Choosing to get breast implants for cosmetic reasons is a highly personal and exciting decision- a decision that is made by about 300,000 women each year in the U.S. This choice leads to several other decisions for breast augmentation patients at our Glen Carbon, Illinois, practice. Most patients expect to just choose the size of …
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MidAmerica Plastic Surgery: Ryan Diederich, MD
4955 South State Route 159 #1
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 288-7855
Monday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–12 p.m.
The Spa at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery
4955 South State Route 159 #1
Glen Carbon, IL 62034
(618) 288-7855
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
MidAmerica Plastic Surgery Blog
Did you know that May 27th is National Sunscreen Day? This day is dedicated to bringing awareness to the protection that sunscreen offers from the sun’s harmful UV rays. The Spa at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery, located in Glen Carbon, IL is committed to educating our patients on the importance of protecting their skin from harmful …
Read MoreAre you considering cosmetic surgery, but having a hard time achieving a healthy BMI? If you have read our blog, Why Your BMI Matters you already know why having a BMI under 30 is recommended before a surgical procedure. A BMI over 30 can increase your risk of complications, affect results, and even alter your …
Read MoreMany patients who schedule consultations to discuss tummy tuck surgery at our practice near Edwardsville, IL, naturally want to know if they are good candidates for a mini tummy tuck. When it comes to surgery, a mini tummy tuck certainly sounds more appealing. Something that is mini, however, also tends to produce less dramatic results. …
Read MoreDid you know that vitamin C offers benefits that go beyond keeping our inner bodies healthy? Vitamin C has also made a name for itself in the world of skincare over the last several years, and for a good reason. As a powerful anti-aging ingredient, vitamin C is packed with the nutrients needed to create …
Read MoreWith all of the skincare products available nowadays, it can feel overwhelming to curate a regimen that is compatible with your skin type. Are you doing too much for your skin? Are you not doing enough? Although we offer complimentary full skin analysis consultations at The Spa, a good rule of thumb is to know …
Read MoreMany of us know that collagen plays an important role in keeping our skin looking young. Collagen is a protein that supports the health of our skin by minimizing the look of pores, making wrinkles and lines less noticeable, and tightening our skin texture to create a smoother appearance. Unfortunately, our body's natural collagen production …
Read MoreMeet Ciara Bickline, RN-BSN. Ciara is one of our providers in The Spa at MidAmerica. Ciara is a licensed nurse in both Missouri and Illinois, serving previously as a neurosurgery nurse. She received her degree through Goldfarb School of Nursing’s accelerated nursing division. She also has a background in marketing, having obtained her Bachelor in …
Read MoreHappy New Year! With a new year comes New Year’s resolutions. What are some resolutions that you have for 2022? If getting fit and healthy is one of them, you are not alone. Many of our patients come to us asking what treatment options they have to achieve a fit physique. Even with a balanced diet …
Read MoreDo the cold winter months leave your skin feeling dry and dull? Due to the lack of humidity in the air, skin can suffer from improper hydration. To help beat dry skin this winter, our team of providers told us which moisturizers they recommend for hydrated, glowing skin. Epionce Renewal Facial Lotion The Renewal Facial …
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