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
Eyelid Surgery and the ‘Zoom Boom’ Posted on January 7, 2021 By Dr. Derek Ford Many people have spent months meeting with co-workers and connecting socially with family and friends using video platforms such as Zoom and are casting a critical eye at their faces. Couple those Zoom meetings with wearing masks when we're in public, and a lot of people are noticing more than ever how our eyes can … Read More
Age Isn’t the Only Reason for Eyelid Surgery Posted on November 5, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford Even though most of the eyelid surgery patients we see at our Toronto and Oshawa offices are concerned about signs of aging, many younger men and women benefit from upper and lower blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) for reasons unrelated to age-related wrinkles and sagging skin. Focused on Our Eyes The concerns that prompt younger people to … Read More
Our Top Tummy Tuck Recovery Tips Posted on September 29, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford Tummy tuck surgery can slim the midsection, define the waistline, and create truly transformative results. However, because it's an extensive procedure, the surgery also requires significant recovery time. Many of our tummy tuck patients here in Toronto want to know one important thing: How can I heal quickly and return to my regular life as … Read More
How to Find the Best Facelift Surgeon in Your Area Posted on July 30, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford Many of our patients begin their plastic surgery journey with a familiar Google search: “best facelift surgeon in Toronto.” It’s always good to have high standards for the people performing your procedure. But when it comes to facial plastic surgeons, what exactly does the title of “best” really mean? Many factors are important to consider … Read More
Eyelid Surgery 101: Answering Your Most Commonly Asked Questions Posted on June 4, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford The eyes are among the first facial features to show signs of aging, thanks to the thin and delicate tissues in the area that are quick to sag and wrinkle. Thankfully, we can effectively correct many of the most common eyelid concerns with eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty). At my Toronto plastic surgery practice, the procedure is … 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
We Answered the Web’s Most Searched Facelift Questions Posted on January 30, 2020 By Dr. Derek Ford Plastic surgery is always a personal decision, but it's especially private when considering a facelift. At our Toronto practice, we receive a variety of questions from our facelift and neck lift patients. They want to reduce wrinkles, add facial volume, and look like younger versions of themselves. But they also want a delicate touch that … Read More
Should You Get a C-Tuck? Posted on November 4, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford A C-tuck is a procedure that's the subject of a lot of media buzz recently. It involves undergoing a tummy tuck immediately after a scheduled cesarean (C-section) delivery. For some mothers, it may seem like combining a C-section with a tummy tuck would be an ideal shortcut. But there are several problems with this idea. … Read More
Social vs. Physical Downtime After a Facelift Posted on October 1, 2019 By Dr. Derek Ford Patients planning to get a facelift before a big social event, such as a wedding or a class reunion, need to plan ahead because social recovery can last longer than your physical recovery. Many facelift patients at my Toronto practice feel comfortable returning to work a couple of weeks after their procedure. But they may … Read More