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The Mommy Makeover Isn’t Just for Moms

Despite having the word “mommy” in the name, the mommy makeover isn’t just for mothers. This procedure can benefit Scottsdale-area patients from all walks of life. By combining several body contouring procedures into a single surgery, a mommy makeover works well for any person who has experienced dramatic body changes. No matter if you’re young …

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4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Breast Augmentation

As is the case with any plastic surgery procedure, the decision to get a breast augmentation isn’t one to take lightly. When women visit my practice for breast augmentation from the Scottsdale and Chandler areas, it’s essential they carefully consider their choice and are confident about taking their next steps. This certainty sets the stage …

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What to Expect from Your First CoolSculpting® Session

CoolSculpting® is a popular option among our Scottsdale-area patients who are interested in body contouring. It’s a great nonsurgical treatment for sculpting the body and removing unwanted fat. Unfortunately, some new patients may be nervous because they don’t know what to expect from the treatment. But don’t worry–there’s nothing to fear from this FDA-approved procedure. …

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Your Ultimate Tummy Tuck Recovery Guide

A tummy tuck at my Scottsdale-area plastic surgery practice can make a dramatic improvement in the appearance of your abdomen, but it does require a bit of recovery time. With the right preparation, however, most people find healing from a tummy tuck to be manageable and well worth the long-lasting results. The key is knowing …

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Breast Augmentation Revision Is Nothing to Be Afraid Of

Breast implants are not designed to last forever. While today’s implants endure much longer than those from years past, breast augmentation revision can still be expected after 8 to 10 years. I have good news for those who received implants around a decade ago: there’s no reason to fear this natural part of the surgery …

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Diastasis Recti Repair: Can a Tummy Tuck Solve It? (Updated 2024)

Major life events, such as pregnancy or significant weight loss, can leave a mark on your body in the form of diastasis recti. Many nonsurgical methods claim to repair the abs and tone up a bulging midsection, but diastasis repair during tummy tuck surgery is one of the few permanent, noticeable solutions. What Is Diastasis …

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Swimming, Flying, Sleeping After Surgery: All Your Breast Augmentation Questions Answered

After your breast augmentation, you might be wondering when you can return to various everyday activities. I receive many questions about travel, exercise, and sleeping after breast augmentation from my Scottsdale-area patients. In order to create the best possible results, you need to take care of your body after surgery. Giving yourself proper time to …

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Breast Augmentation vs Breast Lift? Or Both?

For women who know they want their breasts to look better but aren’t sure where to start, the choice between breast lift and breast augmentation procedures at our practice near Scottsdale, AZ, can be a confusing one. While both options are popular for their breast-enhancing abilities, each is designed to treat a slightly different set …

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FAQ: Your BOTOX® & Filler Questions Answered (Updated 2024)

When my staff or I meet with men and women considering BOTOX or dermal fillers at our Gilbert, AZ, practice, we make it our priority to answer any and all questions they may have about their treatment. Over time, we’ve noticed a few questions come up fairly often, typically about the differences between BOTOX and …

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Making Fillers and BOTOX® Part of Your Cosmetic Routine (Updated 2024)

Makeup, manicures, hair appointments, and skincare regimens have long been part of the average aesthetic routine—but there’s a new player in the mix. Injectable treatments are quickly becoming a regular part of many people's regular cosmetic maintenance, thanks to their accessibility, quick treatment times, and remarkable results. From dermal filler lip injections to BOTOX, our …

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