Medical spa treatments may be an attractive alternative to surgery, but “minimally invasive” does not always translate to “pain-free.” Your comfort and safety are our top priorities at Koch & Carlisle Plastic Surgery and Spa. If you’re asking, if you are wondering if BOTOX (or another procedure) is painful, we want to put your mind…
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…
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…
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…
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…