After a train hit 61-year-old Ladell Kellenberger, doctors were forced to amputate his leg. Thanks to targeted muscle reinnervation surgery, he’s had a smoother road to recovery. If you ask the 280 people in Lester, Iowa, about Ladell Kellenberger, 61, they might not know who you’re talking about. That’s because he’s known by his nickname, “Gopher.” But everyone knows about...

Question: Is 73 too old to get a breast reduction and liposuction? Answer from Heidi Hon, MD, board-certified plastic surgeon: There’s no specific age I would recommend for either. I don’t think 73 is too old for the correct patient. If you’re younger and still of child-bearing age, consider how important breastfeeding may be to you. Breastfeeding isn’t always possible after a...

Breast augmentation is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries, but there are many misconceptions about the procedure. Below, Perry Johnson, MD, board-certified plastic surgeon, discusses some of the preconceived notions around breast augmentation safety and cost, and recent changes in breast implants. Reasons to consider breast augmentation It’s no secret that breast implants are most often used to increase a woman’s breast...

Motherhood is wonderful, but the toll it can take on your body, is not. If you desire to reclaim your pre-pregnancy body, then it may be time to consider a Mommy Makeover. Continue reading →

Youthful, plump lips. Many celebrities have them and lots of people envy them. The lip flip may be your solution.    Continue reading →

Managing underarm issues can be annoying, embarrassing and costly. Is miraDry right for you? Can you relate to one of these scenarios?    Continue reading →

If your body doesn’t feel quite right, it can affect you physically, emotionally and mentally. Many patients experience more confidence and comfort after breast reduction. Continue reading →

Approximately 300,000 women undergo the procedure each year. But is this procedure losing its popularity? Recent media attention on celebrities like model Chrissy Tiegen, who recently chose to have her implants removed, has shed new light on breast augmentation and breast implant removal. Tiegen stated in a Tweet that she decided to remove her implants so she could zip a dress in her size or lay on her belly comfortably. Continue reading →

A toned body is something many strive towards through weight control and working out. When diet and exercise are not enough to get rid of stubborn fat however, patients often wonder if a cosmetic procedure like tummy tuck, liposuction or CoolSculpting would help them reach their goals. Continue reading →