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.

MidAmerica Plastic Surgery Blog

Your Full Skin Analysis With VISIA

When it comes to scheduling corrective treatments for the skin, it is important for medical spa providers to gain a comprehensive understanding of the patient’s skin type and concerns. Although the surface of the skin can be assessed quickly and easily by a trained professional, there is a deeper story below the surface that needs …

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Nasal Tanning Sprays: Are They Worth A Try?

Nothing says summer like a sun-kissed, glowing tan -- at least, that's what people think. In the pursuit of tanned skin, people have embraced various methods of tanning. While traditional methods such as sunbathing and tanning beds have long been criticized for their potential health risks, a new trend has emerged: nasal tanning sprays. The …

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SPF & Skin Cancer Awareness

At The Spa at MidAmerica, you may have heard our providers tell you to remember your sunscreen or preach about daily SPF use on our social media platforms. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a time to educate individuals on the importance of using SPF daily. Sunscreen is a simple, yet effective, way to protect …

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Good to Glow With Hollywood Laser Peel

It is generally a rule of thumb to avoid lasers and penetrative skin treatments if you're going to be spending a lot of time in the sun, but Hollywood Laser Peels are very safe to do during summer! They're a non-invasive option to boost the appearance of your skin. HydraFacials, Microneedling, and chemical peels are …

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Everything You Should Know About Melanoma

May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month! Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. Among the three most common types of skin cancer is melanoma. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that arises in cells known as melanocytes. Melanocytes give skin its color. When these cells grow …

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Get Glowing For Summer When You Combine HydraFacial & Dysport

With the warm weather comes lots of fun, but it also brings some unwanted issues such as dry skin, sunspots, and wrinkles. The Spa at MidAmerica is excited to announce our exclusive summer savings special that will give you that summer “glow” just in time for all your warm-weather events. Achieve smoother and younger-looking skin …

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Protect & Correct Your Skin With Antioxidants

Brighten, lighten, and tighten the skin by utilizing an antioxidant, or vitamin C serum. Antioxidants are powerful products that help to protect the skin from UV exposure as well as free radical damage. Free radicals are essentially unstable molecules looking to steal an electron from a different molecule, which will in turn make them stable. …

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Correct & Prevent: Neuromodulators

As we age, we develop fine lines and wrinkles that can make us look older than we actually feel. It’s natural for our face to constantly be showing expression, but aging comes with the loss of collagen production. Collagen plays a key role in the structure of our skin, meaning our skin won’t have the …

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How to Get Back to the Gym After Breast Augmentation Surgery

When you're a fitness enthusiast, it can be hard to take some time off from your workouts. When breast augmentation surgery is on your agenda, it's important to know how to handle your transition back into the gym following your procedure. Following breast augmentation surgery, your doctor will likely recommend that you give yourself at …

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New Skincare From The Spa

The Spa at MidAmerica not only provides services to treat and prevent premature signs of aging, but also offers a wide variety of skincare products to maintain your youthful beauty at home! An at-home skincare routine is a skin investment. Implementing a regimen early will protect your skin from environmental stressors and signs of premature …

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