Does A Non Surgical Eyelid Lift Work? (Before and After Photos) Posted on July 27, 2024 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 (blepharoplasty) because they have sagging, droopy eyelids and fat bulges under the eyes. In some cases, however, surgery isn’t necessary or combining surgical … Read More
Liposuction Recovery Time: A Guide to Different Treatment Areas Posted on January 17, 2024 By Dr. Derek Ford As a Royal College-certified plastic surgeon, one of the most common questions I hear from liposuction patients is about the recovery process. Although our SAFElipo procedure is gentle and minimally invasive, it is still a surgical operation with downtime and unique considerations based on the areas treated. To help you understand what to expect after … Read More
Breast Implants or Fat Transfer? A Hybrid Breast Augmentation Accomplishes Both! Posted on March 5, 2021 By Dr. Derek Ford Many of the women considering breast augmentation at my Toronto plastic surgery practice are seeking a more modest increase in the size of their breasts than what breast enhancement patients wanted 10 to 20 years ago. It's common to hear a patient say her goal is "natural-looking results," which means having breasts that are proportional … Read More
Fat as Filler: Fat Grafting for Facial Rejuvenation Posted on January 24, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford Transferring fat from an area of the body where it's unwanted--such as the abdomen or thighs--to the face to create a more youthful appearance is a process called fat grafting. I often use this technique during a neck or facelift at my Toronto practice to put the finishing touches on the procedure. Fat grafting--or fat … Read More
What a Facelift Can — and Can’t — Do for You Posted on July 27, 2016 By Dr. Derek Ford With good reason, facelift surgery at our Toronto practice and around the world routinely prevails as a popular option for cosmetic facial rejuvenation, but it's important to have a clear understanding of its virtues—and limitations. Briefly, these are the common concerns that facelift surgery can remedy, as well as the occasions when another option may … Read More