Yearly Archives: 2019

A woman looking up lifts her eyelids with her hands and wonders if nonsurgical eyelid treatments actually work.

Nonsurgical Options to Eyelid Surgery: Do They Work?

In my role as a plastic surgeon and an advocate for my patients, I'm committed to recommending the least invasive, longest-lasting treatment solution that effectively addresses an individual's aesthetic concerns. With that in mind, when someone considering blepharoplasty at my Phoenix-area practice asks if a nonsurgical option is possible, my answer depends on the specific …

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Social vs. Physical Downtime After a Facelift

Patients often plan to get a facelift in the Phoenix area when a big social event, such as a son or daughter's wedding or a class reunion, is coming up. We always advise patients to plan ahead because social recovery can last longer than the physical recovery timeline. Social recovery is the time needed to …

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Is Combining Facial Surgical Procedures a Good Idea?

Think of facial rejuvenation as a home remodel. Installing granite countertops or custom wood cabinets can make the appliances look dated. Until they're replaced, you probably won't be completely satisfied with the overall results. For example, a patient thinking about eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) at my Scottsdale, AZ, practice can also benefit from a brow lift …

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5 Reasons to Get a Facelift Instead of Fillers

One of the most significant developments in the aesthetics field I've seen during my career is the increased effectiveness of nonsurgical facial treatments such as dermal fillers and BOTOX® Cosmetic injections. These procedures provide patients concerned about facial aging with excellent alternatives to facelift surgery at our Scottsdale practice, but there does come a time …

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How to Prepare Yourself for Plastic Surgery

As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Scottsdale, part of my job is helping patients know what to expect before, during, and after their plastic surgery procedure. Whether you are having plastic surgery on the face, breasts, or body (or several areas), there are a few things you can do to help ensure everything …