Leo Lapuerta, MD Plastic Surgery - Houston, TX
Breast augmentation is the most common plastic surgery in America with 313,735 procedures completed in 2018. While knowing what steps need to be taken pre-procedure, post-procedure care should be top of mind, especially since a loved one will be helping you initially.
As the infamous fashion world knows, trends come and go, but when it comes to plastic surgery trends, they’re constantly changing. What was in vogue a decade ago would cause both patients and plastic surgeons to cringe today, especially with so much advancement in technology. That is why Dr. Leo Lapuerta feels it is important to always stay on top of the latest facial plastic surgery trends. Below, he reviews some of the most prominent plastic surgery trends.
Plastic surgery for men can be very different from plastic surgery for women. Most men seek a body that is muscular, toned, and athletic, with bulging shoulders and a defined chest leading down to a flat stomach and narrow hips; women, on the other hand, may focus primarily on creating an hourglass figure or looking at ways to preserve their youthful glow.
If you are looking for a treatment that turns back the clock and reduces the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on your face, you will have to make a choice between a facelift vs. Botox. Both of these cosmetic treatments can revitalize your facial appearance, and deciding which treatment is best for you can be a difficult choice. Both treatments have benefits and drawbacks, so it is important to get all of the information you need so that you can make an educated decision.
If you are interested in breast augmentation, your plastic surgeon will likely present you with two breast implant shapes to choose from. Breasts are unique for each individual, and offering two different types of breast implant shapes allows you to go with the option that best suits your needs.
Triple Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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