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 […]
Over the past ten-plus years, we have come to know Botox as a powerful wrinkle-reducer. Even people who have not had Botox treatment tend to recognize the FDA-approved cosmetic drug for its safety and convenience. Treatment takes only a few minutes, reaches full effect within a week, and lasts 3 to 6 months. The way […]
Facelift surgery can be a highly advantageous procedure for the adult who is ready to refresh in a big way. The techniques that are used during the modern-day facelift are more precise and also more conservative than what was done in the past. A board-certified plastic surgeon, especially one who is familiar with fat transfer, […]
Flawless. Spotless. Like porcelain. Wouldn’t you love if you could describe your skin this way? In recent years, people have undergone numerous high-tech treatments in an effort to boost their skin’s appearance. Turns out, there is a classic method of cellular regeneration that only needed to be rediscovered. Here, we discuss specific benefits that you […]
There is much more to aging than the formation of a few lines and wrinkles around the eyes, nose, and mouth. Even these cosmetic concerns relate to a bigger change, a shift in the very structure of the face. As we age, the V shape that holds the eyebrows high and the chin sharp drops. […]
As a facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Steitz understands the value of excellence in all professional endeavors. His specific training under Dr. Dean Toriumi at the University of Illinois in Chicago only enhanced a desire to achieve the very best for our patients. Because rhinoplasty is one of the most common surgical procedures that people consider, […]
The weather has taken a turn in recent months, as it does every year. When this happens, we may give a bit of attention to how adverse conditions may affect our commute or what new items need to be added to our wardrobe. Additionally, studies suggest that we also need to consider our skin. Because […]
