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) 307-6233
Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
Friday: 8 a.m.–4 p.m.

Yearly Archives: 2020

Kysse & Tell! All about our new lip filler + special offer

If you follow us on facebook or instagram, it is no secret that we are obsessed with our newest lip filler addition, Restylane KYSSE. Restylane Kysse was recently FDA approved in the United States, but it has been a reputable filler used in other countries for years. Restylane Kysse is unique because it is flexible, …

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Why a “Facelift” isn’t a surgery

Did you know that a “Facelift” is not an actual surgery? The reason for this is that a facelift is not the same for each person. It’s a term commonly used to combine all the individual areas that are being addressed. Brow Lift This option will help lift your brows to a more natural position. …

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What to Wear to Surgery

“What do I wear on the day of my procedure?” This is a question we occasionally hear at our Illinois plastic surgery practice, but you may not think about it until the night before or possibly even the morning of your procedure. To have an idea of where to start, and to fill you in …

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Purchasing Skin Care During COVID-19

If you're anything like me, you have not been wearing make up during this "shelter in place" order, which leads to a lot of looking at your bare skin in your front camera (yikes) or mirror. Skin care sales have been through the roof and I have to assume it is because now more than …

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2020

Mother's Day is right around the corner and now more than ever, moms deserve something GOOD! Chances are she has been working, homeschooling, cooking, cleaning, and trying to keep her head above water during this crisis. To help you show your appreciation for the amazing moms, we are here to give gift inspiration! At Home …

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How Common is Labiaplasty?

By Dr. Ryan Diederich I find it remarkable how open patients are with their friends about the concerns they have, whether it be wrinkles they are unhappy with, how they would like to change breast size or appearance, the skin laxity from children, or localized adipose tissue (fat deposits). However, we see patients for labiaplasty …

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Nominate a Frontline Worker here!

To show our appreciation, we have put together a giveaway for one special winner. This giveaway includes a HydraFacial, one area of Dysport, your choice of cleanser, your choice of corrective treatment, and SkinCeuticals Biocellulose Mask. The 2 products of your choice will be selected at your appointment to ensure you receive the product that …

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Tummy Tuck: Full vs Mini

The best way to remove excess skin on the abdomen is with abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck. At MidAmerica Plastic Surgery, near St. Louis, MO, this is one of our most common procedures. Dr. Diederich, our board-certified plastic surgeon, performs a more advanced version of a tummy tuck that does not require the …

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How I Became a Plastic Surgeon

Regularly I’m asked, “Why did you become a Plastic Surgeon?”   My path in medicine definitely follows an unusual but amazing course, for which I’m thankful. When I was younger, I was fortunate enough to get a job at Egyptian Hills Marina, now called, The Resort at Egyptian Hills, at Lake of Egypt in Southern …

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How We Are Social Distancing

Given the current state of affairs regarding the coronavirus and resulting pandemic; numerous services, both private and governmental, have been affected which adversely affects our practice, staff and patients.  Social distancing steps are being taken to “flatten the curve” and slow the inflow of cases to healthcare facilities. The following steps have been implemented at …

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