Profile of Andrew Trussler, Dr

Choosing a plastic surgeon can be a difficult and confusing process. Wading through copious amounts of information, listening to friends and factoring in cost can make a very individual decision overwhelming.Dr. Trussler, a plastic surgeon located in Austin TX, emphasizes safety and explaining what works and what doesn’t. Most importantly, he is real in the often not so real world of plastic surgery.

He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery with specialty training as a cosmetic surgeon. He has been featured in numerous publications including the Consumer’s Research Council’s “Guide to America’s Top Surgeons” and was recently included in Marquis’ “Who’s Who in the United States for 2012.” Dr. Trussler has also received several awards for his scientific contributions to the field of plastic surgery. As a plastic surgeon, he has lectured internationally on the topic of cosmetic surgery and has authored numerous manuscripts and book chapters.

Dr. Trussler received his undergraduate degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Southern California. He graduated Cum Laude and was also a four-year member of the men’s varsity swimming team, where he was All-American. He received numerous scholar athletic awards over the course of his collegiate career. Dr. Trussler went on to graduate Summa Cum Laude from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. He was a Dean’s Scholar and a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society. After completing his general surgery residency at the University of Michigan, he obtained his plastic surgery training at the University of California, Los Angeles and then his one-year aesthetic surgery fellowship at The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas, where he later began his practice in 2007.

Procedures of Andrew Trussler, Dr ⁽³⁸⁾

Procedure	Rank in Austin	Rank in TX	Rank in US
Buccal Fat Pad Removal (Cheek Narrowing) Buccal fat pad removal, also known as cheek fat removal or buccal lipectomy, is a surgery that removes excess fat pads from the cheeks to create a more contoured facial appearance. It is generally used to reduce chubby cheeks (“chipmunk cheeks”) that can be due to genetics or weight gain.	Ranked in Austin: 2	Ranked in TX: 7	Ranked in US: 102
Ear Pinning Cosmetic ear surgery is a type of plastic and reconstructive surgery that can improve the size, shape, or position of the outer ear by reshaping the cartilage.	Ranked in Austin: 2	Ranked in TX: 66	Ranked in US: 691
Eyelid Surgery Eyelid surgery tightens and lifts sagging eyelid skin.	Ranked in Austin: 2	Ranked in TX: 27	Ranked in US: 1554
Facelift Facelift surgery tightens underlying muscles, lifts tissues, sculpts fat, and removes excess skin, to give your face and neck a more youthful appearance.	Ranked in Austin: 6	Ranked in TX: 173	Ranked in US: 1517
Fat Transfer A procedure that removes fat from one area of the body via liposuction and transfers it to another area.	Ranked in Austin: 5	Ranked in TX: 27	Ranked in US: 754
Brow Lift A surgical procedure that removes wrinkled, drooping skin around and above the eyebrows. This lifts the eyebrows and restores them to their appropriate placement.	Ranked in Austin: 5	Ranked in TX: 10	Ranked in US: 1261
Facial Implants A facial implant is a small device (made of silicon or another safe material) that plastic surgeon puts underneath your skin during surgery.	Ranked in Austin: 4	Ranked in TX: 81	Ranked in US: 762
Neck Lift A procedure that improves the look of the neck by redraping sagging, wrinkled skin. In addition, it tightens the skin by removing excess skin.	Ranked in Austin: 5	Ranked in TX: 12	Ranked in US: 1054
Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation is a plastic surgery procedure that can enhance your breast size and shape.	Ranked in Austin: 5	Ranked in TX: 28	Ranked in US: 1458
Breast Lift A procedure that lifts the breast tissue and repositions the nipples to remedy sagging breasts.	Ranked in Austin: 2	Ranked in TX: 6	Ranked in US: 1325
Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation is a plastic surgery procedure that can enhance your breast size and shape.	Ranked in Austin: 5	Ranked in TX: 28	Ranked in US: 1458
Breast Revision Breast revision surgery makes to improve the appearance of breasts that have been previously operated on.	Ranked in Austin: 3	Ranked in TX: 33	Ranked in US: 749
Arm Lift An upper arm lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure that removes excess fat and loose skin on your underarms, eliminating the appearance of “bat wings.”	Ranked in Austin: 3	Ranked in TX: 5	Ranked in US: 1002
Brazilian Butt Lift Also known as a “Fat Transfer to Buttock” or “BBL”, this procedure uses liposuction to remove fat pockets from undesired areas for insertion into the buttocks for a more lifted and enhanced look. Includes two areas of liposuction.	Ranked in Austin: 2	Ranked in TX: 17	Ranked in US: 576
Thigh Lift A procedure that trims away extra excess skin and fat to create more toned thigh contours.	Ranked in Austin: 4	Ranked in TX: 10	Ranked in US: 826
Mommy Makeover Mommy makeover is a combination of plastic surgery procedures that can help restore your pre-baby body after dramatic changes brought on by pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding.	Ranked in Austin: 3	Ranked in TX: 5	Ranked in US: 1465
Rhinoplasty Commonly referred to as a “nose job” this surgical procedure can help correct undesirable ridges, size, shape, or other aspects of the nose. In some situations, this procedure can correct certain breathing problems.	Ranked in Austin: 2	Ranked in TX: 5	Ranked in US: 1184
Eyelid Surgery Eyelid surgery tightens and lifts sagging eyelid skin.	Ranked in Austin: 2	Ranked in TX: 27	Ranked in US: 1554
Facial Reconstruction Facial reconstruction surgery is performed to reshape structures in the head and neck — typically the nose, ears, chin, cheekbones and neckline.	Ranked in Austin: 1	Ranked in TX: 3	Ranked in US: 213
Lip Repositioning Lip repositioning is a simple surgical procedure to treat 'gummy smile'.	Ranked in Austin: 1	Ranked in TX: 4	Ranked in US: 16
Botox Botox works by blocking nerve signals to the muscles, so the injected muscle can’t contract.	Ranked in Austin: 19	Ranked in TX: 599	Ranked in US: 4623
Dysport Dysport is an injectable neuromodulator that smooths lines and wrinkles for up to four months.	Ranked in Austin: 11	Ranked in TX: 140	Ranked in US: 1706
Kybella Kybella injections dissolve fat cells to reduce small areas of excess fat.	Ranked in Austin: 16	Ranked in TX: 136	Ranked in US: 1168
Xeomin Xeomin is an injectable neurotoxin that temporarily relaxes muscles to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles created by dynamic facial movements, such as smiling, frowning, or raising your eyebrows.	Ranked in Austin: 3	Ranked in TX: 22	Ranked in US: 445
Juvederm Juvéderm injected beneath the skin, the gel-like substance instantly helps smooth lines and wrinkles, soften creases, enhance facial contours, and restore lost volume.	Ranked in Austin: 6	Ranked in TX: 141	Ranked in US: 1296
Volbella Injections Volbella injections are non-surgical lip augmentation treatment, designed to plump the lips and minimize the appearance of fine lines around the mouth, also known as perioral rhytids or perioral lines.	Ranked in Austin: 1	Ranked in TX: 25	Ranked in US: 308
Restylane The Restylane product line of injectable fillers temporarily adds volume to plump lips, lift cheeks, smooth wrinkles, fill in scars and under-eye hollows, and rejuvenate aging hands.	Ranked in Austin: 4	Ranked in TX: 29	Ranked in US: 1728
Sculptra Sculptra is an FDA-approved injectable filler that can smooth deep wrinkles like marionette lines, as well as restore volume and firmness to areas like the cheeks and temples.	Ranked in Austin: 4	Ranked in TX: 58	Ranked in US: 494
Radiesse Radiesse is an injectable filler that can add fullness or minimize fine lines and wrinkles in the face or hands to restore a more youthful appearance.	Ranked in Austin: 8	Ranked in TX: 82	Ranked in US: 1721
Voluma Voluma is more dense and perfect for adding volume to the face; such as for cheek or midface augmentation.	Ranked in Austin: 7	Ranked in TX: 107	Ranked in US: 626
Chemical Peels A chemical peel uses an acidic solution applied to the skin to remove damaged top layers, speed cell turnover, and boost collagen growth for a brighter, more even-toned complexion.	Ranked in Austin: 9	Ranked in TX: 174	Ranked in US: 2266
Dermaplaning Dermaplaning is a skin rejuvenation treatment that’s done in-office by a dermatologist or aesthetician, who uses a surgical scalpel to gently scrape away dead cells and vellus hair from your skin’s surface.	Ranked in Austin: 6	Ranked in TX: 52	Ranked in US: 753
Dermabrasion Dermabrasion is an intensive skin-resurfacing procedure performed by a dermatologist or plastic surgeon.	Ranked in Austin: 3	Ranked in TX: 8	Ranked in US: 312
SkinPen SkinPen microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries to stimulate the body's natural wound-healing process while minimizing cellular damage.	Ranked in Austin: 5	Ranked in TX: 47	Ranked in US: 54
Photo Facial A photo facial is a laser light treatment which effectively treats men and women to remove brown spots and sun damage while increasing collagen production.	Ranked in Austin: 8	Ranked in TX: 88	Ranked in US: 903
Latisse Latisse is an eyelash serum that boosts hair growth for longer, thicker, fuller lashes.	Ranked in Austin: 2	Ranked in TX: 9	Ranked in US: 827
Body Skin Resurfacing Body skin resurfacing encompasses a variety of non-surgical treatments designed to renew and revitalize skin with minimal downtime.	Ranked in Austin: 2	Ranked in TX: 15	Ranked in US: 88
Scars Treatment Scars treatment differs based on the particular scar’s size, texture, and location.	Ranked in Austin: 3	Ranked in TX: 49	Ranked in US: 637