CONSULTATION
The consultation process is extremely important toward ensuring a successful tummy tuck. Patients should be prepared to discuss their complete medical history, sharing information on the medications they take and any medical conditions they may have. During the consultation with your surgeon, the price for a tummy tuck will also be discussed.
PREPARING FOR TUMMY TUCK:
FOUR WEEKS BEFORE SURGERY
Cigarettes, cigars, tobacco chew, and pipes should all be avoided from this period onward. Nicotine use interferes with circulation and puts patients at higher risk of experiencing complications during tummy tuck recovery or while receiving anaesthesia.
THREE WEEKS BEFORE SURGERY
Any of the pre-operative tests […]
Men with abnormally puffy nipples/areolae suffer from one of the most common forms of gynecomastia (excessive breast growth). The condition becomes apparent when a collection of gland and/or fatty tissue gathers below the areola (or slightly beyond it). This deposit causes the areola to appear dome shaped and can lead men to feel discomfort and embarrassment.
Puffy nipples/areolae most commonly develop in young, adolescent adults, but the problem can affect other men as they grow into middle or older age. Most often the condition is caused by a hormonal imbalance, obesity or a combination of both of these factors. Teenagers who […]
Patients who are careful to follow all postoperative instructions drastically increase the likelihood of experiencing a quick and easy ear pinning recovery process. Dr. Fialkov will provide complete details to you before the surgery that, you should follow to facilitate your recovery.Guidelines For A Safe Pinnaplasty RecoveryYou should expect to have sore ears after the pinnaplasty procedure is finished. The level of discomfort is generally fairly mild, however, and can be effectively managed with the pain medication prescribed before surgery. If your ears become more painful at any time after the first few days after surgery, immediately contact Dr. Fialkov […]
Like any form of surgery, rhinoplasty entails a certain level of risk of which every potential patient should be aware. Deciding whether or not to undergo the procedure is a completely personal decision, based on balancing the potential complications with achievable aesthetic benefits. Dr. Jeffrey Fialkov, our craniofacial Plastic Surgeon, will discuss these risks with you in full detail before scheduling your surgery. During the consultation, he will be able to assess how an individual’s unique circumstances (health, facial features, expectations, etc.) can affect the success of the surgery. Using this knowledge, each patient must then decide whether or not […]
Most of us believe that their aesthetic treatment should targets specific facial features, however, the best results can only be achieved when a more holistic approach is taken.TREATING THE ENTIRE FACEMany people who are unhappy with their appearance believe that altering their nose will provide the kind of improvement they desire. A study conducted by the University of Verona, Italy, and published in JAMA Facial Plastic Surgery has found that this approach may not have the desired effect. Instead, the study found that the best results are achieved when a patient’s nose and chin are treated together.
The researchers looked at […]
You most likely want to recover from your Breast Augmentation surgery and get back to your normal schedule as quickly as possible. The faster the better, which is why we perform Rapid Recovery Breast Augmentation.
We seek to make your recovery as quick as possible. The overall goal of Rapid Recovery is to minimize the use of strong pain medications, medical devices (like drainage tubes or pain pumps) and allow you to resume your normal activities within a short amount of time. You’ll be treated with expert skill and surgical caution, as well as be prescribed proactive medications in order to […]
Rhinoplasty, or a nose job, can help you achieve a more balanced facial contour by targeting aesthetic concerns affecting your nose. Issues affecting the entire nose may be addressed, specific the nostrils, bridge, tip and overall size or shape.
Your rhinoplasty is performed by our cranio facial Plastic Surgeon. Dr. Fialkov has extensive experience performing primary and revision rhinoplasty.
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Once you’ve decided to have your breasts enhanced, it can be difficult to wait for your actual surgery date to arrive! As you count down the weeks and days until your Toronto breast augmentation, you will probably be looking for ways to pass the time but also to prepare. Here are five dos and don’ts to get you started:
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1. Ask your surgeon anything and everything you want to know. Your private medical consultation is an excellent opportunity to have questions answered and learn about the procedure. However, there is almost always at least one more question that comes to mind […]
One of the most crucial factors when it comes to determining your result after a Toronto tummy tuck is the quality of your recovery period. Planning ahead for this important time can make a world of a difference when it comes to having peace of mind feeling physically as good as possible.
To begin, it is important to ensure that you are undergoing your tummy tuck at a period when you can comfortably take at least two weeks off from work. Although healing time may vary depending on your individual condition as well as how much work your surgeon does, two […]
Dissatisfaction with breast size and shape is a common feeling for many women and a breast augmentation is an excellent way to address this concern. However, the thought of a surgery can be intimidating. At Edelstein Cosmetic, a leading plastic surgery clinic in Toronto, we encourage our patients to learn about simple steps they can take to prepare for a breast augmentation which helps relieve jitters and ensure a speedy recovery.
Regardless of where you are on the journey for a Toronto breast augmentation, we have provided some tips to help you plan.
Step 1
When you first decide to undergo a breast […]
