Tummy tuck surgery is not a replacement for weight loss and should be performed when you are at or near your ideal body weight. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Patti Flint discusses what it means... Read the full post
If you are considering breast augmentation, there are a number of important factors to consider. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Patti Flint discusses what decisions will need to be made and how to ensure your procedure is safe... Read the full post
Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Patti Flint describes the tummy tuck (abdominoplasty) procedure from a female’s prospective. Click here to learn more about body contouring procedures like tummy tuck surgery in Phoenix.
Dr. Flint discusses the differences between a patient who needs a breast lift or a breast augmentation. In certain situations, a combination of breast lift and augmentation can restore volume and return the breasts to... Read the full post
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
Breast augmentation is one of the most popular aesthetic plastic surgeries performed. I have personally performed over three thousand implant based breast surgeries in my career. Many women considering the procedure are concerned about needing... 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
BOTOX has become a household name and is one of the most popular nonsurgical treatments for smoothing out forehead movement lines, crow’s feet, and smile lines. It’s also become the subject of countless debates surrounding... Read the full post
I would venture to guess that only a small minority of people I know would make that statement. Most of us have a few areas on our bodies that in spite of a balanced diet... Read the full post
Did you know that breast lifts have increased in popularity more than any other cosmetic breast surgery? The number of breast lift procedures performed in the U.S. has increased by a striking 70% since 2000,... 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
We are lucky to live in an area where living a healthy lifestyle is typical, and local resources to support that choice are abundant. The robust health conferred by healthy habits has benefits beyond improving... Read the full post
If you are past the point of desiring or being capable of another pregnancy, it is more than a little annoying to continue looking pregnant. For some who have never been pregnant, genetics alone can... 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
A recent study reported in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, the official medical journal of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, evaluated which criteria were most important when patients were searching for a plastic surgeon. Not surprisingly,... Read the full post
I have been in practice long enough now that I have seen quite a few plastic surgery fads come and go. On the other hand, there are some very beneficial surgical innovations that have occurred.... Read the full post
If you pay attention to the stereotypes on TV, you may begin to think that most women who opt for cosmetic procedures are wealthy housewives with a lot of time on their hands. The reality... Read the full post
It is known that both nature and nurture contribute to our individual aging process, but how much each factor affects our appearance is difficult to define. In the case of identical twins who share the... Read the full post
I have just returned from an international plastic surgery conference in New York City where the world’s leaders in plastic surgery convened to discuss the latest and greatest facial rejuvenation techniques. I always enjoy this... Read the full post
During a recent international plastic surgery conference in New York City there was an extensive lecture on how common it is for pre- and post-op photos to be falsified in one way or another. These... Read the full post
It is a well known fact that the rosy, full cheeks of youth sag as we age. Some surgeons also believe they deflate. Consequently there is welcome news for many surgeons and patients alike who... Read the full post
Recent news reports from overseas have revealed dangerously lax regulations for cosmetic surgery procedures, even in countries with highly professionalized medical systems, such as the United Kingdom. Currently, the U.K. and many other countries lack... Read the full post
Many of my patients are concerned about when they can expect to be ready to attend social events after facelift surgery. It is a commonly asked question, and although there is no exact answer, I... Read the full post
After childbearing, our bodies change, and not always in a good way. In spite of a good diet, and exercise program, there are just certain things that will not snap back to the way they... Read the full post
Thank you to all who participated in our recent Charity Donation contest! The winners of our charity donation contest are: Fresh Start Women’s Foundation (444 votes) Singleton Moms (335 votes) Fresh Start will receive a... Read the full post
It would be nice if scar-free surgery was possible, but so far it is not. A well-placed scar that is treated properly following breast augmentation should fade very nicely if a few post-surgery tricks are... Read the full post
If you don’t know anyone who has ever had BOTOX® treatments, you are either under twelve years old, or your friends are dishonest. All kidding aside, BOTOX® is so popular, you practically have to live on a... Read the full post
Many patients that are going to undergo breast augmentation surgery want to do whatever they can to improve their chances of uneventful healing. There are a few subtle tricks that can be employed to create... Read the full post
At its annual meeting this year, the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) hosted a special presentation by a member surgeon who is conducting an ongoing scientific study of facial aging. This is the... Read the full post
We love supporting our local community and deeply appreciate the people who work hard to run local nonprofits. As part of our own giving back, we are running a contest to decide which local charity... Read the full post
Breast augmentation is one of the most common cosmetic procedures performed in the world. Over three-hundred thousand women in the US undergo this surgery every year. For over five decades now, there have been multiple... Read the full post
THIS CONTEST ENDED ON 9/26/2013 at 12 NOON MST. The winner is Amanda Starr! We are strongly committed to producing natural results from all of our cosmetic procedures. To look and feel your best, we... Read the full post
Beautiful, shapely breasts are not just for younger women. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reports that nearly one-third of all breast augmentations are performed on women over the age of 40. There is no correct age... Read the full post
Liposuction can do what no other surgery can; it reduces or eliminates spot deposits of fat that can blemish an otherwise trim silhouette. Thus it is no surprise that liposuction continues to be one of... Read the full post
Each year, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reports statistics on the number of cosmetic procedures performed by its member surgeons. In 2012, the total number of cosmetic treatments and plastic surgeries increased yet again, up 5%... Read the full post
Every so often I like to share an article that I feel will resonate with my patients. This piece from Salt Lake Magazine was brought to my attention by one of my patients and has... Read the full post
Some people are great visionaries; able to accurately see, in their mind’s eye, what an end result will look like before it becomes a reality. However, most people appreciate some help when it comes to... Read the full post
There have been two new silicone gel implants approved by the FDA since March of 2012. Each is a type of implant that is commonly called a “gummy bear” implant, because the consistency of the... Read the full post
I am extremely excited to announce the additional expansion of my skin care treatments to include in-office TCA peels. I have long desired to expand my in-office skin care treatments, and have always been pleased... Read the full post
I prefer a natural approach to breast augmentation. What does this mean? It may mean that bigger is not necessarily better. I believe the goal of the procedure should be to create aesthetically appealing breasts; while... 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
As a plastic surgeon I share a sense of gratification with my patients when the final results of their procedures are unveiled. One of the more rewarding procedures I perform is an eyelid lift, because... Read the full post
My desire to prevent patients from investing time and money in unproven facial rejuvenation procedures has reached new heights with the marketing of the “Vampire Facelift.” Unfortunately in my chosen specialty, hype and marketing all... 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
Many patients that see me in consultation are desirous of facial rejuvenation with as little down-time as possible. Some are just not ready or willing to have elective surgery. Luckily, I am practicing in an... 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
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