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Dr. Samuel W. Huddleston, MD

Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Samuel Huddleston is a cosmetic medicine and surgery specialist practicing in Kingsport, TN. Dr. Huddleston 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.
73 years Experience
Dr. Samuel W. Huddleston, MD
  • Kingsport, TN
  • Vanderbilt Univ Sch of Med, Nashville Tn
  • Accepting new patients

Which implants are the best implants?

Silicone implants are the best by far, better feel than saline. They're more natural.

Does a double mastectomy prevent breast cancer?

It decreases your chance of breast cancer significantly. Mastectomy removes usually 96-98% of breast tissue.

Are there any risks with lip injections?

Be real careful. Very difficult to get natural effect. Just look at the movie stars that had it done.

What are some of the possible side effects to a breast reduction surgery?

This is a great surgery for those that need it. Risks are minimal for someone in generally good health. The patient usually feels immediate relief from the weight and discomfort. READ MORE
This is a great surgery for those that need it. Risks are minimal for someone in generally good health. The patient usually feels immediate relief from the weight and discomfort. It’s a 2-hour surgery that folks usually get back to normal daily living within a few days.

Is it a must to undergo a plastic surgery after a Mohs surgery?

Most likely, yes. Scar revisions all require surgery to remove the old scar and repair the defect.

Lots of stretch marks. What can I do?

Sorry to hear about your stretch marks, but congrats on the healthy baby! Stretch marks are visible damage to the inner layer of the skin. They should lighten up with time (6-12 READ MORE
Sorry to hear about your stretch marks, but congrats on the healthy baby!
Stretch marks are visible damage to the inner layer of the skin. They should lighten up with time (6-12 months), but there is nothing that I know of that reliably make them go away.

What is cool sculpting?

This is a new procedure that allegedly removes fat topically , but I would allow this to become more reliable in a year or two.

Can anything be done about my hip shape?

Yes, liposuction is well know to improve the hip shape.

Mom died of breast cancer- need feedback on nipple sparing masectomy

You would need an exam first, and then I could suggest options that might be available.