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Jan 14 2015

The Latest Acne Scar Treatment – Bellafill

January 14, 2015

The only thing worse than acne itself is the scarring that can occur from long-term, severe bouts of acne. Dr. Thompson sees patients for many facial skin concerns, especially acne scars that leave patients feeling very self-conscious about their appearance. Popular treatment options have typically included skin resurfacing treatments, such as a fractional CO2 laser treatments, and/or dermal […]

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Jan 9 2015

5 Ways To Spot Bad Plastic Surgery

January 9, 2015

We’ve all seen bad plastic surgery, especially from celebs who’ve become a bit too friendly with the scalpel. When a person suddenly steps out as an almost completely different human, or not even human looking at all, it’s pretty much a dead giveaway. How does this happen and how can you tell what was done? We’ve

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Jan 7 2015

Facelift Surgery versus Injectables for Facial Rejuvenation

January 7, 2015

Many patients looking for facial rejuvenation want to know how results will differ between a surgical facelift and non-surgical facelift that incorporates the use of injectables. As a double board facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Thompson performs 1-3 facelift surgeries weekly and uses injectables on all other weekdays he is not in surgery. With such extensive experience treating

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Jan 5 2015

‘Breakup Botox’ – The New Trend in Plastic Surgery

January 5, 2015

There’s no question that Botox works well to diminish wrinkles and I’m sure the 3-4 million patients that received Botox just last year would attest to it’s effectiveness. Botox also continues to gain popularity within the medical field from treating migraines to helping patients with bladder control issues. We recently wrote an article titled, “Botox –

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Dec 31 2014

Hair Restoration – Pros & Cons of Follicular Unit Extraction

December 31, 2014

The two main techniques Dr. Thompson utilizes to perform hair transplant surgery are Follicular Unit Transplant (strip method or FUT) and Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE). FUT is performed by taking a strip of hair from the back of the head and extracting each follicle that is then transplanted to the thinning areas of the scalp.

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Dec 29 2014

Important Facts About Facelifts

December 29, 2014

From the December 2014 Issue of Davis Wellness Magazine We are often bombarded with advertisements for facelifts in a cream, serum, or quick hour on your lunch break. Have you ever wondered what actually works? Have you had a promising facelift procedure that didn’t actually produce the results you were hoping for? I am routinely asked questions by patients

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Dec 23 2014

Dermal Fillers Quick Reference Guide

December 23, 2014

Dermal fillers are incredibly popular as they typically offer instant results with little to no downtime. With so many options available today, it’s hard to know what the difference is and which option is right for you. We definitely recommend meeting with an experienced facial plastic surgeon, such as Dr. Thompson, to determine what dermal

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Dec 23 2014

Top 4 Misconceptions About Facial Plastic Surgery

December 23, 2014

Facial plastic surgery, and cosmetic surgery in general, has become increasingly common over the years with even higher rates predicted for 2015. Despite the advancements in surgical techniques and positive results, many misconceptions still remain in the general public when it comes to facial plastic surgery. Perhaps that is largely due to the portrayal of

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Dec 20 2014

Cosmetic Surgery for Men Continues To Rise in Popularity

December 20, 2014

From cosmetic products to cosmetic surgeries, men have become far more conscious of maintaining their appearance than ever before. It may be due to the fact that cosmetic surgery holds less of a stigma than that of previous years and is no longer just for the rich and famous. Advancements in cosmetic surgery have also made it easier for men

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Dec 16 2014

Skincare Tips – Keeping Your Skin Hydrated

December 16, 2014

We all want a nice holiday glow this season but it can be quite hard with the dry, cold climate we live in. When our skin dries out, it can become itchy, red or ashy, and prone to showing every line and wrinkle in our face. At Thompson Facial Plastics, we’ve compiled our top five tips

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