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If you are contemplating undergoing plastic surgery, no amount of researching on the internet can give you answers or put your mind at ease than having a one-on-one consultation with a reputable plastic surgeon like Dr. Pirani, at the Toronto Plastic Surgery Center. Patients who ask their doctors about the different concerns they have, get answers and peace of mind. In fact, patients who have many questions answered make the most informed decisions regarding cosmetic surgery. However, there are certain key questions you should definitely ask your potential plastic surgeon.   Q. Are you board certified to practice plastic and cosmetic surgery? The […]

Q. How does Botox® work? Botox® is an FDA approved treatment that weakens the muscles where the injections are administered. This non surgical procedure is injected in a controlled way so that the injected muscles contract, making the wrinkles and lines on your face relax, giving you a younger and fresher look. Botox® blocks your nerve signals from reaching our facial muscles, thereby preventing your muscles from contracting. This in turn halts wrinkles, fine lines and crow’s feet from appearing on your face. Q. How is Botox® administered? When administered by an expert practitioner like Dr. Pirani, it is a painless process that […]

When it comes to achieving a more youthful appearance, facial fillers are a great way to give yourself a makeover that highlights your best features. There are many different types of fillers that can be best used in certain areas of the face. Each filler works differently, to help smooth your skin, eliminate wrinkles and give you an overall younger appearance. We can help you to determine which filler will best solve your problem areas. Whether you have wrinkles, fine lines, or lips in need of plumping, there is a filler that will have you looking and feeling your best. While […]

Front and center on your face, if you’re not happy with your nose, it can be pretty hard to hide. Up until recently, undergoing rhinoplasty to get a nose job was one of the only ways to get a nose that better suited your face. Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that involves removing bone or cartilage, or adding tissue, which certainly isn’t something everyone is willing to undergo. That’s where non-surgical nose jobs have gained popularity. This is a treatment that involves the use of fillers to reshape the nose. Knowing the difference between procedures will help you decide which one […]

The first thing most people notice about other people when they first meet them or see them is the face. The face is the one part of the body that is constantly exposed to the elements, the part of the body that expresses the joys and sorrows of life, and the part of the body that can show the world just who you are. With all of these factors, the face can age, leaving you feeling much older than you are. An easy remedy for this is a face lift. Face lifts are a common and popular way to rejuvenate the […]

While you might not hear about it a lot, there are many males with enlarged breasts – this is called gynecomastia and can be a huge blow to their self confidence. While up to half of men may experience the condition to some degree, those who don’t want to live with it may find that male breast reduction is the best option. The procedure can help men with enlarged breasts regain their masculinity and feel more confident about their body. For those who have gynecomastia, male breast reduction surgery is one of the most effective courses of treatment for removing enlarged […]

Are you tired of using tricky makeup techniques to give yourself the appearance of fuller lips? With lip augmentation, you can have the luscious lips you always dreamed with only an injection. Your lips will be kiss worthy, and you’ll have plenty of reasons to smile. Learn a little about lip augmentation so you can schedule an appointment! What is lip augmentation? While the name can be scary to some people, lip augmentation is a fairly simple cosmetic procedure that is most commonly achieved through having dermal filler injected into the lips to give them a fuller appearance. What is dermal filler? Dermal filler […]

Before we get into the different types of wrinkle fillers, let’s first examine what causes wrinkles. There are three different levels to the skin, namely, the epidermis, the dermis, and the hypodermis. The epidermis is a layer of hardened cells that helps to protect you from the ravages of the sun and environmental pollutants. The dermis is filled with fibers that give the skin elasticity. The dermis is also where you find collagen. The hypodermis contains fat which the body needs to regulate your temperature, and for insulation as well as a ready source of energy. As you age, the different layers […]

Also known as the non-surgical facelift, the soft lift produces dramatic results without the pain and long recovery periods associated with surgical facelifts. It’s a bit like real-life Photoshop. When you look in the mirror, you look years younger, but it’s not just your mirror being kind – everyone else will notice that you somehow look younger and fresher. They’ll never guess how you did it! What is this wonderful procedure? What does it do and what does it entail? What is a soft lift? A soft lift is a customised rejuvenating treatment that consists of a combination of dermal fillers like Juvederm and […]

Your nose: it sits right in the middle of your face, and there’s no covering it up. Although we firmly believe that beauty comes in many different guises, there is a definite modern aesthetic for the nose. Men and women who fall outside of this aesthetic might feel that they would like their nose to have a little less “character.” Most people don’t even know that minor anomalies related to the shape for their nose can be corrected non-surgically. So, if you pricked up your ears when you first heard about non-surgical nose jobs, then read on to find out what […]