Lawrenceville & Braselton · Stress Incontinence
Can I still have a mesh sling later if Bulkamid doesn't work?
By Advanced Urology ·
What's the short answer?
Yes.
Bulkamid doesn't rule out a sling or other procedures later.
Leak with coughing or exercise?
When should you see a urologist about this?
Schedule a visit to see which option fits you first.
What does an Athens patient visit look like?
Athens readers ready for an appointment head to Old Winder Highway in Braselton, where bloodwork and ultrasound sit down the hall; operating-room cases move to Crown Pointe Way.
How is this handled for Clarke County patients?
Clarke County women with stress leakage can talk about pelvic floor therapy, Bulkamid and a mesh sling, and how one choice affects later options.
How do you prepare when coming from Athens?
Athens patients should bring medicines, insurance information, an ID and any records from other clinics. Writing your goals for treatment down beforehand helps our urologists tailor the plan.
When should Athens patients call?
Phone (678) 344-8900 if you notice new symptoms, a treatment stops working or a result needs explaining. Our team is glad to book Athens patients.
What else can Athens readers read?
What else do patients ask?
Can UGA staff and students be seen?
Adults in Clarke County are welcome; check your insurance with our team when you call (678) 344-8900.
Do Athens women come in for bladder control?
Yes. Urgency, leaks and repeat infections bring many Clarke County women to Braselton.
How do you approach a new prostate cancer diagnosis?
We review pathology and imaging, may use PSMA PET/CT for staging and discuss surveillance, surgery, radiation or hormone therapy with you.
How do I book from Athens?
Call or book online and pick the Braselton clinic on Old Winder Highway.
Can an Athens woman discuss leaks after having babies?
Yes. Leakage after pregnancy and delivery is a frequent reason Clarke County women see our team, and options run from pelvic floor therapy to Bulkamid or a sling.
Athens men ask whether a weak stream needs a specialist. Does it?
If it bothers you, it is worth a check. Our Braselton team reviews the prostate and bladder, and procedures happen at our Lawrenceville surgery center.
Which videos can help?
These open on Advanced Urology's YouTube channel.
Where can you go from here?
Our urinary incontinence page explains how our urologists look into this and which treatments our practice provides, and both open offices below can see you for it.
- Urinary incontinence: symptoms, evaluation and treatment
- Lawrenceville Clinic & Surgery Center, 501 Crown Pointe Way
- Braselton Clinic, 2695 Old Winder Hwy, Suite 150
- More articles: Leaks and pelvic floor
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How do I book a visit?
Athens and Clarke County patients are always welcome with our Braselton team for this visit.
Book a visit with Advanced Urology for Clarke County today. (678) 344-8900 Book online