How Can I Benefit from Lower Eyelid Surgery?
How Can I Benefit from Lower Eyelid Surgery? Noticeable “eye bags,” fine wrinkles, crepe-like skin, and dark circles under the eyes are some of the many signs of lower eyelid aging that numerous men and women begin to experience over time. Typically caused by protruding pockets of fat combined with loss of skin elasticity and chronic sun exposure, these common aesthetic concerns can often make people appear tired or worn out, despite how they truly feel. For individuals interested in reversing some or all of these aging indications in the lower lids, lower blepharoplasty – commonly referred to as lower […]
Read MoreWhat Are the Benefits of Upper Blepharoplasty?
Do you feel the appearance of your eyes (more specifically the upper eyelids) makes you look older than you actually are? Over time, the elasticity of our eyelid skin begins to diminish, frequently leading to drooping of the upper lids as well as the formation of creases and wrinkles, puffiness, and various other signs of aging that can add years to our facial aesthetic. In some instances, the excess skin can even obstruct our upper field of vision. For individuals experiencing concerns about the appearance of the upper lids, upper blepharoplasty can be performed to rejuvenate the look of the […]
Read MoreToronto Plastic Surgeon Reveals When Breast Lift with Implants Should Be Considered
Dr. Lawrence Tong of the Yorkville Institute of Plastic Surgery highlights the various benefits of combining mastopexy and breast augmentation for qualified patients. Toronto, ON — According to Toronto plastic surgeon Lawrence Tong, MD, a mastopexy (breast lift) may achieve some upper pole fullness, but the procedure performed by itself will not increase the overall size of the breasts. Likewise, a breast augmentation can often produce a minor lift, but implants alone cannot correct considerable ptosis (drooping). For these reasons, he notes that a breast lift combined with breast augmentation may be necessary to achieve optimal results for certain women […]
Read MoreWhat Are My Incision Options for Breast Lift with Implants?
When performing a breast lift with augmentation, breast implants can typically be placed without the need for additional incisions, so the type of incision utilized will be dictated by the particular mastopexy method being employed. At my practice, the three different breast lift techniques I offer are periareolar mastopexy, short scar mastopexy, and traditional mastopexy. For periareolar mastopexy, the incision will be made around the areola at the border between lighter and darker skin. Similarly, the incision used for short scar mastopexy also encircles the areola, with the addition of a vertical incision extending from the bottom of the areola […]
Read MoreAm I a Candidate for Breast Lift with Breast Augmentation?
As I highlighted in my previous blog post, combining a breast augmentation with breast lift surgery can provide several benefits for qualified patients. So what makes a patient qualified? You may be a good candidate for breast lift with implants if one or more of following apply: You desire to have your breasts lifted while also increasing their size. You are interested in a breast lift, but you desire more overall fullness than can be achieved with mastopexy (breast lift) alone. You are interested in breast augmentation, but implants alone cannot correct the amount of breast drooping (ptosis) present. You […]
Read MoreBenefits of a Breast Lift Combined with Augmentation
Over time, breasts can begin to droop and lose volume as a result of age, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, or simply the effects of gravity. Depending on the degree of ptosis (drooping) and/or volume loss present, patients seeking to restore a more youthful breast projection and contour may be candidates for either a breast lift, a breast augmentation, or a combination of both. Though a breast lift can typically achieve improved fullness in the upper pole of the breast, the procedure will not allow for notable overall volume enhancement. In fact, breast lift surgery performed alone will not increase cup […]
Read MoreWhat Are My Lip Enhancement Options?
Whether you feel your lips are too full, too thin, or too droopy, lip enhancement can often be an excellent cosmetic option for rejuvenating the appearance around the mouth. Below, I’ve highlighted three effective lip enhancement techniques that can achieve excellent outcomes for qualified patients. Lip Lift A lip lift is a popular procedure for rejuvenation of the mouth due to aging or facial disproportion. Depending on your unique needs, there are two methods that can be employed: the central lip lift and the corner lip lift. Normally, 2-3 mm of the edge of the teeth should be visible when […]
Read MoreWhat Can Lip Enhancement Do for Me?
The perioral region is often neglected in facial rejuvenation, yet the minor enhancements of this area can make a significant impact on one’s overall facial appearance. Some of the most common issues that may be addressed with respect to lip enhancement include: A long upper lip Lip asymmetries and/or undesirably-shaped lips Downward sagging at the corners of the lips Thin or undefined lips Overly large lips Wrinkles on the lips At Yorkville Institute of Plastic Surgery, I offer a number of different lip enhancement options to treat the various concerns listed above. These lip enhancement techniques include central lip lifting, […]
Read MoreWhat Are the Benefits of Chin Augmentation?
An issue I sometimes hear from patients is that they feel their chin looks “too small” and/or “weak.” For individuals experiencing this concern, I often recommend chin augmentation as a procedure that can add volume while also enhancing facial harmony. Key benefits of chin augmentation can include: An increase in the chin’s projection An increase in the width of the chin An increase in the vertical height of the chin A decrease or elimination of chin dimpling Concealment of jowls An overall improvement of facial proportions The two chin augmentation options offered at my practice are dermal fillers and chin […]
Read MoreDr. Tong Discusses Fat Grafting and the Dangers of ‘DIY’ Plastic Surgery
Many stories have been featured in the media recently, regarding the risks of ‘DIY’ (do-it-yourself) plastic surgery, in particular fat grafting and other injectable augmentation procedures. The story of an American woman named Apryl Brown is an especially tragic example that has gained international news coverage, putting the spotlight on discounted medical procedures performed by non-medical personnel. Apryl Brown’s story began when she was informed by a female acquaintance that Brown could have buttock enlargement with silicone injections at a cut-rate price. Brown agreed to the procedure, and received two courses of injections to her buttocks at the woman’s house. […]
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