- CryotherapyCryotherapy has become popular in the last few years because of its significant health benefits including reduction of migraines, muscle recovery from intense workouts and treating chronic pain, but did you know that cryotherapy can also be used to improve skin quality and reverse the signs of aging?
- Medical Weight LossLosing weight can mean many positive changes in your life! You look better, you feel better and your clothes fit better in most instances. But weight loss can also bring new challenges as your body adjusts to its new size.
- GlaucomaFun fact: LATISSE™ was discovered entirely by accident. Bimatoprost was originally used as a glaucoma drug, but users reported that their eyelashes were thicker and fuller after use!
- Laser Eye SurgeryAfter your eye surgery procedure, pain is usually minimal. However, patients can experience mild to moderate bruising and swelling, which generally resolves within one to two weeks.
- PregnancyThe tummy tuck is an ideal procedure for women affected by permanently stretched skin caused by pregnancy and childbirth. Additionally, the muscles of the abdomen can become weak and spread apart, resulting in weakened support for the stomach. The lower stomach wall may also develop stretch marks below the belly button.
- Labor and DeliveryOver the years the structure and volume of breasts naturally change due to aging, genetics, gaining or losing weight, childbirth and nursing. A breast lift can tighten and remove excess skin and raise and firm the breasts. Breast lifts can also be performed with an implant or fat transfer augmentation in order to increase the size, alter the shape and firm the breasts all in one surgical procedure.
- Prostate Cancer
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- General SurgeryA Kansas native, Dr. Peterson is a Summa Cum Laude graduate of Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science. He attended medical school at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He completed his prerequisite training in general surgery at Baylor College of Medicine and completed a residency at Baylor College of Medicine in Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. After several years of private practice in Otolaryngology, Dr. Peterson completed a residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. Subsequently, he culminated his Plastic Surgery training with a fellowship in Craniofacial Surgery at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee.
- Ear Surgery
- Hand SurgeryMost people do not realize that plastic surgeons do hand surgery. Dr. Peterson performs a variety of hand procedures which are usually covered by insurance.
- OtolaryngologyDr. Peterson holds a license to practice medicine in Kansas, Wisconsin and Missouri. He is a board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (since 1997) and American Board of Otolaryngology (since 1988). He is a member of the Kansas City Plastic Surgery Society, Kansas Medical Society and Shawnee County Medical Society. He serves as Director of the Topeka Cleft Lip and Palate Team and is a member of the American Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Association.
- Reconstructive Surgery
- BotoxBotox is the most popular cosmetic injectable in the United States and around the world. It’s true! According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, millions of Botox injections are performed each year — and for good reason. This potent injectable can help reduce signs of aging such as wrinkles, facial lines and creases, and stop the signs of aging from developing in the future, without the need for plastic and reconstructive surgical treatments.
- Brow LiftBrow-Lift. Are you noticing that your eyebrows are sagging? If you want to give them a little lift, consider a brow-lift procedure with Dysport to smooth and tighten the brows, reduce wrinkles and fine lines, and regain a more youthful appearance.
- Eyelid SurgeryLower-Eyelid Surgery: This procedure removes excess skin and wrinkles of the lower eyelid and improves the appearance of the skin under your eyes.
- LiposuctionDr. Peterson performs a type of liposuction known as tumescent liposuction to help patients who are near their ideal weight sculpt away stubborn fat that is resistant to diet and exercise.
- Breast AugmentationHave you been dreaming about how amazing you would look and feel after a breast augmentation or tummy tuck but just don’t think you can afford it? We can help make our services available for almost any budget with several options for financing including our own in-house plan that anyone and everyone qualifies for!
- Breast ReductionBreast reduction surgery removes excess breast fat, gland tissue and skin to achieve a breast size in proportion to your body. In general, this surgery will not only correct the functional symptoms associated with large breasts, but also result in better proportioned breasts, thus enhancing a woman’s body image and self-confidence.
- Breast LiftA breast lift can correct sagging or correct dissatisfaction with breast shape by removing sagging tissue and repositioning the nipple. Read more.
- RhinoplastyAs a dual board-certified otolaryngologist (ear, nose and throat specialist) and plastic surgeon, Dr. Peterson is very experienced in performing rhinoplasty surgery.
- Plastic SurgeryDr. Peterson’s training in plastic surgery includes extensive experience in the treatment of burns. Currently he limits his practice to the treatment of minor burns that are in cosmetically challenging areas.
- Thigh LiftThigh lift surgery is designed to reshape the thighs by surgically removing excess skin and fat, which leaves your thighs smooth, firm and better proportioned to your body.
- Face LiftFaceTite™ is a new sophisticated technology that has revolutionized facial contouring with minimal scars or the extended recovery time. It accomplishes these significant, long-lasting results in a procedure utilizing radio-frequency assisted lipolysis (RFAL) which melts the fat and unparalleled contraction of the dermis and underlying connective tissue. Now, patients have an option to excisional surgery (such as a facelift) which leaves hairline scars and requires a longer downtime. The answer for many patients who would be candidates for treatment of double chin and jowl line with loose skin is the FaceTite system, which provides a safe and minimally invasive procedure.
- BlepharoplastyThe procedure, known as blepharoplasty, can help you both look and feel fantastic and more confident and revive the youthful appearance of your eyes.
- AbdominoplastyA tummy tuck (called an abdominoplasty) can remove excess skin and tissue from the abdomen and tighten the abdominal muscles. This will also eliminate stretch marks from the belly button to the pubis. Read more.
- Nose SurgerySome of the most common reasons people opt for nose surgery are to remove bumps or deformations, change the nose’s size or shape, correct the nose’s angle, and bring harmony and balance to facial features.
- Body LiftDr. Jack Peterson is a dual-board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in body-lift procedures, including the upper arm-lift. Dr. Peterson has helped reshape the bodies of many men and women and improve the appearance of their sagging arms.
- Breast SurgeryIf you’re interested in a breast lift or have questions about breast surgery, read on to learn more, and then contact us today to schedule your consultation!
- OtoplastyBut there’s a solution for prominent ears: ear-pinning surgery. The procedure, also known as otoplasty, can correct large ears or ears that stick out.
- Scar RevisionMany patients come to Dr Peterson for scar revision. Unsightly scars can be a source of insecurity, whether the scar is on a visible part of the body or in a more private area. If you have a scar from an injury or surgery that you want to be revised or minimized, Dr. Peterson offers several techniques after you have waited the appropriate amount of time for the scar to fade on its own. Usually, he will ask that you wait a year or maybe more time before proceeding with scar revision.
- Body ContouringBodyTite™ is a new sophisticated technology that will revolutionize facial and body contouring by achieving surgical results with minimum scar or the extended recovery time. It accomplishes these significant, long-lasting results in a single procedure utilizing radio-frequency assisted lipolysis (RFAL) which melts the fat and unparalleled contraction of the dermis and underlying connective tissue.
- Laser ResurfacingThe CO2 Laser is the most dramatic of all skin resurfacing. The skin is fully ablated, meaning the out-most layer of skin (epidermis) is removed. This procedure will allow you to have new, smoother and younger looking skin and will dramatically improve wrinkles and other surface irregularities of the skin such as acne scars. A CO2 laser resurfacing is considered surgery, and is done in an out-patient hospital setting with general anesthesia. It will take 2-4 weeks to heal and the newly formed skin may be pink and sensitive for many weeks. Absolute sun protection after the procedure is essential.
- GynecomastiaGynecomastia can make many men feel self-conscious about their appearance and negatively impact their self-esteem, day-to-day lives, activities and relationships.
- Cosmetic SurgeryThere are two types of eyelid-lift cosmetic surgery, and what kind of procedure you need depends on your individual situation and other factors.
- DermabrasionNo. Microdermabrasion is not the same as dermabrasion. Dermabrasion is an exfoliation treatment that uses a rotating brush at high speed to brush away dead and damaged skin cells from the upper layers of the skin. Dermabrasion can also give the skin a smoother surface and improve the appearance of skin that has been damaged by acne, accidents or even surgery. Some dermabrasion treatments can be used to remove pre-cancerous growths on the skin.
- Bariatric SurgeryYou have undergone weight-loss surgery or bariatric surgery, or you have experienced massive weight loss and have excess skin on your thighs.
- Chin AugmentationAnd while procedures to treat imperfections in the nose or signs of aging around the eyes are in demand, many people are also seeking surgery to help reshape their chins with chin augmentation using implants.
- Forehead LiftWhen Dr. Peterson performs a forehead lift, it corrects sagging forehead skin, brows that hang low and too close to the eyes and deep vertical furrows between the brows. A forehead lift is a common cosmetic surgery that is usually performed on patients in good health between the ages of forty and sixty-five.
- Skin CancerSkin Cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. More than 500,000 new cases are reported each year and the incidence is rising faster than any other type of cancer. About 80% of skin cancers appear on the face, head or neck where they can be both disfiguring as well as dangerous.
- Acne TreatmentThe Cooltouch II is an in-office facial laser treatment that works from the inside out! Using a patented technology, a cooling mist protects and cools the outer layer of your skin. The laser energy passes through the skin and triggers a natural collagen formation. There is no downtime and patients often choose this laser for facial wrinkles as a step towards improved skin tone and texture. Dr. Peterson will recommend 3 treatments approximately one month apart. The Cooltouch II has also been FDA approved for acne treatment. It effectively targets and shrinks oil glands as well as replenishing collagen to fill in acne scars.
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- EczemaEczema treatment. Eczema is a common skin condition caused by dry skin. Cryotherapy can soothe irritated skin and help restore moisture levels.
- LesionsPsoriasis treatment. Psoriasis is a chronic condition characterized by red, scaly patches on the skin. Cryotherapy has been shown to significantly reduce the appearance of these lesions.
- Chemical PeelsChemical peels are an excellent way to say “out with the old and in with the new” (skin)! These procedures use a chemical solution such as salicylic acid, trichloroacetic acid or glycolic acid to remove the outer layers of skin, revealing a smoother, more even complexion. We offer a range…
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- Skin CareAs part of your follow-up care, Dr. Peterson will give you a personalized skin care protocol to help ensure your results.
- MicrodermabrasionOur DiamondTone ™ Microdermabrasion Treatment is a resurfacing technique for removing the topmost layer of your skin known as the stratum corneum. Microdermabrasion is an excellent option for removing the signs of aging, dull and dead skin cells, and environmental pollutants. The treatment stimulates collagen production to give you smoother, younger-looking skin with an even tone that lasts up to four weeks!
- PsoriasisDecrease redness – Redness can be caused by a number of factors including sunburns, acne breakouts, rosacea, and psoriasis. FROZENC works to cool the skin to -78°C which helps to reduce redness and irritation.
- Burns
- Shoulder Pain