Tips for a Smooth Breast Augmentation Recovery Posted on October 29, 2024 By Dr. Derek Ford Breast enhancement is an exciting step toward achieving your aesthetic goals, but planning for a smooth recovery is essential. The recovery process varies by individual, but understanding what to expect—including the degree of swelling to expect day by day as your breast augmentation recovery progresses—can help you feel more at ease. At Ford Plastic Surgery, … Read More
Ford Plastic Surgery in Toronto, Ontario Posted on April 4, 2024 By Dr. Derek Ford Top Toronto Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Derek Ford, Dr. Steven Hanna, and Dr. Laura Snell at Ford Plastic Surgery are dedicated to empowering patients to embody their desired self-image. Whether seeking breast procedures, facial surgery, breast procedures, body contouring, or non-surgical treatments, these Ontario-based specialists excel in enhancing both appearance and confidence. Dr. Ford specializes in … Read More
How To Prepare for Breast Augmentation Posted on November 16, 2023 By Dr. Derek Ford Deciding to have breast augmentation is both exhilarating and significant. And as with any important life choice, preparation is vital. This blog post will help you create a pre- and post-surgery checklist to lay the groundwork for an easier, stress-free recovery. Your Pre-Surgery Consultation: Understanding What's Ahead Think of your pre-surgery consultation with your surgeon … Read More
Choosing the Right Breast Implant Size: 5 Things To Know Posted on May 23, 2022 By Dr. Derek Ford Choosing the right breast implant size is one of the most important decisions you’ll make on your breast augmentation journey. As a Toronto plastic surgeon, I know opting for the right implant size makes all the difference when it comes to achieving results that look natural and fit your lifestyle. In this blog post, I’ll … Read More
What to Look for in Breast Augmentation Before-and-After Photos Posted on January 19, 2022 By Dr. Derek Ford Many women begin their breast augmentation research by looking at before-and-after photos. This can be an exciting, effective way to understand what the procedure can achieve and get a look at real patient results. However, when you’re browsing countless photo galleries, you may not know exactly what you should be looking out for. Can you … Read More
4 Questions To Ask at Your Breast Augmentation Consultation Posted on September 30, 2021 By Dr. Derek Ford The start of every breast augmentation journey begins with a private consultation. At my Toronto practice, I’ve helped countless women discuss their treatment options and confirm their goals for their procedure. This initial consultation is also a great time for patients to ask any pressing questions they might have. And while there’s never a “wrong” … 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 really means having breasts that are … Read More
How to Choose the Best Plastic Surgeon for Your Breast Augmentation Posted on March 10, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford It can be both exciting and intimidating to begin your search for the best plastic surgeon to perform your breast augmentation in Toronto. If you’re like many people, you may find it challenging to sift through or make sense of the wealth of information that’s available online today. With input about credentials, facilities, specializations, and … Read More
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? Posted on February 15, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford When I consult with women considering breast augmentation at my Toronto practice, I sometimes have to explain that they probably need a breast augmentation with a lift. That's typically not an easy conversation to have because many women believe they can get the results they want with breast augmentation alone. But after discussing it, they … Read More