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As a board certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon who has performed a variety of breast surgeries, Dr. Shaun Parson often consults with patients who are unsure of which procedure they need. Two of the most commonly confused procedures are breast augmentation and breast lift surgery. Scottsdale Breast Augmentation vs Breast Lift Breast augmentation surgery addresses the shape, size, and volume of the breasts, but does not correct drooping. Breast lift surgery is specifically designed to reposition breasts...

Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery and Skin Center is proud to launch the next generation of our website August 2016. Enjoy the ease of navigation, viewing on your mobile phones and tablets, and hundreds of before and after photos. You'll hopefully find interesting and helpful information as you determine if we are the right plastic surgery center for your needs. We'd love to hear from you - please tell us what you think! Here are...

If you are tired of the way excess skin hangs and sags around your midsection, then you may be an ideal candidate for an effective body-sculpting procedure by Dr. Shaun Parson. Exercise and diet aren’t always enough to create the body you’ve always wanted. For that, you should to look into an abdominoplasty. What Is The Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) Procedure The abdominoplasty, or tummy tuck, is a versatile surgical procedure performed with anesthesia to ensure the patient...

With the list of dermal fillers growing each year, it can become quite confusing to find out which particular product is right for you. Understanding the details about some of these injectable treatments, like Juvederm, is a great way to get started. Juvederm is one of many hyaluronic-acid dermal fillers on the market today. This particular injectable has been known to be effective for six to nine months per treatment and can sometimes last even longer. It...

Plastic surgery offers a variety of successful procedures for those in need. With advanced techniques, precise planning, and the right surgeon, a person’s aesthetic hopes can become a reality. But as with any surgical procedure, it is important to know the facts and risks involved. Plastic surgery, also known as cosmetic surgery, is a personal choice. It is important to remember that everyone’s body shape is unique, and beauty is not considered to be one specific...

It’s an incredible achievement to lose large amounts of weight, but for many, it may come with an unpleasant surprise. Many patients find that they are left with large amounts of excess skin. Sagging skin has a difficult time returning to its natural shape and size and typically does not respond to dieting and exercise. A body lift is a cosmetic surgery available for those who would like to reduce this excess skin effectively and...

An imbalance in thе facial area оftеn results in aesthetic issues. Thе chin iѕ оnе area thаt many people feel self-conscious about due to issues with proportion. Thiѕ iѕ mоѕt оftеn genetically determined, but it can аlѕо bе оut оf proportion аѕ a result оf аn injury tо thе face оr jaw. If a person’s chin appears tоо large оr tоо small, plastic surgery саn bring it into better proportion with the rest of the face....

The abdominal area can be one of the most challenging areas of the body to keep taut and firm. Aging, pregnancy and significant weight loss can all contribute to the appearance of a sagging stomach. However, with a tummy tuck, there is a solution. The tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a procedure where excess skin is trimmed and loose muscles are surgically tightened in order to create a smooth, flat, tight stomach. The abdominoplasty...

Weight loss is a huge step forward in a person’s life. In today’s stressful, fast-paced world, it can be more than difficult to maintain a healthy weight. When we take the necessary steps to reach our weight-loss goal, the health benefits gained are almost too numerous to count. Unfortunately, one unhealthy condition that can result from losing weight is an excess of loose skin tissue, which may droop from the body. Body-contouring surgery is different for each...

One of the rising stars in the breast augmentation world is cohesive gel implants. These are form-stable implants made of silicone that offer several benefits, including a more natural-looking shape and feel. An FDA study of the innovative devices known as cohesive gel implants showed the success of the product. Those who have had previous breast implants say that “they can’t feel the high-strength gel implants underneath the skin, but that they could always feel saline...