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Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Denton, Texas

Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Plastic Surgery
Denton, Texas
NPI: 1801069182· License: s5897 (TX) verify
Medical school: Medical College Of Wisconsin · Graduated 2008(~18 yrs since med school)
Industry payments (2024): $352 across 11 payments (what this means)
5(9 ratings)

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In Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad's own words

How Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad describes their own approach, from their Instagram posts. Each statement links to the original.

Approach

  • For us, the term “plastic” refers to the plastic surgeon’s ability to “mold” or “shape” your goals into a reality, like a piece of art
  • Safety and quality are paramount in the practice.
  • The practice aims to avoid an 'overdone' or unnatural look in rhinoplasty.

Specialization

  • We are performing procedures at the local hospital campuses on a limited basis
  • Dr. Flugstad confirmed his love for plastic surgery after studying several surgical specialties.

Technique

  • We have advanced techniques to restore muscle structure and remove excess skin
  • The open technique is where we use a small incision across the columella (the partition that separates the left and right nostrils)

Training & credentials

  • Dr. Flugstad spent a year under the mentorship of Dr. Joe Hunstad.
  • Dr. Nicholas Flugstad is a board-certified plastic surgeon.

Consultation

  • Due to increased health concerns regarding COVID-19, we are now scheduling Virtual Consultations via Skype!
  • The practice assists patients in choosing the appropriate implants, size, incision, and shape to meet their aspirations.

Safety

  • The practice feels that operating a Joint Commission accredited surgical facility within its practice maximizes safety and limits exposure to infectious diseases such as COVID-19.

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About

Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon practicing in Denton, Texas, serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area. He provides meticulous and compassionate care, believing that "plastic" in plastic surgery refers to the surgeon's ability to "mold" or "shape" a patient’s goals into reality, like a piece of art. Safety and quality are paramount in his practice, which maintains rigorous cleansing actions to ensure a sterile environment and closely follows Department of Health guidelines. Dr. Flugstad specializes in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, with specialized training in reconstructive microsurgery. He spent a year under the mentorship of Dr. Joe Hunstad, who he notes has made significant contributions to aesthetic surgery. Tummy tucks (abdominoplasty) are among the most commonly performed procedures at his practice, often combined with liposuction for sculpted results. He emphasizes advanced techniques for facelifts, restoring muscle structure and hiding incisions, and offers both open and closed rhinoplasty, aiming to improve appearance and function without an "overdone" or unnatural look. Dr. Flugstad also conducts extensive research, has been published in journals, contributed to textbooks, and teaches. Virtual consultations are available.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Average Cost of Surgery

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Body Lift

$25,000

Above typicalTypical in Denton: $18,247–$23,500 (median $21,832, 4 reports) compare ↗

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Questions, Answers, and Information Directly from Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad

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What are the expected outcomes and scarring for an arm lift (brachioplasty) with Dr. Flugstad?
With properly placed scars, an arm lift can result in newly toned arms, making it possible for patients to confidently wear sleeveless clothing again.
What is upper eyelid ptosis repair like with Dr. Flugstad?
Upper eyelid ptosis can make individuals look tired. The repair is typically a short procedure with an easy recovery, helping patients feel more refreshed and awake.
What can I expect from a facelift procedure and recovery with Dr. Flugstad?
Dr. Flugstad uses advanced techniques to restore muscle structure and remove excess skin, lifting sagging cheeks, jowls, and the jawline to rejuvenate the skin and restore youthful definition without a 'pulled look'. Incisions are hidden in the natural crease of the ear and behind the hairline. Recovery time is typically two to three weeks, with usually minimal pain. Patients will have their head bandaged for the first day and must keep their head elevated during both waking and sleeping hours throughout recovery.
What are the open and closed rhinoplasty techniques Dr. Flugstad uses?
Dr. Flugstad performs both open and closed rhinoplasty. The open technique uses a small incision across the columella, allowing clear visualization and precise shaping of all cartilage and bone, often leading to greater control and precision, with the scar typically invisible after healing. The closed technique uses incisions located within the nostrils to access and reshape bones and cartilage.
What are Dr. Flugstad's goals and philosophy for rhinoplasty?
Dr. Flugstad's goal for rhinoplasty is to improve both appearance and function, leading to benefits such as improved breathing, a straighter and more appealing nose shape, better facial balance, and boosted self-confidence. He aims to achieve these results without an 'overdone' or unnatural look.
What liposuction technique does Dr. Flugstad use?
Dr. Flugstad uses a minimally invasive liposuction technique, aiming to achieve smooth and natural results for fat removal and shaping.
What is Dr. Flugstad's approach to breast augmentation?
Dr. Flugstad views breast augmentation as a way to help patients move from self-consciousness to self-confidence. Indications include small, saggy, uneven, or deflated breasts. During consultation, he assists patients in choosing the appropriate implants, size, incision, and shape to meet their aspirations.
What can a tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) address, and how is liposuction involved?
A tummy tuck can address stubborn fat, excess skin, stretch marks, and sagging fat and tissue, resulting in a more youthful and sculpted body. Liposuction is often used in conjunction with a tummy tuck to remove more substantial quantities of fat, and Dr. Flugstad will determine if it's appropriate for your case during consultation.
Where does Dr. Flugstad perform procedures, and what are his facility's accreditations?
Dr. Flugstad operates a Joint Commission accredited surgical facility within his practice, which he believes maximizes safety. He also performs procedures at local hospital campuses on a limited basis.

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Patient Experience

Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad Review Summary

4.92
Dr. Flugstad has excellent ratings! He averages a near-perfect 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 41 patient reviews, and also boasts 5/5 ratings on both Healthgrades and Google Reviews. Patients consistently praise his skills and results.

Ratings from Other Platforms

healthgrades.com

5 out of 5

Based on 10 reviews

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Google Reviews

5 out of 5

Based on 8 reviews

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Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Denton, Texas

Main Office

3327 Colorado Blvd # 100, Denton, Texas

(940) 287-3795

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Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$352

Payments

11

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad received $352 across 11 payments in 2024. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was Bone Support Inc..

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Location & Contact Information

Main Office

3327 Colorado Blvd # 100

Denton, Texas 76210

Office Information

Phone: (940) 287-3795

Where does Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad practice?

Doctor's Office

Main Office (Primary)

3327 Colorado Blvd # 100, Denton, Texas 76210

(41 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

MD Anderson Cancer Center

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Education & Experience

Education

Medical College Of

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Board-certified Plastic And Reconstructive Surgeon
Asaps Member Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad online?
The provided information doesn't specify whether online appointment booking is available. It's best to contact Dr. Flugstad's office directly at (940) 287-3795 or check his website.
Does Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad offer telehealth?
The provided information doesn't mention telehealth services. Contacting the office directly is recommended for inquiries about telehealth options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad?
Patients rave about Dr. Flugstad's skills, care, and results. Reviews highlight natural-looking outcomes, exceeding expectations, and positive experiences from consultation to post-op care. Patients feel welcome, supported, and thrilled with their transformations, with some even crediting Dr. Flugstad for changing their lives.
What areas of care does Dr. Nicholas A. Flugstad cater to?
Dr. Flugstad specializes in both cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. His expertise includes body lifts, liposuction, facelifts, breast implant removals, mastectomies, breast reconstruction, tummy tucks, and Sculptra injections. He also has specialized training in reconstructive microsurgery. Dr. Flugstad provides meticulous and compassionate care. His practice interprets 'plastic' in plastic surgery as the surgeon’s ability to 'mold' or 'shape' a patient’s goals into reality, like a piece of art. Safety and quality are paramount in the practice, which maintains rigorous cleansing actions to ensure a sterile environment and closely follows Department of Health guidelines.