At Koch Facial Plastic Surgery & Spa, we are often asked the following questions when it comes to enhancing the volume (or lack thereof) in one’s lips. Whether your goal is full and flauntable or subtle and sweet, we’ve got options for creating your perfect pout with lip augmentation at our med spa in Des…
Wedding and special event season is upon us. And whether you’re part of the happy couple or a guest, you want to look your best. With many weddings, reunions, and graduations happening online this summer, the pressure to put your best face forward is even stronger. Luckily, you can freshen your look and smooth away…
We know many of our patients have prepped for weeks or months for procedures only to have them canceled or postponed due to COVID-19. Our team at Koch Facial Plastic Surgery & Spa in West Des Moines wants to answer your questions and keep you informed on how to continue preparing for your procedure amid…
The Allē℠ loyalty program offers rewards, incentives, and promotions straight from the manufacturer of some of our favorite products and services. Juvéderm, SkinMedica, Latisse, DiamondGlow, CoolSculpting®, and BOTOX® Cosmetic are part of the suite of treatments and products that help you earn points at our West Des Moines practice. Best of all, the program is free to…
There’s a question that comes up all the time when we meet with men and women considering CoolSculpting at our West Des Moines practice: Does it hurt? It’s a fair question, but the answer is a little complicated. To put it as simply as possible: No, it doesn't hurt, but there are a few sensations…
With nonsurgical treatments such as injectables becoming so effective for anti-aging, West Des Moines men and women may have a hard time knowing if or when a surgical facelift, or a cheek and neck lift as it’s called at our practice, may be more effective. Choosing a facelift is a big decision, but there are…
The rising popularity of injectable treatments has come with the inevitable wave of knock-offs and “bargain” treatments offered by inexperienced injectors. While BOTOX Cosmetic injections at our Des Moines practice are always performed by qualified providers and purchased from authorized distributors, this isn’t the case everywhere you go. Today, we’re breaking down the dangers of…
The rise of effective, nonsurgical facial rejuvenation treatments has revolutionized the cosmetic field over the past 10 to 20 years. Among these treatments, dermal fillers and BOTOX® Cosmetic injections have made a significant impact, offering patients a refreshed and youthful appearance without the need for surgery. So, if you want to rejuvenate the area around…
Even though nonsurgical facial rejuvenation treatments have gained popularity in recent years, facelift surgery remains one of the most popular procedures year after year. At our practice in West Des Moines, the facelift rates high on the list of most-requested cosmetic enhancements. Fortunately, today's facelift techniques and results have advanced well beyond those that once produced…
BOTOX® and fillers. Fillers and BOTOX. They are consistently the most popular cosmetic treatments, and according to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), their popularity just keeps growing. Over the years, increasing numbers of men and women get BOTOX treatments at our West Des Moines practice. Why Nonsurgicals Are So Popular Nonsurgical cosmetic…