February was all about Kysseable lips! Lip filler has rose in popularity over the years, becoming a commonplace treatment for more volumized lips that make a statement. However, our providers at The Spa at MidAmerica inject dermal filler in many areas of the face. As we age, our body’s natural collagen production begins to slow, …
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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
Do you have stubborn belly fat that won't go away no matter how strict your diet is, or how many hours you spend at the gym? You're not alone. In fact, excess skin and fatty tissue in the midsection remain one of the most complained-about areas by both men and women. After significant weight loss, …
Read MoreHydraFacials are our most popular types of skin services here at MidAmerica Medical Spa; with good reason too! HydraFacials cleanse the skin, extract impurities, and hydrate all the while, leaving your skin glowing and refreshed. Different from typical facials, HydraFacials are conducted through device, rather than by hand. This allows for deeper penetration of products …
Read MoreDid you know that breast implants are among the most studied medical devices on the market? Breast implants have been approved by The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for "increasing breast size, for reconstruction after surgery or trauma, and to correct developmental defects." Breast implants are commonly used in breast augmentation procedures to help women …
Read MoreJanuary means the start of a new year. A new year is typically followed by resolutions or "new year, new me," and it all can feel a little daunting sometimes. The coming and going of a new year may have you considering anti-aging products and treatments, especially with the rise of fillers. If you're considering …
Read MoreAre you healthy, active, but still dealing with stubborn fat? CoolSculpting may be the solution for you! What is Coolsculpting? CoolSculpting is an FDA-approved treatment of visible fat in nine areas of the body: bulges in the thigh, abdomen, and flank, along with bra fat, back fat, underneath the buttocks (also known as banana roll), …
Read MoreMommy makeover is a lighthearted name for a complex surgery that combines procedures to reverse the physical toll of pregnancy and childbirth. Commonly, a mommy makeover combines breast augmentation and tummy tuck, but this is not always the case. A breast reduction, breast lift, liposuction, and so on can be combined during a mommy makeover …
Read MoreUtilizing a moisturizer is key when it comes to reducing problems of the skin caused by being too dry or too oily. However, moisturizers are commonly misused because they are not a one size fits all situation. With the rise of social media, influencers and other forms of advertisement throw so many products at us. …
Read MoreThe transition from summer to fall weather is upon us. As the leaves change and the crisp Autumn air moves in, our skin begins to feel the effects of the chilly air. It’s only October, but you may have noticed the change in weather affecting your skin already i.e., dry hands, chapped lips. With winter …
Read MoreThe newest product offered at The Spa at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery, located just outside of St. Louis, MO in Glen Carbon, IL, is Upneeq. Upneeq is a prescribed eyedrop for acquired ptosis, more commonly known as low-lying lids. The level of severity of acquired ptosis varies, from mild to severe. Patients of each stage can …
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