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How Long Does a Facelift Last?

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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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New to Injectables? Discover Why Dermal Fillers Are So Popular

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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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How Long Does It Take To Recover From Eyelid Surgery?

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Even before the pandemic-influenced “Zoom boom” drove people to improve perceived facial imperfections, eyelid surgery was among the top plastic surgery procedures every year. The surgery's popularity has only increased with the heightened use of video conference calls. Before scheduling surgery, though, most patients want to know how long it takes to recover from eyelid…

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Facelift Recovery Tips

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Facelift surgery at our Des Moines practice is, without question, the most effective and long-lasting remedy for sagging skin and other signs of facial aging. However, like anything long-lasting, the process from start to finish is more involved than just the surgery itself. Here are a few facelift recovery tips to streamline the process. Know…

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Is an S-Lift the Same as a Mini Facelift?

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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…

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Can I Get HALO® and BBL at the Same Time?

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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…

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What Is the Best Age To Start BOTOX®?

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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…

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Should You Get a Facelift? Take Our Quiz!

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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…

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