Articles

  • Facial reconstruction surgery after skin cancer

    Facial Reconstruction After Skin Cancer

    Published: March 7, 2025

    By: Adam Boettcher, M.D.

    Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer worldwide, with millions of new cases diagnosed each year. While early detection and treatment are critical to preventing the spread of cancer, they often leave patients with significant facial defects, particularly when tumors are excised from delicate areas such as the nose, lips, or eyelids.

  • Advances in bioprinting for reconstructive surgery

    Advances in 3D Printing for Reconstructive Surgery: A Look at the Future

    Published: March 1, 2025

    By: Brian Cripe, M.D.

    From custom implants to patient-specific tissue scaffolds, 3D printing is poised to revolutionize how plastic surgeons approach complex reconstructions.

Breast implants

Do You Need A Capsulectomy During Your Breast Explant?

Published: July 2, 2024

By: Brian Cripe, M.D.

Drawing from a recent consensus statement from a network of breast surgeons, we’ll shed light on the capsulectomy procedure and its medical indications.

Breast explant surgery: What does it entail?

What is Explant Surgery?

Published: June 21, 2024

By: Adam Boettcher, M.D.

Explant surgery, also known as breast implant removal, involves the surgical removal of breast implants. While breast augmentation remains a popular cosmetic procedure, the reasons for seeking explant surgery are equally valid and important to understand.

Before and After CoolSculpting

Does CoolSculpting Actually Work? See For Yourself

Published: June 17, 2024

By: Stephen Lex, M.D.

Does CoolSculpting actually work? Let's dive into the science behind the process, what to expect, and real-life results to determine if CoolSculpting lives up to the hype.

Protect Your Skin: How to Prevent Sun Damage and Skin Cancer

Published: May 14, 2024

By: Stephen Lex, M.D.

Proactive sun protection is essential for maintaining healthy, youthful skin. Here are some of the best ways to prevent skin cancer.

  • Published: September 23, 2024

    By: Adam Boettcher, M.D.

    Is Awake Plastic Surgery Right for You? A Surgeon’s Perspective

  • Published: September 20, 2024

    By: PSNA

    Plastic Surgeons of Northern Arizona Awarded 2024 “Best of Sedona” Designation

  • Published: September 19, 2024

    By: PSNA

    Dr. Brian Cripe to Offer Plastic Surgery Consultations in Sedona

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