Part of his background training included neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and oral facial surgery. Becoming intimately familiar with all aspects of the human anatomy, his training has given him the skills to treat patients who present with head-to-toe cosmetic concerns. This allows him to aesthetically synchronize and harmonize with the whole body. Do you wear turtlenecks and scarves even in the summer to cover the loose, flabby skin on your neck? If so, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Arun Rao provides neck lift surgery at his office in Tucson, AZ to improve upon the appearance of an aging neck.
These treatments can delay the need for surgery or keep surgical results looking refreshed. Though this, and all our lists are a great start you should carefully interview plastic surgeons until you find one with experience in the areas you need. Also, you should make sure that the cosmetic surgeon is someone you are comfortable with and can verify the credentials of.
People sometimes have a headache and feel congested, with discomfort rated fairly low on the pain scale. Dr. Olson provides his patients with post-op guidelines to follow that will help ensure a smooth recovery and great results. He will provide patient-comfort tips to relieve the discomfort you may experience following surgery.
My aesthetics career began in 2014 and that is when I fell in love with the art of facial rejuvenation and the power of medical-grade skin care products. I enjoy educating patients and customizing treatment plans that will target their individual needs. It is my goal to create a lasting first impression and to deliver friendly customer service to every patient I assist over the phone and in our office. I have over 5 years of experience in customer service, and pride myself in delivering the highest quality of care and attention to my clients! Being part of the Tucson Plastic Surgery team has been wonderful and inspiring to me, as I have been able to witness our patients transform into their “best” self. I am so thankful to be part of such an amazing team and the best surgeons.
When our Tucson patients meet Dr. Larson for the first time for breast reconstruction, they are going through an emotionally and physically challenging time in their lives. With an incision that runs from hip-to-hip, it allows Dr. Larson to remove fat and excess skin from the entire abdomen. Most of these procedures also involve relocating the belly-button as well, along with gentle liposuction to refine and contour the area. You will learn about factors that can influence your procedure such as nasal structure, bones, cartilage, skin thickness, and overall facial shape. Dr. Olson uses computer imaging software so that he can give you a customized “preview” of what your results could look like.
It may also be combined with other types of breast surgery like a breast lift or fat grafting. To provide women and men with the best possible results from an aesthetic chemical peel treatment, Rao Plastic & Hand Surgery offers patients multiple options. Your personalized facial treatment with chemical solutions will give you healthier, smoother skin. At our Tucson, AZ office, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Arun Rao offers chemical peel treatments to help improve skin defects such as scars, fine lines, wrinkles, uneven patches, hyperpigmentation and more. Chemical peels remove dead or damaged skin cells by applying a customized solution to your skin.
He is an early adopter of new technology to reduce recovery time, diminish scarring, and provide individualized, natural results. He takes his time to listen to each patient and works to craft a custom plan based on the unique needs of the individual. Dr. Massey completed his residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Saint Louis University. Following that, he completed a fellowship in orthopedic hand surgery at SUNY-Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, New York. He attended medical school at Saint Louis University after completing undergraduate degrees in both molecular and cellular biology; as well as ecology and evolutionary biology at the University of Arizona.
We can combine these procedures with a facelift for an overall rejuvenation. Also, to improve the appearance of facial skin, treatments such as IPL Photofacial or fractional lasers may be helpful. Working at Tucson Plastic Surgery has allowed me to serve the Tucson community which is the community I was fortunate enough to be born and raised in.
They understand that while plastic surgery can ultimately improve your life, you may initially experience some apprehension. Through a personalized approach and commitment to excellence, Dr. Hurst ensures that he meets each patient's specific aesthetic needs and goals. As women age, it’s natural for some to lose fullness in their breasts while others develop excess or sagging skin on the breasts. Many women experience both changes over time, resulting in a sagging, deflated appearance.
But wrinkled, sagging, or puffy tissue around your eyes can detract from your inner and outer beauty. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Arun Rao performs blepharoplasty to reduce excess skin and rejuvenate the upper or lower eyelid, creating an awakened appearance. Countless men and women undergo eyelid surgery at Rao Plastic Surgery to remedy the unsightly look of droopy eyelids, improving function and appearance. Blepharoplasty, whether focused on the lower or upper eyelids, creates a natural, alert appearance and produces subtle but striking improvements. If you would like more information about rejuvenating your eyes with eyelid lift surgery, schedule a consultation with Dr. Rao at his office in Tucson, AZ. People who experience significant weight loss are to be praised as they have overcome a great burden in their life.
To improve the size and appearance of your breasts after pregnancy or weight loss. During your consultation, Dr. Rao will recommend a personalized suite of procedures, typically including breast and abdominal surgeries, complemented by liposuction. As a man in my late 60's, I never thought I would consider plastic surgery, but I'm glad I did . When I put on a shirt with a collar, people could see my "turkey neck" and it made me very look old. If you have concerns about being "put under," our awake liposuction procedure can give you the confidence to undergo the body sculpting you want without worry. As you will be fully alert during the procedure, simply lying back on the treatment table as pockets of excess fat are gently extracted with this revolutionary treatment.
This procedure can take place at the same time as a mastectomy or at a later date. Dr. Larson offers both pre-pectoral and retro-pectoral reconstruction. Plastic Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery at the University of Arizona and teaches medical students and residents.
At Rao Plastic Surgery, we empathize with the transformative journey of motherhood, which often brings about changes in your body that may not align with your self-image. Dr. Arun Rao, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Tucson, AZ, specializes in helping women regain the body confidence they deserve. Pregnancy can leave lasting marks in the form of stretch marks and loose skin, and we understand the frustration when diet and exercise alone don’t restore your pre-pregnancy body. Our Mommy Makeover is a combination of customized procedures designed to meet your body’s unique needs, focusing on areas affected by motherhood. These procedures include skin tightening and fat reduction techniques, with a particular emphasis on the abdomen and breasts.
The nipple-areola complex remains attached to the underlying breast tissue and is not typically removed. In rare clinical scenarios, where a patient has severe breast enlargement and a very low nipple position, the nipple-areola complex may need to be removed as a free graft. Dr. Gurtner graduated from Dartmouth College and earned his medical degree at the University of California, San Francisco. A mini-facelift is similar to a classic facelift, but it is less invasive. If appropriate, a mini-facelift may include facial liposuction and skin resurfacing to correct minor imperfections.