Dr. John LeRoy, a board certified plastic surgeon in Atlanta, interviews one of his recent cosmetic surgery patients following her procedure. Click the video below to watch her testimonial.
With over 7 million non-surgical cosmetic procedures performed in the U.S. during 2011 alone, according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), it’s easy to surmise that minimally invasive cosmetic procedures are still very popular. Due to a variety of factors like convenience and affordability, skin treatments like laser skin resurfacing, chemical peels, specialized anti-aging skin care products, and microdermabrasion are everywhere.
Just as it’s important to do your research before a prospective plastic surgery procedure, it is also important to do your research and receive a proper aesthetic consultation before pursuing a non-surgical skin treatment. To make the research process a bit easier, Dr. LeRoy has summarized two of the most popular anti-aging skin treatments below: microdermabrasion and Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing:
Treatment Description: After gentle numbing is administered, Dr. LeRoy uses the hand held device to topically emit tiny beams of fractionated laser light (DOT laser) to the skin to create tiny wounds that induce the body’s wound-healing response to produce new, younger-looking skin cells. Most patients equate the sensation of the treatment to short, snapping bursts of energy.
Treatment time: 45 minutes – 1 hour
Treatment area: The DOT laser technology used in Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing can be applied to any area of exposed skin on the body; however, most patients pursue the treatment for its ability to eliminate unsightly cosmetic issues on the face and neck.
Expected downtime: 7-14 days for any redness to subside and healthy skin to regenerate
Issues Addressed: hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, mild to moderate wrinkling, lax facial skin, hypopigmentation, skin tone irregularities, skin texture irregularities
Result visibility: Immediate skin tightening is often reported by laser resurfacing patients. Because this treatment works internally to gradually stimulate collagen production, full cosmetic results are typically seen 2-3 months following the procedure.
Treatment Description: During microdermabrasion, a mechanized exfoliation wand moves round crystals across cleansed skin to exfoliate dead, dull outer layers of surface skin.
Treatment time: 30 minutes – 1 hour
Expected downtime: 0-1 day for any mild flushing associated with exfoliation to subside.
Treatment area: Face, neck, and décolleté
Issues Addressed: mild hyperpigmentation, active acne, mild scarring, mild wrinkling, and skin texture irregularities.
Result visibility: Microdermabrasion will produce noticeably smoother skin after just one treatment. With repeated treatments, patients will notice a reduction in clogged pores contributing to acne, a reduction in pore size, and overall improvement in skin texture.
Both microdermabrasion and Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing are appropriate for patients who have not undergone facial plastic surgery as well as those who have previously undergone cosmetic enhancement and are looking to rejuvenate their results. To best determine which non-surgical cosmetic treatment is best for your needs, please contact Dr. LeRoy’s office to set up a consultation. You can also connect with him on Facebook and Twitter for plastic surgery and skin treatment news.
Dr. John LeRoy understands that while the holiday season may be over, that doesn’t mean your life has slowed down. Perfect for patients whose signs of aging do not yet require a facelift or neck lift or those who want to enhance surgical results years after their initial procedure, Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing offers younger-looking skin with less downtime than surgery.
This month we’re offering $1000 OFF Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing through January 31st. Contact our office or call (404) 843-0840 for details or to schedule your appointment.
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.
Make sure to connect with our office on Facebook and Twitter for the latest in Atlanta plastic surgery news and updates. You can also check out our testimonial gallery to watch videos from some of our Atlanta Band Aid Facelift patients.
Because so many patients have received the benefits of Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing and are raving about their results, we’ve decided to extend our specials on the procedure through the month of December. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune your cosmetic surgery results or prepare your skin for the new year, Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing is the perfect treatment to help you reach your cosmetic goals. Call to schedule your appointment for $1000 off your customized DOT Laser Therapy treatment!
Signs of aging often hit us when we least expect them. We’ll catch a glimpse of our complexions in a mirror at a holiday party and realize that we don’t look like we’re 20 anymore. While there is nothing wrong with looking your age, we understand that you want to look the best you can at any age and feel confident in your own skin.
Dr. John LeRoy‘s Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing works to help eliminate signs of aging like hyperpigmentation, fine lines, and damaged-looking skin. For those who may not be ready for surgical anti-aging procedures, Band Aid Laser treatment using DOT Laser Therapy gives patients tighter, younger-looking skin with minimal downtime. Individuals who have undergone facial rejuvenation surgery like a facelift or blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) can also benefit from the rejuvenating effects of Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing as a finishing touch to help revive skin and further refine your cosmetic surgery results.
The DOT Laser works by releasing tiny pillars of laser light energy that perforate the skin to stimulate collagen production and induce the body’s natural healing processes. Like Dr. LeRoy’s other Band Aid procedures, Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing can be performed in-office with gentle numbing for minimal downtime and optimal patient results.
Make certain to mark your calendar to take advantage of our extended special of $1000 off your Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing treatment. This great deal only lasts until December 31st, so contact us to make your appointment today.