Dino Mendez, MD

Dino Mendez, MD Double-Board Certified
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Pinnacle Dermatology
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Repair of Severe Muscle Separation with Tummy TuckThis patient had one of the severe cases of that I’ve treated. She w...
05/28/2026

Repair of Severe Muscle Separation with Tummy Tuck

This patient had one of the severe cases of that I’ve treated. She was often “congratulated” on being pregnant even though she was several years post-partum. This can really affect people physical (weak core), but also emotionally/mentally. She is now 3 yrs out from tummy tuck with muscle repair

All patient photos posted with written and verbal permission. We thank them for sharing their journey and educating our patients!

✍🏽 Schedule a consultation today with Dr. Mendez at 815-860-0774.

05/28/2026

*selective hearing* 😆👂🏽

05/27/2026

Implants Above or Behind the muscle?

With breast augmentation, implants can be placed above (subfascial or subglabdular) or behind (dual plane) the muscle. I perform surgeries in both planes, it depends on the patient’s anatomy and preferences.

There are pros and cons to each plane - Above the muscle requires the patient to have sufficient “soft tissue coverage” or enough breast tissue to conceal/camouflage the implant , otherwise it can look round and unnatural. Some may consider “animation” a drawback to under the muscle breast augmentation, but usually this is something that is not commonly seen unless the patient is flexing their chest. In patients with minimal or thin breast tissue , behind the muscle still may be a better option in my opinion, so that the result looks natural.

With the use of a long-lasting numbing injection during surgery and a non-narcotic oral pain regimen, recovery and functional status is similar for me with either plane.

Mommy Makeover - Tummy Tuck and Breast Augmentation - 3 yr resultI love it when surgery jumpstarts a new level of fitnes...
05/26/2026

Mommy Makeover - Tummy Tuck and Breast Augmentation - 3 yr result

I love it when surgery jumpstarts a new level of fitness and health for a patient. Studies in our Plastic Surgery literature show that results from these surgeries can be life long , as long as the patient maintains a healthy weight through exercise and a well-balanced diet. This patient took that to the next level, pushing herself in the gym , and her transformation speaks for itself!

All patient photos posted with written and verbal permission. We thank them for sharing their journey and educating our patients!

✍🏽 Schedule a consultation today with Dr. Mendez at 815-860-0774.

S/o to my MVP patient who took 1st Place🥇 bodybuilding competition last week! 360 cc silicone, behind the muscle, mode...
05/22/2026

S/o to my MVP patient who took 1st Place🥇 bodybuilding competition last week! 360 cc silicone, behind the muscle, moderate+ profile

Breast Augmentation 🌼🌼This patient is 3 months out from a breast augmentation with 400 cc moderate profile silicone impl...
05/21/2026

Breast Augmentation 🌼🌼

This patient is 3 months out from a breast augmentation with 400 cc moderate profile silicone implants placed above the muscle
Her height is 5’3” and weight is 138 lb.

Even though this is a larger volume implant, because of her chest dimensions, her result still remains balanced and proportionate. Implant selection is not one size fits all. During your consultation, we will together choose an implant that fits your frame best, based on your height, chest measurements, and desired amount of fullness.

All patient photos posted with written and verbal permission. We thank them for sharing their journey and educating our patients!

✍🏽 Schedule a consultation today with Dr. Mendez at 815-860-0774.

05/20/2026

**blinking twice** … Peer pressured into this choreography 💃🏽🕺🏽💃🏻

Fit-Mom Tummy Tuck This patient is > 6 months out from tummy tuck and muscle repair. Even though she was in great shape,...
05/19/2026

Fit-Mom Tummy Tuck

This patient is > 6 months out from tummy tuck and muscle repair. Even though she was in great shape, she still was self conscious about the excess skin and muscle laxity in her belly. Now you can see the enhanced definition of her muscle tone and silhouette, along with a flatter, tighter belly.

All patient photos posted with written and verbal permission. We thank them for sharing their journey and educating our patients!

✍🏽 Schedule a consultation today with Dr. Mendez at 815-860-0774.

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Naperville, IL
60148

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