Once the signs of aging develop, they become increasingly difficult to hide. In many cases, they also become increasingly difficult to live with. This is because we cannot get away from them. Every time we look in the mirror, we are met with jowls, flat cheeks, and thin, sagging skin on the face and neck. […]
Many of us aren’t exactly excited about getting older. Sure, we amass many happy memories over the years. We also gain wisdom and perspective that help us navigate life with a little more panache. It isn’t these aspects of aging we wish to avoid, it’s the signs of aging like lines and wrinkles and sad […]
Board-certified plastic surgeons take precautions that minimize the risks of surgical rhinoplasty. According to the American Academy of Plastic Surgeons, common rhinoplasty risks include potential complications related to anesthesia, infection, and bleeding. Additional risks include: Scarring or poor wound healing Lingering pain or numbness in the nose Difficulty breathing Prolonged swelling or skin discoloration Perforation […]
Many people express a desire to get a nose job. With rhinoplasty being one of the leading cosmetic surgery procedures, there is much to talk about. First, patients should understand that, while the term cosmetic surgery is often used, there is no clinical distinction for this practice. The doctor who is qualified to perform a […]
As the holiday season comes roaring right in, most of us have a lot to look forward to. Much of what lies ahead is probably highly anticipated with great joy. However, what often happens is, about mid-way through the bustle of holiday shopping and celebrating with loved ones, we start to feel fatigued. Feeling it […]
Dermal fillers are some of the most popular cosmetic products to ever be invented. The nonsurgical treatment that involves a dermal filler product is quick and affordable. It is also performed millions of times each year thanks to global popularity. While it can be nice to know that lines and wrinkles can be banished without […]
For centuries, both men and women have engaged in practices revolving around beauty. The proverbial Fountain of Youth has existed far longer than many would imagine. The desire to look younger is not new, nor is it entirely related to vanity. Looking younger often means feeling better. It means feeling like our truest self, not […]
Historically, surgical procedures provided the clearest path to facial rejuvenation. Still today, techniques like brow lift surgery and blepharoplasty offer considerable rewards. What they don’t do is meet the desire some patients have for nonsurgical modalities. When it comes to refreshing the face, there is value in focusing on the eyes. In our St. Louis […]
Fat grafting techniques are changing the way we address numerous cosmetic concerns. In our St. Louis office, the process of transferring fat cells from one area of the body to the face enables patients to regain the fullness that once gave them a youthful appearance. Dr. Steitz completed the distinguished Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery […]
he eyes are one of the most visible features on the face. Next to the smile, it is the eyes that create our personal image, that indicate our character. When the eyes begin to age, we see our own face as tired, sad, angry, or some other downtrodden characteristic. Recently, the concept of eyelid rejuvenation […]
