Menu

Plastic Surgeon

Why Cosmetic Facial Injections Are Popular Among Younger Patients

, , , ,

female-checkes-eyes-in-mirrorCosmetic facial injections like Botox®, Dysport®, and facial fillers, by and large, are thought of as treatments to reduce signs of aging. They do an excellent job of this, and that’s why they’re so common among people in their 40s, 50s, and up who are fighting back against the cosmetic symptoms of aging that have already appeared.

It surprises many people to learn, though, that these cosmetic facial injections are also increasingly popular among younger patients, including those in their 20s and early 30s who have few (if any) visible signs of aging. Let’s look at the top reasons why these younger patients are opting for Botox®, Dysport®, and fillers.

Preventing Future Wrinkles

In general, millennials today are showing a greater interest in prevention compared to previous generations did at their age, and that extends to preventing signs of aging. Botox® and Dysport® are excellent preventative treatments to keep future signs of aging from setting in.

When you make the same facial expressions repeatedly over the years, your skin will crease in those areas and the facial muscles in these areas become more rigid, staying in a partially contracted state. This causes fine lines and eventually deeper wrinkles in certain facial areas. Botox® and Dysport® relax those tensed facial muscles, and while this smooths existing wrinkles, it also keeps you from overusing those muscles over and over for months at a time so you’re less likely to develop wrinkles in the future.

Filling In Facial Hollows at a Younger Age

Facial hollows like deep divots under your eyes or hollows in your cheeks are often the result of aging. As the years go by, you lose facial fat from certain areas and your skin becomes thinner as well.

Not all facial hollows come from aging, though. Some people naturally have less facial volume under their eyes leading to persistent dark circles, for example. Genetics, weight fluctuations, and more can create unwanted changes in your facial structure. A skilled and experienced board-certified plastic surgeon, particularly a plastic surgeon specializing in facial procedures, can use fillers like Restylane®, Juvederm®, and Radiesse® to sculpt the facial contour for young patients.

Enhancing the Lips

Full, plump lips are a popular standard of beauty. Some people have naturally thin lips due to genetics, and other people have noticed their lips getting thinner with age. Facial filler injections are giving countless younger patients the full lips they want in addition to helping older patients restore the plumper lips of their youth. Cosmetic facial injections can also be used to make uneven lips more symmetrical at nearly any age.

Making Minor Facial Tweaks

Facial fillers, Botox®, and Dysport® are rather versatile tools for making many types of facial tweaks. The contraction and relaxation of facial muscles affect many aspects of your appearance, so Botox® and Dysport® can be used for younger patients to raise and adjust the shape of their brows, tweak the curvature of the lips, or slim a muscular jawline, for example. Facial fillers can be used for other subtle adjustments too like curling the corners of the lips upward, adjusting the shape of the “cupid’s bow” at the top of the upper lip, tweaking the shape of the nose, and slightly changing the contour of the chin.

Choosing Your Provider for Cosmetic Facial Injections

Every day, more and more young adults are discovering that some of their top cosmetic frustrations can be temporarily solved with cosmetic facial injections, and understandably, that is an exciting prospect. However, don’t rush to the first person you find who offers Botox®, Dysport®, or facial filler injections. These injections are medical procedures that need to be done in a precise and safe way that only comes from training and expertise, so only trust a qualified and experienced medical professional in a sterile facility.

To find out if cosmetic facial injections can accomplish your cosmetic goals, schedule a consultation with me, Dr. John LeRoy. Follow me on Facebook for more plastic surgery insights and tips.

Tips for Managing Your Facelift Scars

, , , , , ,

facelift scars LeRoyScarring is an inevitable part of any surgery, and this is something that I discuss with every patient in their pre-surgical consultation. Of course, for a facelift or any other plastic surgery, the purpose of the procedure is a cosmetic improvement, so it’s natural that you want to keep your scarring as minimal as possible.

Genetics and other factors outside your control do play a part in your risk of forming noticeable scars. Still, there are plenty of steps you can take both before and after surgery to lower your risk or to manage and minimize your scars. As a double board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in facelifts, I help patients with this aspect of their cosmetic surgery journeys every day, so I’m happy to provide tips and insights.

Choose a Skilled and Experienced Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

One of the many factors that influence your scarring is the skill of your surgeon. You want your surgeon to be able to close your incision cleanly and smoothly without excess tension. For this and many other reasons, it’s important to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon who has extensive experience in facelifts, and I’m proud to fit these criteria. It helps to review a surgeon’s before and after photos too to see how noticeable (or not) their patients’ scars typically are.

Follow Post-Surgical Instructions Closely

When you have your facelift or Band Aid Mini Facelift surgery, your surgeon will give you clear instructions for your recovery, such as instructions about wound care, activity, sleeping, and so on. All of these instructions are designed to help you heal as smoothly as possible, and many of them will have a direct impact on your scarring. It’s critical to follow all these instructions closely and to contact the surgeon if you have any questions.

Eat Plenty of Protein

Your skin heals wounds (including surgical incisions) using collagen, a protein that your body naturally produces. To produce that collagen, your body needs certain ingredients like amino acids, which largely come from breaking down the protein you eat. You can help your body produce the collagen it needs for a smoother scar by eating a healthy diet overall with plenty of protein.

Make Sun Protection a Priority

As your skin is healing, it will be particularly sensitive to the sun. Sun exposure on an incision that is still healing can lead to pigmentation changes that make your scar more noticeable. To prevent this, be sure to avoid sun exposure to your incision in the first weeks after your surgery.

Keep in mind that scar tissue doesn’t tan. Even in the years after your surgery, it’s best to protect your facial skin with sunscreen every day because if your face tans but your scars don’t, the scars will be more prominent. Sun protection also reduces premature aging, allowing you to enjoy your facelift results for longer.

Consider Scar Reduction Treatments

Scars can continue to improve slowly in the months and years after your surgery, and if you follow the tips above, your facelift scars are likely to be minimal and well-concealed. However, if you find yourself bothered by your facelift scars, there are treatments that may be able to help. The most successful option is typically a laser treatment like my Band Aid Laser Skin Resurfacing, though treatments like chemical peels may offer improvements as well.

Setting Yourself Up for Better Facelift Results

Minimizing your scarring is one of many ways to make your facelift as successful as possible with results you’ll enjoy for years. The tips above can help you minimize your scarring risks even before your surgery and while you heal. To start your journey toward the facelift results you’ll love, schedule a facelift consultation with me, Dr. John LeRoy, at my Atlanta office. Follow me on Facebook for more plastic surgery insights.

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

, , , ,

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?

, , , , ,

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.

Here’s What My Patients Are Saying!

, , , , , ,

happy-coupleBuilding meaningful connections with my patients is one of my favorite parts about being a board-certified plastic surgeon. Here are a few recent testimonials:

“I have had three procedures done by Dr. LeRoy and it feels so good knowing that I have a highly experienced doctor who understands my cosmetic needs like the gynecologist who knows my body like a mechanic. He and Dorothy always make me feel like family. Dorothy anticipates my needs during procedures with outstanding empathy and Dr. LeRoy’s voice and humor makes everything okay. He calls to check on you after the procedure. He is the Michelangelo of cosmetics!!!”
– P. (2021)

“Dr. LeRoy and his assistant Dorothy made me feel at ease throughout the whole procedure. Dr. LeRoy is a very skilled and artistic plastic surgeon with a great bedside manner.”
– A. (2021)

“I had the chance to meet Dr. LeRoy today!! He is an amazing doctor who is honest and pleasant. This was my first encounter with him but I could tell he cared about me and my concerns and addressed them in a professional but compassionate manner. He recommended I wait for the procedure I wanted and did not force any sales upon me. I am grateful to have met such an amazing person and staff. I came in with lack of confidence within myself and left full of confidence. Such an amazing staff.”
– T.F.B. (2020)

“Dr. LeRoy and his staff were amazing! They were upfront and realistic about expectations. I had liposuction and fat transfer of my abdomen to fix a previous poorly done lipo from 10 years ago. I am only a week out of surgery and never thought my stomach could look this ‘normal’ again. He truly took his time and effort to give me the best possible results. After many consultations and hearing a wide variety of quotes that were unimaginable and overwhelming I was beginning to think I would never look at my belly without cringing again. After my initial plastic surgery consultation with Dr. Leroy I was confident and excited to start the process. He did not disappoint.”
– S.V. (2019)

“Dr. LeRoy and staff were friendly, professional and very helpful in explaining different procedures I was interested in. I didn’t feel like I was being sold on things I didn’t need, in fact just the opposite.”
– L. (2020)

Receiving such positive feedback from my patients is extremely rewarding. I am dedicated and passionate about providing top-notch plastic and cosmetic surgical procedures and hearing from happy patients is always an honor. For more information about my wide range of Band Aid procedures or to leave a testimonial of your own, contact me, double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. John L. LeRoy in Atlanta today. Also, make sure to follow me on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube for more plastic surgery insights and monthly specials.

Load More