Tips for a Smooth Recovery After Facelift Surgery Posted on December 15, 2018 By Dr. Derek Ford The women and men who come in for facelift consultations at my Toronto plastic surgery practice are often more concerned about the recovery than the procedure itself. The truth is the recovery following a facelift is usually much more comfortable than patients anticipate. That's especially true if they follow the post-op instructions we provide. Additionally, … 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
Double Chin? A Neck Lift Is Your Best Option Posted on December 20, 2017 By Dr. Derek Ford If you're concerned about having a "double chin," you've probably read a lot about nonsurgical treatments that promise to create the sculpted jawline that both men and women desire. While I encourage patients to choose the least invasive option that achieves their goals, in most cases I recommend reducing the appearance of a double chin … Read More
3 Reasons to Have Your Facelift in the Fall Posted on July 8, 2017 By Dr. Derek Ford If you're thinking about facial rejuvenation here in Toronto, you've probably considered the importance of timing as well as the other nuances of your surgery. In addition to wondering when in your life is the right time, there's also the question of when in the year is the right time. Before moving on, remember that … Read More
How to Look (And Feel) Your Best for Wedding Season Posted on May 25, 2017 By Dr. Derek Ford Early summer is unofficially "wedding season," and by now you might have RSVP’d to several. Sure, the dancing and the cake are exciting to look forward to, but the photographs may not be. If you find yourself shying away from pictures, there's still time to refresh your profile. From facelift to eyelid surgery, my Toronto … Read More
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
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
Welcome to Our Blog Posted on October 8, 2015 By Dr. Derek Ford Whether you're considering plastic surgery in Toronto or a nearby community such as Oshawa or Whitby, navigating your landscape of options can be a daunting task. For this reason, I've decided to add a blog to my website. I'll keep it regularly updated with plain-language discussions of the topics that interest my patients most, including: … Read More