Eyelid Surgery and the ‘Zoom Boom’ Posted on January 7, 2021 By Dr. Derek Ford Many people have spent months meeting with co-workers and connecting socially with family and friends using video platforms such as Zoom and are casting a critical eye at their faces. Couple those Zoom meetings with wearing masks when we're in public, and a lot of people are noticing more than ever how our eyes can … Read More
Age Isn’t the Only Reason for Eyelid Surgery Posted on November 5, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford Even though most of the eyelid surgery patients we see at our Toronto and Oshawa offices are concerned about signs of aging, many younger men and women benefit from upper and lower blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) for reasons unrelated to age-related wrinkles and sagging skin. Focused on Our Eyes The concerns that prompt younger people to … 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
Nonsurgical Options to Eyelid Surgery: Do They Work? 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 at my Toronto and Oshawa offices because they have wrinkled skin, droopy eyelids, and fat bulges under the eyes. In some cases, however, … Read More
What Is the Best Nonsurgical Treatment for Droopy or Baggy Eyelids? 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
Eyelid Surgery: Why Experience Matters Posted on May 15, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford The eyes are the focal point of the face and play a key role in the way we come across to others. When drooping eyelids cause you to appear tired or worn, an expertly performed eyelid surgery can open up the face and create a more awake and youthful look. I have dedicated years of … Read More
5 Common Eyelid Surgery Recovery Myths: Scars to Dry Eye Posted on January 14, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford Many patients tell me that because of the appearance of their eyes, they're often asked if they're feeling tired, even when they're well-rested and feeling energized. Often the culprit is sagging or wrinkled eyelids, and the good news is that eyelid surgery can usually address this common condition. However, men and women considering eyelid surgery … Read More
Take 2: Revision Eyelid Surgery Posted on October 15, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford Many people are surprised to learn that eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is annually 1 of the top 5 cosmetic surgical procedures performed in Canada and the U.S. My eyelid surgery patients in Toronto are overwhelmingly satisfied with their outcomes, but I also see women and men who have had the same procedure elsewhere and aren't happy … Read More
How Long After Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) Can I Wear Makeup? Posted on May 15, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford Eyelid surgery at my Toronto practice and nationwide has become a popular cosmetic procedure. In 2020 alone, over 325,000 eyelid surgeries were performed in North America, landing this surgery a No. 2 spot in the top 5 aesthetic surgical procedures. Many patients are eager to show off their new, refreshed look, but it is important … Read More
What You Need to Know About Blepharoplasty Recovery Posted on February 15, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, at our Toronto plastic surgery center can be a great way to shed years off your appearance without drastically changing how you look. As with any cosmetic procedure, it is important to understand not only the procedure, but also the recovery. This post will discuss several aspects of eyelid surgery recovery … Read More