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Dr. Leo Lapuerta has been providing services for plastic surgery in Humble, TX, for over 30 years. His patients appreciate his dedication to patient care and continued communication from the initial consultation through the recovery process. His commitment to offering a wide range of services for the face and body and his status as a triple-board-certified plastic surgeon has enhanced his reputation throughout Southeast Texas and beyond.
Since graduating from Stanford University, Dr. Lapuerta has dedicated his life to becoming a premier plastic surgeon. He obtained his graduate degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and practiced in Atlantic City until relocating to Houston. He established his own practice in 2003 with The Plastic Surgery Institute of Southeast Texas (PSI).
Dr. Lapuerta has numerous professional affiliations, including the Texas Medical Society and as a member of the Houston Society of Plastic Surgeons. He is also triple certified with the American Board of Plastic Surgery, American Board of Surgery, and Surgery of the Hand. While he performs most surgeries at his own facility, he also has privileges at other clinics and hospitals, such as St. Joseph Hospital, Pearland Medical Center, and The Women’s Hospital of Texas. His goal is to offer convenience for patients seeking plastic surgery in Humble. Dr. Lapuerta performs dozens of facial, breast, and body procedures. He is committed to patient safety by providing a private facility and a full staff for every patient.
Dr. Lapuerta has four locations where he sees patients. If you’re considering plastic surgery in Humble, you can choose the most convenient location for you, including Houston, Piney Point, Pearland, and Katy.
Patients all around Southeast Texas recognize Dr. Lapuerta as a premier surgeon. For five years running, he has been voted Houstonia’s Top Doctor. He has also been honored in Living Magazine’s Best Of Awards, among other honors. When you visit PSI, you’ll understand why he has received all these distinctions. After you arrive, you’ll be greeted by a pleasant front office coordinator who will answer any questions you may have. You’ll be directed to a private room where you’ll meet with Dr. Lapuerta for a consultation. During this meeting, he will discuss your goals and determine the best procedure.One of the reasons Dr. Lapuerta is popular with patients is in his approach.
He tailors the treatment plan to each patient rather than settling for a cookie-cutter approach. Part of the consultation includes discussing anesthesia options. Dr. Lapuerta offers multiple choices for maximum comfort during the procedure, including sedation and IV anesthesia along with the traditional choice of general anesthesia. Your family or friends who come with you for the surgery can relax in a comfortable private room with TV, internet, magazines, and refreshments until you’re ready to go home. Dr. Lapuerta is committed to protecting your privacy and exceeding safety standards throughout your visit.
No matter which part of the body you seek to improve, Dr. Lapuerta offers a procedure to help you reach those goals. He has performed over 30,000 surgeries on the face and body during more than two decades of practice.
If your focus as a Humble plastic surgery candidate is on making your face look younger, you’ll find the right procedure to accomplish that goal with Dr. Lapuerta’s help. One of his most popular facial procedures is rhinoplasty. This surgery reshapes the nose to allow it to be more uniform and fit the other features on your face. Dr. Lapuerta will find out what you want done, whether it’s to fix asymmetry, remove a bump, or to change the shape. He can also repair a deviated septum with rhinoplasty to make it easier to breathe.
Other facial procedures include:
You can often combine procedures if you want to improve two areas at once.
Dr. Lapuerta is renowned for his ability to enhance a person’s appearance with plastic surgery for the body. The tummy tuck is one procedure many of his patients ask for. This procedure tightens up loose skin and abdominal muscles that often show up after a significant weight loss. Dr. Lapuerta removes excess skin and repositions the belly button with no visible scars. Incisions are made where they will be hidden under a bikini to help patients avoid any embarrassment. If there are any areas of excess fat, he may recommend liposuction to remove them during the tummy tuck.
Other procedures Dr. Lapuerta performs for his patients include the following:
Dr. Lapuerta will discuss your options with you and may suggest combining procedures if you want to work on more than one area. He customizes the treatment plan for each patient based on their needs and goals and any concerns they may have. You can ask questions and learn more when you schedule a consultation at his office.
Dr. Lapuerta offers a patient-centric approach that allows you to feel comfortable as you make a life-changing decision about your appearance. He answers all your questions and helps you decide what’s best for you based on your individual goals. If you want to learn more about the services he provides or to find out whether you’re a good candidate for plastic surgery in Humble, schedule a free consultation with Dr. Leo Lapuerta today. Call (713) 701-7608 for more information.
