Leo Lapuerta, MD

On the off chance that someone Unilocal their plastic surgeon, I’d like to offer my deepest respects to this doctor.
I had my reservations at first. I’ve always visited a female gyno for similar reasons, and it was a bit difficult for me to come to terms that I may be getting breast surgery from a man.
I’m so glad that I chose him for my surgery. I had requested information from several Houston plastic surgeons, male and female, letting them know that I believed I may have a mild form of breast hypoplasia (tubular) breasts and that if I did I needed someone who knew what they were doing in regards to that.
I’m so glad I went with Dr. Lapuerta. Really. I drove in from Greenspoint (where I live) some days, and some days I drove in from the Energy Corridor (where I work) and I couldn’t ask for a better doctor.
I’m about 5 weeks post op, and he was the one that caught that the IV antibiotic that the nurse was giving me was too close to the one that I’m allergic to and we didn’t know my reaction to it (my mom had always just said I was allergic to it).
For the first time in my life, I have cleavage. I’m still in a Fruit of the Loom sport bra (per the nurse), but I look down and instead of the tiny A cups that didn’t fill up anything, I see flesh. I see cleavage. I see a woman. I’m a curvy woman as is, but when your breasts don’t form the way you would expect (my mom and sister are both above G cups and looking at reductions).
My only issue now is patience. I’m nulliparous. Dr. Lapuerta was very understanding that I wanted to see results, but I feel like he knows what he’s talking about. Right now, I’m waiting on the implants to drop, which he said could take up to six months since I’ve had no kids, so for now, I have what myself and my boyfriend affectionately refer to as «linebacker boobs.»
I’m so impatient, but I know it’s going to be worth it. My scars are minimal. Especially since I think I chose the biggest implant that my body could handle. I’m so happy.
Really.
They give you his cell phone number if you need something, which thankfully I haven’t (and I don’t think I will) but he is clinical without being unapproachable if that makes sense. Like, I never felt uncomfortable with him, even as he’s got a measuring tape at parts of my body that have been seen by literally 6 people (not including whoever was in the operating room).
It may be a bit of a wait, because he is fantastic. He is worth the wait. In two weeks, I’ll do my first bit of exercise post-​op (a 1.5k walk) and I’ll start back on my diet. Once I reach my goal weight and tone, I may be back if my skin doesn’t pop back within a year. I hear you’re supposed to give your skin 18 months to pop back after weight loss, but if it doesn’t, I’m back with him for the tummy tuck.
I know this review is like a book and I’m so sorry, but I’ve had two doctors in my life that that trust as much as this man, and the other was my gyno who retired. If you are thinking of any cosmetic procedure, check him out.
Sure his website is kind of gimmicky, but he’s worth it. I deeply encourage you to at least have a consult with him. He’s amazing. I wish I could get my mom and sister in from Mississippi in to do reductions with him, he’s really that awesome.
Give them a call. Brandi is who I spoke to (and emailed with) to get the ball rolling, but the entire staff is top notch.
It’s the turn in after the school. Just so you don’t get lost (I did the first time). :)

Awesome awesome Doctor!!! The prices are great, local surgery, and you are out with no fuss the day of surgery. This was the most awesome experience I’ve ever had with a surgeon!

Dr. LaPuerta and his staff are awesome! I was referred by another doctor and I know I made the right choice using him for my tummy tuck and breast lift. I did research other docs and facilities and so glad I chose Dr. LaPuerta. His staff made me feel welcome from the beginning. I have been very comfortable with him and felt I was treated with dignity and respect throughout the process. I have also had Botox and Voluma and have very happy with the results Highly recommend!

This is the second time I have used Dr. Lapuerta for Juvederm fillers, and he is wonderful. Excellent beside manner, explains everything in detail and he is very realistic of expectations and results, true professional. His office staff are very friendly and helpful and I would definitely recommend their services.

I’ve gone to Dr. Lapuerta for Botox about five times now. The office staff is very nice and Dr. Lapuerta is very good at explaining procedures and making you feel comfortable. I hate needles so that’s important to me. They occasionally run specials which are great but the wait can be a little longer on those days. I do not live close to his office and the drive is well worth it. I’d recommend him to anyone.

I rarely give 5 stars here, but feel like I need to offset the other review I just read that blasted Dr. LaPuerta. The first time I saw him was for a breast reduction. He also performed a lower blepharoplasty that a previous dr had performed poorly. In addition, I asked him for a bit of Botox — my first– and was really happy with all the results. He and the office staff answered my many questions and helped alleviate my anxieties-​they were all most helpful and courteous both before and after the surgery.
I’ve been back 3 times to his Botox parties and will say that I waited a long time the first visit, but he still took time with me. The next afternoon visit didn’t take as long, and this morning’s was a breeze.
He has not tried to sell me more than I’ve asked for, but given me choices if I ask for more (I can only guess that patients like me are the reason why his afternoon appointments tend to run behind). His calming and professional demeanor earn him high marks in my opinion!

I have been going to Dr. Lapuerta for at least 3 years. I had eyelid surgery a couple years ago and occasionally have gotten Botox and Juvederm injections. Does great work and offers injection specials. I have gotten so many complements on his work and have sent several referrals. I shopped around at least 4 different board certified plastic surgeons and am glad I went with my gut and chose Dr. Lapuerta. Staff is also great!

First visit with this doctor, very disappointed.. Made apt for «Botox & Juvederm Party». Waited almost 2 hours pass my appointment time. Doc admitted they had over booked. Only spent 10 minutes or so with me. Don’t feel like I received the attention that I should have. Juvederm shots were hit and miss. I now have a lump up under my lip. Feel like if he had taken a few extra minutes to move product around with fingers (like I have had done in past) it might have helped. Also, botox didn’t seem to work very well. I have had all this work done in the past with a different doctor and didn’t have any of these problems. Went back a week later to see if anything could be done with lump under my lip. The doctors suggestion? I need to spend at least $ 1500.00 more to get everything «fixed». Left feeling very ripped off. I just really feel like his «Parties» are nothing more than cattle calls. Get them in and out as quickly as possible regardless of quality of care. Wont be back and wont recommend this doctor to anyone. Sorry I ever used Dr. Lapuerta.