How to Find the Best Facelift Surgeon in Your Area Posted on July 30, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford Many of our patients begin their plastic surgery journey with a familiar Google search: “best facelift surgeon in Toronto.” It’s always good to have high standards for the people performing your procedure. But when it comes to facial plastic surgeons, what exactly does the title of “best” really mean? Many factors are important to consider … Read More
Eyelid Surgery 101: Answering Your Most Commonly Asked Questions Posted on June 4, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford The eyes are among the first facial features to show signs of aging, thanks to the thin and delicate tissues in the area that are quick to sag and wrinkle. Thankfully, we can effectively correct many of the most common eyelid concerns with eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). At my Toronto plastic surgery practice, the procedure is … Read More
How to Choose the Best Plastic Surgeon for Your Breast Augmentation Posted on March 10, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford It can be both exciting and intimidating to begin your search for the best plastic surgeon to perform your breast augmentation in Toronto. If you’re like many people, you may find it challenging to sift through or make sense of the wealth of information that’s available online today. With input about credentials, facilities, specializations, and … Read More
We Answered the Web’s Most Searched Facelift Questions Posted on January 30, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford Plastic surgery is always a personal decision, but it's especially private when considering a facelift. At our Toronto practice, we receive a variety of questions from our facelift and neck lift patients. They want to reduce wrinkles, add facial volume, and look like younger versions of themselves. But they also want a delicate touch that … Read More
Do Non Surgical Eyelid Lift Options Work? (Before and After Photos) Posted on December 18, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford Youthful, alert eyes can communicate an attractive vitality. Aging eyes, and in some cases, genetics, can create an older, tired appearance. I often see men and women who are considering eyelid surgery because they have wrinkled skin, droopy eyelids, and fat bulges under the eyes. In some cases, however, surgery isn’t necessary. Non surgical eyelid … Read More
Should You Get a C-Tuck? Posted on November 4, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford A C-tuck is a procedure that's the subject of a lot of media buzz recently. It involves undergoing a tummy tuck immediately after a scheduled cesarean (C-section) delivery. For some mothers, it may seem like combining a C-section with a tummy tuck would be an ideal shortcut. But there are several problems with this idea. … Read More
Social vs. Physical Downtime After a Facelift Posted on October 1, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford Patients planning to get a facelift before a big social event, such as a wedding or a class reunion, need to plan ahead because social recovery can last longer than your physical recovery. Many facelift patients at my Toronto practice feel comfortable returning to work a couple of weeks after their procedure. But they may … Read More
What Are The Best Nonsurgical Alternatives To Eyelid Surgery? Posted on September 9, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford I once answered a question on the RealSelf website from someone who wanted to know if she would be better off getting lower eyelid surgery or nonsurgical laser skin resurfacing to improve the hollow appearance under her eyes. The answer, in my opinion, is to consider the best approach in each specific situation. When I … Read More
A Subtle Breast Augmentation? It’s Possible Posted on August 14, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford For many women, breast augmentation is a sensitive topic. Some worry that their implants will look obvious or unnatural, especially if they're not in harmony with their bodies. Unlike a decade or so earlier, when patients wanted implants to create noticeable cleavage, the trend now is wanting breast enhancement without looking like “they’ve had work … Read More
3 Reasons To Choose a Facelift vs Fillers; Cost, Results & More Posted on July 15, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford People want a fresh, youthful-looking face that reflects how they feel. And, as nonsurgical cosmetic treatments become more popular, I get many patients asking about dermal fillers. Treatments like fillers and BOTOX® Cosmetic are great for improving fine lines and restoring lost volume---the early signs of aging. But sometimes patients struggle with deeper lines, saggy … Read More