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After 21 years in practice, I had pretty much thought I had seen it all. However, if you think the title of this article is tongue in cheek, sadly it’s not. I am all for... Read the full post
Have you heard? The FDA recently approved a new, longer-lasting filler for laugh lines, parentheses, and other moderate to severe facial wrinkles: Juvéderm Vollure® XC. While I am not one to jump on the bandwagon... Read the full post
Many women would like their lips to look better, less wrinkled, and more attractive. Some want and could benefit from more volume, but have you ever wondered why some women seem to think their lips... Read the full post
Saline or silicone? What size fits my body best? Round or teardrop-shaped? If you are considering breast augmentation, you likely have many questions and may even have heard that one type of implant or another... Read the full post
“Why should I lose weight before a mommy makeover if the procedure is supposed to give me a better body?” This is a common question I hear from patients who would like to restore a... Read the full post
We have all seen advertisements and infomercials about anti-aging “miracles in a jar” or the “magical” laser that erases ten years of aging in one treatment with no downtime. I know I sound like a... Read the full post
Because facial fillers are a quick, non-surgical way for a patient to reduce facial wrinkles and restore volume, many patients think performing them must be simple. Nothing could be further from the truth. As this... Read the full post
Considering having aesthetic plastic surgery? You probably know to choose a plastic surgeon with the appropriate training, experience, and board certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery to perform your procedure. But did you... Read the full post
It’s official! My Scottsdale staff and I have moved into my new office above the brand new Scottsdale McCormick Ranch Surgicenter. This state-of-the-art, woman-centered surgery center is the first of its kind in Scottsdale; I... Read the full post
It is rare to meet a woman that does not wish she had her pre-childbearing body back. We all love our kids, but the impact a pregnancy or especially multiple pregnancies has on our bodies... Read the full post
The skincare industry is huge. Hundreds of products line drugstore and department store shelves, each promising to deliver more youthful, radiant skin. It can be difficult to know what you really need to keep your... Read the full post
Do you wake up each morning to find your face marked with lines and creases from your pillow and wonder if the way you sleep is affecting your appearance? If so, you’re not the only... Read the full post
An increasing number of plastic surgeons and patients are turning to fat grafting as a way to treat facial aging or enhance the breasts or buttocks. More than 84,000 such procedures were performed in 2015,... Read the full post
Every spring, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) releases statistics indicating current trends in cosmetic medicine. I am always interested to see what the numbers have to say. From the 2015 plastic surgery... Read the full post
There is one major change that has occurred in aesthetic plastic surgery during my career that I hear about every day in my offices. People do not want downtime. We have become a very fast-paced... Read the full post
One of the most commonly repeated tenets of plastic surgery is that you should do it for yourself, not to please anyone else. This leads many patients to wonder whether or not it is okay... Read the full post
For those hoping to improve the appearance of wrinkles or restore volume lost to the natural facial aging process, hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are often recommended. In fact, in my practice, I solely offer fillers... Read the full post
I recently returned from the yearly American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery meeting. I was very interested in hearing what the world’s experts had to say about their experience with textured shaped implants, commonly referred... Read the full post
The popularity of plastic surgery is increasing every year, and it is more important than ever that the public knows how to find safe, experienced surgeons. As a board certified plastic surgeon dedicated to providing... Read the full post
Spring in Scottsdale is rapidly approaching; before long we will be slipping into swimsuits and shorts. If you have been eating well and exercising all winter long but are still not quite happy with what... Read the full post
Breast augmentation is almost always ranked the number one most commonly performed cosmetic surgery in the US each year. In most recent years, over 300,000 procedures have been completed. Given that, it is surprising that... Read the full post
Sun damaged skin is a common problem in Arizona. And with sun damage comes excessive pigmentation and blotchy skin color. In the past, trying to improve unsightly skin pigmentation has proven frustrating, as over-the-counter products... Read the full post
Being different isn’t always a bad thing, particularly when it comes to providing cosmetic treatments. I know it is very popular these days for physicians to employ “physician extenders” or “nurse injectors” to treat their... Read the full post
We all spend a lot of time trying to rid our bodies of unwanted fat, so it may seem odd that adding fat to your skin is a benefit, but it is. As we age,... Read the full post
“Do I need peels, surgery, laser, Botox, skin care, or filler?” That has to be one of the most common questions posed in my offices. The truth of the matter is, the correct answer is... Read the full post
I am pleased to announce the development of my new, state-of-the-art surgical center: Scottsdale McCormick Ranch Surgicenter. This center is being designed to provide an intimate and private setting for women and their families to... Read the full post
Repeat after me: I cannot tighten loose tummy skin or lift my breasts with diet or exercise. While we all might say this is obvious, it is amazing how many women come to me near... Read the full post
Millions of women around the world have experienced the benefits of breast augmentation surgery. While every patient’s natural anatomy, unique concerns, and desired results play a large part in choosing the perfect breast implant, a... Read the full post
Rhinoplasty, commonly referred to as a “nose job” was the fifth most common cosmetic procedure performed in the US in 2014. Close to 150,000 people chose to have the appearance of their noses altered with... Read the full post
It is rare for a patient to come in for a consultation without asking, “how long will my recovery take?” You may be surprised to learn there are two different answers to this question for... Read the full post
Another year has passed, and I have once again been selected as one of Phoenix Magazine’s 2015 Top Docs in Plastic Surgery. It is a privilege to provide my patients with top-level surgical care, and... Read the full post
Breast augmentation remains one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed, with over three hundred thousand women having the procedure again last year. With popularity comes a lot of information on the internet. Unfortunately, I... Read the full post
Whether a patient loses weight through diet and exercise or via bariatric surgery, a secondary problem typically develops: loose skin. I have seen many patients frustrated by the fact that their skin is not conforming... Read the full post
Choosing plastic surgery could change your life for the better, but you’ll need to do your part to make sure your procedure is a success. Here are a few essential rules I tell my patients... Read the full post
Have you considered facial rejuvenation treatments but worry that the results won’t look natural? If you are having a hard time pinpointing exactly what treatment you should choose to look younger, healthier, or better refreshed,... Read the full post
I hear this comment frequently in my office. Patients are bothered when their neck skin forsakes them and starts heading toward their chest. Most patients want the most effective way to tighten their neck skin,... Read the full post
Having a large family may be the culmination of years spent dreaming and planning, but it doesn’t come without sacrifice. Giving birth to just one child takes a toll on a woman’s figure, and with... Read the full post
Many men struggle with body issues related to weight loss or gain, age, and genetics. Women concerned with the same issues have long known to consult with a plastic surgeon for help; we’re glad to... Read the full post
Traveling away from home to receive plastic surgery, also known as “medical tourism,” is becoming a popular choice for patients looking for a specific procedure, qualified surgeon, or additional privacy. For patients traveling to or... Read the full post
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular aesthetic plastic surgeries performed. I have personally performed over three thousand implant based breast surgeries in my career. Many women considering the procedure are concerned about needing... Read the full post
Each patient I consult with regarding breast augmentation has a hurdle or two they must overcome to allow them to undergo the procedure and obtain the results they desire. For some, it’s the post-operative recovery... Read the full post
BOTOX has become a household name and is one of the most popular nonsurgical treatments for smoothing out forehead movement lines, crow’s feet, and smile lines. It’s also become the subject of countless debates surrounding... Read the full post
I would venture to guess that only a small minority of people I know would make that statement. Most of us have a few areas on our bodies that in spite of a balanced diet... Read the full post
Did you know that breast lifts have increased in popularity more than any other cosmetic breast surgery? The number of breast lift procedures performed in the U.S. has increased by a striking 70% since 2000,... Read the full post
We were all taught to tell the truth, right? Well, it is never more important than when you are meeting with your anesthesiologist before surgery. As a board certified plastic surgeon, I am dedicated to... Read the full post
We are lucky to live in an area where living a healthy lifestyle is typical, and local resources to support that choice are abundant. The robust health conferred by healthy habits has benefits beyond improving... Read the full post
If you are past the point of desiring or being capable of another pregnancy, it is more than a little annoying to continue looking pregnant. For some who have never been pregnant, genetics alone can... Read the full post
I am honored to have been voted one of Phoenix Magazine‘s 2014 Top Docs in Plastic Surgery. Award recipients are chosen based on a randomized, anonymous peer-review process. Each year 5,000 doctors in the greater... Read the full post
Although plastic surgery has become commonplace, misconceptions persist about cosmetic procedures and the motivation behind having them. I would like to address several such topics that continue to crop up in the media or on... Read the full post
A recent study reported in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, evaluated which criteria were most important when patients were searching for a plastic surgeon. Not surprisingly,... Read the full post