Kansas City Plastic Surgery

If you have decided that having permanent makeup with Kansas City skin care specialist Keri Eichhorn, seems to be something that you're interested in, there are just a few things to know to do before and after your procedure to insure you get the best results. To avoid excessive bleeding and scabbing you should stop taking any blood thinners for about one week before your treatment. This will help with the final result. Avoiding smoking, caffeine, and having the treatment while on your menstrual cycle will help decrease the amount of pain you will have during the treatment.

During the application process a topical anesthetic will be applied for approximately 30 minutes to the area being treated. Once the numbing process is completed the treatment will then begin. The first pass may be a little uncomfortable, however, once the first pass is complete there will be a 2nd topical anesthetic applied to penetrate into the skin to help with the numbness. The actual permanent makeup process will only take between 20-30 minutes per area.

After the permanent makeup procedure there can be moderate swelling in the treated areas. Applying cotton soaked in ice water is recommended to help with swelling as well as sleeping with the head elevated. You will be given a topical antibiotic ointment to use following the procedure for approximately 7 days. The swelling usually subsides around 3-5 days and the scabbing usually flakes around 7 days. The color usually looks much darker right after the treatment than it will once it heals. Three applications are required each 4 weeks apart.

If you are interested in permanent makeup or services to compliment the permanent makeup such as Eyelash Extensions, Eyelash tinting, Eyelash Perming or Eyebrow waxing please contact Keri Eichhorn, licensed esthetician at Summit Plastic Surgery and MedSpa.

Applying eyeliner and drawing eyebrows on everyday, as well as touching them up throughout the day can be quite a hassle. If this is something you are tired of doing or if you have a very active lifestyle where wearing makeup just isn't possible, or have allergies to makeup, permanent makeup may be the right procedure for you.

Through a series of 3 applications, done approximately 4 weeks apart, Licensed Esthetician Keri Eichhorn, will implant the color of your choice for your eyeliner and/or eyebrows. Keri has a background in makeup as well and can help you pick the perfect eyebrow color for your skin. Each appointment takes around 60-90minutes. A consultation is needed to decide on colors and to also do a test spot to check for any allergies.

The pigments that Keri uses at Summit Plastic Surgery & MedSpa are all Iron Oxide free, which helps keep the pigment from fading and also makes these pigments MRI safe. These permanent makeup pigments also won't fade for up to 7-10 years.

If you think permanent makeup is something that you are interested please contact our office for a consultation with Licensed Esthetician Keri Eichhorn at Dr. Matt Chhatre's Lee's Summit and Kansas City Office.

After you get your Novalash Eyelash Extensions the after care is quite easy. There are just a few after care instructions that should be followed. Following these instructions will help the life of your Eyelash Extensions between fills. Fills should be done every 4-5 weeks to avoid needing a new full set.

Following the application of Eyelash Extensions the extensions should not be exposed to water for a 12-24 hour period. When washing the face becareful as not to splash water or cleanser in the eye area. There should be no swimming, hot tubs or steam rooms for the first 12-24 hours. Getting the lashes wet will break down the bonding of the adhesive causing the lashes to fall off sooner. After the first 12-24 hours there is no harm in getting them wet or swimming, hot tubs or steam rooms.

There are some things that cannot be done at all while the lashes are on. Avoid applying any moisturizers, eye creams or eye makeup removers to the lashes. Any cosmetic product that contains glycol, organic solvents, urea or high concentrations of alcohol should be avoided. These products can breakdown the adhesive bond, shortening the duration of the lashes. Rubbing the eyes and eyelash curlers should also be avoided.

There is an approved NovaLash mascara that is safe to use on the lashes that will not break down the bonding of the adhesive. Waterproof mascara should not be used. Repeated use of even approved mascara may shorten the lifespan of the Eyelash Extensions.

If you are interested in NovaLash Eyelash Extensions or would like a complimentary skin care consult contact Licensed Esthetician Keri Eichhorn at Summit Plastic Surgery & MedSpa Lee's Summit and Kansas City office. Keri Eichhorn has performed over 250 Eyelash Extensions and will take the time to make sure they look just how you would like for them to!

Longer, thicker, fuller and darker eyelashes can make a dramatic difference in not only the look of your eyes but of your face. If your eyelashes are thin, short or light, eyelash extensions may be right for you.

Eyelash Extensions are achieved by applying Novalash high gloss synthetic lash extensions to your individual lashes. These lashes mimic the shape and curve of natural lashes and vary in sizes. The extensions will not weigh down your natural lashes and cause them to fall out prematurely. You may continue most normal activities and not worry about losing your new lashes.

The individual Novalash Eyelash Extensions are applied to your individual eyelashes by Licensed Esthetician Keri Eichhorn. The first application takes approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours and each fill, which are done 3-5 weeks apart, generally take around 45 minutes.

For more information or questions about, or to schedule a complimentary consultation for Eyelash Extensions, please contact Keri Eichhorn at Dr. Matt Chhatre's Lee's Summit and Kansas City office.

Fuller, better defined lips can make a dramatic difference in your appearance. If your lips are overly thin, poorly defined, or asymmetrical, lip augmentation might help you find just the look you’ve always wanted.

Lip augmentation is achieved through use of injectable fillers. Through a series of carefully placed injections, Dr. Chhatre can dramatically change the profile of your lips, giving you a fuller, more pleasing look. The injections are administered under local anesthetic, and afterwards you can resume your normal activities. Some redness or swelling might follow the treatment, but this will diminish quickly, leaving you with a new, sexy look.

Dr. Chhatre uses Radiesse® for the folds of the face (around the mouth and nose), and Restylane® and Perlane® work wonders on the lips. Lip augmentation with injectable fillers is a temporary procedure, though it can last as long as 6-9 months. If you like the look you've achieved, you'll have to return for additional treatments to maintain it over the long-term.

For more information about lip augmentation with injectable fillers, please contact Dr. Matt Chhatre's Lee's Summit and Kansas City, Missouri office to make an appointment for an initial consultation. We'll answer all your questions and give you a good idea of what you can expect from a lip augmentation at Summit Plastic Surgery and Med Spa.