Author: DrLund
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Taking Care of Yourself at Home: Mind, Body & Spirit
The reality of COVID-19 has affected many things in our world. As a plastic surgery practice here in St. Louis, we know our patients are experiencing many changes to their usual daily schedules. Shelter-in-place orders have pushed us into different routines and stay-at-home work hours. Adapting to this new way of life isn’t always easy.…
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What to Expect From Post-Weight Loss Surgery
After losing weight, body contouring can be a very satisfying experience. Many patients want to complete their transformation by getting rid of loose skin or excess tissue. Thanks to modern medicine, men and women today have many options for sculpting and toning their bodies. But how does post-weight loss surgery work exactly? Our St. Louis-area patients…
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Get the Facts on Recall of Textured Breast Implants
We are reaching out to all our patients to provide you with information about the voluntary recall by Allergan of their BioCell-textured surface breast implants from the worldwide market on July 24, 2019. You may have already read or heard about this implant withdrawal by Allergan and we want to ensure you have the most…
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What Should I Look for in Breast Augmentation Before-and-After Photos?
For my breast augmentation patients in suburban St. Louis, Missouri, looking through before-and-after photos is often one of the first steps in the research process. Not only do these photos provide key information about the results you can expect from the procedure, but they also speak volumes about the surgeon performing it. Before-and-after photos are often…
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Complete Your Personal Transformation
So you’ve finally lost all the weight. Congratulations! It’s a lot of hard work to make such a significant life change. While slimming down can be very exciting, you might have also gained a lot of loose, hanging skin in the process. Don’t worry–you’re not alone. Excess skin is a common (and frustrating) result of…
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Brazilian Butt Lift: What You Need to Know
One of the fastest growing plastic surgery procedures at our practice is the Brazilian butt lift. At St. Louis Plastic Surgery, my colleagues and I have been seeing an increase in patients asking about the details of the procedure, whether they are an ideal candidate, and how long results typically last. Brazilian butt augmentation is…
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BIA-ALCL & Breast Augmentation: Is the Risk a Reality?
We’ve heard some concerns from women considering breast augmentation at our St. Louis practice about Breast Implant Associated-Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL), a disease associated with breast implants. This condition, which is not cancerous, causes some hesitation in women who want to make sure their breast augmentation decision is a safe, low-risk one. While every…
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Trying to Reduce Fat? CoolSculpting® Makes More “Cents”
It’s resolution season! If you’re like millions of Americans, you’ve probably made a commitment to embrace more healthy habits in 2019, whether it’s drinking more water or finally taming your muffin top. But before you shell out for a gym membership, allow us to recommend an option that can help you take a shortcut to…
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What You Need to Know Before a Mommy Makeover
Balancing motherhood with your own needs can be a challenge. Virtually every mom I meet puts her kids first without thinking twice. That’s understandable. But we all know that when you take care of yourself, you have more to give to those you love. A mommy makeover at our St. Louis plastic surgery center can…
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Not Quite Ready for a Facelift?
Often, patients come into our cosmetic surgery practice here in Missouri seeking facial rejuvenation. However, they are torn because they aren’t ready for a full facelift, but other non-surgical options won’t give them the results they want. I am one of a few board-certified plastic surgeons in St. Louis who offer a procedure called a…