Two facial features that contribute greatly to the aesthetic appeal of the face are the cheeks and chin. They claim the majority of the structural foundation that comprises your face. If this structure lacks definition, volume or prominence, it can adversely affect the aesthetics of the entire face.Dr. Jeffrey A. Fialkov has been honoured with a number of awards recognizing his work by such professional organizations like The British Association of Plastic Surgeons and The Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons. His position as Associate Professor of the Division of Plastic Surgery at the University of Toronto fosters a refinement of […]
Brow lift (forehead lift) is a cosmetic procedure designed to decrease the excess skin or ‘hooding’ in the upper eyelids, elevate the eyebrows, and decrease the deep creases of the forehead and frown lines between the eyebrows.
Aging, gravity, and excessive forehead muscle activity causes drooping of the eyebrows and deep forehead wrinkles. This creates a heaviness around the upper eyelids that often makes a person look constantly sad, angry, or tired.
Browlift leads to a more youthful appearance of the upper eyelids and eyebrows, as well as a smoother forehead.
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Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is a cosmetic surgery which can help remove puffiness underneath the eyes as well as bags and dark circles. It’s important to understand what blepharoplasty is not. This procedure isn’t intended to remove wrinkles at the corners of the eyes (such as crow’s feet), although the procedure can have a dramatically positive cosmetic effect. For some patients, functional blepharoplasty may be needed, as opposed to an operation which is strictly cosmetic. In these cases, it’s usually administered to correct ptosis, a condition in which the upper eyelid sags, droops, or is otherwise too long and enters […]
The healing time for a given procedure varies between different patients. The following represents the general recovery you might expect following your Toronto blepharoplasty. Individual patients may experience variations from this course.
When you awake from your surgery you will be in the recovery room. There will be small white tapes (steri-strips) covering your incisions. You will be able to go home when you have fully recovered from the sedation. There must be a driver who will be responsible for taking you home following your cosmetic eyelid surgery.
This information applies to whether you have lower eyelid surgery or upper eyelid surgery.Your […]
Scientific research has found that the eyes contribute significantly to the measurement of beauty as it pertains to the human face. While the perception of beauty is subjective, what is generally favoured are eyes that are larger, wider and more prominent, qualities that may be attributed to the presence of a crease or fold in the upper eyelids.
An upper eyelid that has no crease or fold, which is typically referred to as a monolid. A monolid can make the eye appear smaller and obstruct the prominence of the iris (the coloured portion of the eye). A monolid may make the […]
Blepharoplasty, or cosmetic eyelid surgery, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that removes saggy, wrinkled skin on your upper and lower eyelids to rejuvenate your appearance, making you look brighter and youthful. It is designed to address puffiness, bags, droopiness, and wrinkles.
Double eyelid surgery is a specific type of blepharoplasty that creates a crease in the upper eyelid for patients who lack one. By adding a “double eyelid”, the eyes appear larger and brighter. It is one of the most commonly requested procedures for patients of East Asian descent.
Double Eyelid Surgery to create a crease in the upper eyelids
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The benefits of facelift surgery aren’t quite as obvious as they might seem—they’re actually quite subjective and may differ greatly from one patient to another. Of course the general goal is to look better, but what’s often more important for patients who have this kind of cosmetic treatment is feeling better. The natural aging process can take an unsettling toll on our appearance which can lead to reduced confidence and general unhappiness—a facelift performed by a skilled plastic surgeon can have age defying results which “turn back the clock” and give you your youthful, vibrant appearance back.
Looking and feeling younger […]
If you are considering Rhinoplasty surgery, you should have ample opportunity to speak with your surgeon BEFORE the surgery. You should take advantage of this and ask as many questions as you need to to ensure that you understand the entire process.
You never want to just jump into a procedure without knowing everything there is to know about it. You want to plan accordingly and learn as much as possible to help you make the right decision for yourself.
If you are stuck on what to ask your surgeon, we will go over some questions that you can write down and […]
Every patient who undergoes a nose job is unique. Their particular facial features, health and expectations determine what surgical techniques are applied to achieve the most desirable enhancement. While every patient is different, many Asian patients share several key nasal and facial characteristics (these may or may not apply to you).
Nasal Tip Projection and Definition
If the tip of a person’s nose does not project fully enough, Dr. Fialkov will use cartilage suturing and grafting techniques that require the utmost precision to increase tip projection. In the Asian nose, this often requires enhancing the definition of the nasal tip. This can […]
Lip augmentation is a cosmetic procedure that increases the volume and improves the shape of thin lips, in order to enhance their appearance. This relatively quick procedure, which uses injectable dermal fillers made of hyaluronic acid to make a number of small injections in the target areas, has immediate results. However, a couple of days are required for recovery before you can fully enjoy your new, plump lips.
In order to attain the best possible results, it is important to follow all aftercare instructions provided by your doctor. The following is a guideline of what you can expect throughout the healing […]
