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If you are a woman, you probably have at some point in your life, wished to be supremely beautiful with voluptuous lips like many of the renowned Hollywood actresses and other female celebrities? Right? Wrong! Well, they were somewhat nice… Read More

A question that I’m asked by virtually every patient of mine seeking a face lift is: “How long will my face lift last?” When you analyze the words closely, the answer would really depend on what one means by “last”… Read More

Some “ugliness” just can’t be suppressed by plastic surgery Yes, plastic surgery when done well can result in some pretty nice outcomes. In fact, some truly remarkable results, bordering on minor miracles, can be obtained in both the cosmetic and… Read More

Breast revision surgery following a breast augmentation can be considered to be an expected eventuality if given a long enough time. The reason for this is that breast implants, whether silicone or saline, are not permanent in nature – at… Read More

Women’s breasts are usually associated with beauty, femininity, warmth and nurturing. Millions of women have undergone breast augmentation surgery in order to feel more attractive and sexy with larger breasts. A majority of men can be positively affected by the… Read More

Liposuction is a contouring procedure that can be used to sculpt virtually any area of the body where there is an excessive amount of fat. Areas that are commonly treated include the abdomen, flanks, hips, thighs, back, knees and the… Read More

Keloids of the earlobes are not only deforming and unsightly (see Keloids of the Earlobe and Ear ) but they also can be uncomfortable and obtrusive. Added to this potpourri of issues is that for some people, they can be… Read More

A breast lift (mastopexy) can be considered when the breast tissue droops or hangs lower than normal as a result of the loss of elasticity and structural support over time. Many factors can lead to this situation including aging, weight… Read More

Scars are the result of the body’s healing process following penetrating injuries through the skin. These can be the consequences of trauma, such as of a dog bite or a car accident, or from an elective surgical procedure such as… Read More

Though women primarily seek out breast reduction surgery, also known as a reduction mammoplasty, in order to help alleviate uncomfortable symptoms associated with their markedly enlarged, heavy and usually droopy breasts, the procedure also has aesthetic benefits. By skillfully lifting,… Read More

As I indicated in a previous post on inverted nipples, they are not just a minor cosmetic issue for most women. This anatomic variation can be quite traumatic on a girl’s or woman’s psyche, resulting in feelings of insecurity, inadequacy,… Read More

At the Arizona Center for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, we are now offering you an additional treatment option to the very popular and effective Juvederm^® and Restylane^® for the correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds: Belotero Balance^®. This… Read More

It came as a complete surprise to me when I recently learned that very few plastic surgeons in the Scottsdale and Phoenix metropolitan area personally administer Botox^® or dermal fillers like Juvederm^®, Restylane^® or Radiesse^® to their patients needing them…. Read More

There have been numerous major innovations in breast reconstruction over the last quarter century that have paved the way for dramatic improvements in the final results. Starting with tissue expanders that are designed to stretch out the chest wall tissues… Read More

Two questions that I’m frequently asked by my patients regarding liposuction are whether or not the results last a long time and if the fat grows back over time or if it is redistributed to other external areas. A scientific… Read More

Although the vast majority of cosmetic plastic surgery procedures performed are for women, they do not have exclusivity to this field. Yes, men do seek to enhance their appearance as well though not anywhere near as often as women. In… Read More

Rejoice! You can drink your coffee and feel that you did something healthful for yourself. Well, sort of… There is more good news regarding the consumption of coffee. It goes above and beyond getting us going in the morning, helping… Read More

Many teenage girls with small breasts wish that their breasts were a whole lot larger and dream of having a breast augmentation. They clearly see the positive attention directed towards women flaunting their sizable and voluptuous cleavage and wish that… Read More

It is no surprise that women who undergo a breast augmentation are generally quite ecstatic with their outcome. This is often evident in the way they act and dress, from their body language and even in their attitudes. As a… Read More

Scottsdale, AZ – According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, breast augmentation was the second most popular surgical procedure in 2011. Of the 316,848 total implant surgeries, the statistics show only 31% used saline implants while 69% used… Read More