"If you are cruising through Dr. Roche's website, you are most likely curious about the process of surgical procedures to affect physical change. I was curious after hearing about Dr. Roche on Magic 105.1. I scheduled an appointment to see what, if anything, could be done to eradicate the ravages of time, bad habits, acne scarring and incessant tanning. It was so bad that I habitually spoke to others with my head down or continually looked away. The word "face" made me cringe. My discovery was that there was much that could be done to eradicate these problems.all at once. It has been just shy of two months since my "facial event" and the change is absolutely unbelievable. I have my original face back without the glaring signs of damage. Bonus? I now have younger looking skin and incredible self-confidence. I have the utmost respect and admiration for the surgical and artistic skill of Dr. Roche. Where I once detested the statement to put your best face forward, I now embrace it.

I knew that it was important to be realistic with my post surgery expectations. Of course, I knew there were risks involved, but then, my bad habits were an even greater risk to my overall well-being. Assessment of the amount of time, energy and money spent on my bad habits and the resultant medical problems, purchases of cosmetics to temporarily cover the obvious flaws, and finally just avoiding people and social events because of insecurity, yielded a decision to spend a sustainable investment in me. I am thoroughly satisfied with the results.

Dr. Roche and his hand picked staff are an incredible group of experienced, specialized, caring individuals who place every emphasis on physical and mental welfare, as well as pre and continued post patient care.

Excellence expected, "experienced" excellence received."

Jan

"I still cannot believe how wonderful the Rhinoplasty and Blepharoplasty came out. Thank you for the great care and the superb surgery... I experienced no pain whatsoever. "

Thomas V.

"It felt fantastic not to worry about a "five o'clock shadow" for the first time in my life. Thanks from the bottom of my heart."

Michelle N.

"Thanks again for my new chin. It has changed by life."

Barb

Thanks from all the Laimbeer family for a job well done. I will definitely call on your services if ever I run into a stray "elbow."

Bill Laimbeer, Detroit Pistons Forward
after receiving a custom face guard from Dr. Roche.

"Thank you so much for my beautiful nose! I am so pleased with the results and have had very favorable comments and reactions. You've changed my life!"

Jessica

"hi!  i just wanted to drop you all a quick note of thanks! 

i had my surgery just over a week ago and can't believe how well i am already feeling!  this decision was one of the scariest decisions i've made for myself, but in the end i am so glad i did it!  the staff was absolutely great!!! 

sharon, you've been so helpful from the beginning in answering all my questions thoroughly and letting me know exactly what was going on and what to expect....your "high, hard and oblong" statement has been very reassuring to me!  haha!  mary, i don't remember a thing about what you did to me, so that's the best!!  of course, dr. roche was great...especially when he had to face me and all my tears in pre-op...he was very comforting!  and his skills speak for themselves!!  but most of all, rhonda my nurse in pre and post op was fantastic!!!!  you made me feel so much better and you handled the brunt of all my tears with such comforting, honest and sensitive words.

i've worked in health care for 10 years with many, many nurses and i know when i've met a good one....but rhonda, you were a GREAT one!!  debbie, my memory of you is so blurry after surgery :) but your follow up call was much appreciated. 

thank you ALL so much for making this a very positive experience.  i will definately be passing the good word on about dr. roche and his wonderful staff to my many interested friends.  THANK YOU!!!" 

Lyn

"Just wanted to drop a quick note telling you how much fun I had at your office! Theresa- you were knowledgeable, professional, and able to adapt to Colleen and mine's personality (not an easy thing to do!) Sharon- you were sweet and gentle. Tracy- for being calm for me in the operating room and for dealing with my silliness during recovery. Bonnie- for making me feel special and not like patient #576.and of course to Dr. Roche- excellent work!! If you need pictures of the best breast augmentation you have ever done, I'm sure they're in my file!! See you soon!"

Stacy
Age: 29
Occupation: Middle School Teacher
Procedure: Breast Augmentation

"This letter is for Dr Roche and his staff.

Thank you so much for taking such good care of my wife Jeannie today.

You all made us feel like family. Jeannie is doing fine and is sleeping after eating and taking her meds, you guys really keep your office and rooms real clean, everything was great.

Thank you and happy new year and will see ya soon."

Curt

"My name is Kathleen  and I had my breasts enhanced at your facility by the GREAT Dr. Roche. It's been 4 1/2 months since my surgery and I have more confidence than ever!

As you know from my post-op records, I had the fastest recovery with virtually NO PAIN!!! I still can't believe how simple everything was from the day I registered for surgery. Today, I have no scars at all and have been back to "normal" since about the 3rd week in July.

I want to give a HUGE THANKS to everyone on your staff for their roll in making my surgery so smooth. My husband made a spreadsheet for all of my meds and that in itself should tell you how much support I have had.

I have recommended Dr. Roche to everyone who is thinking of surgery.

Once again, thanks to everyone."

Kathleen

"I turned 40 and looked at my breasts in the mirror one day and said I am "just going to do it!" When I first went into Dr. Roche's office, Debbie was really friendly and made me feel so comfortable. She and the staff talked about size, I tried on the "sizers" which gave me an idea of the shape and type I would like. What finally convinced me were the actual photos of myself taken at the Dr.'s office.

The surgery did not hurt; I had what they call "unders" meaning the implants were place "under" the muscle. The results were great. My clothes fit better, I just love my new look. I told my family and a few of my friends. My girlfriends thought I was working out, people in general seem to be making good eye contact too!

I recommend breast augmentation and Dr. Roche to my friends."

Allison Pierce
Age: 41
Occupation: Chiropractor
Procedure: Breast Augmentation

"I always wanted bigger breasts. My husband and I visited other surgeons for consultations but we were not impressed. I kept hearing Dr. Roche's commercials on WRIF so we decided to make an appointment. It was nice not to have to go to a hospital. I really liked going to Dr. Roche's office, which was very comfortable.

At the initial consultation both my husband and I got a warm fuzzy feeling from the staff and Dr. Roche. They thoroughly explained the entire procedure, the emotions I would be going through, what to expect, etc. They put my mind at ease because I did not want to look out-of-proportion like a stripper.

The results exceeded my expectations. My breasts look better than I thought they would. I am very happy about how they turned out. My husband and I call them the "Goldilocks Breasts" because they're not too big, not too soft, they're just right. They look fantastic and they feel good too.

There were some other benefits to surgery as well. After the procedure I bought all new clothes, got a new car, went to Vegas with my husband and now we have sex every day.

I was so happy with Dr. Roche I made him a batch of chocolate chip cookies and I am planning to come back to see him for a nose job next month."

Angie Gray
Age: 33
Occupation: Stay at-home-mom,
Sunday School Teacher - Likes to play golf
2 kids (5 & 2)
Procedure: Breast Augmentation

"Dr. Roche made me feel very comfortable and he answered all my questions. I really felt as though we were on the same wavelength which made me feel very good about the entire process. My husband was a little nervous at first considering it's fairly major surgery, but he relaxed after meeting Dr. Roche and said it was my decision. Whatever I wanted was ok with him.

After the surgery everybody said "they" were great and there was no negative response from anybody. I am in proportion now, my clothes fit on the top and the bottom. I feel different too. Before I felt like something was missing from me; now it's all here and I am very, very happy with the outcome. The best part is that everything went so smoothly."

Suzette
Procedure: Breast Augmentation

"I heard about Dr. Roche from WRIF, I went online, saw the Valentine special for 10% off and made an appointment. Debbie met with me for an hour and a half, I really had no clue what to expect, so she had me try on the special bra to check sizes. She and Dr Roche answered all of my questions and after that I decided to set the date for the surgery.

I did not feel any discomfort until I got home. It hurt more than I thought. Even the Vicodin did not completely stop the pain. I think it was more of the fact that I was so tiny to start out with and not a reflection on Dr. Roche. But it did not last long anyway.

I was very self-conscious before but I feel better about myself now. I was going to go smaller, but Dr. Roche helped me select the size that was proportionate with my body and I really appreciated his input.

Now three people I know are getting breast augmentation from Dr. Roche; my sister, and two good friends. Hopefully he can give me a discount for all of the referrals I am sending him on the next procedure I want done: Laser stretch mark removal!

When I got back to work it was kind of fun. Everyone knew I was going in for breast augmentation surgery; in fact, they gave me a cake with two little boobs on it. I'd recommend Dr. Roche to anyone."

Patti Michael
Age: 31
Occupation: Waitress
Procedure: Breast Augmentation

Amy Hayes
Boxings first Female Ring announcer!
Broadcaster/model

I visited Dr. Roche's office after meeting him through my work at WRIF in Detroit. It was at that time I had finally made the decision to have my small B size implants replaced. I was happy having something there; however it was not what I was after when I had my initial surgery elsewhere about 10 years prior. When I had my first surgery I at least wanted a C cup in order to enjoy swimsuits and better fitting clothing. Having been born with absolutely no breast tissue I was very unhappy. So at the age of 19 I discussed my desire to undergo plastic surgery with my parents who at that time helped me because they saw how much emotional pain it was causing me. Unfortunately with my first surgeon I did not get my small C cups I got a B

I went on to become a very successful model and spokesperson any way (with my b cup) implants. What bothered me most was that I still had to pad and stuff my swimsuits and bra for certain looks. To be honest it was not so much the size but the look that bothered me. I wish that I could have been born with a sexy A or B cup with an attractive shape to my breast but I wasn't.

After capturing many swimsuit tittles and lucrative playboy layouts among other achievements I felt it was time to go up and add the much needed weight to my cup size I originally desired. My first surgeon before Dr. Roche did not give me realistic expectations although I will say the surgery was very safe. But I was somewhat depressed that I was stuck with a size I did not want. Worse I felt that because the saline implants I had were light they did not add any material to the bottom area of my breast. And the scars were not hidden well.

I consulted with Dr to discuss my options and was excited to learn my wishes could be attained. I was able to look at, feel and try on many implants before surgery. This second surgery (implant replacement) was strictly for me. I had already been successful with lesser breasts in a field where most women think they have to have huge breasts.

Even better I was scheduled for my biggest Playboy feature yet. A celebrity spread featuring me along with an article based on my career as Boxings First Female Ring Announcer! You can see the results obtained through Dr Roche's office in the March 2002 issue of Playboy in my pictorial "The lady Of the Rings" We decided before the shoot that I would unveil my new breasts in this pictorial. They looked great and added to my confidence and excitement. Most people didn't even realize I had a second surgery which is good. You want to look better or at least project such a powerful aura that people will simply wonder "what did you do? You look better but I'm not sure why" Obviously some people caught on right away but you would be surprised at how many just thought I looked great and looked happy!

Because of Dr. Roche and his staff I was able to go from a B cup to a D cup and I was very pleased with the results. After a couple of years the implants actually looked better. Softer and fuller too! At first I wore a 34 D and I now where a 36 D after they relaxed and settled in.

My time spent at his office working with he and his staff was extremely comfortable and I would go back for future work. In fact I am considering implant replacement again with Silicone gel implants to work on the feel and look of the breasts. Now that I am past my twenties and modeling is no longer my primary career. I think it is time to work on other areas that are for me! I would like to work with Dr. Roche on liposculpture to finally rid myself of problem areas that are stubborn and that can be alleviated by his procedures.

Why Not! I am still young and in my prime I want to enjoy my life to the fullest. This is all about me and how I can best project a happy healthy realistic image.

My implant replacement through Dr Roche’s office was less painful the second time around. I was fortunate to not have any bruising or complications at all.

On the day of my surgery Bonnie was there and stopped in to see how I was doing. She was kind enough to reassure me that I would be fine and held my hand for a moment. Once we got started I felt fine. The surgical staff treated me with kindness and respect but was very serious that I had followed my pre operative instructions for my own safety. (Thank you, I appreciate that!) I was ready to go home almost immediately after surgery and recovered quickly. In fact, I appeared at the Detroit Autorama to sign autographs for three days! The very next week

I look forward to more opportunities to enhance myself safely with Dr. Roche. As I mentioned I already have plans in mind.

To all future candidates and future patients’ enjoy your experience with Dr. Roche and make sure you are very clear on what you like and don't like. He is there to help and is more then happy to offer his opinion and advice. Look at the before and after photos and do your homework. After all Dr. Roche wants you to be happy.

My plastic surgery changed my life. I no longer constantly worried about my breasts. They became apart of me. It was as if a tremendous weight had been lifted off my shoulders and I could take all the time I had wasted on feeling inadequate about my breast to using that time on more productive things such as becoming a successful broadcaster and enjoying life!

Thank you Dr. Roche and staff with sincerity and warm wishes to you

The Breast Ring Announcer in Boxing!
The Lady of the Ring
Amy Hayes
Formerly of Fox Sports Nets "Sunday Night Fights" Series - ESPN - Showtime - Pay Per view
www.amyhayes.com

"I live in a northern suburb of Chicago. I first visited another surgeon who was on Oprah. They had an Espresso maker in the lobby, marble everywhere, it was very high end but a little too cold and impersonal for me. Then a girlfriend told me about Dr. Roche in Bloomfield Hills. What a difference. The entire atmosphere in the office was great; Debbie, Bonnie, Dr. Roche everybody was so nice and friendly. They really took time to talk to me and answered all of my questions.

There are some other reasons I came to Michigan to have my surgery, the cost was about half as much as the Chicago surgeon and the consultation was free compared to the $100 charge for a consultation in Chicago.

I've wanted a smaller waist since I was 14 and I wanted more of an accent on my jaw line and to eliminate the problems around my eyes.

I had lipo on my stomach, a blepharoplasty, and a chin lift, or small face lift.  During my consultation with Dr. Roche he discovered the dark circles under my eyes were really fat deposits and they could be removed. He suggested that if I do the upper eyelids that I should do the lower as well. There was no pressure; unlike other doctors in Chicago who wanted me to make a decision right away, Dr. Roche let me take my time to decide. The actual procedure took about 4 hours and cost $8,450. I thought it was a good price. I had a prescription for Vicodin and did not even need it. I attribute the fact I had very little pain to Dr. Roche. I was back to work in a week and nobody knew.

I only told my husband about the lipo and that I had some minor work on my eyes. He never noticed anything else. A couple ladies in my office said I looked great and must be getting enough rest.

I never had low self-esteem, but I feel even better about myself now. The lipo allowed me to wear things that actually fit me. I don't have to wear bulky shirts anymore. The only downside was having to buy a new wardrobe, if you call that a problem!"

Shannon
Procedures: Liposuction on lower abdomen,
blepharoplasty (eyelid/under eye), face lift and neck lift.

Hello Dr. Roche,

I just had to send you this email to tell you how excited and grateful I am that you introduced me to Active FX!!! This is the most amazing skincare treatment ever invented.

I have suffered for years with acne scars, uneven skin tone and had a few wrinkles. I thought there was no hope to ever loose these life maps of stresses on my face. I just turned 40 on May the 10th and had Active FX Laser resurfacing on May the 12th. It is now May 16th. Active FX in 5 days it has turned back the clock on my skin 12 years. My skin is so much firmer, more even and smooth, and it has a youthful glow that I never thought I would ever have again. The acne scars although not gone, they are greatly improved.

Dr. Roche and Active FX came into my life when I needed it the most and it’s an answer to so so many prayers. Thank you for restoring the self esteem that was diminishing with age and acne. It’s amazing how God works and puts people in our paths when we need them the most.

In my line of work I meet a lot of housewives and working 30 to 65 year old women. Not only will they notice what a difference it made with skin, but they will be wanting to give the treatment themselves. I already have two of my clients asking where they can get it.

For me 40 is not the new 30! 40 is my 28!

Thank you so much!!!!!"

Jeanette

You’re the best

Thank you Doctor & your great staff for your kindness and how you always take such good care of me.

With appreciation,