Dermal Fillers

Injectable Filler ArteFill If you are interested in defying the aging process without a scalpel — and without breaking the bank — it’s time to start thinking about the numerous options for injectable fillers. Injectable fillers like ArteFill provide long-lasting protection from wrinkles. ArteFill is different from most injectable wrinkle-fillers, because it incorporates unique microspheres that are not absorbed into the body. The microspheres provide support under the skin, which helps to volumize and reduce folds and...

Injectable Fillers and Sculptra Aging and other conditions have been known to create sunken cheeks or hollowed eyes. This unwanted loss of facial volume, caused by a loss of facial fat beneath the skin, can leave your skin sagging and prone to wrinkling. Sculptra is the first FDA-approved product of its kind that restores facial volume. Sculptra is a synthetic solution injected under the skin in targeted areas to provide lift while also gradually thickening the skin....

Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon Dr. Shaun Parson Here on earth, gravity affects everything around us. It is constant, unforgiving, and monotonous. As long as this planet remains in existence, gravity will always be touching everything. Life style, habits and health play major roles in how fast our skin tends to age. What can we do to help slow down the process? Preventative Plastic Surgery First, preventative maintenance is what I like to call it. I am sure you have...

One of the key signs of aging is volume loss in the face. Fortunately a new product called Voluma can help women to halt these changes. Voluma comes to us from Allergan, the same people who brought us Botox, Juvederm, and Latisse. Face Volume in Your 20’s When women are in there 20’s they tend to have very full round faces. This round full look is secondary to a significant amount of fat being present throughout the...

Combining Injectables and Fillers for a Non-Surgical Face Lift There are just a few weeks until the holiday season is kicked off with Thanksgiving. That means just a few weeks to prepare for all the get-togethers, the So-good-to-see-you-agains, and the intent looks from close friends and family members. However, there is one thing that nobody wants to hear – “My, you look so much older!” Learn how a liquid facelift can help you maintain a youthful look...

Non-Surgical Skincare Treatments The holidays are just around the corner and before you know it, it will be time for carving turkeys, shopping for gifts, and sipping on hot chocolate and eggnog with family and friends. As the holidays approach, we all strive to look our best for all the social events. Here are four nonsurgical treatments to help add a finishing touch to your holiday look. Chemical Peels A chemical peel is an effective way to rejuvenate your...

Martha Stewart on Botox, Juvederm, and Beauty In the most recent issue of Allure Magazine, the 71 year old former model turned business woman revealed some of her most intimate beauty tricks, including the secret behind her blemish-free complexion: Famous the world over for impeccable taste and a keen eye for detail, Martha Stewart takes a similar approach to her daily beauty routine. “I rarely get blemishes now, but if perchance I’m starting to get one, I extract...

How To Treat Frown Lines Up until a few years ago plastic surgeons only had one option when treating frown lines but today we have multiple weapons. Botox was the original treatment of choice when it came to wiping out frown lines around the eyes and forehead. Today we also have another product in Dysport. Years of squinting, concentrating, or frowning can cause your skin to furrow and crease. As time passes, your skin becomes less elastic...