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Following is Part IV of a series regarding Facelift Misconceptions and Facts. Misconception: I would like to have a facelift but my hair is very short. I am afraid the scars will show. Fact: My incisions are well hidden so hairstyles do not need to be changed or altered. Patients have told me their hair… Continue reading Facelift Misconceptions and Facts Part 4

Following is Part III of a series regarding Facelift Misconceptions and Facts. Misconception: I want to have a facelift but it seems very invasive. I also worry that my skin will look too tight, unnatural and “operated”. Fact: I am regularly invited to teach current face lifting techniques all over the world to other facial… Continue reading Facelift Misconceptions and Facts Part 3

Following is Part II of a series regarding Facelift Misconceptions and Facts. Misconception: I do not want to undergo a facelift earlier in life because I assume I will need to have another procedure some time in my sixties. Fact: There is no “magic time” for a face lift – and no specific age. It… Continue reading Facelift Misconceptions and Facts Part 2

Following is Part I of a series regarding facelift Misconceptions and Facts. Misconception: I would like to get rid of the “wattle” (loose skin) on my neck as well as my double chin, but I don’t want a full-blown facelift. Is there a minimally invasive or non-surgical procedure I can have? Fact: Having a “facelift”… Continue reading Facelift Misconceptions and Facts

Dr. Stephen Perkins was introduced as the honored Joseph Lecturer by Dr. Gilbert Nost Trenite at the recent 36th Annual Congress of the European Facial Plastic Surgery conference in Oslo, Norway. At this international conference, Dr. Perkins was awarded the Joseph Medal and made an honorary member of the European Facial Plastic Surgery Academy. Check… Continue reading Dr. Stephen Perkins Receives Joseph Medal

Dr. Stephen Perkins was again named as a Top Doctor by Indianapolis Monthly Magazine in 2013. Other physicians and surgeons voted for him as one of the city’s best plastic surgeons.

You may have heard about or seen some of the advertising and hype on TV or even in magazines about facelift procedures that are “new, quick and easy” and claim to involve no more than a weekend of downtime. Some of these have even been supported by paid celebrities to speak about them. Two of… Continue reading Beware of Marketing Driven Facial Rejuvenation Gimmicks

If you’ve had a rhinoplasty that did not turn out as expected, there is hope and good news. A failed rhinoplasty can be fixed by a skilled surgeon who has had special training in this field. Even with the best surgeons, 3-10% of rhinoplasties need minor revisions one year or later. It is just the… Continue reading What Happens When Your Rhinoplasty Fails?

Here is a recent USA Today article that talks about “Lifestyle Lift” marketing practices. I do not support this or any other national marketing campaign that attempts to get patients in the door for plastic surgery under confusing pretenses. Facelifts should be performed by a skilled and experienced board certified facial plastic surgeon that regularly… Continue reading USA Today “Lifestyle Lift” Article

If you’re unhappy with the look and shape of your nose, have an injury or trouble breathing, board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Stephen Perkins can help! He is currently offering a Complimentary Rhinoplasty Consultation. Now is a great time to schedule your appointment so that you can take advantage of the break between classes… Continue reading Complimentary Rhinoplasty Consultation