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The hot new Juvederm product on the market, Voluma injections, is the preferred dermal filler for many plastic surgeons when it comes to facial volume. It is an effective option for those looking for a more subtle facial lift without the cost or downtime of surgery. As we get older, our skin begins to lose vibrancy and firmness. With Voluma injections, the molecules that make up the filler are wound together. This creates a pillar of...

Recovery is often an undervalued phase of the plastic surgery process, despite the direct influence the patient has over it. Following Dr. Shaun Parson’s instructions will help ensure a quick and efficient breast surgery recovery. While making preparations for your new breast implants, it’s important to arrange for a reliable driver to take you home to start your breast surgery recovery and to help out with day-to-day activities for at least a few days. This is...

Are you worried about the lines and other obvious signs of aging on your face but do not want to deal with surgery? If so, there is a hyaluronic acid treatment called Restylane that reduces wrinkles without the need for any invasive surgery. Restylane is a dermal injection that is specifically designed to treat moderate to severe wrinkles between the nose and the mouth. It is also FDA approved to be used as filler for lip...

The breast augmentation healing portion of the surgery can seem a bit overwhelming. However, it’s important to understand that Dr. Shaun Parson will sit with you and guide you through every step of the process from beginning to end. The patient’s trust and safety is always at the forefront of every procedure. Depending on your individual needs, your plastic surgeon will usually prefer to check your progress every couple of weeks following surgery. It is normal...

Once your liposuction procedure is over, the recovery phase begins. This part of the surgery process is known as lipoplasty healing. A compression garment is used to cover the treatment areas. These elastic bandages help to control swelling and compress the skin to your newly shaped body. Small temporary drainage tubes may also be inserted into existing incisions to allow excess blood or fluid to escape rather than collect. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shaun Parson will be...

A brow lift is a surgical facial procedure offered by board certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Shaun Parson at an accredited surgery center in Scottsdale, Arizona. Using a combination of technique options to further customize the experience for each patient, the brow lift can correct issues related to sagging skin around the brow and forehead region as well as transverse creases or other wrinkling around the area. A brow lift is something can dramatically improve one’s...

What Are Spider Veins? Spider veins, also referred to as varicose veins, can be painful as well as cause serious insecurities regarding one’s appearance. This common occurrence tends to be most prevalent on the back of the legs and around the sides of the thighs. Though varicose veins and spider veins are often synonymous with each other, there are some differences worth noting. Spider veins are the smaller version of red, purple or blue veins that...

Patients seeking a facelift procedure designed to rejuvenate and restore a youthful look should consider the skill and expertise of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shaun Parson. In addition to years of experience with the procedure, Dr. Parson uses the state-of-the art TouchMD system, a software resource that gives patients access to information they’ll need during their experience. Correcting loose skin around your face Facial changes are bound to occur with age. This can lead to a worn-down...

Botox Cosmetic Treatments Many people are familiar with Botox, the popular injectable used to prevent. Here is a question some patients are curious about: What is a good age to start Botox? Though there is no set age that works best for everyone, a general rule is that it is rarely too early to start Botox. To begin with, there are no negative consequences to taking Botox early. It’s not something the body eventually grows immunity to....

Restylane Injections by Dr. Parson Seeing wrinkles develop on one’s face can be a traumatic experience. So too can the gradual hollowing out beneath our cheek bones that comes with aging. Dermal fillers such as Restylane injections are cosmetic products that are injected into the skin to reduce signs of aging. There are many different types of injections, and each comes with its own set of characteristics. Restylane injections are commonly used for softening wrinkle lines around...