Not all lasers today are actually lasers. Intense pulsed light therapy, also known as IPL or a photofacial, is one of the most popular treatments at Parson Skin Center and actually isn’t a laser at all. Instead, it’s just what it sounds like: intense pulses of light that can undo sun damage, improving color and texture. Although IPL can technically be used just about anywhere, it is most commonly suggested for the face, neck, chest,...
Active women might think twice about getting breast implants—after all, are they actually durable? Will you be able to still do your favorite activities, from boxing and yoga to sleeping on your stomach? You may remember when one surgeon tossed breast implants off of a multi-story building to showcase their durability, and now a different surgeon is showing off just how durable this technology is (in a very intimate manner). The famous TikTok-ing surgeon really...
“How much does a facelift cost?” It’s one of the first questions asked during a consultation for the popular procedure at Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center and the answer is going to depend on your skin’s condition and whether you’re a better match for a full facelift or a mini facelift. However, the answer will not be $200,000—but it might be in New York. The New York Times recently reported that one...
A lot of women find themselves in a tough predicament: you want a tummy tuck, but you also may want to get pregnant in the future. Does this mean you have to wait? Not necessarily. At Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center, the surgeon has worked with several women who get a tummy tuck but still plan to get pregnant in the future. You do not necessarily need to wait until this major...
Today’s ideal aesthetic for men and women alike includes toned muscles and less fat in key areas. Traditionally, building muscle and burning fat were two different strategies with a little overlap—but that’s no longer the case with Emsculpt NEO. Parson Skin Center is home to the latest Emsculpt technology from BTL. Emsculpt (the original) was the revolutionary technology that forces muscles into 20,000 supramaximal contractions in 30 minutes. To your body, that’s the same as...
A “facial” is an umbrella term that can mean a lot of things from OTC masks that don’t do anything to advanced in-office treatments like the HydraFacial. Parson Skin Center offers this must-have, celebrity-loved option for instant and dramatic skin brightening—but what makes it so special? There’s a lot to adore about this system, but the “hydra” part of the facial is part of what makes it so unique. Using proprietary technology, the HydraFacial is...
If you’re new to the world of Botox and fillers, you might be prioritizing an au naturel outcome. Parson Skin Center customizes all injectables to your needs and goals, and we want clients to know that using a full syringe (or more than one syringe) is certainly not a requirement. In fact, many clients benefit from using partial syringes of both Botox and fillers, spreading out the injection points for an organic outcome. “Baby Botox” is...
Perhaps you’ve heard that the best time to get laser skin rejuvenation is in the winter months. While winter is a great time for intense pulsed light (IPL) and other laser skin resurfacing treatments, you can actually opt for this game-changing treatment year-round. Parson Skin Center is home to one of the largest laser suites in the area, and includes the beloved IPL. You can schedule your consultation or appointment for IPL right now, but...
Tummy tucks can give you the flat, taut stomach you lost—or always wished you had. Also known as abdominoplasty, tummy tucks are one of the most popular procedures because they are the only way to get rid of excess skin causing sagging, laxity, and a crepe-like appearance of the stomach. At Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center, tummy tucks are at the heart of mommy makeovers, but both men and women alike can...
As more and more mask mandates are lifted, it’s time to reveal your face for the first time in two years—is it sending the message you’d like? Dr. Shaun Parson Plastic Surgery & Skin Center has seen an influx in requests for facelifts since the onset of the pandemic. First, it was in part due to spending hours every day staring at yourself in a screen. Now, more patients are saying it’s because they no...