Which Band Aid Procedure is Right for Me?

In the Atlanta community, double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. John LeRoy has become well-known for his innovative line of Band Aid procedures, which were recently featured in Atlanta Magazine. While this menu of minimally-invasive procedures has helped many Atlantans see great cosmetic results with less downtime than a traditional plastic surgery, it can also leave patients wondering, “Which of these procedures will give me the best results?” To help you navigate through your options, we suggest starting with these helpful questions:

• Do you want to focus on improving your face or your body?

Aging, weight fluctuations, pregnancy, and other factors can have a powerful impact on your appearance. While some patients want to enhance both, many are primarily focused on either having a sleeker, slimmer body or having a refreshed and younger-looking face.

• If you answered FACE, what are your specific areas of concern?

Everyone ages differently and has a different opinion on their changing appearance. If you’re primarily focused on your cheeks, jowls, or neck, the Band Aid Facelift is probably the right choice. If it’s your eyes you’re concerned about, Band Aid Blepharoplasty can give them new life. Or, if you’re mostly bothered by your forehead and eyebrow area, a Band Aid Brow Lift is likely the ideal option. Depending on your unique anatomy and your medical needs, Dr. LeRoy may be able to combine multiple procedures into one surgery, but will need to have a personal consultation with you to determine whether you are a good candidate for any specific procedure.

• If you answered FACE, how advanced is your aging process?

For patients who have moderate signs of aging, like wrinkles and early skin laxity, Band Aid plastic surgery can achieve optimal results while maintaining a natural look. However, for patients who are just starting to see fine lines and wrinkles, non-surgical procedures can help to rejuvenate the face and delay the need for cosmetic surgery. Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing restores a youthful glow and minimizes age spots and wrinkles, while Band Aid Skin Tightening focuses on restoring firmness and elasticity to the skin.

• If you answered BODY, are you concerned with excess fat, sagging skin, or both?

Band Aid Liposuction and the Band Aid Tummy Tuck are both minimally-invasive ways to achieve a more athletic shape, but they’re for different types of patients. Band Aid Liposuction can remove small pockets of stubborn fat, like those found at the sides of the abdomen (often called “love handles”). A Band Aid Tummy Tuck, on the other hand, is for patients who have sagging excess skin on the lower midsection, whether from pregnancy, weight fluctuations, or aging. If your concern is with your upper arms instead, a Band Aid Arm Lift can minimize excess skin in this area. For some patients, getting the best results will involve a combination of these procedures.

The key to getting results you love from any aesthetic treatment is choosing the right procedure to fit your needs. To start discussing how Band Aid cosmetic surgery, non-surgical procedures, or traditional plastic surgery can help you to become your most beautiful and confident self, schedule a consultation with Dr. John LeRoy. Or, to stay up-to-date on the latest cosmetic surgery news, join us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+.