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Facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Scott Shadfar has joined the practice of Dr. Stephen Perkins. For the past year, he has trained as Dr. Perkins’ fellow, further refining his surgical techniques and skills in the field of facial plastic surgery. Dr. Shadfar performs facial plastic and reconstructive surgeries including facelift, rhinoplasty and eyelid surgery. He has… Continue reading Dr. Stephen Perkins Welcomes New Facial Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Stephen Perkins and Dr. Scott Shadfar were recently interviewed by Fox 59 in Indianapolis about the popularity of “Selfie Surgery”. Check out the video and accompanying article.

An article shared recently by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery discusses a new consumer trend: couples undergoing plastic surgery together. The article stated there has been a 30% jump in this trend over the last few years. More and more married couples are coming into my practice for consultation and planning… Continue reading Facial Plastic Surgery For Couples Becoming More Popular

Dr. Stephen Perkins was interviewed by Indianapolis Monthly magazine for its “Cosmetic Procedures” special section that recently published. This section focused on surgical and non-surgical procedures for common problems. Dr. Perkins shared his techniques of choice for sun/age spots, sagging neck/jowls and deep facial lines.

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.