DR. ROBERT J TROELL M.D., FACS, FAAFPRS, FAACS, FAAOHNS, FAASM asd
With five board certifications and over 20 years in practice, Dr. Robert J. Troell is Las Vegas’s premier plastic surgeon. Dr. Troell specializes in facial plastic surgery and body contouring procedures as well as non-surgical treatments like fillers, skin therapy, and more. Since launching Beauty By Design, Dr. Troell has committed to offering innovative new procedures with a personalized approach, becoming the go-to cosmetic surgeon for patients throughout Nevada and southern California.
Cosmetic Publications
Fractional CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing:
Results Comparing Platelet Rich Plasma, Alastin, & Human Stem Cell Protein Cytokines to Conventional Post-Treatment (Presented at the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery annual meeting 2017)Troell, RJ: Evaluation of a new procedure for masseter muscle reduction for enhancing the proportions of the aesthetic face.
Troell, RJ: Comparing patient outcome with suction-assisted liposuction versus water-jet assisted liposuction technique.
Troell, RJ: Face & body autologous fat grafting using the water-jet assisted liposuction technique.
Troell, RJ: Observation of lidocaine levels with water-jet assisted liposuction.
Troell RJ: Fractional microablative CO2 laser skin resurfacing: Aesthetic results of 100 consecutive patients.
Troell RJ: A technique for lip augmentation using the pericranial graft: long term results.
Li KK, Troell R, Riley R, Powell N, Koester U, Guilleminault C: Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty, Maxillomandibular Advancement, and the Velopharynx. Laryngoscope. 111: 1075-1078, 2001.
Troell RJ, Powell NB, Riley RW, Li, KK: Evaluation of a new procedure for nasal alar rim and valve collapse: Nasal alar rim reconstruction. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 122: 204-211, 2000.
Koch RJ, Troell RJ, Goode RL: Contemporary management of the aging brow and forehead. Laryngoscope. 107(6): 710-715, 1997.
Reconstructive Publications
Troell RJ, Li KK, Powell NB, Riley RW, Guilleminault C: Radiofrequency reduction after palatoplasty in sleep-disordered breathing
Troell RJ, Li KK, Powell NB, Riley RW: Genioglossus advancement in sleep-disordered breathing: Anatomical Relationships
Troell RJ, Li KK, Powell NB, Riley RW, Guilleminault C: Pharyngeal pressure monitoring during nasopharyngoscopy in sleep-disordered breathing.
Meoli AL, Rosen CL, Kristo D, Kohrman M, Gooneratne N, Aguillard RN, Fayle RW, Troell RJ, Townsend, D, Claman D, Hoban, T, Mahowald, M: Oral nonprescription treatment for insomnia: An evaluation of products with limited evidence. J Clin Sleep Med. Vol. 1, No. 2: 173-187, 2005.
Meoli AL, Rosen CL, Kristo D, Kohrman M, Gooneratne N, Aguillard RN, Fayle RW, Troell RJ, Kramer R, Casey KR, Coleman JA: Upper airway management of the adult patient with obstructive sleep apnea in the perioperative period- Avoiding complications. Sleep. Vol. 26, No. 8: 1060-1065, 2003.
Troell, R: Sleep Disorders: One-on-one. LV Health. January 2002.
Li KK, Powell N, Riley R, Troell R. Obstructive sleep apnea surgery: Genioglossus advancement revisited. Journal of Oral Maxillofacial Surg. Vol. 59: 1181-1184, 2001.
Powell NB, Zonato AI, Weaver EM, Li KK, Troell RJ, Riley RW, Guilleminault C: Radiofrequency treatment of turbinate hypertrophy in subjects using continuous positive airway pressure: A randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled clinical pilot trial. Laryngoscope. 111: 1783-1790, 2001.
Meoli AL, Casey KR, Clark RW, Coleman JA, Fayle RW, Troell RJ, Iber C: Hypopnea in sleep-disordered breathing in adults. Sleep. 24 (4): 469-470, 2001
Powell NB, Schechtman KB, Riley RW, Li KK, Troell RJ, Guilleminault C: The road to danger: The comparative risks of driving while sleepy. Laryngoscope. 111: 1-7, 2001.
Li KK, Powell N, Riley R, Troell R, Guilleminault C: Long-term results of maxillomandibular advancement. Sleep and Breathing. Vol. 4: 137-139, 2000.
Li KK, Riley R, Powell N, Gervacio L, Troell R, Guilleminault C: Obstructive sleep apnea surgery: Patients’ perspective and polysomnographic results. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 123: 572-575, 2000.
Troell, R: Contemporary surgical approaches to upper airway reconstruction in sleep-disordered breathing. OtoRhinoLaryngol Nova.10: 138-148, 2000.
Li KK, Powell N, Riley R, Troell R, Guilleminault C: Radiofrequency volumetric reduction of the palate: An extended follow-up study. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 122: 410-414, 2000.
Riley R, Powell N, Li KK, Troell R, Guilleminault C: Surgery and obstructive sleep apnea: Long-term clinical outcomes. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 122: 415-421, 2000.
Troell RJ, Powell NB, Riley RW, Li, KK, Guilleminault C: Comparison of postoperative pain between laser-assisted uvulopalatoplasty, uvulopharyngoplasty and radiofrequency volumetric tissue reduction of the palate. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 122: 402-409, 2000.
Li, KK, Riley RW, Powell NB, Zonado A, Troell RJ, Guilleminault C: Postoperative airway findings after maxillomandibular advancement for obstructive sleep apnea. Laryngoscope. 110: 325-327, 2000.
Li, KK, Riley RW, Powell NB, Troell RJ, Guilleminault C: Overview of phase II surgery for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. ENT. 78(11): 851-857, 1999.
Li, KK, Riley RW, Powell NB, Troell RJ, Guilleminault C: Overview of phase I surgery for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. ENT. 78(11): 836-845, 1999.
Li, KK, Powell NB, Riley RW, Troell RJ, Guilleminault C: Radiofrequency volumetric tissue reduction of turbinate hypertrophy – A pilot study. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 119: 569-73, 1998.
Powell NB, Riley RW, Troell RJ, Li, KK, Blumen M, Guilleminault C: New technology for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome: Radiofrequency volumetric tissue reduction (RFVTR) of the palate. Chest. 113: 1163-1174, 1998.
Powell NB, Riley RW, Guilleminault C, Blumen M, Troell RJ: Radiofrequency volumetric reduction of the tongue: A porcine study for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. Chest. 111: 1348- 1355, 1997.
Troell RJ, Strom CG: Surgical therapy for snoring. Federal Practitioner. 14(3): 29-52, 1997.
Riley RW, Powell NB, Guilleminault C, Pelayo R, Troell RJ, Li KK: Obstructive sleep apnea surgery: Risk management and complications. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 117: 648-652, 1997.
Terris DJ, Clerk AA, Norbash A, Troell RJ: Characterization of postoperative edema following laser-assisted uvulopalatoplasty using magnetic resonance imaging and polysomnography: Implications for the outpatient treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. Laryngoscope. 106(2): 124-128, 1996. (Selected for re-publication in Practical Reviews in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery 10-11(15), 1996.
Powell N, Riley R, Guilleminault C, Troell R: A reversible uvulopalatal flap for snoring and sleep apnea syndrome. Sleep. 19(7): 593-599, 1996.
Terris DJ, Clerk AA, Norbash A, Troell RJ: Characterization of postoperative edema following laser-assisted uvulopalatoplasty using magnetic resonance imaging and polysomnography: Implications for the outpatient treatment of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome. Laryngoscope. 106(2): 124-128, 1996.
(Selected for re-publication in Practical Reviews in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surg. 10-11(15), 1996.Troell RJ, Terris DJ: Detection of distant metastases from head and neck cancer. Laryngoscope. 105(3): 247-250, 1995
(Selected for re-publication in Practical Reviews in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surg. 2-12(2), 1995.)Riley R, Powell N, Guilleminault C, Clerk A, Troell R: Obstructive sleep apnea: Trends in therapy. West J Med. 162(2): 143-148, 1995
Education & Experience
Stanford University Medical Center, residency and fellowship, 1995
Facial Reconstructive Surgery, Palo Alto, 1995-2001
Board Certifications & Society Memberships
American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
American Board of Cosmetic Surgery
National Board of Medical Examiners
American Board of Otolaryngology
American Board of Sleep Medicine
American Academy of Liposuction Surgery
American College of Surgeons
Faculty Appointments
Tuoro University Nevada Osteopathic School of Medicine, current adjunct clinical professor
Stanford University Medical Center, clinical professor, 1995-2001
ADVANCING COSMETIC SURGERY
LEADING EDUCATOR
Dr. Troell is passionate about educating the next generation of cosmetic surgery professionals. He is currently an adjunct clinical professor at Touro University Nevada’s Osteopathic School of Medicine, where he is the leading physician delivering graduate medical education courses. He has also published 14 book chapters and over 40 scientific manuscripts, contributing to the advancement of the cosmetic surgery field.
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Dr. Troell is supported by a team of expert nurses, anesthesiologists, and medical staff. From the second you walk in the door, you’ll enjoy a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Patient comfort is one of our biggest priorities. We value communication and are always here to answer your questions.
Beauty by Design offers an attentive, empathetic approach with all of our patients. We prioritize natural, aesthetic results to help you achieve your desired appearance. Before each procedure, you’ll enjoy a one-on-one consultation where we’ll discuss your body goals and find the right approach for your needs.
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