Author Archives: Dr. Josh Olson

3 Quick-Recovery Treatments for Busy Moms

You probably already know how helpful cosmetic treatments can be in toning your body or refreshing your face. But if you’re like many of the men and women I treat, you might be worried about the recovery time required for more complex procedures. As a plastic surgeon serving the Gilbert, Mesa, and Chandler, AZ, areas, …

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Tips for a Smoother Mommy Makeover Recovery

A mommy makeover combines multiple procedures to restore a woman's figure after having children. It can include a tummy tuck, breast lift, or other surgeries to make moms feel more confident and attractive. But because many treatments are performed silmutaneously, recovery takes longer. Many women require a few weeks to heal, and when you’re excited to …

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Treat Yourself with Gummy Bear Implants

I see many breast augmentation patients at my Gilbert, AZ, area practice, so I understand all the choices women have to make before surgery.  There are multiple issues to consider when choosing breast implants. And if you feel overwhelmed when looking at your options, you’re definitely not alone. While all implant styles and materials have …

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Is “C-Tuck” a Thing?

Loose, hanging belly skin is a common problem after childbirth. Because of this, many moms ask for a tummy tuck in my Chandler-Mesa, AZ, practice. Tummy tucks are excellent surgeries for removing stretched, damaged skin and toning up the midsection. But, as with many popular treatments, rumors of a new, specialized procedure have popped up. …

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Is There A Right Season for Breast Augmentation?

Breast augmentation remains the most popular cosmetic surgery in America, and for good reason. Implants are an excellent way for women to add feminine curves and feel more confident in their bodies. One of the best parts of augmentation is being able to wear bikinis or tops that complement your new figure. And thanks to …

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Why Plastic Surgery Tourism Is a Dangerous Idea

Every few months, another news story comes out about someone being hospitalized due to the complications of an international plastic surgery procedure. As a plastic surgeon serving the Chandler, AZ, area, I hear far too many stories about patients who have traveled abroad to save money on surgery and ended up paying a far greater …

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Uneven Breasts Are Common and Can Be Corrected

Symmetry is often thought to be the pinnacle of attractiveness. Research shows that facial symmetry is the hallmark of what people consider beautiful. It's no different for breasts, but the fact is that very few women have perfectly even breasts. The difference in size is minimal in most cases, but some women are self-conscious about …

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Shapewear or Surgery? When to Choose Liposuction Over Spanx®

  It might have been while trying to slip into that little black dress. Or maybe when pulling on those jeans that used to fit just right. At some point, many of us realize that we might need a little help smoothing out those minor bulges and rolls. Wearing Spanx or other similar shapewear products is an option, …

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Informed Browsing: Know How to Look at Before & After Photos

People looking into plastic surgery often spend a lot of time browsing before-and-after photos when they're researching plastic surgeons to perform their procedure. That's smart, and it's something I encourage all of my patients to do. For example, if you're thinking about getting a tummy tuck in the Scottsdale area, it's extremely helpful to look at photos that …

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Researching Breast Implants Before Your Consultation (Updated 2024)

Research is important before any major purchase, including plastic surgery. Potential breast augmentation patients frequently tell me that with so many breast implant options to choose from, research quickly crosses the line from "helpful" to "overwhelming." This foray down the rabbit hole of research often leads patients to ask, "What do I really need to …

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