Spring is finally starting to settle in, which has us feeling hopeful that summer isn’t too far away! After such a long, harsh winter, we can’t wait for long days in the sun and warm evenings. In just a few short months it will be time for summer dresses, crop tops and bikinis. However, if you’re a mom, the idea of revealing your post-baby body this summer might be making you feel insecure.
With a mommy makeover in Toronto, your surgeon can perform procedures to give you the figure you had before your pregnancy. Read on to learn more about the […]
As you prepare for your Toronto breast augmentation, you will learn that the consultation meeting with your plastic surgeon is one of the most important steps of this journey. It is your chance to meet the person who may operate on you and decide if they can help you become your best self. A typical consultation meeting can last between 15 minutes to more than an hour depending on your pace because you should not feel rushed. To help you make the best use of this opportunity, we have made a preparation guide for you.Before you attend your initial consultation, […]
A breast augmentation is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to enhance the bust, and create a more desirable shape. In most cases, women who opt to undergo breast augmentation surgery hope to achieve results that are as natural as possible. Unfortunately, in some cases, the implant begins to ripple, in a way which can be seen and felt through the skin.
In addition to detracting from the results of the augmentation, implant rippling can be a source of embarrassment as it is a clear indication of the enhancement, which many women hope will remain undetected. Luckily, there are several ways to […]
Many physical changes occur over time as a result of the natural aging process, including the thinning of the lips. As a result, many individuals decide to undergo cosmetic procedures to improve their lips for a more youthful appearance. With the help of an experienced professional, lip enhancements can yield amazing, natural results. Unfortunately, in some instances, excessive or poorly-done enhancements result in a “trout-pout,” where the upper lip is disproportionately larger than the lower lip. However, thanks to recent advancements in technology, there are many effective and safe options available for lip alterations which do not result in the […]
Double chin, also known as submental fullness, is a common problem and can be very difficult to get rid of. Some people, whether due to genetics or weight gain, cannot lose fat in this area no matter how generally fit they are. A combination of fat deposits and loose skin can cause a bulge and a crease which gives the appearance of a second, lower chin. Excess skin and lax muscles in the neck area are generally best treated with a neck lift which allows for surgically tightening muscles and removing excess skin. This can be done in conjunction with […]
Stubborn double chin fat, also known as submental fullness. Is a common problem and tricky to get rid of. Some people, whether due to genetics or weight gain, cannot lose fat in this area no matter how generally fit they are. For men who wear a shirt and tie every day, it can be particularly frustrating as certain collars accentuate the double chin. When Toronto patients decide to pursue a cosmetic procedure for reduction of the fat under their chin, they will generally have two, effective options from which to choose: liposuction or Belkyra injections.
The two procedures differ in a […]
There is an amazing new solution for stubborn, “double chin” fat. Not only is it non-surgical and safe but it provides dramatic results with just a few in-office treatments.
Belkyra (deoxycholic acid) is also known as Kybella in the United States. Kybella is the trade name for ATX-101, a patented synthetic form of deoxycholic acid, a naturally occurring bile salt which is found naturally in the body and helps to emulsify fats among other functions. Used for injectable cosmetic treatment, Belkyra destroys fat cells where it is injected. Belkyra has been approved for the treatment of moderate to severe submental or, […]
News about the cosmetic industry’s newest fat-melting miracle product is spreading everywhere in 2017. Belkyra, known as Kybella in the United States, has been marketed heavily by Allergan who purchased the product’s maker, Kythera in 2015 for $2.1 billion. According to Carly Helfand of www.fiercepharma.com.
In the first three quarters of 2016, Kybella earned $38.2 million, but trends show that sales are on the rise because they recorded more than a third of that amount in the third quarter with $14.2 million and the earnings have been increasing since. With the explosion of patient testimonials and advertising finally reaching the average […]
Belkyra is the latest, innovative, non-surgical treatment available to shrink fat and its benefits are amazing. Belkyra is also known as Kybella in the United States. Deoxycholic acid is a bile salt found naturally in the body which helps to emulsify fats as well as other functions. Kybella, or Belkyra, is a synthetic form of this, used for injectable cosmetic treatment. Belkyra destroys fat cells where it is injected. Belkyra has been approved for the treatment of moderate to severe submental or, “double chin” fat in Canada and the US.
Stubborn fat deposits under the chin can be a frustration for […]
The question of age and abdominoplasty seems to come up frequently, and more specifically people are asking at what age abdominoplasty procedures are usually performed. The disappointing response is that it’s nearly impossible to answer this question with any sort of accuracy. The reason being, is that there is no “normal” age or time frame for a person to have an abdominoplasty procedure performed. Many surgeons report performing the procedure on patients ranging from their early twenties to their late sixties, and even into their seventies in some cases. Most often, the decision is made irrespective of the patients’ specific […]
