If you are considering a facelift, there are many factors to consider. Dr. Stephanie Beidler Teotia gives you answers to commonly asked facelift questions.  Q: I heard I could get a facelift under local anesthesia. Is this true? A:  Yes, in mild cases the mini facelift can be performed in the clinic under local anesthesia. Q: I am… Read More

How is a facelift performed? What is the recovery period? The loss of youthful contours in the face is due to a variety of factors. These factors include heredity, gravity, environmental conditions, and stress. A surgical facelift procedure can improve a number of visible aging signs. These include sagging of the mid-face, deep creases along… Read More

If you are considering a breast augmentation procedure, you probably have many questions. Dr. Stephanie Beidler Teotia gives you answers to commonly asked questions. Q: How long will I be under general anesthesia for a breast augmentation?  A:  The typical case takes a little over an hour. Patients go home the same day. Q: I’m looking for suggestions… Read More

Get expert answers about Plastic & Reconstruction Surgery from Board Certified surgeon Dr. Stephanie Beidler Teotia. Click Here to ask a question of your own. Q: What is the difference between Botox and Dysport?  A: Dysport takes about 3 days to take effect and gives a glassy-smooth finish. Botox takes about 5-7 days to take effect… Read More

Dr. Stephanie Teotia has answered 254 answers to questions on RealSelf. Here are some of the more popular plastic surgery questions. Q: Has anyone seen an implant with this extra growth on it? I had my implants removed due to one becoming hard on top. My implants are saline and were put in over 20… Read More

Eyelid rejuvenation is most commonly performed through surgery. Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure that can be performed on the upper lids, lower lids or both. Surgery can remove loose or sagging skin that creates folds or disturbs the natural contour of the upper eyelid, sometimes impairing vision. Fatty deposits that appear as… Read More

Dr. Stephanie Teotia, Dallas Plastic and Reconstruction Surgeon, answers your questions about skin cancer. Click Here to ask a question of your own. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, anyone can get skin cancer, regardless of skin color. It is estimated that one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. When caught… Read More

One in five people will, unfortunately, be diagnosed with a skin cancer. Skin cancer affects all races and ages, although people with fair skin are at higher risk. Skin cancer is also more likely to occur in sun-exposed areas of the body. There are three main types of skin cancer. Basal cell carcinoma is the… Read More

Get expert answers about Plastic & Reconstruction Surgery from Board Certified surgeon Dr. Stephanie Beidler Teotia. Q: What is a 24 hour breast augmentation? A: Saline is injected into both breasts for an immediate larger volume. It takes the body 24-48 hours to absorb the saline. Women often have this procedure performed before a big event… Read More