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…
Ask 10 plastic surgeons about the difference between a neck lift and a facelift, and you may get 10 different answers. That's because the definition of those procedures can vary from surgeon to surgeon, depending on their training and whether they're plastic surgeons who focus exclusively on the face. At our Des Moines practice, we…
You’ve likely heard about CoolSculpting® and perhaps have read previous posts on our blog, but did you know Koch Facial Plastic Surgery & Spa is the first (and only) office in Iowa to offer CoolSculpting® Elite? The future of noninvasive fat reduction has arrived and now you can eliminate stubborn fat with the most advanced…
What comes to mind when you think about lip filler? For many, it’s visions of over-filled, unnatural lips stretched too thin by filler. The truth is, lip filler done well can be very beautiful. Full, youthful lips will never go out of style. Think Angelina Jolie, Kerry Washington, Priyanka Chopra—some of the most highly coveted…
Nonsurgical cosmetic treatments for a wide range of concerns are becoming increasingly popular as patients look for less invasive solutions. It's a trend we welcome in the right situations. But it's important to understand the limitations of these procedures such as nonsurgical rhinoplasty. At our West Des Moines, Iowa, facial plastic surgery practice, surgical rhinoplasty…
BOTOX® Cosmetic Day at our West Des Moines practice is an opportunity to do something for YOU. It’s a celebration of real results and one really incredible offer from our friends at Allergan Aesthetics! To take advantage of this special BOTOX offer, you need to be a member of Allē — the new and improved loyalty program by Allergan Aesthetics. You can read more…
The holiday season is upon us! While most people will alter their plans for parties and gatherings because of the pandemic, many of you will still be celebrating remotely with friends and loved ones. With the holidays and winter on their way, this is a really great time to give your skin a boost and gift…
By now, you’ve seen a lot of fuss over the S-Lift on our social media stories. Both our medical assistant, Sally, and our PA-C, Pam, recently had S-Lifts to improve the appearance of their lower faces and necks. We LOVE the S-Lift facelift and what it can do for our Des Moines patients. We can’t wait to…
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…
If you’re like most people, you probably have an area or two of your body that you just cannot slim down, despite a regimen of healthy eating and regular exercise. Luckily, you can often get rid of those troublesome fat “pooches” without surgery or downtime with CoolSculpting® at our West Des Moines medical spa. CoolSculpting…