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Shave Excision in Indianapolis

If you are looking for shave excision in Indianapolis (or the Indianapolis metropolitan area), look no further than Beeson Cosmetic Surgery. Below you will find information on the purpose, technique, recovery time and recovery instructions related to shave excision in Indianapolis.  . Summary Skin lesions can be removed by a special “shave excision” technique. The Read More

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Facial Trauma and Facial Scars

. Summary Dr. Beeson specializes in facial cosmetic surgery, but does do some specialized reconstruction surgery and nasal surgery. Unfortunately, most of this surgery is also considered cosmetic and is not covered by insurance. Dr. Beeson also does not do cases which are in litigation.   Facial scars can be the result of trauma which has resulted in lacerations to the Read More

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Intense Pulsed Dye Laser Treatment

. Summary “Purpose (Indications)“ Dilated vessels [telangiectasias] Hemangiomas, angiomas, port-wine stains, rosacea, and treating scars “What It Does“ Stimulates collagen formation, but without down time “Technique“ Topical anesthetic prior to treatment “Recovery Time“ Can resume normal activities immediately after treatment “Recovery Instructions“ Apply ointment, such as Bacitracin or Vaseline over treated area for that day Read More

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Skin Rejuvenation Program

If you are looking for a skin rejuvenation program in Indianapolis (or the Indianapolis metropolitan area), look no further than Beeson Cosmetic Surgery. Below you will find information on the purpose, technique, recovery time and recovery instructions regarding a skin rejuvenation program in Indianapolis.  . . Healthy Skin and Skin Rejuvenation “Aging Process“ In order Read More

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Skin Rejuvenation

. . Summary Chemical Peels “Purpose (Indications)“ Facial wrinkles “Smoker’s lines” “Age spots” Hyperpigmentation “What It Does“ Refreshes skin Lightens skin Decreases wrinkling by stimulating collagen in dermal layers “Technique“ Peel solution applied to skin with special cotton-tipped applicators Special ointment is applied to peeled area of skin as “moist dressing” “Recovery Time“ 7 days Read More

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Otoplasty

  . . Summary “Purpose (Indications)“ Protruding ears “What It Does“ Reduces size of protruding ears and makes ears appear more natural if hair is short or pulled back “Technique“ “Twilight” or general anesthesia Incisions hidden behind ear in skin crease Lasers used to reduce swelling and discomfort Dissolvable sutures used Turban-like dressing applied and Read More