I just wanted to write and say thank you to Dr. LeRoy and his entire staff for the wonderful and “almost” pain free experience. Everyone treated me with the utmost respect and concern through the entire process from my before picture all the way to the after picture. I was hesitant at first to even consider cosmetic surgery, but Dr. LeRoy made me feel very comfortable about the procedure and was very clear about what I should expect. He listened to what I was wanting and his “craftsmanship” showed in the results. I am very happy with my decision and would highly recommend Dr. LeRoy to any of my friends. Thank you again!
Most people understand the goal of facial rejuvenation procedures: to restore the appearance of younger, tighter facial skin with fewer wrinkles. What isn’t as widely known is that facial rejuvenation does not necessarily have to include facial plastic surgery. While a traditional facelift or eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is an excellent choice for mature individuals who wish to eliminate hanging, excess skin of the forehead, eyelids, cheeks, or even neck, those with less significant signs of aging may not need the dramatic results offered by such a procedure.
For Atlanta patients who are just noticing the formation of crow’s feet (wrinkles around the eyes) or creases between the eyebrows and on the forehead, wrinkle-relaxing injectables like Botox® and Dysport® are an excellent option. Made of slightly different versions of purified Botulinum, both Botox® and Dysport® inhibit the repeated muscle movements that cause wrinkles. If you’ve been contemplating Dysport®, now is an excellent time to try it because from July 15th through September 30th, 2011, you can save $50 on 300 units of Dysport®. Saving is simple; all you have to do is log on to dysportusa.com and register. After you’ve completed your registration you will be guided to a printable form which you can fill out and mail in to receive your $50 rebate.
Additionally, patients who have received Botox® wrinkle reduction treatment within the last three to twelve months can receive an additional $50 rebate (that’s $100 in total savings) by providing an itemized receipt of their previous Botox® treatment along with their mailed redemption form.
Just as with plastic surgery, no one cosmetic procedure is appropriate for everyone’s cosmetic needs. Dysport®’s “Think Outside the Bo**x” campaign is designed to allow you to trial your dermal injectable options to see which one works best for you in reducing wrinkles and making you look younger.
Atlanta’s, Dr. John LeRoy is an expert in plastic surgery of the face, breast and body. In 1997, Dr. LeRoy developed his signature band aid facelift procedure and has since expanded his services to include multiple band aid procedures. Find list of his cosmetic surgery services, signature procedures and professional highlights featured in Atlanta Magazine.
An interview aired on Good Morning America last week sharing the story of San Francisco pageant mom, Kerry Campbell, who defended her decision to inject her daughter’s face with Botox® in preparation for several children’s beauty pageants. This news story highlights the importance of understanding what is and is not acceptable in the world of cosmetic skin treatments.
As a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who’s abided by the Hippocratic Oath for nearly two decades, I’ve devoted my career to helping patients. This story affects me further because I too am a parent. I feel sympathy for Ms. Campbell as she’s clearly made an unwise decision here, and there will most likely be long-term repercussions for Campbell and her little girl. Moral judgment aside, I’d like to use this incident as a vehicle for discussion and an opportunity to educate consumers about the dangers of under qualified injectable providers and the effects such procedures can have on the wrong patients.
Botox® can be used in children to minimize the symptoms of neuromuscular disorders, like muscle spasms, when performed by a neurologist or a board certified pediatric specialist. Given the components of Botox®, a purified form of the neurotoxin botulinum, cosmetic treatment should only be used in adult patients whose bodies are finished growing. Without the proper administrator, facial injectables can cause impaired physical development, eyelid drooping, and temporary muscle paralysis.
There are only four types of individuals who are legally permitted to administer Botox® Cosmetic in Georgia: board certified doctors of medicine, physician assistants, registered nurses, or nurse practitioners under the direction of a physician. Because only M.D.’s can legally purchase the product, it is up to those physicians to uphold their ethical, legal, and moral values in deciding who they will entrust to administer the treatment to their patients. This story is a prime example of how consumers should guard themselves with as much knowledge as possible when contemplating any cosmetic surgery or skin treatment.
The field of medicine is a delicate blend of science and art: the art portion being the creative application of said science. There is, however, a line that needs to be drawn between doctor and patient with the amount of artistic license granted to any cosmetic surgeon. I encourage all of my Atlanta cosmetic plastic surgery patients to ask me their questions, investigate my credentials, and use good judgment when it comes to pursuing cosmetic procedure(s).
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