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Have you heard? The FDA recently approved a new, longer-lasting filler for laugh lines, parentheses, and other moderate to severe facial wrinkles: Juvéderm Vollure® XC. While I am not one to jump on the bandwagon... Read the full post
It’s official! My Scottsdale staff and I have moved into my new office above the brand new Scottsdale McCormick Ranch Surgicenter. This state-of-the-art, woman-centered surgery center is the first of its kind in Scottsdale; I... Read the full post
Whether a patient loses weight through diet and exercise or via bariatric surgery, a secondary problem typically develops: loose skin. I have seen many patients frustrated by the fact that their skin is not conforming... Read the full post
Choosing plastic surgery could change your life for the better, but you’ll need to do your part to make sure your procedure is a success. Here are a few essential rules I tell my patients... Read the full post
Dr. Patti Flint highlights the various surgical options available to help restore volume and shape to sagging or deflated breasts. Often using a combination of procedures, such as breast lift with breast augmentation, Dr. Flint... Read the full post
Although fat grafting is often cited in the media as an option for facial rejuvenation, board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Patti Flint finds the results to be unnatural and often temporary. Watch this video with... Read the full post
Dr. Flint describes the reasons a patient might benefit from a tummy tuck versus liposuction. One of Dr. Flint’s recent tummy tuck patients, Jim, describes his experience.
Traveling away from home to receive plastic surgery, also known as “medical tourism,” is becoming a popular choice for patients looking for a specific procedure, qualified surgeon, or additional privacy. For patients traveling to or... Read the full post
Each patient I consult with regarding breast augmentation has a hurdle or two they must overcome to allow them to undergo the procedure and obtain the results they desire. For some, it’s the post-operative recovery... Read the full post
We were all taught to tell the truth, right? Well, it is never more important than when you are meeting with your anesthesiologist before surgery. As a board certified plastic surgeon, I am dedicated to... Read the full post
I am honored to have been voted one of Phoenix Magazine‘s 2014 Top Docs in Plastic Surgery. Award recipients are chosen based on a randomized, anonymous peer-review process. Each year 5,000 doctors in the greater... Read the full post
Although plastic surgery has become commonplace, misconceptions persist about cosmetic procedures and the motivation behind having them. I would like to address several such topics that continue to crop up in the media or on... Read the full post
One of the most common questions plastic surgeons are asked by patients who are considering facial rejuvenation surgery is, “How long will my facelift last?” Until recently, there were no scientific data on which to... Read the full post
Gathering facts about plastic surgery from the Internet can be like comparing apples and oranges. This is because many sites rebrand plastic surgery procedures with their own descriptors. For example, one surgeon’s “mini facelift” may be another’s... Read the full post
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. When it comes to facelifts, short procedures, with short incisions and short recoveries, rarely deliver on the promises of the providers that offer them.... Read the full post
One of the most important questions to ask a plastic surgeon when considering cosmetic surgery is, “Where do you operate?” Another important question is, “Who will administer my anesthesia?” These aren’t topics to take lightly,... Read the full post
Are you holding back on looking into plastic surgery or a cosmetic procedure because you’re suspicious about what you’ve read or heard about it? Having trouble knowing just what to believe? Take my informative quiz—a... Read the full post
Some cosmetic surgery candidates do extensive research before they choose a surgeon or decide on a procedure, while others seem ready to jump onto the operating table without full consideration. Since I believe an informed... Read the full post
Every day I am grateful for the beauty that surrounds my working life. My cosmetic surgery practice is located in the historic yet strikingly modern, art-filled center of Old Town Scottsdale. My staff and I... Read the full post
Every year, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) polls its members regarding the number of procedures performed. The Society is made up of board certified plastic surgeons who specialize in cosmetic surgery. The 2010... Read the full post
With the advent of the hCG diet, I am seeing more and more patients who have lost a great deal of weight. The cruel reality is that after being disciplined enough to lose all that... Read the full post