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Dr. Joseph M. Mlakar, MD
Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Joe Mlakar is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in Fort Wayne, IN. Dr. Mlakar specializes in the enhancement of appearance. Improving aesthetic, symmetry and proportion are key goals in cosmetic surgery. Cosmetic medicine has nothing to do with these specific areas not functioning properly; therefore, this elective field solely focuses on aesthetics and anti-aging.
39 years
Experience
Dr. Joe Mlakar, MD
- Fort Wayne, IN
- Northeastern Ohio College of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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How small can you reduce your breasts?
How small do you want to reduce them? For Transgender reaffirming surgery, a normal-appearing female-type breast can be reduced down to a normal-appearing male breast/chest contour. READ MORE
How small do you want to reduce them? For Transgender reaffirming surgery, a normal-appearing female-type breast can be reduced down to a normal-appearing male breast/chest contour. Consult with your local plastic surgeon.
Are you awake during a blepharoplasty?
I am the surgeon, so, yes, I am awake during a blepharoplasty. The patient is generally given a choice of awake surgery, twilight sedation, or general anesthesia. It depends on READ MORE
I am the surgeon, so, yes, I am awake during a blepharoplasty. The patient is generally given a choice of awake surgery, twilight sedation, or general anesthesia. It depends on the setting, the surgeon, the anatomic needs for surgery, and the preference of the patient/surgeon. Consult with your local plastic surgeon.
How long does it take to recover from eyelid plastic surgery?
Typically, it takes about a week to recover from eyelid plastic surgery.
How painful is a breast lift?
A breast lift is less painful than a tummy tuck or caesarian section, but more painful than a facelift or a rhinoplasty.
Is breast reduction possible without surgery?
Yes, and no. A dedicated weight loss program often times will result in a reduction of overall breast size, but often the change is proportional to generalized fat reduction. READ MORE
Yes, and no. A dedicated weight loss program often times will result in a reduction of overall breast size, but often the change is proportional to generalized fat reduction. If you a considering a breast reduction, consult a plastic surgeon. For a few select patients, breast reduction can be achieved with breast liposuction and minimal scars. Consult your local plastic surgeon.
Can I get rid of back fat?
Yes, you can!! At age 34, your best first option is to find a personal trainer and nutritionist in your area and go for a consultation. Eating better, in combination with a structured READ MORE
Yes, you can!! At age 34, your best first option is to find a personal trainer and nutritionist in your area and go for a consultation. Eating better, in combination with a structured exercise program, is always the best, first option for body transformation and recontouring. If you need a faster solution, liposuction remains the surgical gold standard for body recontouring. Consult your local plastic surgeon.
Can I get a BBL?
Yes!! The real question is: is it the right operation for you. The BBl procedure takes advantage of the fact that the butt area often "deflates" with the aging process, and the READ MORE
Yes!! The real question is: is it the right operation for you. The BBl procedure takes advantage of the fact that the butt area often "deflates" with the aging process, and the midriff area simultaneously slowly accumulates more subcutaneous fat. So fat is sucked from one area (the midriff) and transferred to another ( the buttocks). Many 16-year-olds don't have adequate fat for a meaningful transfer and may be better candidates for butt implants. Consult your local plastic surgeon.
Does arm liposuction leave scars?
Liposuction is completed through a small stab incision the size of a pencil eraser. These scars are often so small that they appear hidden to observers. Talk to your local plastic READ MORE
Liposuction is completed through a small stab incision the size of a pencil eraser. These scars are often so small that they appear hidden to observers. Talk to your local plastic surgeon.
Can you change your eye shape?
If you mean eyelid shape, the answer is "yes". But is it the best choice for you at 31 years old? Make-up may more effectively and reversibly change your eye shape and give you READ MORE
If you mean eyelid shape, the answer is "yes". But is it the best choice for you at 31 years old? Make-up may more effectively and reversibly change your eye shape and give you a wider range of options at a better price. See an aesthetician in your area.
How painful is a neck lift?
In the scope of plastic surgery, neck lift surgery is well tolerated by patients and is less painful than tummy tucks, breast lifts, butt lifts, arm lifts, or breast implants. READ MORE
In the scope of plastic surgery, neck lift surgery is well tolerated by patients and is less painful than tummy tucks, breast lifts, butt lifts, arm lifts, or breast implants. It is less painful than childbirth or bunionectomy. But it is more painful than hangnail removal or a pulled tooth. Talk to your local plastic surgeon.
What is the best nose straightening procedure?
Rhinoplasty is a surgical treatment designed to reshape the nose. Consult with your local plastic surgeons.
What happens if you don't wear a compression garment after liposuction?
You don't stay compressed. Swelling is greater, and you have a higher risk of post-op bleeding, bruising, and contour irregularities. Generally, if you don't want to wear compression READ MORE
You don't stay compressed. Swelling is greater, and you have a higher risk of post-op bleeding, bruising, and contour irregularities. Generally, if you don't want to wear compression garments after liposuction surgery, you are probably better off not having liposuction surgery at all. Discuss this with your local plastic surgeon.
What is the cost of a complete tummy tuck?
Typically $6500- $14,000, depending on size, city, and meaningful extras, such as the addition of liposuction. Not all "tummy tucks" are equal. Consult your local plastic surgeons. READ MORE
Typically $6500- $14,000, depending on size, city, and meaningful extras, such as the addition of liposuction. Not all "tummy tucks" are equal. Consult your local plastic surgeons.
What is the fastest way to recover from a septoplasty?
Choice the right surgeon, and the right procedure. Septoplasty is a general term for a wide range of surgical treatments. Find an experienced plastic surgeon, facial plastic surgeon, READ MORE
Choice the right surgeon, and the right procedure. Septoplasty is a general term for a wide range of surgical treatments. Find an experienced plastic surgeon, facial plastic surgeon, or ENT surgeon (otolaryngologist) in your area.
How long does facial liposuction last?
Facial liposuction is a high-risk procedure due to the presence of the facial nerves and vessels and does nothing to tighten underlying facial architecture or skin. What you should READ MORE
Facial liposuction is a high-risk procedure due to the presence of the facial nerves and vessels and does nothing to tighten underlying facial architecture or skin. What you should be asking is "How long is my facelift going to last?" At 53 years old, facial liposuction alone is prone to poor outcomes and is unlikely to give you improved contours for any length of time. Consult with your local plastic surgeons.
What are the risks of ear plastic surgery?
Otoplasty, or ear pinning surgery has minimal risks, other than scarring and recurrence of deformity. Since cartilage has a memory, some corrected ears may not stay properly READ MORE
Otoplasty, or ear pinning surgery has minimal risks, other than scarring and recurrence of deformity. Since cartilage has a memory, some corrected ears may not stay properly "pinned". Post-op scarring in ear cartilage may produce long-term ear discomfort at night when laying on the affected ear. Talk to your plastic surgeon.
What surgery makes you look younger?
Tummy tucks, breast lift or augmentation, and facelifts are all designed to make women look and feel younger. But at age 35, to look and feel younger, look first to skin care, READ MORE
Tummy tucks, breast lift or augmentation, and facelifts are all designed to make women look and feel younger. But at age 35, to look and feel younger, look first to skin care, a healthy diet, regular exercise, a positive life outlook, and good sleep. Non-surgical helpers can include Botox, fillers, peels, laser and other skin treatments. But consult with an esthetician to help unlock the power of make-up.
What happens after a rhinoplasty surgery?
Rhinoplasty surgery can effectively and permanent change the shape and perception of your nose. Generally, a splint is worn for a week or so after surgery. After the splint is READ MORE
Rhinoplasty surgery can effectively and permanent change the shape and perception of your nose. Generally, a splint is worn for a week or so after surgery. After the splint is removed, most of the swelling will resolve in 3 to 6 weeks. But the nose will not obtain its final appearance for 6 to 12 months. On occasion, breathing may also be improved.
How many years does a neck lift last?
Forever, but not forever. The twin study that came out of the Cleveland Twins Festival demonstrated that the operated twin who had undergone neck lift /facelift always looked READ MORE
Forever, but not forever. The twin study that came out of the Cleveland Twins Festival demonstrated that the operated twin who had undergone neck lift /facelift always looked better than the unoperated twin. But aging continues. Many of the operated twins chose to have a second neck lift/ facelift after 8 to 14 years.
Is brow lift surgery permanent?
In thirty years, I've never met a 38 year old that would benefit from brow lift surgery. And no, brow lift surgery is not permanent. Did you know that you can get a temporary, READ MORE
In thirty years, I've never met a 38 year old that would benefit from brow lift surgery. And no, brow lift surgery is not permanent. Did you know that you can get a temporary, non-surgical lift with the use of Botox? Consult a professional.
