Paul K. Holden, MD

Moving to Prescott in 2018 marked the beginning of a new chapter in my life. Over the years, I explored various non-surgical treatments to address signs of aging. However, I eventually recognized that certain changes—like facial sagging, collagen loss, and a drooping neck—could only be effectively treated through surgery.
Trust is crucial in any surgical procedure, and it becomes even more vital with elective ones. I knew I needed a facial specialist who truly understood the complexities of aging at this stage of life. After extensive research on plastic surgeons in Scottsdale—including reviews, Healthgrades profiles, education, and experience—I identified three surgeons I planned to consult. However, my first meeting with Dr. Paul Holden left me feeling completely at ease. He embodied all the qualities I sought in a facial plastic surgeon. I made several visits to his office before making my final decision. Each visit only strengthened my confidence. Dr. Holden was consistently patient, compassionate, and understanding. He never rushed me or applied any pressure, fully respecting the significance of this decision, especially at 71 years old.
Ultimately, we chose to proceed with a lower facelift complemented by fat injections. Dr. Holden's expertise and advanced facial techniques were key factors in my decision. Throughout the entire experience, his team was exceptional. From pre-op to post-op, they provided outstanding support. Hanna responded promptly to all my questions, while Taryn and Andrea addressed my medical concerns and eased my recovery worries. A special thanks to Cindy at Dr. Holden's skin center; her laser expertise refined a few areas post-procedure, leaving me so pleased with the results that I plan to return for future non-surgical treatments.
My follow-up visits with Dr. Holden were never rushed. He always took the time to ensure I was comfortable and satisfied. My husband, who attended several appointments with me, was equally impressed, especially since he had initial reservations about the surgery. Dr. Holden patiently answered all our questions, making sure we felt confident at every stage.
I am truly grateful to this amazing team. Thank you all for your incredible care and support!

Surgery is such a big thing and can have such an incredible impact and to put my experience and appreciation for Dr. Holden and his team into a short review is difficult. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I’m still healing, but I love what I see so far and can’t wait until the final results of Dr. Holden’s work to shine.

Dr. Holden is beyond incredible. I can’t praise him enough. He is kind, compassionate, and obviously extremely knowledgeable and talented. Every single one of the staff at Dr. Holden’s office and in the surgical center are spectacular. Every appointment and every interaction has been top notch. You feel comfortable and cared for with Dr. Holden and at SPS, not like you’re just one of many.

Dr Holden is Hands down the best facial surgeon in the Western Hemisphere. I’m not even close to exaggerating. My botched story happen 15 years ago in a Chandler Arizona.

Without going into a full blown harrowing story of my life let’s just say my Botched experience was so bad that I quit my career job because I was a B2B client facing sales executive. I lost all my friends because I would not go out anymore and even contemplated suicide. Life was over for me. Making no money I had started a new career where I could hide behind a phone.

At that time starting 15 years ago I began making and going to as many Facial Surgeons as I could…I hit almost every Facial surgeon between Arizona and California. I bet it was close to a 1000 surgeons over the years and even found and hired one in Newport CA. that was well known around the world for his craft.

Long and short of this part of my story is that not even the DR that works on half of Hollywood could help me. He tried but he just couldn’t do it. I had a great experience and paid a ton of money but still the problem was not taken care of.

Okay so at this point of my experience let me tell you a little more detail of this Facial procedure that happen to me. The Botch was easy. That Doc had injected who knows how many cc’s of a permanent product called Artifill into the sides of my chin. Artifill is basically cement. I had cement injected onto my chin bone making me look like I had somehow stuffed a golfballs under my skin on each side of my chin. It was horrible.

So now you can envision the problem I had. I looked like a totally different person.

Let’s go to now it’s 2020 and I am still on the hunt for a Facial Surgeon that could remove this product. Amongst all the issues surrounding this Artifill product the feedback I had learned over the years was it will be impossible to remove not only because it is permanent but it is also attached to a main nerve in my face that helps produce saliva. That alone scared off 90% of the Surgeons and the 9% that thought they could do it I didn’t trust…I didn’t get that gut feeling.

1% - Dr Paul Holden…….I somehow networked my way to him. God definitely put me in contact with him. After multiple consultations I made the appointment.

Today is 2 months after and I’m literally crying while writing this. Looking in the mirror I finally see myself again. I feel that the Botch Doc stole 15 years of my life.

I am literally out of words. By the grace of God I met Dr Holden and I can assure anyone reading this needs to look no further and just make the appointment. Dr Holden is the 1% the best Facial surgeon I can honestly say that with facts and proof.

One more note to his entire team is “Thank you all”. My experience with every single person has been fantastic.

-Ari

Let me start by saying that the price was very reasonable and that Dr. Holden comes highly recommended. His practice is what we lawyers would call a "mill." Get em in, get em out. After my initial consult, I did not see the doctor until nearly a year later due to the wait list. I thought I was getting a neck lift which I later learned was a FL. That said, I was not prepared mentally or emotionally for a major surgery like this. He saw me the day following the surgery and gave me flowers which was a nice touch. I was still really out of it from the anesthesia. 

Exactly two days later (Friday) I did reach out to Dr. Holden who said that he had not cut into my face (more on this in a second.) My face was so distorted and I was in a state of shock or trauma and did not know it. The next day (Saturday) I called Dr. Holden because I felt like my windpipe was closing because my neck was so tight. He reassured me everything was fine and not to worry. I did feel reassured after that call but did not know at the time that I was experiencing swelling and hardening of the tissues, also normal post-op, but it was something I didn't understand. 

2 weeks later my left ear began throbbing. I did call to speak to one of the girls that works with Dr. Holden, and it took three days to get a call back! Dr. Holden did call me back but never once checked on me about my left ear. I thought that was rather odd. I did see him every other week post op, but anyone who has been through a major surgery knows that the big questions come up when you are not in the office. I saw him yesterday and said I was for the most part happy but that I did feel a "don't call me, I'll call you," vibe. He said that I was hallucinating and that he wasn't my therapist and that he had spoke to me "a lot." 

I don't know if you have been following along, but there were THREE PHONE CALLS. That is not "a lot' following a major surgery wherein you don't know what is happening with your body. The hardening of the face was the scariest part for me and I still have quite a bit of it on my face and under my chin. I did research on the internet and found that not only do plastic surgeons give out their cell number for patients suffering from post op issues, but they have "an open door policy." For example: Joe Niam @lovethatface.com. 

I understand the perils of giving out my cell phone number and have had clients call and text up to 50 times a day!! So believe me, I understand. But 3 calls in just over a month is not a lot, especially when one of the calls had to do with pain to the left ear (still not out of the woods on that one.) I was sorry that we were unable to resolve the breakdown in communication and most of my caregivers are in Los Angeles and have been in my life for over 20 years. I do not abuse the use of the phone, but telling someone they are hallucinating two days out of a 7 hour surgery was just wrong. 

To get back to the beginning of the story, my face appeared rather distorted when I went to change the bandaids. Even my cat didn't recognize me! I really have no other complaints other than I still have left ear pain and emotionally I feel like I was gaslighted for just being a regular patient. Speaking to him about these post-op issues really made me feel much worse. I still don't know if I am healing correctly, I am just going by my intuition. I was there yesterday and nobody said anything about my appearance. Just know going in, you will be flying alone pre-op and post-op and try to have someone with you for the first week. I did have my sister there but she didn't understand what was going on with me, just like my therapist would not known what to do---he would have said "call your plastic surgeon!" Speaking of which "don't call us, we'll call you." 

Victoria

Dropping by to share some encouragement for those still in the planning process. This procedure is something I've wanted for a long time. I was tired of feeling aged and exhausted in appearance wile I was thriving! I Finally found a doctor I felt comfortable enough with to take the plunge. If There are other African-American potential clients out there who just want to feel comfortable knowing their doctor understand their specific needs I too need to put myself out there and be vulnerable enough to share my journey. Here you will see before through day five! I am so excited to see my final results!

Updated on 25 May 2022:
Day 7 plenty of darkness but not as much puff! eyes feel wider and more alert today. Going to get my stitches out tomorrow. Sidenote I was a smoker before I was advised to quit in order to get this surgery by my surgeon. I don't know if that plays into it at all since I remember reading a lot a previous smokers take a longer time to heal and could have more darkness longer’ AnyWho I’m feeling great and I’m excited on how these results are headed

Updated on 13 Jun 2022:
Pardon the lipstick! Almost 4 week update! Still have darkness under the eyes but fading every day! Still super happy with the progress and my eyes feel so much more alert and refreshed! If anyone has questions feel free I message me!

Updated on 20 Jul 2022:
Feeling better about my results every day! The under eye darkness is starting to lighten back normal and the suture bumps from the canthopexy are starting to go down and smooth. My eyes are starting to even out more as well. Loving my results!!

I wanted Rhinoplasty for a pretty long time, but was always scared, or on the fence about it because I have seen so many bad procedures. Bad as in overdone, or a nose with 2 holes and tiny point that stood out as "a nose job." This was my fear. I did not want to look so different that people would wonder what I did to my face. I explained all my concerns to Dr. Holden. He assured me this would not happen, and made me feel comfortable with the procedure. It has only been 18 days since my procedure and I'm very happy with the changes. It is subtle, not drastic, and I still look like myself. I went back to work after 1 week and no one really noticed I even had this done. One guy asked me if I changed my hair. He thought something looked a little different, but could not tell what. I think this is a sign of a good procedure. Cosmetic surgery should look natural, and not overdone. I would highly recommend Dr. Holden if you are considering Rhinoplasty.

I chose Scottsdale Plastic Surgeons because they value their patients. From our initial conversation, the staff validated me as a person and my concerns as important. They were professional, respectful, personable, engaging and accommodating with my needs. They listened, adjusted and worked with my complicated schedule. They showed interest in my questions and gave answers that I understood. I felt safe discussing personal and sensitive concerns and felt better about myself and my decision to move forward after talking with them. I chose Dr. Holden initially because of his knowledge within his specialized area of practice as well as his familiarity and skill of modern medical practices and innovative techniques. After meeting with him, I chose Dr. Holden because of his soft spoken approachability and ease to talk with. His philosophy of care lined up with what I was looking for. He asked thorough questions and listened with gentle hearted calmness and confidence. He was upfront and forth rite about the procedures I was interested in and provided the best plan for personal treatment by maintaining my interest above all else. Before and after surgery Dr. Holden has been 100% available for me, by phone and in person. Scottsdale Plastic Surgeons’ natural concerning care backed by their assurance of my safety and well being has had a profound impact on me. Looking better esteems feeling and doing better and I have Dr. Holden and his staff to thank.

I had a rhinoplasty with Dr. Holden on 09/23/2019 and I could not be any happier with my results. When I explained my problem, Dr. Holden understood and knew exactly what to do. He said: You will have a beautiful nose; I held him to his word and there is no disappointment, I fell in love with my new nose right after the surgery! If I could give 10 stars, I would.
I highly recommend Dr. Holden. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

I would highly recommend Paul Holden for rhinoplasty! had a rhinoplasty done with Paul Holden on August 30th, and Ofcourse with any big procedure I had my concerns and was nervous, and I felt 100 percent comfortable and trusted Dr. Holden right away! He is so genuine, and trustworthy I would never see anyone else! He was extremely kind and professional and he makes you feel comfortable at all times. He truly is extremely talented at what he does. He did EXACTLY what I asked for. I have a few friends who are considering it they say just because they can’t believe how natural and good my nose looks now. :) if I could give 10 stars out of 5 I would. He truly is the BEST!!!

-Brooke

If you are considering Dr. Holden DON'T LOOK ANY FURTHER!!! I cannot stop smiling and feeling sensational about my results! After having botched surgery with some awful so-called doctor, Dr. Holden gave me my life and happiness back, he delivered results that tremendously exceeded my expectations. My nose is perfect! His work is exquisite, customized to your unique features, and undetectable! Regardless of his expertise, he's so charismatic, down to earth, and he takes the time to listen and answer all of your concerns. I thank God everyday for helping me make this decision, I am beyond happy with my results. God bless this sensational, amazing, gifted surgeon!!!