I’m afraid my pubic area will look bigger after a tummy tuck. What can be done to address that issue?
Heartland Plastic and Hand Surgery welcomes men and women from Poplar Bluff, Arnold and other nearby communities. During individual one-on-one consultations, concerns regarding the pubic area, or what is medically called the mons pubis, can be addressed. As a standard part…
Read MoreShould weight loss be before or after surgery?
Heartland Plastic and Hand Surgery welcomes men and women from various communities of Missouri, including Farmington, Poplar Bluff and nearby Marion/Carbondale in Illinois. Occasionally we will have patients who will come in for a cosmetic consultation and be interested in…
Read MoreCan a tummy tuck scar really be hidden underneath underwear or bikini bottoms?
Men and women throughout Poplar Bluff, Arnold and other nearby communities, including Marion/Carbondale, Illinois, are invited to learn more about our tummy tuck options. For most patients the scar that results from a traditional abdominoplasty or tummy tuck can be hidden…
Read MoreHow do I start the process to see if my insurance will cover a breast reduction?
Patients who have very large breasts can have symptoms from the large breasts with neck pain, back pain, shoulder pain, bra straps digging into their shoulders, inability to find bras or clothing that fit appropriately, and difficulty exercising. They also…
Read MoreWhen is the best time of year to have cosmetic surgery?
Cosmetic surgery can be performed any time during the calendar year. The best time to have cosmetic surgery is the time that best fits the individual patient’s schedule, demands of work and family. It is best to pick a time…
Read MoreAfter breast augmentation can I wear an underwire bra?
This is a very common question that occurs during consultation for aesthetic breast surgery. After a breast augmentation I commonly place patients in a surgical bra or sports bra to wear day and night for the first 3 – 4…
Read MoreI am planning a vacation and would like my procedure done before my vacation. How do I decide the correct time?
Frequently, the idea of a nice vacation is a catalyst for seeking consultation regarding cosmetic surgical or non-surgical procedures. Every patient is different. Deciding the correct timing prior to or after a vacation is best may in a one-on-one consultation…
Read MoreCan I have a baby after a tummy tuck?
This is a common question that most women at the time of a cosmetic consult when they are discussing tummy tuck surgery with their healthcare provider. It is normal to worry about risk factors, future pregnancies, or how the incision…
Read MoreWill I be able to breast-feed after breast surgery?
Very commonly when we see patients in the office in consultation for aesthetic breast surgery, one of the issues that comes up is the ability to breast-feed. I commonly tell patients that, on average, 70% of American women find breastfeeding…
Read MoreWhat does a body makeover really mean?
A body makeover is a catchall term in cosmetic surgery that can refer to several different surgical and non-surgical procedures combined into one total body makeover often performed in women after childbearing. Most commonly, the mommy makeover involves some type…
Read MoreCan I have liposuction at the same time as a tummy tuck?
Oftentimes, when a patient comes in for a cosmetic consultation regarding weakened abdominal muscles, excess skin, or sagging skin, the issue of liposuction for exercise-resistant fat and unwanted fat is also raised. At the time of the consultation, we will…
Read MoreWhat causes enlarged breasts in the male, and what can be done?
Enlargement of the chest or breast area in male breast tissue occurs when men develop gynecomastia. There are many causes of gynecomastia in one or both breasts. The most common cause is idiopathic, or unknown. Many young men experience pubertal…
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