There’s nothing more inspiring than seeing real-life transformations! From jaw-dropping mommy makeovers to subtle, refined rhinoplasties, Dr. J. Kevin Duplechain specializes in delivering life-changing cosmetic transformations with natural-looking results at our Lafayette cosmetic surgery center.
Below, we’re showcasing five of the most inspiring transformations from 2024, complete with before-and-after photos!
Transformation 1: An hourglass figure from an extended tummy tuck and liposuction
The Patient
This inspiring patient in her late 50s traveled from Jennings, Louisiana, to consult with Dr. Duplechain about achieving her dream of a shapelier, more contoured figure. She expressed concerns about excess abdominal skin and stubborn fat deposits around her midsection and flanks that had not responded to diet and exercise.
The Procedures
During her consultation, Dr. Duplechain recommended a customized approach combining an extended tummy tuck with liposuction to address her goals:
- Her extended tummy tuck removed the unwanted skin and fat from the abdomen, flanks, and lower back. An extended tummy tuck is especially beneficial for patients who have experienced significant weight loss or pregnancy-related changes.
- Liposuction along her abdomen and flanks removed stubborn fat deposits and further refined her silhouette. Targeted fat removal with lipo is ideal for smoothing and defining areas that surgery alone cannot fully address.
At just 3 months post-surgery, the patient’s results are already stunning!
Transformation 2: Regaining confidence with NeoGraft Hair Restoration
The Patient
This dear patient came to see us from Lake Charles, Louisiana, to consult with Dr. Duplechain about her hair loss. It was important to her to find a long-lasting, natural-looking solution to her hair loss.
The Procedures
Dr. Duplechain recommended NeoGraft hair restoration—a hair transplant procedure that uses the Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) technique. This is a minimally invasive method where individual hair follicles are harvested from areas with healthy, dense hair growth and transplanted into thinning or bald areas. The new hair follows the hair’s natural direction and blends seamlessly with existing hair.
For this patient, Dr. Duplechain carefully transplanted 1,638 grafts and meticulously placed the follicles to fill in her natural hairline and the thinning around the sides of her scalp. The FUE technique leaves no linear scar, so she enjoyed a very fast recovery and completely natural-looking results!
“Dr. J.Kevin Duplechain is an amazing surgeon and he absolutely, changed my life!! He gave me my confidence back and freed me from my unwanted body I had. Very caring and compassionate doctor. I cannot thank him and his wonderful staff enough. He performed 2 procedures on me, which exceeded beyond my expectations. I highly recommend Dr. Duplechain for any cosmetic procedure. It was 100% worth it and I would totally do it again!!”
—5-star Google review
Transformation 3: A rested & refreshed look with Upper Face Rejuvenation
The Patient
This lovely patient in her mid-60s, who traveled from Humble, Texas, to Lafayette, Louisiana, sought Dr. Duplechain’s expertise to address concerns about laxity in her brows and eyelids that were making her look tired and much older than she felt.
The Procedures
Dr. Duplechain designed a comprehensive plan for upper face rejuvenation using three powerful procedures: a brow lift, upper and lower eyelid lift, and CO2 laser resurfacing around the eyes. Each element played a unique role in her transformation:
- Brow Lift: This procedure gently elevated her brows to a more youthful position, softening her resting expression and minimizing forehead lines.
- Upper and Lower Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty): The eyelid lift addressed excess skin and fat that caused drooping upper eyelids and puffiness below her eyes to help her appear more awake and approachable.
- CO2 Laser Resurfacing: The laser treatment resurfaced her skin and increased collagen production to smooth fine lines and wrinkles around her eyes and plump the delicate skin.
Her eyes now appear brighter and more defined, and her resting expression now appears much more lifted, awake, and refreshed.
Transformation 4: Sculpting & refining with Liposuction and Fat Transfer
The Patient
This patient in her early 40s came to us from Opelousas, Louisiana, to consult with Dr. Duplechain about her desire for a more defined waistline and fuller buttocks—without looking obviously augmented.
The Procedures
After a personalized consultation, Dr. Duplechain recommended Vaser liposuction, Renuvion skin tightening, and fat transfer to the buttocks. Here’s how her results came together:
- Vaser Liposuction is an advanced liposuction technique that uses ultrasound energy to break apart fat cells, making them easier to remove while preserving surrounding tissues for better results and less recovery. Dr. Duplechain sculpted her abdomen, flanks, and back to create a smoother, more contoured figure.
- Renuvion uses a small wand and liposuction incisions to increase collagen production and contract the skin with helium plasma and radiofrequency energy. It tightens and firms the skin, so you can really see (and show off!) the results from your fat removal.
- Fat transfer procedures (like a Brazilian butt lift (BBL)) use the fat that was removed through liposuction. Dr. Duplechain purified and strategically injected 700cc of fat into each buttock to add volume, improve symmetry, and create a shapelier appearance.
This procedure set defined her waistline, smoothed her back, and filled out her buttocks for a shapely, lifted appearance.
- Related: Learn more about Dr. Duplechain’s Lipo + Renuvion combo treatments »
Transformation 5: Turn back the clock with total Facial Rejuvenation
The Patient
This dear patient in her late 50s came to Dr. Duplechain, a renowned expert in comprehensive facial rejuvenation, with concerns about laxity in her lower face, neck, brows, and eyelids. Her goal was to restore a more youthful appearance.
The Procedures
To treat each area of her face, Dr. Duplechain designed a customized treatment plan, combining a deep plane facelift, brow lift, upper and lower eyelid lift, and CO2 laser skin resurfacing. Treating each area of the face helps the outcome appear seamless and natural. Here’s more about her procedure breakdown:
- Deep Plane Facelift: The deep plane facelift repositions the deeper layers of tissue (rather than simply tightening the skin) to create a naturally lifted appearance and avoids the overly tight or “windswept” look associated with outdated methods.
- Brow Lift: To complement the lower face improvements, Dr. Duplechain performed a brow lift to reposition her brows and smooth forehead lines.
- Upper and Lower Eyelid Lift: A combination upper and lower blepharoplasty addressed drooping skin and puffiness in her upper and lower eyelids.
- CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing: To complete the rejuvenation, she received CO2 laser resurfacing to reduce fine lines, and wrinkles, and even out her complexion.
This patient looks absolutely incredible, and she was thrilled with her results! Her face and neck now have smoother, more youthful contours, her eyes are brighter and more open, and her skin has a radiant glow.
Ready to achieve your own transformation?
These five patient stories are just a glimpse of the life-changing results Lafayette cosmetic surgeon Dr. J. Kevin Duplechain achieved for his patients in 2024. If you’re ready to start your own journey in 2025, give our Lafayette cosmetic surgery center a call at (337) 456-3282 or fill out our online form to schedule a consultation with Dr. Duplechain or Dr. Ishee.
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