PLASTIC SURGERY Q

Baby boomers who have moved to The Villages and surrounding communities redefine what retirement is supposed to be. They flock to town squares for a night of dancing, ride bicycles on old country roads, engage in competitive games of softball, and even travel together to faraway destinations. They’re active and young at heart, but sometimes the wrinkles in their faces give away their age. Since they desire to look on the outside as good as they feel on the inside, we asked popular plastic surgeon Dr. Fernando Serra of Central Florida Plastic Surgery about the latest treatments for facial rejuvenation.

Non-surgical

Dr. Serra uses non-surgical injectable treatments such as Botox and Xeomin. Xeomin has proven extremely effective in the treatment of crow’s feet, forehead creases, and frown lines between the eyebrows. Similarly, Botox injections can safely and rapidly reduce facial wrinkles because it paralyzes the small facial muscles that contribute to wrinkle formation. Juvederm and Belotero are excellent fillers for fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth and upper lip.

Surgical

Dr. Serra’s signature procedure is a mini face and neck lift with smart liposuction of the neck and jowls. This procedure helps eliminate sagging jowls (also called turkey neck) and sagging skin on the cheek. Because of the gentleness of the procedure, it is performed in the comfort of Dr. Serra’s office with oral anesthesia and oral sedation. This saves patients from paying the cost of general anesthesia in a hospital.

About Dr. Serra

As a boy growing up in Bushnell, Dr. Serra had great admiration for his father, Dr. Gene Serra, a highly respected general surgeon. He would accompany his father to his Leesburg-based office.

“I’ll never forget his joy and enthusiasm for his work. I knew then that I wanted to become a doctor.”

Dr. Serra followed his dream. He earned his medical degree from the University of Florida and then completed a six-year residency at The Ohio State University. He also became board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Since that time, he has staked a solid reputation as one of Central Florida’s top plastic surgeons. Having practiced in the area since 1998, he has delivered stellar surgical results and developed countless relationships with residents of Lake and Sumter counties. For Dr. Serra, having the opportunity to practice in his hometown is a point of pride.

“I love this area,” he says. “Everything I need is right here—my personal trainer, ballroom dance instructor, yoga instructor, exciting events, and ample shopping and dining opportunities. And, I’m grateful to be a part of our wonderful medical community over the past 18 years.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Central Florida Plastic Surgery

910 Old Camp Road Suite 142, The Villages 352-259-0722 drserra.com