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John Tedesco

Plastic Surgeon | Facial Plastic Surgery

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 9.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; color: black; background: white;">Dr. John Tedesco is fellowship-trained and triple board-certified in general surgery, general cosmetic surgery, and facial cosmetic surgery.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>He carries the prestigious designation of Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Surgeons.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dr. Tedesco graduated from medical school in Philadelphia, PA at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; completed his general surgical training in Tampa Bay, FL at Largo Medical Center; and completed his fellowship in Little Rock, AR under the esteemed direction of world-renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Jim English.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dr. Tedesco prides himself in providing absolute state-of-the-art care in the most comfortable and compassionate atmosphere possible.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dr. Tedesco has lectured nationally to other plastic and cosmetic surgeons and continually strives to stay at the cutting edge of the field.&nbsp;&nbsp;He has received numerous awards and accolades and is a member of American Mensa.&nbsp;&nbsp;We here at Southeast Clinic Surgical Arts believe you cannot find better care or better results anywhere else in the world.</span></p>
John Tedesco
  • McAlester, OK
  • Accepting new patients

Are face lifts dangerous?

All surgery can be dangerous, and the benefits must always be weighed against the risks. Nerve damage, bleeding, infections, weak muscles, fluid collections, tissue loss, and cosmetic READ MORE
All surgery can be dangerous, and the benefits must always be weighed against the risks. Nerve damage, bleeding, infections, weak muscles, fluid collections, tissue loss, and cosmetic deformity can all happen with facelifts, as well as the usual surgical risks such as blood clots and pneumonia. Talk with your doctor to see how you can best protect yourself from these risks, such as a healthy diet, plenty of exercise, smoking cessation, and sun protection. 

John Tedesco, D.O., FACOS