Posts Tagged ‘dermal fillers’

Lost the Pounds? Now, Lose the Sagging Skin and Wrinkles!

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012

For many people, weight loss is just the first step on the road to becoming healthier. It is never an easy thing to accomplish, and some find it more difficult than others. However, losing weight can affect the tightness and firmness of your skin in ways you may have never considered before.

Have you recently lost weight, but noticed that your skin is no longer as firm as it used to be? Do you have loose skin around your cheeks and neck that wasn’t there before? These changes may be the first things you notice as you lose extra pounds.

Drs. LaFerriere and Kienstra may be able to improve the skin of your face and neck with some of the following cosmetic procedures:

  • A face lift or neck refinement to reduce jowls and sagging skin.
  • Special fillers and implants to improve facial contours and give your features a more balanced appearance.
  • Resurfacing procedures utilizing the latest in laser technology to make your skin smoother, softer, and fuller.

You’re already on your way to becoming healthier! Now, consider taking the next step to a more confident “you” by learning how Drs. LaFerriere and Kienstra may be able to help you feel better in your skin. Call (888) 771-FACE to schedule a consultation today.

Non-surgical Options Can Help Your Nose

Wednesday, December 7th, 2011

Is there something you don’t like about your nose? Would you like to have a nose that best matches the features of your face? LaFerriere and Kienstra Facial Plastic Surgery may have just the solution for you.

Not all nose improvements require surgery. Injectable treatments, including Botox and dermal fillers, can help reshape your nose to get just the right fit for your face. The benefits include a more balanced appearance, greater confidence, and minimal recovery time.

Drs. Kienstra or Laferriere will listen to any questions and concerns you may have and examine your nose for irregularities, skin thickness and color, and shape. This will help to determine what type of injection treatment is right for you and what part(s) of the nose should be modified to best meet your needs.

To schedule a consultation and discuss your options with Dr. Kienstra or Dr. Laferriere, call 417-887-FACE today.

5 Ways to Protect Your Skin this Winter

Tuesday, November 15th, 2011

These skin rejuvenation treatments from LaFerriere & Kienstra Facial Plastic Surgery will make you feel like royalty:

  • Uncover smoother, silkier, and more youthful skin with a special chemical peel.
  • Replace lost collagen from the face with Sculptra® Aesthetic injectable filler treatment.
  • Improve facial lines and eliminate wrinkles with Botox.
  • Treat severe acne, unclog pores, and rejuvenate skin to a healthier glow with microdermabrasian.
  • Effectively treat sun damage, rosacea, birthmarks, melasma, lesions, and more with Broad Band Light (BBL) photorejuvenation.

Ready to schedule a consultation? Contact us today!

More Men See COSMETIC PROCEDURES As A Way To Remain Competitive At Work

Wednesday, June 1st, 2011

Women still account for most of the cosmetic procedures performed, but more men are now willing to do something to remedy a sagging neck, hooded upper eyes or bags under the eyes, and to rid themselves of stubborn fat deposits.  While they may seek them out for different reasons than a woman, the number of men having a facelift increased 14% in 2010.  The number who had liposuction increased 7%, and the number of eyelid procedures in men increased by 15%.  All in all, more than 1.1 million men had a cosmetic procedure last year.

And it’s not just older men who are doing it.  Younger men, too, are viewing cosmetic procedures as a perfectly acceptable way to be more attractive or to correct features they consider unmasculine.

Why now?

For one thing, surgery that once required a hospital stay and weeks of downtime to recover is increasingly performed on an outpatient basis, with patients ready to re-enter their normal world after less time off from work.  Men aren’t in the habit of devoting time to a regular regimen of beauty care, but see quick, less invasive treatments, such as Botox® and dermal fillers that can be performed quickly during a short office visit, as attractive options.

If you watch reality TV, you have seen them…

Wednesday, April 20th, 2011

Celebrities who are poster children for bad results from Botox® and other injectable treatments.

Don’t let this happen to you!  Check the credentials and experience of the professional providing your injectable treatment. When you do, you will learn that Drs. LaFerriere and Kienstra:

  • Are board-certified facial plastic surgeons
  • Have performed more than 16,000 injectable treatments
  • Have years of experience in achieving natural-looking results

Sculptra® Aesthetic is an important part of our lineup of injectable anti-aging facial skin treatments.  Call (417)887-FACE to schedule a consultation and learn what Sculptra and other injectable anti-aging facial skin treatments in the right hands can do to help you look as young as you feel.

“If it doesn’t look natural, it doesn’t look good.

Planning a Spring Wedding?

Friday, April 8th, 2011

Attention all brides, bridesmaids and mothers of the bride and groom! If you are considering a cosmetic procedure before the big day, plan ahead NOW for the look you want THEN.

The best time to schedule a procedure depends on the downtime associated with that procedure and how long you should expect to wait for the best results.

For example, Botox® Cosmetic requires almost no downtime, but the effects typically take a day or two to become noticeable, and you should expect a 7 to 10 day wait for full results. You can expect immediate results from facial fillers, such as Restylane® and Juvederm®, but (depending on the area injected) there may be some bruising and swelling, so you should allow at least 3 days for recovery. You should plan on a 2 to 4 week wait for best results following a mini-facelift or a minimally-invasive surgical procedure to tighten skin around the eye.

“The goal is to look natural and refreshed without showing any signs of having work done,” says Jonathan Sykes, MD, President of the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

That’s precisely what Drs. Keith LaFerriere and Matt Kienstra always say…If it doesn’t look natural, it doesn’t look good.

Are VOLUMIZERS or FILLERS Right For You?

Tuesday, February 22nd, 2011

At our March About Face Seminar you will learn:

  • About non-surgical alternatives and techniques
  • What kind of results to expect and how long they last

View before and after photos, enjoy appetizers, and register to win a free gift!

March 10th at 6:00 pm – Hammons Heart Institute, Springfield Missouri

Call 417-887-FACE today to register!

Volumization = Better Results?

Friday, January 28th, 2011

Dr. Keith LaFerriere has returned from San Diego, where he was a key participant in the Rejuvenation of the Aging Face meeting, sponsored by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

A significant portion of the meeting focused on facial volumization, a relatively new model in the rejuvenation of the aging face.  The face loses volume as it ages, with this deflation beginning during the 30s and accelerating at age 50 or so.  Fortunately, injectable fillers like Restylane®, Juvederm® and Radiesse®, as well as injectable volumizers like Sculptura®, are available.

“These injectibles are quite useful as stand-alone, non-surgical treatments,” Dr. LaFerriere reports, “but they can also improve surgical rejuvenation outcomes by allowing us to more finely tune volume.  This could make some additional surgical procedures unnecessary. It’s a very exciting concept.”

Dr. LaFerriere also participated in panels that addressed advances in mid-face rejuvenation and treating the ‘difficult’ face and neck.

New SPRING Specials!

Monday, April 12th, 2010

springface1. The Dysport Challenge – Click here to learn more!

2. Radiesse: Buy 2 get 1 free or buy 1 syringe and receive a $100 discount. Must use all syringes at visit.

3. Broad Band Light: One free Broad Band Light treatment to the hands with the purchase of a Broad Band Light treatment to the face or neck. $100 value

Ready to schedule a consultation? Call us at 417-887-FACE or 888-771-FACE today! We would be happy to help you schedule your consultation.

How Long Do BOTOX® Results Last?

Monday, February 8th, 2010

FacePicAs the number one aesthetic procedure in the United States, BOTOX® is a proven and effective treatment for lines and deep wrinkles. But how long do the results last? You can expect your results to generally last about 4 months, although some results may last up to 6 months.

For more information about BOTOX® or dermal fillers, or to schedule your consultation, call us today at 417-887-FACE.