Business Details
8 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Plastic Surgery Solutions
Mountain Lake Plastic Surgery was founded in 2018 by Dr. Susan MacLennan, a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience in aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. Our practice combines personalized care with advanced surgical expertise to deliver natural, transformative results tailored to each patient's unique anatomy and goals. We maintain a private, state-of-the-art facility in Colchester, VT, where our team prioritizes patient education, safety, and comfort throughout every stage of the surgical journey. Dr. MacLennan's extensive training includes residency at the University of Cincinnati, a cosmetic surgery fellowship in Miami, and 15 years on faculty at the UVM College of Medicine. As Vermont's only member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, we adhere to the highest standards of clinical excellence while maintaining a warm, approachable environment.Our comprehensive services span breast augmentation, mastopexy, tummy tucks, eyelid surgery, and liposuction, among other procedures. We emphasize honest consultations, realistic expectations, and long-term patient relationships built on trust and mutual respect. Our surgical outcomes reflect both technical precision and an artistic eye for proportion and harmony. We serve patients from Vermont, northern New England, and New York's North Country, offering individualized attention that larger practices cannot match. Our commitment to ongoing professional education ensures patients receive the most current, evidence-based care available.
Services
Breast Augmentation
Mastopexy
Tummy Tuck
Blepharoplasty
Liposuction
Details
- Year established: 2018
Highlights and features
- Board-certified plastic surgeon with 20+ years of experience
- Personalized approach tailored to individual anatomy and goals
- State-of-the-art surgical facility with enhanced recovery protocols
- Comprehensive range of breast, body, and facial procedures
- Dedicated to patient safety and natural-looking aesthetic outcomes
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Plastic Surgery
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
What people say
Natural results
Professional staff
Highly recommend
Amazing experience
Skilled surgeon
Services
Breast Augmentation
Breast augmentation enhances breast size and shape using silicone or saline implants. Ideal candidates seek fuller breasts after weight loss, pregnancy, or aging. We offer smooth silicone gel implants from Sientra and Motiva for natural results with strong safety profiles. The procedure takes about an hour under general anesthesia, with recovery typically lasting 3-4 weeks for strenuous activities. Most women return to work within a week.
Mastopexy
Mastopexy lifts sagging breasts by removing excess skin and repositioning breast tissue. This procedure addresses breast ptosis while preserving nipple sensation and breastfeeding ability in most cases. We offer vertical (lollipop) and inverted T techniques depending on skin laxity. Recovery takes 2-4 weeks for normal activities, with final results visible after swelling subsides over several months.
Tummy Tuck
Tummy tuck removes excess abdominal skin and tightens separated muscles. Our drain-free technique uses progressive tension sutures for faster recovery. Ideal for post-pregnancy body contouring or post-weight loss patients. Full recovery takes 6-8 weeks, with most patients resuming light activities after 3 weeks. Combines well with liposuction for optimal contouring.
Blepharoplasty
Eyelid surgery rejuvenates tired-looking eyes by removing excess skin and fat. Upper blepharoplasty addresses hooded lids while lower blepharoplasty reduces bags and dark circles. The procedure takes 1-2 hours with recovery spanning 2-3 weeks. Scars are well-hidden in natural creases, with long-lasting results that complement facial aging.
Liposuction
Liposuction removes stubborn fat deposits from areas like hips, thighs, and abdomen. Best for patients near ideal weight with good skin elasticity. We use power-assisted liposuction for precise contouring with minimal tissue trauma. Recovery takes 1-2 weeks for normal activities, with compression garments worn for 4 weeks to optimize results.
People
Dr. Susan MacLennan
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Susan MacLennan graduated cum laude from Dartmouth College and Geisel School of Medicine. After residency at the University of Cincinnati and a cosmetic surgery fellowship in Miami, she served 15 years on UVM's faculty. Vermont's only member of ASAPS, she specializes in breast and body contouring with a focus on natural results.
Questions
What plastic surgery procedures do you specialize in?
We specialize in breast augmentation, mastopexy, tummy tucks, eyelid surgery, liposuction, and breast reconstruction. Our focus is on natural-looking aesthetic improvements.
How do I determine between a breast lift vs augmentation?
A breast lift addresses sagging without changing size. Augmentation increases breast size. We help determine the best option during your consultation based on your goals.
What is recovery like for tummy tuck surgery?
Most patients take 3 weeks off work. Full recovery takes 6-8 weeks. We use enhanced recovery techniques including nerve blocks and progressive tension sutures to minimize discomfort.
Are breast implants safe?
Breast implants are FDA-approved and extensively studied. We use Sientra and Motiva implants with strong safety profiles and warranty programs. Regular monitoring is recommended.
Can liposuction help with weight loss?
Liposuction is for body contouring, not weight loss. Ideal candidates are at or near ideal weight with localized fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise.
Do you offer non-surgical cosmetic treatments?
We focus on surgical procedures but offer DiamondGlow facials as a complementary non-surgical option for skin rejuvenation.
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