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How to Prepare for Liposuction

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Every year, hundreds of thousands of people in the US alone choose liposuction or mini liposuction surgery to shape their physiques and give them the contours they want, whether they’re treating their “double chin” area, abdomen, arms, legs, or other area. If you have a vision in mind for your figure, liposuction could be the ideal way to make that vision a reality.

As with any surgery, though, liposuction has better potential if you prepare correctly before your surgery. As double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. John LeRoy, I guide patients through their surgery preparations before any procedure. Take these important pre-surgery steps to set yourself up for a more effective, safe, and predictable procedure.

Choose the Right Type of Liposuction for Your Needs

It’s vital to choose an experienced and knowledgeable board-certified plastic surgeon for your liposuction, but that isn’t the only decision that will impact your results. There are also different types of liposuction surgery for you to choose.

If you want to treat a small area, consider my Band Aid Liposuction instead. This is a minimally invasive version of liposuction surgery which I developed to use gentle numbing rather than general anesthesia. I perform it safely in my plastic surgery office, and if you are the right fit for this surgery, you may be able to enjoy excellent results with less recovery time and a lower cost.

Master the Art of Weight Management

Because liposuction removes unwanted fat, there is a common misconception that it is a substitute for weight loss or an “easy way out” for people who want to lose weight. In reality, liposuction takes off very little weight. It’s designed not for shrinking your size but for shaping your curves and contours in the way you want and for removing small, localized pockets of stubborn fat.

To get the best results from your liposuction, it’s important to be at or very near to your ideal weight before your surgery. Remember that if your weight fluctuates after your surgery, it can also affect your long-term results, so it’s vital that you have mastered weight management before surgery so you can keep your weight stable and preserve your results for as long as possible.

Prioritize Your Health

For liposuction, as with any surgery, the better your health is before the procedure, the better your recovery is likely to be. Healing from surgery is a big job, so you want your body to be in top shape beforehand so healing can be its only focus.

To make that happen, take time to build and maintain healthy habits before your surgery. That includes eating a healthy diet, avoiding tobacco and nicotine as well as excessive alcohol, drinking plenty of water, and managing stress. Before your surgery with me, I will also require lab testing to check your health and ensure that you are healthy enough for the procedure.

Follow Your Pre-Surgical Instructions

For every patient that I treat, I begin with a pre-surgical consultation to discuss the surgery you may want, what the surgery involves, your expectations, and so on. As part of that consultation, I will give you detailed pre-surgical instructions for preparing for your procedure.

Be sure to follow all of these instructions carefully, because they are all designed to help you have a surgery that is as safe and effective as possible. These instructions will include information about what medications to avoid and when antibiotic soap to use for your treatment area, how to prepare for your postoperative care, and more.

Planning Ahead for the Best Possible Liposuction Results

Liposuction can be an excellent way to resolve frustrating areas of stubborn fat and finally achieve the contours you want for your physique in the upcoming swimsuit season and all year round. Preparing properly for your surgery will help you enjoy a smoother surgery with the best, longest-lasting results possible.

To start planning your liposuction surgery, call my plastic surgery office to schedule a consultation today. Follow me on Facebook for more cosmetic surgery tips.

 

The Art of Facelift Surgery: Why Your Plastic Surgeon Matters

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Nonsurgical wrinkle treatmentsHealthcare is a field in which choosing the right provider for you is critical. If you settle for a mediocre tailor, the stakes aren’t very high, but any service that impacts your health needs to be taken seriously. Facelift surgery is no exception. In fact, as you start looking for a facelift surgeon, you’ll notice that there are widespread differences among plastic surgeons. It’s not only a question of how good they are – it’s a question of their artistic abilities too.

As a double board-certified plastic surgeon who has specialized in facelifts for 25 years, I know the world of facelift surgery intimately. To help you on your journey to finding the perfect facelift surgeon for your needs, I’m digging further into the question of what to look for in a plastic surgeon and why you need to consider medical capability and artistic strength in your search.

What Sets Plastic Surgery and Facelifts Apart from Other Surgeries

Most surgeries have a rather straightforward goal: to repair a specific part of your body internally. As long as the surgeon successfully removes your appendix or repairs your hernia, for example, the appearance of your incisions and your surgical site are generally a minor consideration.

For plastic surgeries like facelifts, on the other hand, your aesthetic is the ultimate goal for the procedure. Not only does the surgeon need to carefully reposition your underlying facial tissue to create the appearance you want, but when the surgery is finished, the incisions and other areas of your face need to look wonderful too.

Why Facelift Surgeons are Both Doctors and Artists

As you search for a facelift surgeon, it’s important to recognize that you are looking for someone who is both a physician and an artist – and this is very different from choosing another type of doctor like a general practitioner. In most specialties within the medical field, the doctor either gets it right or doesn’t. In plastic surgery, though, the outcomes are not just “correct” or “incorrect.” Your surgeon needs to understand how you want to look and be able to sculpt each contour of your face to match that vision.

This is particularly tricky because, during surgery, your surgeon isn’t able to fully see how your face will look after it has healed due to swelling. Your surgeon must be able to know how to correctly reposition your facial tissue so that it will later look natural but within your expectations. This is a skill that only comes from years of specialized training and extensive experience.

What to Look for in a Facelift Surgeon

If you are considering a facelift, it may seem overwhelming trying to find a surgeon who has strong medical skills as well as an artistic sense that matches the results you want. As you explore the facelift surgeons in your area, be sure to look for these criteria:

  • Specialized experience: You want a surgeon who specializes in facelifts so you can be sure they are a true expert in shaping the facial contours within the confines of your facial structure.
  • Board certification: Be sure to choose a surgeon who is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, because this indicates that they have years of training specifically in plastic surgery and that their skills have been assessed and deemed to be satisfactory. It’s important to note that any doctor can market themselves as a cosmetic surgeon whether or not they have any training in cosmetic procedures.
  • Before and after photos you love: Remember that facelift surgery is partially an art form, and you need to make sure this artist has a similar aesthetic taste to yours.

Finding the Right Facelift Surgeon for You

Getting a facelift is a very personal journey because it is a path toward restoring your confidence in yourself. That journey starts with finding a surgeon who has the skills and experience to give you outstanding results and, just as importantly, a surgeon who makes you feel comfortable with them. To find out if I may be the right fit for your facelift, schedule a facelift consultation at my Atlanta office today. Follow me as well on Facebook for more plastic surgery updates and tips.

Dr. John LeRoy Named Among Castle Connolly’s 2022 Top Doctors in Atlanta

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Dr. LeRoyIf you are a patient of Dr. John LeRoy or if you know someone who is, you already know that quality care is his top priority. He has dedicated his career to giving his patients the best aesthetic results and the best facial rejuvenation possible while minimizing their recovery time so that they get outstanding results with fewer compromises. Delivering these positive outcomes has led him down the path of creating his own line of minimally invasive procedures, starting with his most popular Band Aid Mini Facelift, and these procedures have become favorites among his patients.

As much joy as Dr. LeRoy receives from simply seeing how much his patients love their results, it’s always a special privilege to see his work recognized on a larger scale. That is why we are honored and thrilled to announce that Dr. LeRoy has been named among Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors in Atlanta featured in Modern Luxury’s publications in 2022.

Modern Luxury, the nationwide media empire behind The Atlantan and a variety of other Atlanta publications, has partnered with well-respected medical vetting firm Castle Connolly to identify the top 7% of doctors around the country. The vetting firm used a variety of criteria such as board certification, reputation, peer recommendation, and experience to single out the most exceptional physicians in a variety of specialties and categories. Dr. LeRoy is proud to be named as one of the Atlanta physicians within this top 7%.

Because of this special honor, Dr. LeRoy has been featured in the January issue of Modern Luxury Medicine + Doctors, a publication that circulates widely in the healthcare industry. He will also be featured in the May issue of The Atlantan along with Atlanta’s other top physicians.

Dr. LeRoy is no stranger to distinctions such as this. He has been named an Atlanta Magazine Top Doctor for six consecutive years. His reputation among his patients and throughout the local and national medical community is one of respect, formed by 30 years of giving patients the confidence they deserve.

Keep an eye out for Dr. LeRoy in the January issue of Modern Luxury Medicine + Doctors and in the May issue of The Atlantan. In the meantime, if you have cosmetic goals of your own you’d like to achieve, schedule a plastic surgery consultation today. Follow Dr. LeRoy on Facebook for more plastic surgery insights and special announcements.

What Makes the Band Aid Mini Facelift Unique?

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mini faceliftFacelifts are among the most popular and well-known plastic surgeries. In fact, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over 234,000 facelifts were performed in the US in 2020. A traditional facelift, though, has its downsides, like a long recovery period and the need for general anesthesia. That’s why my signature Band Aid Mini Facelift has become so beloved by my patients in Atlanta and beyond.

What is it that makes the Band Aid Mini Facelift so unique? There are several important differences I explain to every patient.

Gradual Approach

As a whole, I designed my Band Aid Mini Facelift to take a different approach than traditional facelifts. This surgery is focused on making natural-looking improvements to your appearance at shorter intervals compared to a traditional facelift.

For example, with a traditional facelift, you might have the surgery and then let aging take its course. After 15-20 years have passed, you have another facelift to repair 15-20 years of aging in one procedure. With a Band Aid Mini Facelift, on the other hand, I cut that in half. About every ten years or so, I give you a rejuvenating result that makes a noticeable difference yet one that is discreet enough to make sure you still look like you. This way, the focus is more on maintaining a more youthful look.

Minimally Invasive Techniques

The Band Aid Mini Facelift is meant to be a way to achieve the rejuvenating results you want without the extended recovery time of a traditional facelift. To do this, I use specialized minimally invasive techniques and incisions that are as small as possible. These minimally invasive techniques keep your bruising, swelling, and recovery time to a minimum.

Gentle Numbing

Like most plastic surgeries, a traditional facelift typically requires general anesthesia. Because my Band Aid Mini Facelift is minimally invasive, though, I am able to use gentle numbing instead. This reduces the cost of your procedure while also allowing you to be comfortable and awake throughout the procedure. For patients who are nervous about the potential risks of general anesthesia, the use of gentle numbing can ease your anxieties so you can still achieve the aesthetic results you want.

Reduced Recovery Time

One of the aspects of my Band Aid Mini Facelift that my patients appreciate most is the significantly reduced recovery time. After a traditional facelift, it may take about two weeks before you have recovered enough to go back to work or resume your other daily activities, and you’ll need to wait longer before getting back to strenuous exercise. A Band Aid Mini Facelift, on the other hand, typically cuts the recovery time in half.

If you’re looking for a way to restore your confidence in your appearance and enjoy a more youthful look, my Band Aid Mini Facelift may be the ideal option. To find out if it’s the right choice for you, schedule a mini facelift consultation at my Atlanta office today. Follow me on Facebook as well for more cosmetic surgery insights.

Liposuction Safety: A Guide for Patients

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The decision to have plastic surgery isn’t one that people make on a whim. Most patients have thought about their surgery for months or even years, weighing the pros and cons before they decide to make that commitment and move forward. Of the “cons” patients consider, the most prominent one is usually the risks of having surgery.

As a double board-certified plastic surgeon, it is my aim to educate my patients about everything they need to know about their surgery, including the risks and limitations. While this will vary from patient to patient, I’m dedicating this blog to answering your questions and concerns about liposuction safety.

Is Liposuction Safe?

Truthfully, there are always risks that come with any type of surgery, whether it is cosmetic or medically necessary. However, serious complications are rare with liposuction surgery, so the safety rate is high for this procedure.

Before your surgery, you’ll have a one-on-one consultation with your plastic surgeon. During this consultation, you’ll discuss the results and the surgical and recovery experience you can expect, as well as the risks. I also require certain medical testing and documentation for every patient before their surgery so we can identify any added risk factors in advance.

Ways to Make Your Liposuction Surgery Safer

As rare as serious complications are, it’s important to take steps to make your liposuction surgery as safe as possible. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to protect your health before surgery.

  1. Choose a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

It’s important to realize that not every provider that offers cosmetic surgery is actually board-certified in plastic surgery. Some providers may be board-certified in other specialties, such as cosmetic surgery, which is not an AMA-recognized board. Surgeons board-certified in other areas of medicine don’t have the in-depth training and tested knowledge of a board-certified plastic surgeon. I am proud to provide my patient with the added comfort of knowing that I am double board-certified – certified in plastic surgery by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and in general surgery by the American College of Surgeons.

  1. Consider a Minimally Invasive Option

While every liposuction procedure is tailored to the patient, there are some types of liposuction that are particularly different from the norm – mini liposuction surgeries. A mini liposuction surgery can vary, but these procedures typically use minimally invasive methods and smaller incisions to treat smaller, more localized pockets of unwanted fat.

In my case, I offer a unique variation: my signature Band Aid Liposuction. Not only is this surgery minimally invasive but it uses gentle numbing rather than general anesthesia. This goes a long way toward minimizing the surgical risks while also making the procedure more cost-effective and reducing the recovery time.

  1. Select a Surgeon with Plenty of Liposuction Experience

Many plastic surgeons have certain specialties that become their primary focus. For example, some surgeons almost exclusively perform breast augmentations. Other surgeons have more variety in their cases.

It’s important that for liposuction, you choose a plastic surgeon who performs liposuction on a regular basis. They don’t need to specialize exclusively in liposuction, but if they rarely perform this procedure, their skills won’t be as sharp as someone who does perform it often. For example, they may not have the expertise to ensure that your skin is firm after your surgery.

Setting the Stage for a Safe and Effective Liposuction Surgery

If you have an area of fat that has been resistant to diet and exercise and you’re looking for a controlled way to sculpt it into the shape you want, liposuction could be a perfect choice. With the safety tips above, you can protect your health while also getting the cosmetic results you want. To discuss your surgery, call my plastic surgery practice in Atlanta today to schedule a consultation. In the meantime, follow me on Facebook for more cosmetic surgery tips.

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