Atlanta plastic and cosmetic surgeon Dr. John LeRoy’s 20 years of surgical experience and original development of The Band Aid Facelift and other minimally invasive Band Aid Procedures were highlighted in The Atlantan’s annual Health and Beauty resource.
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I had a facelift about ten years ago and would like to “refresh” my results without the downtime of another facelift. Is there another procedure that will revitalize the results from my surgery a few years ago?
This is a great question! While a facelift does turn back the hands of time, it does not stop the aging process. Even after the procedure, collagen production in the skin slows, and many years down the road a touch-up procedure may be necessary to maintain your results. However, a traditional facelift generally isn’t necessary in this situation. My “Band Aid” Facelift may be the perfect solution to solve your rejuvenation woes.
I created the Band Aid Facelift to help patients whose signs of aging don’t necessitate a full facelift, but it is also perfect for those looking to rejuvenate their previous plastic surgery results. The Band Aid Facelift uses smaller incisions and gentle numbing instead of general anesthesia. This means that the procedure can be performed in-office and has a much shorter recovery (typically only 3 to 5 days) than traditional facelift.
For older adults, the Band Aid Facelift carries fewer risks because of its less invasive nature. Many of my patients have been very pleased with the subtle and natural-looking results they’ve received from the procedure. The Band Aid Facelift isn’t for everyone, though. Individuals with more advanced signs of aging may benefit more from a traditional facelift.
Likewise, individuals who do not want to undergo another surgical procedure may find that Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing provides the right amount of rejuvenation. Like other Band Aid procedures, Laser Skin Resurfacing is performed in-office with gentle numbing. Using advanced DOT Laser Therapyâ„¢, Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing stimulates collagen production and helps eliminate fine lines and wrinkles, acne, and even sun spots. Whether as an initial treatment or as regular maintenance to your previous facelift results, Band Aid Laser Skin resurfacing helps renew skin for a younger-looking complexion.
I created the Band Aid Facelift to help solve patients’ mild to moderate aging concerns .From your question, it seems like you may be a great candidate for Band Aid plastic surgery or Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing. To determine your candidacy for either procedure, contact our office to schedule a consultation.
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Dr. John LeRoy answers common questions about traditional liposuction as well as Band Aid Liposuction in the Men’s Book.
Plastic surgery has come a long way during my nineteen years as a plastic surgeon. When I first opened my Atlanta practice back in 1992, plastic surgery patients were much quieter about the procedures they pursued. No one wanted to be connected with the negative social stigmas that people associated with plastic surgery patients. Betty White’s comment that we discussed in a previous blog about how plastic surgery makes people unrecognizable is a perfect example. What was once seemingly reserved for the stars of Hollywood is the ticket people now use to look like their favorite stars. I’ve found, however, that patients are most satisfied with plastic surgery results when they choose procedures based on their own concerns and aesthetics rather than someone else’s.
Like your mom always warned you growing up, fads and trends are forever changing. Due to the permanent nature of plastic surgery results, it’s important to have the right perspective when pursuing plastic surgery instead of conforming to trends. With the right perspective, patients can conduct the research necessary to find the appropriate procedure for their needs as well as the right plastic surgeon to perform the procedure.
Research is a very important part of plastic surgery. You can hear all about botched cosmetic surgery and cosmetic surgery gone too far just by watching the news, so rather than telling you what could happen with an unqualified plastic surgeon, I try to teach my readers how to prevent it. Board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery is of upmost importance when you’re looking for a plastic surgeon. Once you’ve determined that the prospective surgeon is board certified, then you should spend some time looking into the procedures he or she regularly performs, closely inspecting plastic surgery before and after photos of the procedures that interest you. Then, it’s important to schedule consultations with a couple of surgeons to get to know them a little better and determine whom you feel most comfortable with.
I perform a variety of cosmetic face, body and breast procedures like facelift, tummy tuck, liposuction, breast augmentation, and breast reduction. However, I do not perform the recently popular Pippa Butt Lift. Even if I performed cosmetic surgery of the buttocks, I do not encourage my patients to follow such trends. While you may be satisfied with trend surgery results for a time, once the next trend comes along patients are usually left unsatisfied. I also try to teach my patients that there are times when less is more with plastic surgery, which is why I created my original Band Aid Facelift in 1997. The Band Aid Facelift is a “mini” facelift procedure that can be performed in my office using only gentle numbing. Since then I’ve extended my menu of Band Aid Procedures to include Blepharoplasty, Brow Lift, Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, and now even Laser Skin Resurfacing.
Next time you hear about plastic surgery trends and what your favorite Hollywood stars are doing, I encourage you to think realistically about what would make you happy in the long run and research to avoid plastic surgery regrets. To learn more about procedures I perform, visit my website. Be sure to connect with me on Facebook and Twitter for plastic surgery news and updates.
How does a facelift work?
A facelift (rhytidectomy), works to reduce the appearance of sagging jowls and other visible signs of aging in the face and neck. By removing the excess skin and tissue around the face, Dr. John LeRoy can decrease the appearance of wrinkles and deep creases, like those found around the mouth, nose, and on the forehead. Focusing on mostly the lower half of the face, the excess fat around the sides of the face and jaws will be removed and the underlying muscles tightened.
I am interested in facelift surgery but don’t want any scars on my face. Does a traditional facelift leave noticeable scarring?
Because the incisions are made along the hairline during a traditional facelift, the scarring should be hidden within the hair. However, a fine line will appear along the front of the ear and around the earlobe. For the most part, this scar is not noticeable.
I’ve heard of upper and lower facelifts. How are they different from a full facelift?
An upper facelift, or brow lift, focuses on rejuvenating the forehead and eye to reduce signs of aging like furrowed brows and wrinkles around the upper area of the face. The lower facelift, also referred to as a neck lift, focuses on reducing the amount of excess skin and fat along the neck and jaw. By minimizing excess skin, Dr. LeRoy can help reverse the signs of aging associated with lax muscles, loss of skin elasticity, and years of repeated facial expressions.
For those looking for more moderate rejuvenation, Dr. LeRoy recommends the Band Aid Facelift procedure. A Band Aid Facelift decreases signs of aging in specific areas of the face and is less complicated than a standard facelift procedure which means there is less recovery time.
How much downtime does a facelift require?
After a traditional facelift procedure, patients can expect to feel mild discomfort for the next few days. Within two weeks of surgery, the majority of patients are able to return to their daily routine. Because Dr. John LeRoy’s Band Aid Facelift procedure is minimally invasive and only requires gentle numbing, this procedure results in a shorter recovery period.
Dr. LeRoy often recommends facelift patients consider Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing as a finishing touch after a facelift, enhancing the surgical results and revealing younger skin along with your improved facial profile. Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing works to increase collagen production and smooth the skin’s tone and texture with DOT Laser Therapy.
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