Ophthalmic Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
12990 Manchester Rd. Suite 102 – St. Louis, MO 63131 | 314-567-3567
State of the art Ophthalmic Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. John B. Holds, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Dr. Holds is an Ophthalmic Plastic Surgeon who has practiced in St. Louis since 1990. An ophthalmic plastic surgeon is an ophthalmologist or eye surgeon who has specialized in plastic surgery around the eye. Dr. Holds is a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Saint Louis University. He regularly lectures physicians in courses on topics in cosmetic and reconstructive eyelid and facial surgery, and has been listed in “Best Doctors in America” since 1994.
Blepharoplasty
Blepharoplasty is the medical name for eyelid surgery, but there are several different types of Blepharoplasty, depending on what needs to be corrected. If your upper eyelids are drooping, puffy, or have excessive skin, you might be a good candidate for Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty in St. Louis. Full upper eyelids, referred to as dermatochalasis or sometimes blepharochalasis, can make you look tired and older than you are. Blepharoplasty surgery is straightforward and almost immediately restores a youthful appearance that will accentuate your eyes. The results are usually very natural-looking so that your friends and family are likely to only notice that you look more relaxed or rested. If your upper eyelids are causing problems due to visual obstruction, you may be a candidate for Functional Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty, which is covered by health insurance.
Brow Lift Surgery
If you want to bring your eyes out of hiding and restore a fresher, more youthful appearance to your entire face, you may want to consider Brow Lift surgery. A Brow Lift (sometimes also called a forehead lift) is a straightforward procedure that can be safely performed to reduce sagging skin of the upper eyelid and make your eyes look naturally larger. It can also soften frown wrinkles between the eyes or across the top of the nose, creating a smooth forehead. We can also correct abnormalities of eyebrow shape or position and create a more symmetrical look to your eyes and eyebrows.
Aesthetic MediSpa of West County
Jacqueline Carr, RN, MSN Nurse Practitioner-BC Licensed Esthetician
Ms. Carr is the aesthetic nurse in the practice. As a working registered nurse she became interested in caring for aesthetic surgery patients, and has taken charge of the practice’s medical spa. She graduated from St. Louis University in 2011 and became a Board Certified Adult Nurse Practitioner April 2012. Jackie’s mission is to provide superior patient care; help patients achieve their individual goals; assist individuals in projecting a positive inner and outer energy; approach treatments conservatively for a natural appearance and graceful aging process.
Spa Services:
The spa services at Aesthetic Medispa of West County can be divided up into skin consultation, skin care, fillers, neuromodulators (Botox), chemical peels, laser skin resurfacing and skin care products. “Skin Care” includes masques, massage , and microdermabrasion techniques as appropriate to your needs. Dermal fillers are incredible products that replace tissue volume that is lost with age and provide impressive long-lasting results. Botox and Xeomin Cosmetic are injectable medications that selectively weaken the nerve impulses triggering wrinkle-causing muscle contractions. Chemical peels and laser skin resurfacing are techniques that even irregular skin pigmentation, lessen the appearance of sun damage, and can smooth and tighten aged skin. Finally, skin care products are a basis for most other treatments. These products may not only make the skin look more youthful, but can even biologically change the skin on a microscopic basis into a younger version of itself!
Patient Testimonials:
“As an operating room nurse, I knew the quality of Dr. Hold’s work so when I decided to consider a blepharoplasty and laser resurfacing I knew who to go to. I am very happy with the final results after the procedures. I always looked “tired” before with my sagging upper lids and bags under my eyes. The laser resurfacing really made a difference in my skin complextion and I feel I look healthier and it smoothed away a lot of fine winkles especially around my eyes. The blepharoplasty and facial fat transfer were painless… Dr. Holds and his staff are great. Would I do this again. Yes! I just wish I would have done this sooner.” ~ Ann
“Two years ago Dr. John Holds performed a blepharoplasty or eye lift procedure on my eyes. I researched many doctors in the St. Louis region and felt Dr. Holds was the best doctor for my situation. Dr. Holds and his staff performed the procedure in his suite, and I had the best possible care from preparing me for the surgery, during the surgery as well as continued follow-up care. The staff is professional, kind and courteous. I could not have had better care. I am delighted with the results! My only regret is that I did not do it sooner!” ~ Barbara
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