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The body lift is a procedure designed to remove the excess skin around the thighs, hips, buttocks and midsection that is generally left after a massive weight loss. This procedure is common in patients who have undergone bariatric surgery. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shaun Parson can determine whether you’re a good candidate for the body lift and to what extent. The body lift produces dramatic results that will narrow the waist, elevate the buttocks and eliminate...

Brow Lift Cosmetic Surgery During the aging process, it’s normal for many people to experience a flattening and sagging of the eyebrows. Brow lift surgery is a simple procedure designed to restore the area above the eyes, giving it more youthful contours. This is one of the most common procedures in the cosmetic world and has a high rate of leaving patients satisfied. There are many technique options to approaching a brow lift surgery. The incision length...

Liposuction Surgery Procedures in the US It appears as though one of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures in the United States is continuing to increase in its popularity. According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the liposuction trend is rising. The procedure has gone from the fourth most popular to the third most popular in America. Though four out of the top five plastic surgery procedures have experienced a slight decline in number of procedures...

Facelift Surgery in Scottsdale If you’ve opted for a facelift or are considering one in the near future, it’s a good idea to have a basic understanding of what to expect before, during and after the procedure. This blog will touch on a few things to know during the facelift preparation process. As with any surgery, it’s important not to become overwhelmed with worry or anxiety in the days leading up to the procedure. Adapting a positive...

Juvederm and Other Hyaluronic Acid Fillers Our skin tends to change for the worse as we get older. With time, we can expect to see an increase in lines and wrinkles as the natural volume in our face diminishes. Dr. Shaun Parson is a board-certified plastic surgeon who offers a variety of treatments and solutions to help fight the aging process that affects us all. Juvederm injections are a great non-surgical way to restore facial volume...

The Rise of The Selfie and Relation to Plastic Surgery Here is an interesting fact, did you know that there has been a greater than a 10 percent rise in the amount of facial surgery over the past few years and leading researchers think the main reason is due to the selfie. Wikipedia defines a selfie as a type of self-portrait photograph, typically taken with a hand-held camera phone. Selfies are often associated with social networking, like...

Breast Revision Surgery A breast augmentation is the most popular surgical procedure available today. Unfortunately, there are some circumstances where the initial procedure is not what the patient wanted. A breast revision is a procedure that can give the patient the look they originally wanted. Even when a patient receives the look they wanted, it’s important to understand that implants may not be permanent. Over time, you may need to remove or replace your implants. During a...

Dermabrasion Getting older is an inevitable part of life. With age comes many benefits, like experience and wisdom. On the other hand, the obvious signs of our age can be seen on our face in the form of sagging skin and wrinkles. These changes typically show up when we’re in our 30s and 40s. One way to combat the aging process is with dermabrasion techniques by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shaun Parson. A dermabrasion procedure targets wrinkles...

Injectable Filler ArteFill If you are interested in defying the aging process without a scalpel — and without breaking the bank — it’s time to start thinking about the numerous options for injectable fillers. Injectable fillers like ArteFill provide long-lasting protection from wrinkles. ArteFill is different from most injectable wrinkle-fillers, because it incorporates unique microspheres that are not absorbed into the body. The microspheres provide support under the skin, which helps to volumize and reduce folds and...

Scottsdale Facelift Surgery There are a numbers of contributing factors that add to the aging process. On the face, excess skin leads to sagging and wrinkles. To reverse these changes and achieve a long-lasting result, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shaun Parson offers a multi-layer facelift procedure that will elevate and reshape both the skin and the underlying tissue. In order to perform the facelift procedure, Dr. Parson makes an incision that follows the hairline down to the...