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What Are the Best Treatments for Under-Eye Bags?

Puffiness, discoloration, and swelling under the eyes, also coined “under-eye bags,” can impact both men and women. Under-eye bags can make you look tired or give you an aged appearance, regardless of your age or energy level. While topical treatments and home remedies can help a little, if puffy bags under your eyes persist, it …

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Is BOTOX® or RF Microneedling Better for Treating Wrinkles?

One of the questions my patients sometimes ask me is, “Which treatment works better for treating wrinkles: BOTOX or RF microneedling?” As with many questions in the art of aesthetics, the answer is different for everyone. Both treatments are exceptional for rejuvenating the skin, but they tackle wrinkle reduction with totally different approaches. The right …

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What Are Dermal Fillers & What Do They Do?

What’s the real deal with dermal fillers? At my Scottsdale, AZ, facial plastic surgery practice near Phoenix, these injectables make facial rejuvenation possible without the invasiveness or risk of surgery. Just a few injections in strategic locations, and suddenly you look younger, fresher, and like a more refined version of yourself. There’s a reason these …

Preventative BOTOX®: Does It Really Work?

Did you know you don’t have to wait until you’re riddled with wrinkles to enjoy the anti-aging benefits of BOTOX? Scottsdale-area patients sometimes start in their 20s or 30s. As a board-certified facial plastic surgeon, I often meet with younger people who want to stop signs of aging as early as possible. BOTOX is one …

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The Differences Between BOTOX® and Dysport®

BOTOX is not only popular in Scottsdale, but it has become a household name across the United States. With over 7 million procedures performed just last year, it is the number 1 minimally invasive cosmetic procedure. However, it has a kid brother that is beginning to grow in popularity as well: Dysport. So, how do …

Necklift vs Kybella at Scottsdale Plastic Surgeon

Neck Lift or KYBELLA®: What’s Best for You?

In a world that seems to run on filler treatments and BOTOX, I’ve begun to notice a shift—more and more people are seeking longer-lasting cosmetic solutions, especially millennials. They are uninterested in returning every couple of months for touch-up treatments. However, just because these more invasive procedures are trending doesn’t necessarily mean they are right …