Advanced Plastic Surgery Institute's Blog

Top 5 Reasons to Get a Breast Augmentation

With more than 300,000 breast augmentations performed in the U.S. in 2017, this procedure tops the list of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures. Women opt for breast augmentation at my Scottsdale, AZ, practice for several different reasons, and I use an advanced surgical technique to address each patient’s unique concerns. Some of the most …

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Weighing Your Fat Removal Options

Getting rid of excess fat remains one of the most common reasons people go to a plastic surgery practice. At my locations, we offer a range of surgical and nonsurgical fat removal options. Some, such as liposuction and CoolSculpting®, are familiar with my Gilbert, AZ, patients and have a long track record of producing excellent …

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Breast Implants: Before or After Pregnancy?

Patients considering breast augmentation at our Chandler, AZ, area plastic surgery center often ask for advice about timing for breast implants. As long as you're in good health, there is no bad time to enhance your breasts, but we do recommend that you first think a little bit about your future. Specifically, you'll want to …

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The Skinny on Fat: When Diet and Exercise Don’t Work

I'll begin by stating the obvious: Getting rid of fat is difficult. Good nutrition, portion control, and working out regularly are great lifestyle habits, but sometimes those are not enough to flatten your tummy, shrink saddlebags, or get rid of that upper arm jiggle. Women and men who looking to lose stubborn pockets of fat may benefit from treatments …

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Preparing for Tummy Tuck Recovery

A tummy tuck can remove excess fat and skin, making the abdominal region smoother and firmer. It is an extensive surgery that often involves tightening of the abdominal muscles that we use every day in almost every movement. While most of my tummy tuck patients in Gilbert, AZ, find the recovery manageable, you'll do better and have a …

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Real Patient Stories: Breast Augmentation

I love that the plastic surgery patients I serve here in Scottsdale are so diverse. Having experience with patients of all ages, shapes, and walks of life makes it easier for me to relate to my future patients, ultimately making me a better surgeon. In this blog post, I want to take a look at …

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Preparing Now for Liposuction Later

While liposuction at my plastic surgery clinic in Scottsdale is a relatively straightforward process and one of the less invasive surgical options I offer, it's still important to plan ahead. I love when my patients are proactive about preparing themselves for procedures both big and small. Let's take a look at what you can do …

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Renewing Our Partnership: The 2017 Miss Arizona Pageant

Last year marked the first time that Advanced Plastic Surgery Institute served as the official Medical Spa Sponsor of the Miss Arizona pageant. I'm thrilled to announce that we're continuing that commitment for the 2017 event. Why We Make a Great Fit In many ways, the Miss Arizona pageant is about helping young women find …

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Big-City Quality at a Small-Town Price — Plastic Surgery in Gilbert

Individuals looking in Paradise Valley for plastic surgeons may be surprised to learn that nearby plastic surgery practices offer the same quality at a lower cost. Gilbert, Arizona (June 2017) — If you've been researching Paradise Valley for a facelift, breast augmentation, or other plastic surgery procedure, you may experience some sticker shock. Many women …

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