If you’re considering a facelift and have spent much time doing online research, you might be a bit overwhelmed by the different types of facelifts. Many of the techniques, such as the deep-plane or SMAS facelifts, are designed for people with significant sagging in the lower portion of the face. For people looking for a…
Two of the most popular skin rejuvenation treatments we perform at Koch & Carlisle Plastic Surgery & Spa are HALO laser skin resurfacing and Broadband Light (BBL) procedures. Because the procedures address different types of skin concerns, patients often ask us if they can get HALO and BBL treatments at the same time. Our providers…
It’s certainly no secret that the emergence of social media and Zoom calls while working from home has focused more attention than ever on our faces. Filters can help hide blemishes and lines, but many younger women and men are now turning to cosmetic treatments such as BOTOX injections to get ahead of wrinkles around…
Facial rejuvenation without surgery is more popular—and more effective—than ever, with specialized fillers, BOTOX®, and a varied menu of laser skin treatments all capable of shaving years off your appearance. At some point, however, aging progresses enough that you will need a facelift to get the results you desire. Knowing when that time comes can…
Do you wish you could erase those pesky lines at the corners of your eyes? Or are you tired of looking tired because of dark circles under the eyes? Cosmetic injectable treatments are the most popular aesthetic procedures in the world, but many people don't know the difference between BOTOX and injectable dermal fillers. At…
Having a sculpted, angular jawline is a popular goal these days. There are several ways to achieve this defined jawline, such as with the strategic use of dermal fillers and BOTOX® injections, at our Des Moines, IA, practice. Both women and men are coming to our practice saying they want to enhance the definition of their…
Many of the people we talk to about facelifts say they spent time reviewing our patients' before-and-after photos before scheduling a consultation. Many of those patients appear at least 10 years younger than their "before" photos. The dramatic improvement is something we're quite proud of. It's important to note, however, that the significant outcomes you'll…
We offer plenty of nonsurgical alternatives to facelift surgery at our Des Moines practice for patients who aren't ready for a facelift or who want to avoid more invasive procedures. These skin tightening treatments are excellent solutions for women and men whose skin retains much of its elasticity but is beginning to sag. Our team…
Ever since CoolSculpting arrived as the first effective, non-invasive fat reduction treatment, non-surgical body sculpting has become one of the most dynamic segments of the cosmetic field. People looking to "freeze fat away" at our Des Moines practice often ask about CoolSculpting alternatives and whether they're as effective. We actively research new treatments to ensure…
With so many people working from home and connecting virtually with family and friends through video platforms such as Zoom, we’re seeing ourselves in a new light. And, it seems, many women and men are less than thrilled with what they see. Our West Des Moines facial plastic surgery practice helps patients who want to…