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Koch & Carlisle Plastic Surgery & Spa
4855 Mills Civic Parkway #100
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Phone: (515) 277-5555
Monday–Friday: 8:15 a.m.–5 p.m.
One of the most common questions asked by women who want to enhance the appearance of their breasts is whether they need breast lift surgery or breast augmentation. Each procedure addresses different concerns, and choosing the right one depends on your specific goals. In many cases, I recommend combining a lift with breast implants to…
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Laser skin resurfacing is a popular nonsurgical approach men and women choose to refresh and rejuvenate tired, dull, or damaged skin. It's a solution that can address skin concerns such as fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, stretch marks, sunspots, and hyperpigmentation. But what does laser skin resurfacing do to your skin? And what are the…
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If you’ve been thinking about getting breast implants, you’re probably aware that implant types essentially fall into 2 categories: saline versus silicone breast implants. Within the silicone implant category, though, you have a range of options involving the cohesiveness of the implants' gel filling. And beyond the types of breast implants, you'll also have choices…
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Cellulite is a persistent nuisance you can’t eliminate with creams, massage, or any other at-home treatment. Getting rid of the dimples that cover the thighs and buttocks of nearly 90% of all women requires an appointment with a qualified medical provider. Even then, some of the med spa cellulite reduction treatments work better than others,…
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Breasts come in all shapes and sizes, so shouldn’t you have more than one option when choosing a breast augmentation procedure? Luckily, cosmetic breast surgery has evolved over the years, and today we can offer patients in the Des Moines area more than one approach. But should you choose a fat transfer breast augmentation or…
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As most of my dermal filler, chemical peel, or BOTOX patients know, these treatments unfortunately don’t last forever. To maintain results, patients must come back in for follow-up appointments. But how often? Though every patient is a little bit different, here's a rough estimate of how long the results of each treatment will last. BOTOX…
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Facelifts (or as we prefer to call them, “cheek and neck lifts”) have the power to restore the vitality and glow of years past. The results are dramatic, but, as seen in our before & after photos, still sensitive to patients’ natural face shape and beauty. Facelifts can turn back the hands of time (often…
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Injectables such as dermal fillers and BOTOX® Cosmetic revolutionized anti-aging cosmetic treatments. Unlike surgical options, they require virtually no downtime and—when performed by a skilled injector—produce results that look natural. Despite their popularity, first-time patients often don't fully understand the uses for fillers such as JUVÉDERM®. At our West Des Moines practice, we thoroughly explain…
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Recovering from breast augmentation surgery is part of an exciting journey you may have been thinking about for years. Even though the recovery process may seem overwhelming at first, it can be a smooth experience with the right tips and tricks. In this blog post, we'll share some valuable insights on how to make your…
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Many people struggle with areas of their body, like the abdomen, where fat seems to accumulate and won't go away, no matter how hard they try. Fortunately, there's a nonsurgical solution that can help: CoolSculpting Elite. Let's take a look at CoolSculpting, how it can help you break through fitness plateaus to get the body…
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