Are you a better candidate for a “full” facelift or a mini facelift? Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center offers both, and during your consultation with Scottsdale’s “Top Doc” (as voted by his fellow cosmetic surgeons) you’ll learn more about which approach is right for you. There was a time when facelifts were performed with a “go big or go home” mentality, and sometimes patients were encouraged to wait years to get the...
Have you been thinking about a cosmetic surgery such as a breast augmentation or facelift? Enjoy a consultation with “Top Doc” in Scottsdale Dr. Shaun Parson from the comfort of your own home. Now is the perfect time to plan ahead for a brighter future where you look and feel your best. We’re staying stronger apart right now, but as soon as self-isolation is over the celebrations can begin—and we’ll be here to make those...
It's a fact - cosmetic procedures have become mainstream, and the five standouts as the most popular are: breast augmentation, liposuction, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and facelifts. Social media, with its filters and skin smoothing apps have, undoubtedly, played a role in feeding the frenzy with the pressure to be “all that” mounting. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons tells us that just last year there were almost 1.8 million cosmetic surgeries performed. And most of the...
Of course, the facelift can have variations. However, they all have commonality in that they all address the nasolabial folds as well as the jowls and loss of definition in the jaw area. Additionally, changes in the neck, such as folds and deep wrinkles are taken care of. The surgeon will remove excess fat, correct abnormalities in the muscle and get rid of excess fat. The overall result of a facelift is reversing the changes associated...
The typical telltale signs of aging are easily remedied with a little Botox and dermal fillers. The signs of aging come on gradually and reveal themselves over time, but suddenly, they all seem to converge. Thankfully there are ways to help reverse, or at least improve them to some extent. Repairing Skin - sun damage, redness and sun spots Chemical peels - The use of a chemical solution to remove the damaged layer of skin, improving color and...
Facelifts are gaining popularity once again, and for good reason. Facelifts have outstanding results and can last much, much longer that the liquid facelifts done with Botox and fillers. Of course, many women have a multitude of questions they want answered before making the commitment to move forward with a facelift. Here are just a few possible Facelift questions you may have: 1. Should I drop some weight prior to my facelift? Honestly, if we are talking about a...
Recovery from a facelift surgery takes many forms. There is the physical recovery, the social recovery, and the recovery of sensation. For many, because it is your face, the social aspect can sometimes be the hardest part of the recovery process. Your recovery from a facelift largely depends on the plastic surgeon that you select and his or her protocol for recovery. The plastic surgeon with experience and expertise will have long-lasting results and have the...
There are quite a few factors that contribute to the amount of scarring you will have following a facelift. Scarring can vary from patient to patient because of skin type, the characteristics the patient has regarding wound healing, and the type of facelift you are undergoing and the skill of the surgeon you have chosen. Surgeons, of course, can have a major influence over your scarring potential, but absolutely no control over your skin type biology...
Of all concerns about facelift surgery, the concern of looking abnormal following the procedure and about how long it will take to look normal again are often the biggest. Of course, as with every surgery, appearance problems are primarily due to bruising, swelling, puckering and stretching of the skin. Those surgeons, including Dr. Shaun Parson, will do everything they can to speed recovery and educate their patients on their own part in the recovery process....
Skin quality and genetics are two important variables in the longevity of a facelift. However, the technique and skill of the surgeon are also important factors affecting how long your facelift will endure. You can typically expect your facelift to last, in the best scenario, over 10 years. But people, who have an amazing first facelift, rarely need to come in for a second procedure or touch-up. Factors That Impact Facelifts There are many factors that may...