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Breast implants have been around for a long time, since the late nineteenth century in fact. In the early stages of the development of breast implants, many different substances were tried, sometimes with disastrous results. From injecting the breast with paraffin, through implants filled with soya oil, to implants filled with polyethylene chips, implants have had a long and chequered history. Used primarily as a reconstructive mechanism after a mastectomy, the use of implants gradually expanded to encompass cosmetic breast augmentation. The industry has been refined incredibly over the last few decades and now there are only two different fillers used; […]

The tummy tuck, by no means a new cosmetic surgery procedure, is getting itself a new name: the mommy tuck. That’s because young moms, no matter how fit or how slim they are, have trouble with stretched skin over the stomach area, particularly after their second child (and sometimes, even after the first). The skin just doesn’t bounce back no matter how many lotions and creams they try or how hard they exercise. Would you consider a mommy tuck? Not without researching all the facts first. Here’s what you need to know about the mommy tuck procedure. It’s more common than you […]

If this question interests you, it’s because you’ve hear of the remarkable results that can be achieved without any surgery when using Juvederm. In case you haven’t, let’s begin with a short description of the product that’s turning back the clock for men and women around the world. Simply put, Juvederm is a skin filler that is injected into the skin to restore volume. It’s based on a naturally occurring compound known as hyaluronic acid, so it can’t trigger allergies or have adverse effects. Although the filler itself isn’t permanent, it stimulates collagen production, helping you to look younger even after […]

Our noses are front and centre on our faces, and if we aren’t happy with their shape, it can be a real blow to our confidence. Many people think that going under the knife is the only possible solution, but that’s not the only option. Nowadays, non-surgical nose job (rhinoplasty) can correct many of the aesthetic issues that people have with their noses, restoring confidence and enhancing overall appearance. But how can the shape of your nose be changed without surgery? It could be as simple as getting a few dermal filler injections. Although non-surgical rhinoplasty can’t change the size of […]

The medical term for breast lift surgery is “mastopexy”, and it is used to restore breasts that have begun to sag, losing their previous contour. Breasts sag for a number of reasons: If you have large breasts, ordinary gravitational pull is enough to cause breasts to sag over the course of time. As women age, ligaments may begin to stretch, causing sagging. The natural support that your body gives your breasts becomes less effective. Many women notice this effect during menopause. Over decades, lack of a properly supportive bra can aggravate the effects of ageing and other factors that contribute to sagging breasts. Weight gain […]

Most people think that Botox is only used to smooth out wrinkles, but although it does this very effectively, that is by far not the only use for Botox. In some cases, it can provide relief from some very uncomfortable or embarrassing conditions, and many people have discovered that the health benefits of Botox go beyond the confidence it gives you from knowing your skin looks younger and fresher. Providing relief during recovery from neck muscle injury Whiplash: it’s a very painful injury, and healing takes some time. Although Botox can’t cure whiplash, it can provide pain relief by relaxing the muscles […]

Bearing in mind that breast augmentation is a surgical procedure, you can expect to need help, especially during the first 24 hours. Although you aren’t any danger, you should stay off your feet as much as possible, since a fall could cause damage, and you will be feeling rather groggy. Have a close friend or loved one with you, and ask them to accompany you when you need to get up to go to the bathroom, and to fetch and carry for you as needed. Preparation for your recovery begins before surgery Apart from arranging to have help at hand during the […]

As we age, our facial lines begin to deepen, and we begin to develop a multitude of new, fine lines that also deepen as time goes on. In contrast to Botox, which relaxes the area, minimising the appearance of lines, dermal fillers actually fill these lines after being injected under the skin. There are several types of dermal fillers, produced under a wide range of trade names, and a cosmetic surgeon will be able to advise you as to which of these suits you best. We look at the active ingredients used in dermal fillers. Hyaluronic Acid Hyaluronic acid isn’t some scary […]

Having children is one of the most wonderful life-experiences a couple can have, but poor mommy gets to bear the brunt of a great many physical changes, and sometimes, the body doesn’t bounce back as well as she may have hoped. That’s why “mommy makeovers” are becoming so popular, but they aren’t just one type of surgery. Mommy makeovers are a combination of surgeries aimed at undoing the damage that baby did. A consultation with your Toronto cosmetic surgeon will clarify which combination is right for you, but perhaps you will already see which procedures you would like to look into by […]