I wanted to answer a few common questions about tummy tuck surgery and how it can help my patients.

Question #1: What is the difference between a tummy tuck and liposuction?

While these are both common body contouring procedures, they help patients in very different ways. During a tummy tuck, the focus is on repairing the abdominal muscle, as well as removing loose, stretched skin and tissue that has become lax over time. While fat removal is sometimes part of the procedure, that is not always the case. Liposuction on the other hand, is only intended to address excess fat and cannot help patients who need loose skin and tissue treated (as well as those who experience damaged abdominal muscles).

Question #2: Is there a less invasive version of the tummy tuck available?

I offer a minimally invasive tummy tuck variation known as my signature Band Aid Tummy Tuck. This alternative can be extremely helpful for patients who are within 5-10 pounds of their ideal body weight and experience excess fat deposits and/or mild to moderately sagging skin in the lower abdomen area. During the procedure, I am able to remove small amounts of excess skin and then refine the contour of the abdomen with liposuction (if needed). This option is performed in-office with gentle numbing.

Question #3: Is it true that a tummy tuck can improve my posture?

It is. In addition to the wonderful cosmetic benefits that it’s most known for, undergoing a tummy tuck can provide additional medical benefits like improved posture and reduced back pain as well. By correcting a protruding abdomen and tightening separated abdominal muscles, posture issues can often be addressed.

As a board-certified plastic surgeon, it’s important to me tha I be able to answer questions like this and guide my patients toward the best-possible surgical choices and outcomes for their unique needs. For more information about tummy tuck surgery, or any other cosmetic surgery procedure that I perform, contact me, Dr. John L. LeRoy, to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today. You can also follow along with me on Facebook for additional tips, practice news, and much more.

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