Morpheus8 is a radiofrequency microneedling treatment that combines tiny needles with radiofrequency energy delivered beneath the skin’s surface, designed to remodel collagen and tighten skin
Most patients who walk into a consultation asking about “getting bigger” are actually asking two separate questions at once: do I need more volume, or
Most breast lift patients can expect an initial recovery period of roughly two to three weeks before returning to non-strenuous daily activity, with full healing
Breast reduction is one of the few cosmetic procedures where the motivation is often physical rather than purely aesthetic. Patients rarely arrive at the decision
Yes, breast implant removal without replacement, often called explant surgery, is a well-established option for patients who no longer want implants and prefer not to
Breast revision surgery is often approached with more hesitation than a first augmentation, and understandably so. Patients coming in for revision are frequently correcting a
Gynecomastia surgery reduces enlarged breast tissue in men and is designed to restore a flatter, more contoured chest contour. For many men, the decision to
In most cases, gynecomastia surgery performed for cosmetic reasons is not covered by insurance, though there are specific circumstances where coverage may apply if the
Patients often use “tummy tuck” and “liposuction” interchangeably, but the two procedures address fundamentally different problems. Liposuction removes excess fat, while a tummy tuck removes
A mommy makeover is a combination of cosmetic procedures, typically involving the breasts and abdomen, designed to address the physical changes that often follow pregnancy
A Brazilian Butt Lift, or BBL, uses a patient’s own fat, harvested through liposuction and transferred to the buttocks, to enhance shape and volume. Because
Smartlipo and traditional liposuction share the same basic goal, removing unwanted fat to contour the body, but they use different technology to get there. Smartlipo
An arm lift, or brachioplasty, removes excess skin and tightens tissue along the upper arm, and it is designed for patients dealing with loose, hanging
Facelift results are generally designed to last many years, often a decade or more, though the aging process continues after surgery and results are not
Rhinoplasty is one of the most technically demanding procedures in plastic surgery, reshaping bone, cartilage, and soft tissue in an area of the face with
Eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty, is designed to significantly improve the appearance of under-eye bags by removing or repositioning excess fat and skin, and results are
Brow lift surgery and Botox both address forehead aging, but they solve different underlying problems, and choosing between them without understanding that distinction often leads
Otoplasty, commonly known as ear surgery, reshapes the cartilage of the ear to correct prominent, asymmetrical, or misshapen ears, and it is one of the
A neck lift is designed to address loose skin, excess fat, and banding along the neck and jawline, areas that often show visible signs of
Lip augmentation can be achieved through injectable fillers or, less commonly, surgical techniques, and most patients today choose fillers due to their flexibility and minimal
CoolSculpting works by using controlled cooling to target and damage fat cells beneath the skin, a process called cryolipolysis, which causes the body to naturally
CoolSculpting and liposuction both reduce unwanted fat, but they differ significantly in how much fat can be removed, how quickly results appear, and how invasive
Cellulite is caused by connective tissue bands beneath the skin pulling down on the skin’s surface while fat pushes up between them, creating the dimpled
Chemical peels and microdermabrasion both improve skin texture and tone, but they work through completely different mechanisms, one chemical and one mechanical, and that difference
When most people start thinking about getting breast implants, they usually start with the size. Getting the perfect size implant for your body type is definitely a big part of the decision. But one factor that many women may not know about is whether they want moderate plus or high profile breast implants. Scottsdale women […]
Breast augmentation is still one of the most popular procedure for plastic surgery with over 300,000 women undergoing the operation. Over the last few decades, the technology and techniques for breast augmentation have improved by leaps and bounds. But there is still a great deal of misinformation out there, and many of our patients experience […]
Once you’ve decided that you’re ready to start seriously thinking about getting breast augmentation, the next obvious question is which implant is right for me? Of course, without actually performing an examination and talking with you in person, it is difficult for Dr. Meger to give this kind of recommendation. However, what we want to […]
If you suffer from tuberous breasts, there are two things you need to know. First, you are not alone. Tuberous breast deformity is strikingly common although there isn’t good data on exactly how many women suffer from it. Second, if you have tuberous breasts, it is possible to get beautiful, youthful, and natural-looking breasts from […]
One of the most critical decisions that patients have to make is which type of incision their surgeon will use during their breast augmentation. Scottsdale patients are often unfamiliar with the different types of incisions, so we wanted to put together a quick explanation here in this blog post. The reason this decision is so […]
Choosing to have a Phoenix Mommy Makeover is a huge decision. Not only have you made the decision to regain your pre-pregnancy body, but you have made the decision to restore your self-confidence. Recovery time from a Mommy Makeover is typically about two weeks, and you’ll need to take the time leading up to your […]