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

Last year, liposuction was the second most popular cosmetic procedure performed in the United States. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over 222,000 liposuction procedures were performed. That’s a lot of removable fat.  The most common liposuction technique is referred to as tumescent liposuction. A tumescent solution is composed of saline, lidocaine (to… Read More

Breast reconstruction attempts to restore a breast to near normal shape, appearance and size following a mastectomy. Dr. Teotia strives to create a new breast that resembles a woman’s natural breast. Reconstruction is a highly personal and individualized process that requires extensive consultation with Dr. Teotia. Karen first met Dr. Teotia two years ago following… Read More