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How To Achieve Natural looking Breast Implants

09/28/2022

If you have decided that you want breast implants, you may be questioning how natural they will look. Perhaps you don’t want your breast augmentation to be too obvious and are hoping for natural-looking breast implants. You can prepare now before the surgery to ensure you are happy with the results and don’t require a breast revision.

Getting natural-looking breast implants is the result of several factors. It can depend on the type of implant you choose, the placement, and the size and shape you want. You must also consider other factors that are specific to each person.

If you’re interested in breast augmentation surgery in Houston, TX, Contact us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Leo Lapuerta.

Best Lip Fillers Available in 2022

09/08/2022

If you have naturally thin lips or if they have lost their fullness due to aging, you may feel self-conscious about the way you look. There is an easy way to gain that full pout that many people love: lip fillers. This is a minimally invasive treatment that can last for months with incredible results that will improve your smile in a way others will notice. The only other piece to figure out, then, is which is the best lip filler for your face?

If you’re interested in Lip Fillers or other nonsugical procedures in Houston, TX, Contact us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Leo Lapuerta.

Tummy Tuck After C-Section

09/02/2022

Pregnancy and childbirth can alter your body in many ways, especially in the stomach area. Muscles and skin get pulled and stretched and often don’t fully “bounce back” afterward. Regardless of the delivery type – vaginal or Caesarean section – changes are bound to impact the way your body looks long-term. Scanning the news about celebrities who have returned to their pre-pregnancy bodies in just weeks or months after giving birth is disheartening and, frankly, an unreasonable standard, but that doesn’t help the feelings of inadequacy or self-consciousness that come with any big change to your body. There’s nothing wrong with having a body that looks like you’ve had a baby! But you can also take steps to help your body return to its pre-pregnancy appearance if that is a direction you’d like to explore.

Each woman’s body will react differently. Even with regular exercise and healthy eating, some women may not be able to get rid of the pregnancy pooch in their abdomen. They may, then, want to consider the option of a tummy tuck along with the C-section. A tummy tuck can slim and tighten the appearance of your stomach following pregnancy or a significant weight loss. Before making that decision, you may want to consider all the aspects of having a tummy tuck after your C-section.

If you’re interested in tummy tuck in Houston, TX, Contact us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Leo Lapuerta.

How to Get Natural Looking Results with Botox

08/15/2022

You may be thinking about trying BotoxⓇ for your wrinkles, frown lines, or crow’s feet and want to know more about what you can expect from the results. You not only want to look younger, but you also want natural-looking Botox. As you consider which areas on your skin you want to target to see big improvements, you will want to work with a professional to ensure you get the best results. Dr. Leo Lapuerta has more than 20 years of experience in providing a natural Botox look for his patients.

If you’re interested in Botox treatment in Houston, TX, Contact us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Leo Lapuerta.

Can I Get Pregnant Again After a Tummy Tuck?

08/15/2022

If you have already gone through one or more pregnancies and childbirth, you may have decided to get a tummy tuck to regain a flatter and firmer stomach like you had before. As you imagine how good you will look after the procedure, you may also think of potential risks, outcomes, or other situations you’d like to know more about. One consideration that comes to light for many women is the question of what happens if you have a pregnancy after a tummy tuck.

Dr. Leo Lapuerta is a triple-board-certified plastic surgeon with more than two decades of experience in many plastic surgery procedures, including the tummy tuck. He will address any issues or concerns you may have about the procedure when you meet for a consultation. However, you can get some basic information here about whether you can get pregnant after a tuck (yes) and what will happen in that case.

If you’re interested in tummy tuck surgery in Houston, TX, Contact us today to schedule a consultation with Dr. Leo Lapuerta.

How Old is Old Enough for Botox and Facial Fillers?

08/15/2022

If you’re concerned about fine lines and wrinkles or want to correct an area on your face that you don’t find appealing, you may wonder about the best age to start Botox. Botox and facial fillers can fill in those lines and add fullness to specific areas of your face that may have changed due to aging. However, the answer to “What age do you start getting Botox?” can be complicated.

If you’re interested in botox or filler treatment in Houston, TX, Contact us today to schedule a consultation with Triple-Board Certified plastic surgeon Dr. Leo Lapuerta.

How to Optimize Your Facial Profile with Plastic Surgery

08/15/2022

Have you ever looked in the mirror and wished you could change certain aspects of your face? Maybe you long for the ideal facial profile and wonder if there is any way to achieve your dream. Dr. Leo Lapuerta is an experienced plastic surgeon who has helped many people reach that same goal, using a variety of treatments such as implants and facial fat transfer.

Consider how to improve a facial profile with Dr. Lapuerta’s help and the procedures available to you. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

How Much Stomach Skin Can be Removed in a Tummy Tuck?

07/27/2022

You step on the scales and the numbers show that you have reached your ideal weight. Congratulations on such an achievement! You should be proud of all you’ve accomplished with this major milestone. However, you may now find yourself focusing more on the loose skin that’s left hanging in your abdominal region, and how you still don’t feel comfortable being seen in a revealing outfit or swimsuit.

If you’ve been thinking about getting one step closer to your dream body, tightening the skin around your abdomen with a tummy tuck after weight loss is one solution. But before making a big decision about a surgical procedure, it’s recommended to research and learn about how effective it will be and expected results, especially if you have lost a significant amount of weight.

Many prospective patients also want to know how much skin can be removed in a tummy tuck, as that’s a determining factor in whether or not to move forward with the procedure. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

What Procedures are Part of a Mommy Makeover?

07/27/2022

If you’ve finished having children and want to get your pre-pregnancy shape back, you may be thinking about plastic surgery. Perhaps you’ve lost a great deal of weight and want to celebrate with a new body. Whatever your reasons, Dr. Leo Lapuerta may recommend a Mommy makeover.

Dr. Lapuerta is a trusted surgeon with more than two decades of experience performing successful procedures such as thigh lift or breast lift in Houston, TX. He can explain what is included in a Mommy makeover and how it can improve the way you look. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

Signs of Breast Implant Problems

07/19/2022

If you are considering breast implants or have already undergone breast augmentation that includes implants, you may wonder how to tell if there are signs of breast implant problems. It’s always smart to know the benefits as well as risks of any surgical procedure. Breast surgery in Houston, TX is very safe and

Dr. Leo Lapuerta is an expert and trusted surgeon with decades of successful procedures to his name; reaching out to learn more about what to expect from the procedure is an excellent starting point as you begin your journey to the body you love.

It can put your mind at ease to realize how safe breast implants are and how you can tell if you need to see your doctor about your implants. And if you’re in doubt about whether there’s an issue with existing implants, even after reviewing this information, Contact us Dr. Lapuerta today to schedule a consultation.

General

How To Achieve Natural looking Breast Implants

Best Lip Fillers Available in 2022

Tummy Tuck After C-Section

How to Get Natural Looking Results with Botox

Can I Get Pregnant Again After a Tummy Tuck?

How Old is Old Enough for Botox and Facial Fillers?

How to Optimize Your Facial Profile with Plastic Surgery

How Much Stomach Skin Can be Removed in a Tummy Tuck?

What Procedures are Part of a Mommy Makeover?

Signs of Breast Implant Problems

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