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Established in 2003 by Dr. Leo Lapuerta, The Plastic Surgery Institute of Southeast Texas is an AAAASF–certified, on-site, out-patient surgical facility. Dr. Lapuerta is known as one of the top cosmetic surgeons in Houston, Texas. Over his 30+ years as a surgeon, he has performed more than 30,000 non-invasive cosmetic treatments and surgical procedures with an excellent safety record. Dr. Lapuerta has built a reputation as a doctor who partners with his patients to help them reach their aesthetic goals, and he strives to transform lives each day.
Dr. Lapuerta offers patients the option of a private, accredited, office-based surgical facility dedicated to Houston plastic surgery patients or patients may elect to have plastic surgery in Houston, Tx in a hospital setting. The plastic surgery Houston location for Dr. Lapuerta is located at 1919 La Branch St, Houston, TX 77002.
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Plastic Surgery Houston
Leo Lapuerta, MD, Plastic Surgery
1919 LaBranch Street
Houston, TX 77002
832-479-9179
After more than 30 years in private practice, Dr. Lapuerta is well-known for excellence in plastic surgery with an outstanding reputation in the greater Houston area, nationally and even internationally. Dr. Lapuerta's experience providing more than 30,000 plastic surgery procedures is unmatched in the range of services he is able to skillfully and artfully render for patients seeking a subtle or life-changing enhancement. View more than 3000+ before and after transformations. Call today to begin your own personal transformation!
Dr. Leo Lapuerta specializes in helping patients find the youthful look that they once had. His approach to facial plastic surgery in Houston is to work in harmony with each patient’s unique facial structure and specific needs.
As people get older, the natural aging process combined with the damage inflicted by the sun, gravity, and other environmental factors leads to the development of hanging skin and wrinkles. A facelift reduces the appearance of wrinkles, loose skin, and other signs of aging in the face and neck, which gives patients a more youthful and attractive appearance.
The first step of the procedure is for Dr. Lapuerta to strategically make a small incision on both sides of the patient’s face, usually hidden behind the ears or near the hairline to make sure the eventual scar is not easily seen. Then, Dr. Lapuerta will remove any excess skin and tissue from the patient’s face and neck. Finally, he will pull the skin tight to smooth out any wrinkles and loose skin and reattach the skin to the hidden incisions on the sides of the patient’s face.
This is a basic overview of the procedure. Dr. Lapuerta will use a customized approach for each patient in order to best meet their individual goals and needs. During a consultation, Dr. Lapuerta will determine the best facelift technique to help the patient get the results they desire.
Enhance your profile with our precision neck lift procedures. They remove excess skin and redefine your jawline, contributing to a balanced and elegant facial silhouette.
Experience tailored rhinoplasty that reshapes and refines your nose. This procedure ensures balanced facial proportions that complement your unique features.
Our chin augmentation treatments are designed to enhance facial contours and add definition, creating a more proportional and appealing profile.
Revitalize tired eyes with our expert eyelid surgery, reducing signs of fatigue and restoring a youthful, vibrant appearance.
Pregnancy, weight loss, aging, and gravity all take their toll on our physiques. Fortunately, advancements within the field of cosmetic and plastic surgery offer a wide variety of solutions and procedures to help recapture a youthful appearance. Dr. Leo Lapuerta takes his time to carefully evaluate each patient and offer the best recommendations for their unique personal needs. Patients looking for ways to improve the appearance of their body through cosmetic surgery in Houston often request a tummy tuck. A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a great way to get rid of excess fat and tissue in a patient’s midsection. Some people have unsightly belly fat that seems to persist no matter how much they exercise or how healthy they eat. This stubborn tummy could be a result of a past weight gain or loss, the changes to the body that come with pregnancy, or simply the degenerative effects of aging.
The procedure aims to tame a troublesome tummy by removing excess fat, skin, and tissue from the region. During the surgery, Dr. Lapuerta will also tighten the underlying abdominal muscles to give the patient’s midsection a taut and tight appearance. For patients who only have minor pockets of fat and excess skin in the region, they can opt for a mini tummy tuck, which is a minor version of the procedure. It is essential to only trust a skilled surgeon for this procedure, as they will do all that is necessary to minimize scarring. In order to successfully complete a tummy tuck, Dr. Lapuerta will need to make an incision from hip bone to hip bone. The incision is strategically placed so that it will not be visible when the patient is wearing a bathing suit or underwear, and the cuts are made using a technique that will result in the scar fading with time.
We understand the decision to have plastic surgery is a complex process. Many of our patients share that they considered plastic surgery for many years and spent countless hours researching before making a final decision. This is a big step and big decision. We understand the investment of your trust, time and treasure when you choose a plastic surgeon and a practice to partner with for your goals.
Your plastic surgeon's training and Board Certification are important credentials that you should verify. Dr. Lapuerta spent 4 years in medical school after graduating from Stanford University and trained for 8 years in surgery, specifically, plastic and reconstructive surgery. He is Triple Board Certified and his board certification includes Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery.
While Dr. Lapuerta's education and training are impressive foundations for success, nothing replaces experience. In more than 30 years and 30,000+ procedures performed, Dr. Lapuerta has perfected his craft. Countless happy patients and tranformed lives are the product of experience. Experience you can trust.
Schedule your personal consultation with a true expert in Houston plastic surgery, Dr. Lapuerta, call us today!
