Phoenix Cosmetic Surgery Specialist – Dr. Larry C. Leverett
As an experienced plastic surgeon, Dr. Larry C. Leverett understands that an attractive physical appearance is an important part of a healthy self-image. This is why he is dedicated to helping his Phoenix plastic surgery patients achieve their full beauty potential. Because each patient requires an individualized treatment plan to achieve the best results, Dr. Leverett takes the time to get to know his patients and learn about their aesthetic concerns and wishes. He incorporates this information into comprehensive treatment plans that consistently result in excellent aesthetic outcomes.
Dr. Leverett: Professional Background
Dr. Leverett completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Georgia at Athens and received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta. He completed his general surgery residency at the Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona, and York Hospital in York, Pennsylvania. He then performed a specialized plastic surgery residency at Kettering Medical Center in Dayton, Ohio. Dr. Leverett is accredited by the American Board of General Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
Tummy Tuck in Phoenix, AZ
As an exceptionally gifted Phoenix plastic surgery specialist, Dr. Leverett offers the complex body contouring procedure known as tummy tuck. He performs this treatment for individuals who have excess abdominal skin and fatty tissue that do not respond to exercise and dietary changes. Some of the most common tummy tuck Phoenix patients are people who have lost a large amount of weight through dieting and/or bariatric surgery. In addition, many mothers undergo tummy tuck surgery to remove the "pouch" that often remains after multiple pregnancies.
Dr. Leverett begins the tummy tuck procedure by creating an incision across the lower abdomen. He then gently lifts the skin, repairs the underlying muscles, and removes excess skin and fatty tissues. A second incision is typically created around the navel to better align the stomach tissues. After the surgical manipulations are completed, Dr. Leverett closes the incisions and applies special surgical dressings. Immediately after the surgery, the operated-on area is swollen and feels tight. However, the swelling fully subsides within several weeks, after which Phoenix abdominoplasty patients can enjoy their newly flat and smooth midriff appearance.