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Taking care of patient at Hobsgood Facial Plastic Surgery in Arizona

Choosing the Right Plastic Surgeon Really Matters

Plastic surgery is becoming more mainstream with each passing year and the number of plastic surgeons in the United States has skyrocketed from hundreds to thousands. No matter where you are, you probably have a least one surgeon in your state. All these available surgeons should make it easy for you to choose one for …

Facial Contouring

Liposuction…for the Face?

Over the past decades, liposuction has become more than a simple tube used around the abdomen to suck out extra fat. The techniques are now more refined and the procedure can be used on almost any area of the body, including the face and neck. Using liposuction on those particular areas might seem a little …

Plastic Surgery for the Ears

Otoplasty: Plastic Surgery for the Ears

You already know that your ears play an important role in how your body functions; in addition to providing your sense of hearing, your ears are also responsible for your sense of balance and safety. For thousands of people, ears also play a role in how they feel about their appearance. Ears with a “normal” …

Mentally Prepare for Surgery With These Easy Steps

Mentally Prep for Surgery With These Easy Steps

There is a lot of preparation that goes into having plastic surgery. From the patient consultation to the final days of your recovery, you’re in for an experience that is ultimately rewarding, but potentially difficult. Many patients feel anxious before their procedure and then struggle with trying to get through their recovery. You can help …

How to Narrow Down Your Search for a Plastic Surgeon

How to Narrow Down Your Search for a Plastic Surgeon

Plastic surgery grows in popularity every year, as does the number of available plastic surgeons. With all the choices and options out there, it can be pretty overwhelming trying to select the right plastic surgeon for you. The process is actually much easier than it sounds! By utilizing the following criteria in your search, you …

Skin Cancer and Mohs Surgery

Getting Your Face Back After Mohs Surgery

Skin cancer is a scary thing that affects over two million Americans every year. In fact, the American Academy of Dermatology estimates that one in every five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime. The bright side is that if skin cancer is caught early enough, most of the time it can be treated …

How Liposculpture Is Done

Liposculpture – The Perfect Finishing Touch

Many people think that liposculpture and liposuction are different names for the same thing. They do sound similar, but in fact, liposculpture is a smaller form of liposuction. Liposuction focuses on fat removal in large target areas, usually as part of a major reconstructive surgery. It is a common element in procedures like tummy tucks, …

Plastic Surgery Increases Alongside Social Media Trends

Rise in Cosmetic Procedures Accompanies Rise in Social Media Trends

Earlier this year, the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery(AAFPRS) conducted a survey to find the latest trends among patients in surgical and non-surgical procedures. They found that social media sites like Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram are causing an increase in the number of facial plastic surgeries requested by patients. Specifically, the rising …

Hobgood Facial Plastic Surgery

Quality of Life Improves in Patients who Undergo Minimally Invasive Procedures

Small Procedures Make Big Differences A recently published article in the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal recently released in the month of June followed a group of patients who underwent minimally invasive procedures. These included injections with Botox Cosmetic, Dysport, and fillers such as Juvederm Ultra Plus, Restylane, and Perlane. Researchers followed the patients for six …