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
Do I Need a Breast Lift, Breast Augmentation With a Lift, or Just Augmentation? (Updated 12/2025) Posted on February 15, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford Many women who seek breast augmentation actually need a breast lift as well. When the breast skin has stretched and the nipple sits low on the breast, implants alone cannot correct sagging or restore a youthful breast shape. In my Toronto practice, this can be a difficult conversation at first. It’s common to assume that … Read More
Is It Possible to Research Your Breast Augmentation Research Too Much? (Updated 2025) Posted on November 15, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford Yes—too much breast augmentation research can become counterproductive when it leads patients to focus on decisions that can only be made during an in-person consultation. That said, for many patients, one of the most exciting parts of planning a breast augmentation is doing research about the procedure and imagining possible outcomes. It's like the anticipation … Read More
Is It Okay to Have a Back Massage After Breast Augmentation? Post-Implant FAQs Posted on September 15, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford Many patients at my plastic surgery center in Toronto get regular back massages. However, after a breast augmentation it is important to consult your surgeon before scheduling a massage or participating in other physical activities. In this post, we'll address the timing of getting a massage and resuming certain exercises. This is because lying on … Read More
Top 4 Reasons Breast Augmentation Patients Choose Implants Posted on July 15, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford Breast augmentation at my Toronto practice has been a very popular procedure for many years. In fact, it is one of the most commonly performed cosmetic procedures in all of Canada. Women choose to undergo breast enhancement for a number of reasons. In this post, I will share some of the most frequent requests when … Read More
Returning to Exercise After Breast Augmentation (Updated 2024) Posted on April 15, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford It is not uncommon for breast augmentation patients at our Toronto plastic surgery center to be eager to return to the gym after surgery. However, jumping back into your normal workout routine can cause complications and slow down recovery. Following proper post-op instructions is necessary for a speedy recovery and optimal results. This post will … Read More