Meet Atlanta, Georgia Plastic Surgeon John LeRoy, MD

Our Procedures

Posted on July 26, 2011 in About Our Practice Video Transcripts

The focus of our practice is plastic cosmetic procedures of the: breasts, body, face & skin.

Why Practice Plastic Surgery?

Posted on in About Our Practice Video Transcripts

Dr. LeRoy shares the details of why he decided to become a plastic surgeon.

Thinking About Injectables for Wrinkle Removal? Save Up to $100 on Dysport® Treatment

Posted on July 22, 2011 in Current Specials Dr. LeRoy's Blog

Facelift surgery is undoubtedly an effective tool in eliminating excess, hanging skin and tightening lax facial muscles of mature individuals; however, not all facial rejuvenation patients require such dramatic cosmetic results. For those Atlanta cosmetic surgery patients who are just beginning to notice the signs of again around their eyes (crow’s feet) or forehead, wrinkle injectables like Botox® and Dysport® may be the answer to erasing wrinkles without surgery.

Both Botox® and Dysport® are designed to erase wrinkles by temporarily inhibiting the muscle movements that create wrinkles around the eyes.  The difference in the products lies in their composition: Botox® made from a purified form of onabotulinumtoxinA and Dysport® from abobotulinumtoxin A.  Just like selecting a facial plastic surgery procedure, selecting the appropriate wrinkle injectable product will depend on your personal cosmetic needs and goals.

If you’ve been considering Dysport® for wrinkle reduction, now is the perfect time to start.  July 15^th through September 30^th receive a $50 rebate when you have Dysport® treatment, register on dysportusa.com, and fill out the appropriate redemption form.  Additionally, if you’ve had Botox® treatment in the past 6-12 months and provide an itemized receipt of your Botox® treatment when you send in your Dysport® rebate form you will receive an additional $50 rebate for a total of $100 in savings.

To learn about the other facial rejuvenation procedures available from Dr. John LeRoy visit his website.  For regular plastic surgery updates and specials, be sure to connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Want to Know More about Band Aid Liposuction?

Posted on July 15, 2011 in Dr. LeRoy's Blog

Q.) What is Band Aid Liposuction, and how is it different from traditional liposuction?

Similar to the development of Dr. LeRoy’s other Band Aid procedures; Band Aid Liposuction is just a mini version of liposuction for those patients who do not need the full procedure. Because Band Aid Liposuction can be performed in office under local anesthesia, recovery time is minimal. Most patients can even drive themselves home after the “mini” procedure.

Q.) What areas can be slimmed with Band Aid Liposuction?

Band Aid Liposuction can be performed on areas of the body that store small amounts of excess fat, including: abdomen, hips, saddlebags, arms, knees, back, legs, buttocks and under the chin.

Q.) How long does it take to recover from Band Aid Liposuction?

Since Band Aid Liposuction is less invasive than traditional liposuction, patients can expect very minimal downtime. In most cases, patients are back to their daily activities in 1-3 days.

Q.) Who can benefit from Band Aid Liposuction?

Band Aid Liposuction is reserved for those patients who have small amounts of excess fat stores that do not respond to diet and exercise. Patients with larger amounts of fat may benefit most from the traditional liposuction procedure. During a consultation, Dr. LeRoy can help you decide which procedure will best meet your needs.

To learn more about the other Band Aid plastic surgery procedures Dr. LeRoy performs visit his website and continue to read his blog.

Find Dr. John LeRoy Featured in Atlanta Magazine

Posted on July 5, 2011 in Dr. LeRoy's Blog

Atlanta plastic surgeon Dr. John LeRoy was featured in Atlanta Magazine. Pick up a copy to read Dr. LeRoy’s physician profile.

Is Band Aid Plastic Surgery a Good Fit for You?

Posted on July 1, 2011 in Dr. LeRoy's Blog

Although patients choose to have plastic surgery procedures to enhance their appearances, they are not necessarily looking for a drastic physical change. There are some patients who only need a small enhancement to reach their surgical goals. If these desired adjustments are minimal enough to only require a minimally invasive procedure, general anesthesia may not be necessary. For that reason, I refined my original Band Aid Facelift in 1997, which is my version of a “mini” facelift, to provide for patients whose aged appearance doesn’t yet call for the traditional facelift. Since then I’ve continued to refine traditional cosmetic procedures, and I now offer Band Aid Blepharoplasty, Band Aid Brow Lift, Band Aid Liposuction, and Band Aid Tummy Tuck as well. Although I would love to offer Band Aid versions of each traditional plastic surgery procedure, a Band Aid procedure is not always feasible.

Take breast procedures for example. Though there are some surgeons who perform “mini” breast enhancements with only gentle numbing (often called “awake breast augmentation”), it is important to understand that breast enhancement surgery is an elaborate procedure. Keeping patient comfort as top priority, breast procedures, including breast reduction and breast lift are best performed under general anesthesia. Another intricate procedure that is not a good fit for a Band Aid technique is nose surgery (rhinoplasty). It is also important to understand that just because certain procedures lend themselves to a Band Aid technique, doesn’t mean that the Band Aid version of the particular procedure is suitable for every patient. (more…)

ASAPS Emphasizes Importance of Experience with Stem Cell Plastic Surgery Technology

Posted on June 13, 2011 in Dr. LeRoy's Blog

I continually remind patients to only seek plastic surgery procedures from board certified plastic surgeons who have experience performing the specific procedures they’re pursuing. According to a statement released last week by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), experience is also a vital part of selecting an appropriate plastic surgery technique.

The ASAPS statement urges consumers to proceed with caution if they’re contemplating procedures like stem cell facial rejuvenation or stem cell breast augmentation saying, “Although stem cell technology in the area of plastic surgery is very promising, scientific evidence is still insufficient.”

The stem cell procedures in question harvest a patient’s own blood and/or fat for reinjection into an area of the body in need of rejuvenation.  (more…)

Dr. John LeRoy is featured in Atlanta Magazine

Posted on June 6, 2011 in Dr. LeRoy's Blog

Atlanta’s, Dr. John LeRoy developed his signature band aid facelift procedure in 1997, and has since expanded his practice to include multiple band aid procedures. Find list of Dr. LeRoy’s cosmetic surgery services, signature procedures and professional highlights featured in Atlanta Magazine.

See Dr. LeRoy’s plastic surgery ad in Atlanta Parent Magazine

Posted on June 1, 2011 in Dr. LeRoy's Blog

Check out Dr. John LeRoy’s new ad in Atlanta Parent Magazine currently on newsstands today!  To schedule your plastic surgery consultation at our Atlanta office, please contact us at 404-843-0840.

Botox® Pageant Mom Reminds Us of Need for Plastic Surgery Patient Education

Posted on May 20, 2011 in Dr. LeRoy's Blog

Last week, millions watched Kerry Campbell inject her eight year old daughter’s face with Botox® to get rid of the “wrinkles” the young girl self-reported in preparation for several children’s beauty pageants.  The San Francisco mom, a part time esthetician (who never claimed or denied whether she was licensed or not) defended her actions stating, “I’ve been doing Botox® for a long time, and I get it from a trusted source behind a doctor.”

Regardless of the mom’s “source”, I felt conflicted about even acknowledging the story as there are multiple levels of concern here.  I feel sorry for Ms. Campbell and her little girl because there will certainly be long-term challenges as a result of Kerry Campbell’s wrong decision.  However, as a father and someone who has stood by the Hippocratic Oath that I took nearly twenty years ago promising to do no harm, I believe it is imperative to use this story as a testament to the importance of plastic surgery patient education.

It’s very important for facial rejuvenation patients to understand who is and is not legally permitted to administer Botox®.  In the state of Georgia, only board certified doctors of medicine, physician assistants, registered nurses, or nurse practitioners under the direction of a physician are permitted to treat patients with the product. The reasons for these limitations are in the patients’ best interest.  Botox® is composed of a purified form of the neurotoxin botulinum.  When injected by a qualified professional, the treatment is effective in reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles between and around the eyes by relaxing the wrinkle-causing muscles for four to six months.

Given the effect Botox® has on muscles into which it’s injected, it can also produce undesirable side effects like drooping eyelids and even temporary facial paralysis if done incorrectly.  This story is especially concerning because the “patient” is so young, and her body is not finished growing.  There are rare cases in which Botox® may be appropriate to pediatric patients (i.e.- the treatment of  chronic muscle spasms symptomatic of certain neuromuscular disorders), but this type of treatment should only be performed by a neurologist or a similarly qualified board certified specialist.

Because Botox® is only legally available for purchase by M.D.’s, consumers should be very wary of non-doctor affiliated Botox® providers.  I encourage all Atlanta facial rejuvenation patients to ask questions of their providers before any cosmetic skin treatment or facial plastic surgery.  If their prospective provider can’t produce the appropriate documentation or information to prove their legitimacy, seek treatment elsewhere.

To learn more about the ideal candidates for Botox® Cosmetic and other wrinkle treatments visit my website and continue to read my blog.  For updates on breaking plastic surgery news connect with me on Facebook and Twitter.