Profile of Ruston Sanchez, Dr

Dr. Ruston Sanchez is a board-certified plastic surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA, specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. A Baton Rouge native, Dr. Sanchez graduated summa cum laude from Louisiana State University as a University Medalist with a degree in Biological Sciences. He received his medical doctorate from the Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans, LA, where he was awarded the Drs. C.H. and Yamuna Narayanan Scholarship in Human Embryology.

Dr. Sanchez went on to complete a highly competitive six-year integrated plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, WI, where he learned the fundamentals of plastic surgery procedures such as breast augmentation, mommy makeover, tummy tuck, rhinoplasty, and facelifts . There, he also received specialized and comprehensive training in breast reconstruction, pediatric and craniomaxillofacial reconstruction, hand/upper extremity reconstruction, microsurgery, gender-affirming surgery, and aesthetic surgery. As a resident, he received the Layton F. Rikkers Education Award, recognizing outstanding contributions to medical student education.

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Procedures of Ruston Sanchez, Dr ⁽³¹⁾

Procedure	Rank in Baton Rouge	Rank in LA	Rank in US
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 Baton Rouge: 4	Ranked in LA: 21	Ranked in US: 625
Thigh Lift A procedure that trims away extra excess skin and fat to create more toned thigh contours.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 5	Ranked in LA: 17	Ranked in US: 526
Liposuction A surgical procedure that removes stubborn fat deposits from the legs.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 5	Ranked in US: 352
Breast Augmentation Breast augmentation is a plastic surgery procedure that can enhance your breast size and shape.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 5	Ranked in LA: 25	Ranked in US: 899
Breast Lift A procedure that lifts the breast tissue and repositions the nipples to remedy sagging breasts.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 5	Ranked in LA: 26	Ranked in US: 825
Breast Reconstruction Breast reconstruction surgery helps restore a more natural, symmetrical appearance of a breast that has been removed by a mastectomy or altered by a lumpectomy as part of breast cancer treatment.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 4	Ranked in LA: 25	Ranked in US: 572
Breast Reduction A procedure that removes excess skin and breast tissue that may cause saggy breasts or physical symptoms.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 1	Ranked in US: 81
Gynecomastia. Gynecomastia is a benign enlargement of the male breast (usually bilateral but sometimes unilateral) resulting from a proliferation of the glandular component of the breast (see the image below). It is defined clinically by the presence of a rubbery or firm mass extending concentrically from the nipples.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 1	Ranked in US: 1
Breast implant removal Breast implant removal is surgery to take out silicone or saline implants.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 1	Ranked in US: 1
Breast Implant Exchange A breast implant exchange is a cosmetic, surgical procedure in which previously implanted breast implants are replaced with new ones.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 1	Ranked in US: 1
Weight Loss Weight loss plan will give you the health benefits of lowering your body fat and becoming more active.	Ranked in Baton Rouge:	Ranked in LA:	Ranked in US:
Full Body Lift A procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the abdomen and lower back in one circumferential reduction.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 2	Ranked in LA: 2	Ranked in US: 26
BodyTite BodyTite uses radiofrequency energy (RF) to tighten loose skin, remove fat, and firm tissue.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 2	Ranked in LA: 3	Ranked in US: 112
Buttock Lift A "butt lift" or "gluteoplasty" removes excess skin from the buttocks and provides a naturally lifted and firmer appearance.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 1	Ranked in US: 1
Skin Lesion Removal This technique involves removing a skin lesion in the deeper levels of the skin down to the fatty layer under the skin.	Ranked in Baton Rouge:	Ranked in LA:	Ranked in US:
Lipo 360 Lipo 360 is a liposuction procedure that encompasses all areas of the midsection, covering 360 degrees around.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 1	Ranked in US: 15
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 Baton Rouge: 7	Ranked in LA: 37	Ranked in US: 858
Scar Reduction & Revision Scar reduction and revision refer to a range of medical procedures aimed at improving the appearance of scars and helping them blend more naturally with the surrounding skin.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 1	Ranked in US: 1
Tummy Tuck Also known as an "abdominoplasty” this procedure reduces the size and shape of the abdomen by removing excess fat and skin.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 2	Ranked in LA: 3	Ranked in US: 375
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 Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 1	Ranked in US: 65
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 Baton Rouge: 4	Ranked in LA: 28	Ranked in US: 781
Chin Augmentation A chin augmentation refers to refinement/improvement of the bone contour of the chin area.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 3	Ranked in LA: 20	Ranked in US: 449
Ear Repair Ear repair surgery helps patients achieve better facial aesthetics and improves their confidence and self-esteem by repairing and reshaping the earlobes.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 3	Ranked in LA: 5	Ranked in US: 210
Eyelid Surgery Eyelid surgery tightens and lifts sagging eyelid skin.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 4	Ranked in LA: 26	Ranked in US: 951
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 Baton Rouge: 5	Ranked in LA: 33	Ranked in US: 939
Migraine Surgery. Migraine surgery focuses on the neurolysis of sensory branches of trigeminal and occipital nerves supplying the face and back of the head. These nerves include supraorbital, supratrochlear, zygomaticotemporal, auriculotemporal, and greater and lesser occipital nerves.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 1	Ranked in US: 1
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 Baton Rouge: 4	Ranked in LA: 18	Ranked in US: 672
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 Baton Rouge: 3	Ranked in LA: 19	Ranked in US: 746
Botox Botox works by blocking nerve signals to the muscles, so the injected muscle can’t contract.	Ranked in Baton Rouge:	Ranked in LA:	Ranked in US:
Dermal fillers. Dermal fillers are injections that plump up wrinkles and smooth lines on your face.	Ranked in Baton Rouge:	Ranked in LA:	Ranked in US:
Gender affirmation Gender affirmation surgery refers to procedures that help people transition to their gender. Gender-affirming options may include facial surgery, top surgery or bottom surgery.	Ranked in Baton Rouge: 1	Ranked in LA: 1	Ranked in US: 1