Breast Implants or Fat Transfer? Why Not 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 really means having breasts that are … 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
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