Bilateral Mastectomy with Latissimus Flap Reconstruction

Dr. Julie Margenthaler, my breast surgeon, referred me for a latissimus flap with tissue expanders and implants due to my previous radiation and lumpectomy. My consultation was February 2017, with the surgery March 9, 2017, tissue expanders and fills until July, and implants received on July 22, 2017. The staff was very accommodating and walked … Read more

Theresa’s Story

Age: 31 Procedures: Lower Body Lift , Thigh Lift , Breast Lifts After losing 160 pounds, I had difficulty seeing the results of my accomplishment because of excess skin. While I was proud of my success and living a much healthier lifestyle, I felt uncomfortable in my new body, as it was a constant reminder … Read more

Tara’s Story

Age: 42 Procedures: Tummy Tuck , SMART Lipo I came to see Dr. Marissa Tenenbaum for a consultation about a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty). After consultation with Dr. Tenenbaum, I knew for a fact that I did not have to look any further. Dr.Tenenbaum recommended an extended abdominoplasty and liposuction. At my consultation with Dr. Tenenbaum, … Read more

Tanisha’s Story

Breast Reduction – Tanisha’s Story I read reviews of Dr. Marissa Tenenbaum online, and they were great reviews. The entire process was amazing, from the first consultation to the final post-follow-up. The surgical team, the front desk, the assistants, and, of course, Dr. Tenenbaum were extremely easy to talk to, understanding, caring, and professional. I … Read more

Sherri’s Story

Breast Reconstruction I went to Dr. Terry Myckatyn for breast reconstruction following a bilateral mastectomy due to breast cancer. Dr. Myckatyn recommended an initial surgery to place expanders, followed by saline fills at a level and at intervals that I was comfortable with, and ending with newly available implants that were more naturally shaped and … Read more

Shelby’s Story

Breast Augmentation and Lower Body Lift I heard about West County Plastic Surgeons from a former patient and her husband, who is a surgeon. I had a February consultation and a March surgery. I was out of hospital the very next day! They have a calm, quiet office. Michelle was great assisting with my paperwork. … Read more

Rosana’s Story

Age: 41 Procedures: Breast Reconstruction Rosana underwent a revision of a breast reconstruction surgery. I came to see Dr. Tenenbaum for a consultation on revision of a breast reconstruction surgery. I had a double mastectomy and was being followed by another plastic surgeon. Dr. Tenenbaum recommended I have a revision of my breast reconstruction. I … Read more

RM’S STORY

Age: 44 Procedures: Mommy Makeover , Tummy Tuck , Liposuction , Breast Lifts I came to see Dr. Tenenbaum because I needed a “Mommy Makeover.”  I had been doing everything on my own to lose weight and tone by body. However, there were numerous things I would never be able to fix on my own. … Read more

Rhonda’s Story

Lower and Upper Eyelid Lift I found West County Plastic Surgeons via the Internet. I wanted Washington University because of their reputation. I trust Washington University physicians. My upper and lower eyelid surgeries were six weeks after my consultation, with a three-month recovery. They have an excellent staff who made me comfortable and educated me … Read more

PH’S STORY

Age: 64 Procedures: Breast Reduction I found out about West County Plastic Surgeons through a referral from my niece. I chose this office because I heard they were good. Dr. Tenenbaum recommended a breast reduction. The timeline from consultation to surgery to recovery was 4 months. The insurance denied the procedure but West County Plastic … Read more