Should weight loss be before or after surgery?
Heartland Plastic Surgery & The MedSpa 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…
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 visible scar that results from a traditional abdominoplasty or standard tummy tuck incision…
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 like chronic pain, including neck pain, back pain, shoulder pain, breast pain, bra straps digging into their shoulders, inability to find bras or clothing that fit appropriately,…
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 surgery, 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 for most women during a cosmetic consult when discussing tummy tuck surgery with their healthcare provider. It is normal to worry about risk factors, future pregnancies, or how the incision site may affect the uterine…
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?
Understanding Breast Development in Men Breast development in men occurs when a hormonal imbalance affects testosterone levels and estrogen receptors, leading to enlarged male breast tissue. Gynecomastia occurs when glandular breast tissue grows in one or both breasts, often during…
Read MoreSave your skin: Many options to treat wrinkles, age spots, sun damage and more!
Click HERE to view a new article written by Tyler Graef of SEMissourian.com on how to save your skin. Laser Genesis with IPL treatment is a great way to combat damage to the skin demonstrated by Heartland’s very own Pam…
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