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Close up of stretch marks on womans' outer thigh
September 3, 2025
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How do I treat stretch marks?

Stretch marks are incredibly common (virtually everyone has them!), and they often suddenly appear after pregnancy, weight changes, or a growth spurt, but that does not make them any less frustrating. Many patients come to us looking for ways to treat or erase stretch marks and feel more confident in their skin. At Maningas Cosmetic Surgery in Joplin, we offer both surgical and non-surgical stretch mark treatments. Whether you are looking for a full-body transformation or just a subtle improvement in skin texture, triple-board certified cosmetic surgeon Dr. Talon Maningas and his expert aesthetics team can help you find the right approach for you. Here is how we help...

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Fit and toned woman in a bikini by the pool
August 26, 2025
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How is BodyTite different from liposuction? 10 BodyTite FAQs

Body contouring has come a long way, and BodyTite is proof. If you’re dealing with stubborn fat and skin laxity, this radiofrequency-assisted liposuction technique can tighten and sculpt your body in one procedure, with much less downtime than traditional surgery. Curious if BodyTite is right for you? We’re answering your most common (and most important!) questions about this liposuction alternative available at Maningas Cosmetic Surgery. 1. How is BodyTite different from liposuction? BodyTite combines fat removal with skin tightening in one procedure. While traditional liposuction effectively removes unwanted fat, it doesn’t address the loose or sagging skin that can be left behind, especially in areas with thinner skin or after...

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Mature 40s woman touching face and smiling off camera
March 13, 2025
Body, Face, Non-Surgical Procedures

4 Reasons We Love Morpheus8

Morpheus8 RF microneedling is redefining skin rejuvenation by combining microneedling with the powerful benefits of radiofrequency (RF) energy. At Maningas Wellness & Injectables, we often recommend Morpheus8 because it’s versatile and highly effective in treating a variety of skin woes. Here are four reasons why we love Morpheus8—plus how it addresses the root causes of common skin concerns. 1. Transformative skin resurfacing Skin resurfacing is just one of the standout benefits of Morpheus8. Uneven skin texture, fine lines, and enlarged pores are caused by a combination of aging, environmental damage (like UV exposure), and slowed cellular turnover. Over time, collagen and elastin levels—the building blocks of healthy, youthful skin—naturally...

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Young, fit woman in underwear after weight loss with semaglutide injections
May 30, 2023
Body, Non-Surgical Procedures

Your questions about the new semaglutide weight loss shot, answered

The semaglutide weight loss shot—a.k.a. Ozempic or Wegovy—has been making waves in the world of medical weight management. As trusted providers of cosmetic and wellness treatments, Andrea Huddleston RN, BSN and the team at Maningas Cosmetic Surgery are excited to offer semaglutide to patients in Joplin and the four-state area! As with any procedure, we are committed to educating our patients about semaglutide’s benefits, risks, and what you can expect in treatment. In this blog post, we delve into what it’s like to lose weight with semaglutide and answer some common questions that our patients ask. What is it like to lose weight with semaglutide? What happens if...

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Woman Getting Lymphatic Drainage Massage to Improve Body Contouring Results
July 15, 2022
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Can lymphatic drainage massage improve my body contouring results?

Women and men in Joplin, MO and the four-state area are increasingly turning to body contouring procedures to improve their shape when diet and exercise simply aren’t enough. While these cosmetic treatments are incredibly effective, all body contouring procedures—from liposuction to BodyTite—can cause temporary swelling that may obscure your initial results. In this month’s post, we discuss whether or not lymphatic drainage massage can help reduce post-body contouring inflammation and improve your results. What is the lymphatic system? The lymphatic system is the part of your immune system responsible for transporting fluid through the lymph vessels, thereby removing fluids and toxins from the body. A healthy lymphatic system moves...

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Woman with Great Gut Health feels Happy Healthy and Beautiful
January 9, 2022
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4 Keys to Developing Great Gut Health

Gut health is a critical component of our overall health. Having a healthy amount of “beneficial” bacteria in our guts can help ward off illness and disease, and even improve our mental health. But, according to a survey of more than 2,000 U.S. adult men and women, 72% of Americans are living with digestive issues like gas, bloating, and abdominal pain, all of which can be improved with proper gut health. To help you live your healthiest life, we’ve compiled a list of 4 ways to improve your gut health. While some of these suggestions may seem obvious, others, like cultivating a regular mindfulness practice, may surprise you! 1....

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Beautiful Woman on Beach in Bikini After Evolve Trim Tite Tone Non-Surgical Body Contouring
June 4, 2021
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Evolve vs. CoolSculpting: Which Non-Surgical Body Contouring Comes Out on Top?

Evolve for non-surgical body sculpting is attracting lots of interest, and with fame comes comparison with other popular options—especially CoolSculpting. But while CoolSculpting freezes fat to trim you down, Evolve uses radiofrequency (RF) energy, which generates a controlled heat that can reduce fat and tighten skin, as well as electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) to tone muscle groups. Curious about replacing some of your gym routine with non-surgical body contouring? To help you choose, we explain how the non-surgical trifecta Evolve compares with CoolSculpting. How Evolve body contouring works When you come to our Joplin Medspa for Evolve, you have three options to choose from based on your goals and the area...

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Group of Friends Working Out Together to Reduce Stress
February 8, 2021
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Can Working Out With Your Friends Reduce Stress? Research Says Yes.

According to a 2017 study published in the Journal of the American Osteopathic Association, working out in a group lowers stress by 26% and significantly improves one’s quality of life compared to those who exercise individually. We’re all for busting stress and having fun, so these statistics piqued our interest. To understand exactly why working out with friends can be better than going it alone, we dove into the science behind stress and exercise. Why is stress so bad for us? When we’re stressed, our body releases cortisol, a hormone response to the “fight or flight” feeling all humans experience. Frequently producing too much cortisol can cause adrenal fatigue,...

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Woman Gets Results from RF Assisted Liposuction at Maningas Cosmetic Surgery
October 1, 2020
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6 Ways RF-Assisted Liposuction is Better than CoolSculpting

Liposuction can do so much: we can use it from chin-to-toe to achieve body contours our patients didn’t believe were possible. Radiofrequency (RF) increases the effectiveness of this ever-useful body contouring tool: it allows us to sculpt with more refinement, tightens skin, and reduces recovery time, making RF-assisted liposuction our go-to for sculpting six packs and hourglass shapes. It’s not uncommon for patients with persistent fat pockets to weigh RF-assisted liposuction (RFAL) against the nonsurgical fat-freezing technology, CoolSculpting®. But while CoolSculpting may be a catchier, more “newsworthy” body contouring procedure, we advise our Joplin body contouring patients to go with the one that works every time: BodyTite™ RF-assisted...

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