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A substance known as botulinum toxin is made from a neurotoxin produced by bacteria known as Clostridium botulinum. Yes, a lot of giant words used to describe that “magic potion” we commonly refer to as Botox. It is most often used to treat muscular conditions and is also routinely used to remove wrinkles by weakening muscles temporarily. Most people are familiar with the brand known as Botox, but there are other brands that can be...

Dr. Parson is proud to be one of the few Scottsdale medical day spa offices with top leading Nurses and Aestheticians as providers in his practice treating his patients. We put a lot of trust in products and professionals to help us do all we can to fight the signs of aging. We all want to hold on to that youthful look and turn back the clock. Experience, Knowledge and Understanding science between skin, treatments...

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...

There is still time to get that boost of facial rejuvenation in before the New Year arrives. Injectable dermal fillers are quick and convenient procedures that can take years off of your appearance by minimizing the signs of aging. Injectable fillers such as Juvederm, Radiesse, Perlane and Restylane are popular choices for providing a noticeable reduction in wrinkles without invasive surgery. Popular injectable dermal fillers are often made of hyaluronic acid. Juvederm and Radiesse, for example, are...

Our skin tells the world a lot about us. As the largest organ of our entire body, it holds much of our past in its imperfections. That gives us character, but it can also create insecurity. Microdermabrasion is a minimally invasive procedure that works to smooth out and resurface the top layer of skin. How Microdermabrasion Works Less aggressive than regular dermabrasion, microdermabrasion uses a minimally abrasive instrument to gently sand and buff the skin, removing the...

Tanning beds have been notoriously linked to skin damage over the years. However, this does not make sunbathing any more dangerous with Botox injections, unless you are tanning immediately afterwards. We recommend not lying down for four hours after Botox injections so as to decrease the risk of the product traveling to areas it should not go. Dilation of blood vessels from the excess heat can also cause this premature migration. The reason wrinkles develop to begin...

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...

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...

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...

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....