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Craniofacial deformities or injuries can be rebuilt through surgical face reconstruction in Ormond Beach. Accident-related traumas, previous surgeries, burns, and illness can all lead to malformed or disproportionate facial structures. Facial reconstruction surgery is performed to restore functionality and appearance, improving quality of life.

"Communication is the most critical aspect of patient care. Results must match expectations. Without excellent communication, expectations cannot be matched. I spend a lot of time with my patients trying to determine what is the best operation for personal success and achievement of patient goals. "

What Is Face Reconstruction?

Face reconstruction is a type of surgical procedure used to correct, repair, or restructure craniofacial aspects. It is an invasive process and can involve taking grafts of bone, skin, and other tissue from other parts of the body. It also involves microvascular reconstruction or connecting the vessels of the grafted tissue with new vessels to ensure success.

The delicacy of the process requires the expertise of Dr. Ashley K. Lentz, a board-certified plastic surgeon with a great deal of experience in reconstructive surgery.

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Is Face Reconstruction Right for Me?

If you have congenital defects, or if you have deformations due to illness or trauma, then you may be an ideal candidate for face reconstruction surgery. You can also undergo this form of craniofacial surgery if you have a cleft palate, deformed ears, or nasal structural issues. Fractures and scars may also be addressed using face reconstruction procedures.

For patients in need of facial reanimation following facial nerve paralysis, or Bell’s palsy, facial reconstruction may be a recommended treatment option. Ideal candidates do not have any pre-existing conditions that could affect the healing process.

Your Consultation

Your initial consultation at Lentz Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa will include a physical examination of the areas requiring reconstruction. Dr. Lentz will evaluate your medical history. You may be asked about pre-existing conditions, allergies, and current medications.

Imaging and other diagnostic tests may be requested to formulate the best approach for your concerns. A discussion of post-operative care will be included to prepare you for the recovery process.

The Procedure

Facial reconstruction surgery is done under general anesthesia. Depending on the severity of the condition, the process can take four hours or more. Bones may be cut, and tissues will be placed or moved. After this, the nerves and blood vessels are reconnected.

Plates and screws may be used in order to hold bone grafts in place. Even implants can be added to fill in gaps for restoration of contours. The treatment sites will be bandaged, and recovery instructions will be given before the patient is sent home.

The Recovery Period

The extent of work done will impact the downtime and recovery time needed. Swelling, bruising, and pain will be experienced initially, but you will be given medication to alleviate these. It can take weeks to months before the swelling fully subsides.

Avoid engaging in strenuous activities for the first several weeks. You may return to school or work once proper healing is underway.

You will be asked to come back after a few weeks for follow-up appointments. This is important so that Dr. Lentz can gauge your healing progress.

Contact Us to Learn More

Function and a more natural appearance can be restored to your facial structures with face reconstruction in Ormond Beach. Contact Lentz Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa today to schedule your consultation and learn more about how you can benefit from reconstructive surgery.

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Dr. Ashley Lentz grew up in the Daytona Beach Area. Her great grandfather, Laurence Thompson, was among the community’s first residents, serving as a merchant and city official. He built the first home on the Peninsula, which still stands today, called “Lillian Place”. Dr. Lentz’s family still lives in the Daytona Beach and Ormond Beach Area, serving as an active community member.

She attended Medical School at the University of Florida. She loved being a Gator Fan and continued General Surgery and Plastic Surgery Residency training in Gainesville, Florida. Dr. Lentz won the prestigious “Intern of the Year” award and the Chief Resident “Teacher of the Year” award. After Plastic Surgery training, Dr. Lentz completed Pediatric Plastic Surgery Fellowship in Chicago with Dr. Bruce Bauer where she learned the art of complex Pediatric Plastic Surgery reconstruction.

After nine years of surgical training, she returned to University of Florida to practice and teach surgery to surgery residents. During her years of faculty, she received multiple outstanding teaching awards for the instruction of medical students and surgical residents. She was the Co-director of the University of Florida Craniofacial Clinic and treated children with cleft lip and palate deformities. It was during her time at University of Florida that she continued the tradition of her mentor, Dr. Brent Seagle, by leading a cleft lip and palate mission trip to San Pedro Sula, Honduras twice a year with the Interplast South Team. She has continued to lead this trip each year and take a team of health care providers to Honduras in order to care for those who are not able to afford cleft lip and palate surgery.

In 2016, Dr. Lentz wanted to focus on her family life and return home to join her father in private practice. Dr. Carl W Lentz built a strong tradition of exceptional care in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He was born and raised in Daytona Beach and dedicated his career to taking care of patients in North Central Florida. Dr. Ashley Lentz continues the family tradition and performs both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. She loves the diversity of her cases and patients of all ages. Most of all, she loves the ability to spend time with her extended family and raise her own children down the road from where she grew up.

Before and After Photos

See some of the remarkable results Dr. Ashley K. Lentz has achieved for her cosmetic surgery patients when you view before and after pictures of this procedure in our online photo gallery.

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Dr. Lentz spent 9 years as the Co-director of the University of Florida Craniofacial Clinic and treated children with cleft lip and palate deformities. It was during her time at University of Florida that she continued the tradition of her mentor, Dr. Brent Seagle, by leading a cleft lip and palate mission trip to San Pedro Sula, Honduras twice a year with the Interplast South Team. She has continued to lead this trip each year and take a team of health care providers to Honduras in order to care for those who are not able to afford cleft lip and palate surgery. To learn more about Interplast South or to make a charitable donation please visit http://interplastsouth.org/.

Lentz Bluewater Spa logoPregnancy can be a wonderful time in any woman’s life, but there are negative effects on the body that many women say they could do without. The strain on the breasts and abdomen often leave a woman needing a tummy tuck or breast enhancement. Central Florida board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Ashley K. Lentz help mothers to get back their pre-pregnancy bodies by combining procedures and reducing recovery time. They offer customized treatment plans to suit their specific body types with his Mommy Makeovers.

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Procedures

The Central Florida practice of Lentz Plastic Surgery is located in Ormond Beach.

Our plastic surgery office near Orlando is only 50 miles to major attractions including Walt Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios and Epcot and the Magic Kingdom. The city also hosts annual Bike Week events, and also the annual Biketoberfest.

Dr. Ashley K. Lentz, respected among plastic surgeons in Central Florida, has been in practice at the current location for nearly two decades, yielding consistency, dependability and stability. Her direct, compassionate, and individual care have kept her a staple of our community as shown by their extremely content and consistent staff and high patient referral rates, making up about 80% of our patient population.

We offer a wide range of procedures from cosmetic to reconstructive, including non-surgical treatments like laser rejuvenation, injectable fillers, BOTOX® Cosmetic and chemical peels.

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