At Oakville Plastic Surgery & Medspa, we have been in on the secret of microneedling for a while, and now the mainstream beauty media is catching on to this non-invasive treatment that takes the heat out of skin regeneration. Unlike lasers and radiofrequency devices, which rely on the delivery of heat to activate a wound-healing […]
A recent report from the American Cancer Society has pushed back the recommended age for women to begin annual mammograms from 40 to 45 years of age. This has stirred up controversy in the medical community, with many physicians pushing back against this change in their recommendations. Here in Canada, the Canadian Cancer Society recommends […]
It is the season of the lip: voluminous lips are in, and rather than being led astray by beauty myths, we invite you to follow our expert tips to safely realize beautiful lips that are uniquely suited to you. Steps to beautiful lips. I) Consult an expert injector. The most effective, safe and lasting way […]
The New Year means a time of renewal for many of us, but the fact remains that we are experiencing the dead of winter; limited daylight hours and the business of life can leave us looking and feeling a little drained. In this post, we share with Oakville and Southern Ontario patients our favourite tips […]
Breast implants are often associated with addressing a women’s desire to increase her breast size; however, for patients who have noticed the volume of their breasts has decreased over time due to pregnancy, weight loss and/or aging changes, a breast augmentation also be performed to restore and rejuvenate the look of the breasts. Is breast […]
Aging is inevitable—how well we age, however, is something over which we have a measure of control. An area that tends to show the signs of aging the most rapidly is the neck. This is due to the dry, sensitive and thin nature of neck skin. There are skincare habits that can keep the neck […]
The cooler temperatures that accompany winter weather affect more than our choice of clothing—they have an effect on how our skin feels as well. Dryness, dehydration and seasonal outbreaks of eczema and psoriasis are not uncommon when the mercury descends. In addition to the discomfort these changes may cause, the skin often appears dull and […]
There are many fantastic options to maintain skin firmness at home; often such remedies involve the topical application of medical grade skincare containing peptides and vitamin C, which are renowned for their collagen synthesizing benefits. While it is vital to integrate these treatments into your daily anti-aging routine to maintain firmness, there comes a point […]
Acne can have profoundly negative effects on the self-confidence of acne sufferers, which is further compounded by the presence of scars after the blemishes have cleared. The textural scars and discolouration that are left behind adds salt to the literal wound. Fortunately, Oakville patients concerned with acne scars have access to a safe and effective […]
Is it the relaxed pace of life and ample opportunities for fun with friends that produce a summer glow? Perhaps—but more realistically, it relates to the increased oil production that keeps our skin hydrated and moist. As the temperature dips with the arrival of fall and winter, these oil secretions decrease. This, in combination with […]
