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Dr. John LeRoy Explains Different Plastic Surgery Options for Neck Rejuvenation

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female-neck-and-chin-areIf you are not currently happy with the appearance of your neck and chin area, the good news is that there are several outstanding ways to address this with the help of cosmetic surgery. Neck rejuvenation can take many forms, and it can be a challenge for some people to differentiate between these options and determine the right course of action for their specific needs. That’s where I can help. I have been helping my patients recontour their neck areas for many years and wanted to speak today about a few of the most common plastic surgery procedures for the neck and the different ways they are able to help.

Neck Lift Surgery

Neck lift surgery is done to help patients by tightening and revitalizing loose or sagging skin and muscle around the jowls and underneath the chin area. Sagging skin in this area and weakened or damaged muscles can lead to the appearance of a “turkey neck,” which can make both men and women look far older than their years. By removing this excess skin, repairing damaged muscles, and lifting the remaining tissue, a neck lift is able to provide a more sculpted, defined jawline and younger-looking overall appearance.

Facelift Surgery

Depending on the extent of your issues, facelift surgery can also be a great way to alter the lower portion of the face, including the neck. Much like a neck lift, a facelift works by removing and tightening the skin around the face and neck, and then repositioning the remaining tissue. This is done to decrease droopiness and alleviate wrinkles, fine lines, and other issues with the skin’s texture. I am able to perform facelift surgery to target areas like the cheeks, around the mouth, and the jawline.

Liposuction for the Neck

For some people, their issue has nothing to do with loose skin, but the accumulation of fat in the neck and underneath the chin area. Even people who are otherwise at a healthy body weight can experience excess fat that creates the appearance of a “double chin.” Liposuction for the neck can help in these cases by surgically removing this fat and creating a more trim and better-defined neck, jowl and chin area. This can be especially helpful for younger patients who have not yet experienced any issues with loose or sagging skin.

I hope anyone concerned about their neck will be intrigued about these options and take the next step towards improved appearance and self-esteem. For patients who seek more modest aesthetic improvement, I also offer minimally invasive Band Aid versions of all three of these procedures, performed in my office under gentle numbing. 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.

Popular Plastic Surgeries for Patients of All Ages – Part 2

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older-male-female-in-each-others-armsWelcome to part two of our blog series on popular plastic surgery procedures for patients of all ages. As I discussed in part one, there isn’t any specific age range for people who can benefit from undergoing cosmetic surgery. As long as the patient is in good health and a good candidate for their respective procedure, plastic surgery can be incredibly helpful and rewarding for patients of all ages. Today, I will go into more detail on how plastic surgery can be helpful for patients who are 50 and older, and more specifically, which cosmetic procedures can be most beneficial for these patients.

Cosmetic Procedures For Patients in Their 50’s

Unlike patients in their 30’s and 40’s who may be preemptively trying to fight off common signs of aging before they occur, plastic surgery for patients in their 50’s may require a more detailed approach. One consistent problem area that I see with patients in this age range is the cheeks beginning to lose their plumpness, the skin beginning to get looser and more wrinkles developing in the lower portion of the face. For people in their 50’s who have started to see the early signs of sagging skin and lax facial tissue, my signature Band Aid Mini Facelift can provide immense relief. This minimally invasive alternative to traditional facelift surgery is customized to each patient’s needs, and is performed in my office using gentle numbing rather than general anesthesia. The results are natural, outstanding and the post-surgery recovery is often incredibly simple.

Cosmetic Procedures For Patients in Their 60’s and Older

Plastic surgery is more common than ever for people who are in their 60’s. Unsurprisingly, patients in this age bracket put more emphasis on facial rejuvenation than body contouring. I often end up discussing neck lift surgery with these patients, as an effective means for improving the appearance of lax skin and muscle of the neck (often referred to as a waddle or jowls). Undergoing a neck lift can also enhance the results of other facial procedures, like eyelid surgery or a facelift, to provide even more comprehensive results for patients with considerable facial aging. Eyelid surgery to help refresh the appearance of the areas around the eyes is also very in-demand for patients in this age range.

My personal philosophy is that age is just a number and the “right” cosmetic procedure is the one that will most help my patient achieve their aesthetic goals and feel better about how they look. 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.

Enhance Your Facial Rejuvenation with a Neck Lift

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facial rejuvenation and neck liftWhen you think of facial rejuvenation, facelifts, eye lifts, and brow lifts are often the first few treatments that come to mind, but neckline contouring shouldn’t be overlooked.  There is something to be said for a graceful, smooth, and contoured neckline.  It signals youth and restores balance to the face.  In some cases, neck lift procedures can enhance one’s appearance so significantly that there is no need for other facial cosmetic procedures.  Though, it is the ideal procedure to complement facelifts, eye lifts, brow lifts, as well as other surgical facial treatments.

What is a Neck Lift:

Neck lift procedures, also known as a lower rhytidectomy, focus on tightening and revitalizing lax skin around the jowls and chin.  Our collagen production decreases as we age, causing these areas to sag.  Other factors such as genetics, gravity, and lifestyle habits also affect the rate at which aging occurs, and this leads patients to seek cosmetic procedures which are aimed at restoring youth and rejuvenating the face and neck.

Contouring the jawline and neck will vary from patient to patient, and each person’s individual aesthetic goal will be unique.  Loose, sagging skin and weakened muscles can result in the look of what is sometimes referred to as a “turkey neck,” giving the appearance that the patient is older than his or her age.  This excess skin and noticeable muscle bands can also mask the appearance of the chin and jawline, eliminating the natural contour.  A neck lift procedure will remove excess skin and tighten the neck muscles.  As a result, firmness and definition are restored to the patient’s face, resulting in a youthful, balanced appearance and a defined chin and jawline.

My Band Aid Neck Lift Procedure:

My Band Aid neck lift procedure is unique because I can perform it in-office with gentle numbing, eliminating the need for an offsite surgical center and general anesthesia.  I always tailor my surgical procedures to each patient individually, but generally speaking, I will focus on excess fat removal, tightening muscles, and redistributing tissue to achieve a natural, rejuvenated appearance. 

Because I can perform this procedure in-office, the recovery period is shortened and the cost is less.  However, you will be asked to avoid strenuous activity for several days following the procedure to properly heal the treated area.  You should be able to return to your normal routine within one-two weeks of surgery.

I always strive to achieve a balance between restoring your youthful appearance and ensuring you will continue to look like yourself after any cosmetic procedure.  The goal isn’t to change who you are but to enhance and refresh your natural look and glow.  If you are considering a neck lift procedure, schedule a consultation with me, Dr. John LeRoy.  I would be happy to discuss this procedure in greater detail and answer any questions you may have.  For more information about me and my practice, follow me on Facebook.  

How to Determine If Neck Lift Surgery Is Right for You

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female-upper-body-neck-and-faceAs we age, it is common to experience lax skin and muscle on the neck. However, something that varies about these concerns is how they are treated. Factors such as age, severity and the patient’s individual needs help to determine exactly what the best course of treatment is for you. While a neck lift may be the best option for some patients, procedures such as a facelift and liposuction can be performed to improve the appearance of this area as well. To help you determine if neck lift surgery is the best option for your needs, I, Dr. John L. LeRoy, have broken down what a good candidate for neck lift surgery looks like and what you should know about this treatment.

What is Neck Lift Surgery?

A neck lift, also known as a lower rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that aims to improve the signs of aging in the neck and lower jawline. My Band Aid neck lift procedure is performed in-office with gentle numbing. Since this procedure is less invasive than traditional neck lift surgery, the recovery period is much quicker.

For those undergoing a neck lift, you should expect excess fat to be sculpted or redistributed, underlying tissue to be repositioned, muscle to be tightened and liposuction to be used to remove excess fat. I will always tailor this procedure to the patient’s specific needs and the treatment will match their unique concerns.

Who is a Good Candidate for Neck Lift Surgery?

Conditions that neck lift surgery can treat include loose neck skin, muscle banding in the neck, excess fat under the chin and overall excess fat and skin in the lower face. The excess skin that forms on the neck can be caused by a number of reasons including gravity due to normal aging, genetics, and weight gain to name a few. The type of treatment that you may need depends on your individual concerns and the overall state of your skin.

If you are happy with the way your upper face looks or if you feel that you aren’t ready for a facelift, a neck lift may be an option for you. Another sign is when your neck looks out of place compared with the rest of your face. Good candidates include those who are healthy, do not smoke, have a positive attitude and have realistic expectations for their surgery.

Ultimately, figuring out whether or not a neck lift is the best choice for you is a personal and complex decision. I have extensive experience with treating a diverse set of facial concerns and signs of aging, so no matter what your concerns are, I am well equipped to assess your unique situation and to help guide you through your treatment options.

If you’re interested in scheduling a consultation, contact me, double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. John L. LeRoy, in Atlanta today. Additionally, give me a follow on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube to stay updated and informed about my cosmetic and surgical procedures.

Dr. LeRoy’s Band Aid Facelift Renounces Betty White’s Claim that Plastic Surgery Makes People Look Unrecognizable

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The Golden Girls legend Betty White was quoted in a recent interview saying that she wished some of her friends had aged gracefully and not had plastic surgery because she barely recognizes them. She says that people will come up to her and she will recognize their voice, but she just cannot identify their new face. Betty says she would not consider plastic surgery and prefers to age gracefully.  The good news is that subtle facial plastic surgery results do exist, the trick is finding a discerning plastic surgeon like Dr. John LeRoy.

The most common negative review of the facelift is the unnatural, stretched look it provides, causing patients to look unlike themselves. Dr. LeRoy has developed a mini-facelift procedure, called the Band Aid facelift, which provides a more youthful lifted look, without compromising the patients’ natural features. Therefore, the patient still looks like his or herself.

Dr. LeRoy realizes that the goal of facial plastic surgery is not to drastically change a patient’s appearance, but to emphasize the patient’s naturally attractive features by rejuvenating only certain areas:  lifting the forehead region (forehead lift) or eliminating excess skin along the chin area (neck lift.) The Band Aid Facelift, and LeRoy’s other band aid procedures, are not as expansive as their traditional versions, but can be performed in-office with local anesthesia targeting the patient’s problem areas. These “mini” procedures also cut down on recovery time and hospitalization costs.

For more information regarding the band aid facelift, visit Dr. LeRoy’s website, contact his office, and keep reading his blog.