Dermaroller
This is a type of therapy that provides advanced micro-medical skin-needling. This procedure not only stimulates the skin in a way that it will repair itself and regenerate itself safely and naturally, but will also create a healthier, brighter, and younger-looking skin. As compared to the "down time" associated with medium and deep Chemical Peels and assertive Laser treatments, Dermaroller therapy offers excellent results without the associated "down time" of these other procedures. As it is also a natural process that does not take anything away from the body or include the addition of foreign substances, it has an outstanding safety profile when used by trained medical aesthetic professionals.
The Advantages of Dermaroller Therapy
During the summer months, other treatments can present an increased risk factor due to the increased sensitivity to UV rays. This is not a factor that comes into play when Dermaroller Therapy is used. This procedure is also more suitable for people with darker skin as well. The results of Skin Needling are similar to those provided by Chemical Peels, Fraxel, and Laser Resurfacing, but provides less down time and is also a much cheaper option than these other methods. What is known as the Titanium Dermaroller creates a number of tiny puncture wounds to the deeper layers of the skin, which helps facilitate the release of growth factors that activate new collagen and elastin production. While other resurfacing techniques may require removal of the healthy epidermis, this technique creates dermal damage without the removal of the epidermis, which results in no comparable pain and a much faster healing period. While the results are achieved quickly they will also last as well.
Pin point punctures into the dermis are created as the patient rolls over their skin, most of which are just temporarily pushing the pores open. This stimulates the production elastin and collagen that is triggered by the body's perception that there is damage that is being done. Your body will begin the healing process naturally any time you sustain an injury, but will only heal enough to keep you healthy, which is different than the healing done on a cosmetic level. Patients can encourage their body to continue the healing process by persistently triggering it until they become satisfied with the results. Opening the skin in this way not only increases the penetration and effectiveness of any topical product dramatically, but also creates mini perforations that stimulate healing mechanisms of the skin, which increases the production of a number of important factors for healthy skin.
Treating Acne Scars and Stretch Marks
The appearance of acne scars, stretch marks, sun damaged or age damaged skin, and decolette and facial wrinkles and lines can be significantly improved by the use of genuine Dermaroller Therapy. It also provides for deeper penetration of hyaluronic acid, vitamins, and other medicated skin care products. Products should be chosen according to skin type and condition.
To numb the skin a topical anaesthetic is normally used to make the procedure comfortable. This will usually take around 30 minutes to take effect and the Genuine Dermaroller Therapy procedure itself will normally take anywhere from 20 to 30 minutes. After the procedure the body will naturally start to repair and regenerate the skin in the dermis. This can take some time as the blood supply will be enhanced, new skin cells will be generated, and new collagen will be formed. Visible signs of repair and regeneration can take up to six weeks and over the following months the process will continue. This will result in a long lasting, natural enhancement.
It is normally recommended to undergo a series of three procedures with about six weeks in between them. It is possible that up to five procedures may be done in cases where deep acne scars or other types of scars are being treated.
After the Procedure
Although your skin may feel warm and tight and look similar to moderate sunburn, these aspects will normally subside within the first day. Chiroxy Cream may be applied after the procedure to help calm and soothe the skin. Tepid water should be used to clean your face in the first 48 hours following the procedure and the face should be dried gently using clean hands. It is recommended not to use makeup within the first 12 hours and a broad spectrum UVA/UVB SPF50 sunscreen should be applied if the patient will be exposed to daylight immediately after the procedure.
Our Practices
Mr Fourie practices at Nuffield Health Hospital, Leeds, conveniently situated in the city centre near Leeds General Infirmary and at Barnsley Medical Consulting Rooms in central Barnsley.
Cosmetic Surgery Procedures
Mr LeRoux Fourie offers a wide range of cosmetic surgery and non surgical treatments and below is a brief outline of each
Inverted Nipple Correction
Many women find their nipples to be a great cause of embarrassment as they do not project past the breast and remain inverted. Mr Fourie is able to correct this problem using a quick and reliable treatment that can be done in as little as thirty minutes
Prominent Ear Correction
Although having prominent ears typically causes no physical discomfort as such they can sometimes lead to a lack of self-confidence and be on the receiving end of cruel jokes. Sometimes just one ear is the problem but usually both will be pinned back. It is also possible to perform other types of ear surgery to the lobes depending on the complexity of the case.
Male Breast Reduction
Gynecomastia is the medical term for male breasts and can be a very humiliating condition for men and can make them very self-conscious. Because of this, some individuals decide to undergo a male breast reduction procedure in order to remove the excess tissue and, occasionally, even skin from the area of the breasts.
Liposuction / Liposculpture / Body-Jet Lipo
You can now experience the latest advancements in cosmetic surgery with the revolutionary Body-Jet Water-jet assisted liposuction procedure. The gentle water jet washes away the fat without damaging the underlying structures such as the blood vessels and nerves which means less recovery time and bruising.
Non Surgical Treatments
Antiwrinkle Injections
It is inevitable that as we age lines and wrinkles will become visible and to some this is of concern. Lines around our eyes can develop as can lines on the forehead. The prescription injection treatment we all know as BOTOX® is now formally approved for cosmetic use and is called a new name which is VISTABEL®. VISTABEL® is a treatment that is used to relax the frown lines that can trouble our forehead as well as crows feet which can develop around the eyes.
Excessive Sweating
Our body uses sweating to help control body temperature and is normal human function however some people suffer from excessive sweating which can lead to severe embarrassment and anxiety. Following a consultation if your suitable we can provide a treatment that will prevent your excessive sweating that involves BOTOX® being injection into your arm pit.
DermaRoller
Genuine Dermaroller™ Therapy™ can offer a significant improvement in appearance for those who suffer from acne scars, sun damaged skin, fine lines and wrinkles and stretch marks. The DermaRoller procedure stimulates your skin to help with the regeneration and repair of itself and is a natural and safe way to create smoother, brighter and healthy skin.
Fillers
Dermal fillers can be used for many different non surgical enhancements and anti ageing treatments. They can be used for lip enhancement to create subtly increase the volume of the lips, smoothing lines around the lips, nose and cheeks as well as many other areas of the face and body to improve the appearance of the skin.
Mole Removal
It is very common for moles, lesions or cysts and can appear in many different places on the face and body. Sometimes they can be in a prominent position which can cause frustration or self awareness. Mr Fourie is able to assist in many different types of these problems and would be happy to perform many of these in the minor theatre or treatment room if he is able.
Mr Fourie
About Mr Le Roux Fourie
Mr Le Roux Fourie is a Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon based in West Yorkshire. Mr Fourie was born and raised in South Africa and underwent his medical and post graduate training in South Africa, obtaining his basic Medical Degree in 1979. Thereafter he served as a Medical Officer in the South African Defence Force Medical Corp, before starting training as a registrar in Plastic Surgery at the University of Stellenbosch in CapeTown. He qualified as a Plastic Surgeon in 1987 and was appointed a Consultant Plastic Surgeon at Number One Military Hospital in Pretoria, where he served as full-time Consultant for three years reaching the rank of a Lieutenant Colonel.
In 1991 and 1992 he was in full-time Cosmetic Surgery Practice in Pretoria.
In 1993 Mr Fourie joined the Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns at Pinderfields General Hospital as the second consultant to be appointed after the tragic murder of the two previous Plastic Surgeons. He helped establish the current Department of Plastic Surgery from two members to the current seven consultants. During his time in Pinderfields General Hospital he established a Breast Reconstructive Surgery Service, which works mostly with the Breast Surgeons in dealing with primary breast reconstructions and delayed breast reconstructions after breast cancer.
Mr Fourie has been in part-time Private Cosmetic Surgery Practice in Methley Park Hospital, Nr Leeds since 1993.
Since April 2008 Mr Fourie has been in full-time Private Cosmetic Surgery Practice in Methley Park Hospital.
Special Interests
Mr Fourie is an experienced Breast Surgeon dealing with congenital breast problems, acquired breast problems such as breast reconstructions after cancer surgery (both immediate and delayed) and cosmetic breast surgery.
He has published articles regarding nipple areola reconstruction and has developed a tattooing technique which is now used by Cosmetic Tattooists in the UK.
He has been involved with the Allergan Implant Corporation in a ten year follow-up study of the long term effects of silicone breast implants which was published in the International Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Mr Fourie further specialises in Facial Aesthetic Surgery and is one of the first surgeons to use the MACS (Minimum Access Cranial Suspension) face lift technique in the UK in October 2002. His long term results using the MACS face lift were presented at the Summer Meeting of the British Association of Plastic Surgeons in Dublin in 2005.
Publications and Presentations
Mr Fourie was awarded the BAPRAS prize for the best clinical paper read at the British Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Anaesthetic Surgeons Summer Meeting in Windsor in 2005.
He was awarded the BAAPS prize for the best paper read at the 2007 Conference in London. The Hackett Prize for the best paper at the BAAPS Conference 2007 was awarded to Mr Fourie.
Mr Fourie has lectured on nipple areola reconstruction and tattooing techniques, the treatment of pressure sores, wound infections and wound problems, facial aesthetic surgery and body contour surgery.
Mr Fourie has appeared in the Discovery Channels series on cosmetic surgery. He also featured on BBC's Inside Out in October 2007.
Mr Fourie has published papers in International Peer Review Journals on topics such as Breast Reconstruction, Breast Implants, Cosmetic Breast Surgery, Nipple Reconstruction and Facial Plastic Surgery
Charity Work
Mr Fourie does voluntary charity work in Africa as part of the Facing Africa Team involved in the treatment of noma (www.facingafrica.org). This is based at Yakatit 12 Hospital in Addis Abbaba, Ethiopia where reconstructions are done on patients suffering from Noma
Qualifications
MBCHB.
FCS (SA) PLAST
FRCS
BAPRAS (British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons)
BAAPS (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons)
BAHNO (British Association of Head and Neck Oncologists)
GMC Specialist Register - Registered as a Specialist Plastic Surgeon on GMC full registration. The GMC registration is 3633562.
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