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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...

Sculptra and Injectable Fillers “I’ve heard people talking about Sculptra but I’m not sure what its used for when it comes to improving someone’s appearance, is it like other injectable fillers?” How Sculptra is different This is a question that I hear all too often. I have been very happy with Sculptra in my patients. Sculptra is similar but also very different from a lot of the other injectable fillers. Sculptra is a facial injectable treatment regimen of...

Dermal Fillers and Juvederm Dermal fillers were the second most popular non-surgical procedure in 2014. Juvederm injections are fairly new hyaluronic acid dermal fillers manufactured and marketed by Allergan. As with any new procedure, it’s important to have an expert consultation to ensure the client is in good hands. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shaun Parson performs a wide range of procedures and has the experience needed to help you make the right cosmetic choices. Juvederm injections are...

Body Surgery and Butt Lift Recovery A perky backside may only exist in your memories and photos, but with the help of plastic surgery, you can rediscover that youthful appeal. The procedure that makes this possible is a butt augmentation. Like most invasive surgical procedures, some recovery time will be necessary following the operation. Dr. Shaun Parson will guide you step-by-step through the entire butt implant recovery process. While the buttocks heals, it’s necessary to be cautious...

Mastopexy Breast Surgery Over time, the shape of women’s breasts will diminish due to the effects of gravity, child rearing and other factors. Generally, what happens is the skin loses elasticity, which results in sagging and other alterations of the breasts, such as wrinkles and lines. A mastopexy, better known as a breast lift, is a surgical procedure that reshapes this pivotal body feature for a lifted, younger appearance. The mastopexy is tailored to meet the needs...

Breast Lift or Breast Augmentation Sagging breasts are an ongoing concern among women. Unfortunately, this problem becomes worse with age and childbearing. To correct this issue, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shaun Parson offers breast lift surgery. Breast lift surgery can be completed using any number of techniques, but the most common incision pattern is the vertical, or anchor, incision. This technique involves a circular incision around the areola, another incision extending down from this to meet the...

Minimally Invasive Botox Cosmetic Procedure Botox Cosmetic is the most popular minimally invasive cosmetic procedure performed in the United States. This injection utilizes the botulinum toxin, a naturally occurring substance servicing both aesthetic and medical functions. Botox blocks nerve impulses in various facial muscles. This limits the muscles’ movement to lessen wrinkles. Weathering of the face develops along the mouth, eyes, forehead and neck as a result of the aging process. Smiling, squinting, and frowning exasperate this...

When Rhinoplasty is Right for You When a potential patient comes into our Scottsdale office to discuss rhinoplasty surgery, they rarely have a complete understanding of their nasal issues. Symptoms such as trouble breathing through the nasal passages, for example, could be caused by a multitude of factors. The patient may be dealing with a nasal valve collapse, a narrowing of the internal or external nasal valves. During corrective rhinoplasty, your plastic surgeon will make incisions as...

About Eyelid Surgery Recovery After Dr. Shaun Parson has completed surgery on your eyelids, your face will need a little bit of time to heal before you can fully appreciate your rejuvenated appearance. This often under appreciated part of the process can be referred to as eyelid lift recovery. Following your eyelid lift, it’s normal to experience some bruising and swelling. The majority of the bruising and swelling will dissipate within a few days. Your eyelids may...