Combining Facelift With Eyelid Surgery Makes Sense Posted on September 15, 2016 By Dr. Derek Ford People considering facelift surgery sometimes mistakenly believe that the procedure has a rejuvenating effect on the entire face — from the forehead all the way to the jaw and neck. That's not the case, of course. A facelift addresses aesthetic concerns with the mid to lower regions of the face. When patients want to get … Read More
What to Expect After Your Facelift Posted on August 11, 2016 By Dr. Derek Ford Many of the concerns patients express during their facelift consultations have to do with the recovery. That's understandable, because — unlike body contouring or breast enhancement procedures — the signs that you had facelift surgery are plainly visible during the recovery. The good news is that the recovery process following a facelift, even if it's combined with … 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
Eyelid Surgery, Brow Lift, or Both? How to Decide Posted on June 27, 2016 By Dr. Derek Ford Many patients express general dissatisfaction with the area around their eyes, but they're somewhat unsure about how to improve their appearance. A few factors lead me to recommend eyelid surgery, a brow lift, or both for our Toronto patients. Sagging Forehead or Excess Skin? When patients are concerned about an overly angry or tired look, we … Read More
Who Is a Good Candidate for Eyelid Surgery? Posted on May 16, 2016 By Dr. Derek Ford One of the most common questions I see on communities such as RealSelf.com is people wanting to know whether they are good candidates for the plastic surgery treatments they're considering. This goes for many treatments, but one of the most popular is eyelid surgery, or blepharoplasty. I get inquiries from people in Toronto and beyond, … Read More
The Process Behind a Facelift Posted on April 15, 2016 By Dr. Derek Ford In recent years, facelift surgery has become one of the most popular cosmetic treatments in the world. As a plastic surgeon specializing in this procedure for patients in Oshawa and Toronto, I can attest to the transformative nature of the facelift, especially as advanced techniques have evolved in recent years, and I understand why it's … Read More
3 Ways Eyelid Surgery Can Change More Than Your Appearance Posted on March 3, 2016 By Dr. Derek Ford So many exciting events happen during spring and summer, from graduations and class reunions to weddings and family vacations. As you prepare, you'll want to look and feel your best. Let me recommend one of the most popular and simple rejuvenating treatments: eyelid surgery, sometimes called an eyelid lift or blepharoplasty. My experience as a … Read More