Case Study: La Belle Vie Plastic Surgery’s Digital Marketing Success
Overview
La Belle Vie Plastic Surgery, led by Dr. Jeff Church, specializes in breast augmentation, tummy tucks, injectables, and other aesthetic procedures. Unlike traditional clinical environments, La Belle Vie is designed to provide a warm, welcoming experience that makes patients feel at ease.
Dr. Church had recently rebranded under La Belle Vie and needed a comprehensive marketing strategy to increase awareness, drive patient inquiries, and position the practice as a leader in Wilmington’s plastic surgery market.
La Belle Vie Plastic Surgery
Industry: Medical – Plastic Surgery
Company Size: Small Private Practice
Location: Wilmington, NC
Services Provided
Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Google Ads (PPC Campaigns)
Social Media Marketing (Facebook & Instagram Ads)
Email Marketing
TV Streaming Advertising (CTV/OTT Ads)
Company Bio
La Belle Vie Plastic Surgery, led by Dr. Jeff Church, specializes in breast augmentation, tummy tucks, injectables, and other aesthetic procedures.
Challenges
- Low Brand Awareness – Many potential patients did not know Dr. Jeff Church had rebranded under La Belle Vie.
- High Competition – Competing with Wilmington Plastic Surgery and Summit Plastic Surgery, both established brands in the area.
- Unoptimized Website SEO – The practice was not ranking for critical keywords like "breast augmentation Wilmington" and "tummy tuck Wilmington."
- Ineffective Social Media Presence – While La Belle Vie was active on social media, engagement and conversions were low.
- Limited Patient Leads – The goal was to increase website form fills, phone inquiries, and SkinMedica product sales.
Our Approach
To address these challenges, DesignLoud implemented a full-funnel marketing strategy, utilizing SEO, PPC advertising, social media, and streaming TV ads.
1. Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Optimized the website to rank for high-intent keywords like:
- Breast augmentation Wilmington
- Tummy tuck Wilmington
- Injectables near me
- Fixed technical SEO issues affecting site speed and rankings.
- Improved Google My Business (GMB) listing to enhance local search visibility.
- Created blog content on procedure benefits, recovery times, and patient testimonials.
2. Google Ads (Pay-Per-Click - PPC)
- Launched targeted ad campaigns focused on:
- Injectables (Botox, fillers, etc.)
- Cosmetic surgeries (breast augmentation, liposuction, tummy tuck, etc.)
- Used geo-targeting to reach high-income audiences in Wilmington and nearby areas.
- Implemented conversion tracking to measure ad effectiveness.
3. Social Media Marketing (Facebook & Instagram Ads)
- Created engaging video and carousel ads promoting:
- Specials on SkinMedica skincare products
- Before-and-after transformations
- Patient testimonials
- Retargeted website visitors and previous inquiries to encourage bookings.
- Increased engagement by promoting educational content on procedures.
4. Email Marketing
- Sent out monthly email campaigns with:
- Exclusive promotions on SkinMedica products
- Educational content on popular treatments
- Updates on new procedures and staff additions
- Designed abandoned lead follow-up emails to nurture potential patients.
5. TV Streaming Advertising (CTV/OTT Ads)
- Created a 30-second video ad showcasing La Belle Vie’s luxurious, patient-first experience.
- Ran ads on Hulu, Roku, and local streaming services targeting high-income women interested in cosmetic enhancements.
The Solution
By implementing a multi-channel marketing strategy, La Belle Vie successfully increased brand awareness, attracted more patient inquiries, and improved website performance.
- SEO Growth: Higher rankings led to a surge in organic search traffic.
- PPC Success: Google Ads reduced cost-per-lead while increasing appointment requests.
- Social Media Boost: Targeted Facebook & Instagram campaigns increased engagement and conversions.
- TV Advertising Impact: Streaming ads enhanced brand recall among affluent consumers.
Results
The results of our efforts were measurable and impactful:
- 180% increase in organic website traffic – More visitors from improved SEO rankings.
- 70% boost in patient inquiries – More form fills and phone calls for consultations.
- 50% decrease in cost-per-lead (CPL) – Google Ads drove more conversions with lower costs.
- 95% higher engagement on social media – Increased followers, shares, and comments on ads and organic posts.
Conclusion
Through DesignLoud’s expert marketing strategies, La Belle Vie Plastic Surgery successfully increased patient bookings, strengthened its digital presence, and established itself as a premier plastic surgery destination in Wilmington.
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