Even if you have never heard of the tear troughs, they are often problem areas for many of our patients. Located beneath the eyes and close to the nose, the tear troughs are often darkened, discolored or so deep that they cause numerous shadows. Problematic te...
Neck Lift A neck lift, also known as a lower rhytidectomy, is used to remove or lessen excess skin or fat deposits along the chin and neck area. This rejuvenating procedure is done within a day, and typically takes two to three weeks for the swelling to...
As we age, we will begin to accumulate wrinkles and loose skin. Facial fillers are a solution to this inevitable problem, and this is just one of the many things they can help with. Facial fillers are facial injections that consist of collagen, hyaluronic acid...
Aging is inevitable and there are thousands of creams for the face, neck and hands to help slow the process. But what about your lips? We all keep our lips moisturized with our favourite chapstick and that should be enough, right? But lip balms alone won&rsquo...
The nose was specially designed to breathe through. Since it was created for optimal breathing, the nose should be used for doing just that, rather than breathing through the mouth. At least seven reasons exist for why a person should consciously br...
Having any surgical procedure can be stressful. Your medical team is there to make it as easy and stress-free as possible for you. Before any procedure, there are important questions you need to ask in order to understand exactly what will happen on the day of...
Where is the valve of the nose? The nasal valve is the narrow area in the front of our nose that can contribute to the most resistance in our airflow through our nasal passages. There are actually two components to the valve, internal and external, and obstruction in this region...
If you've ever wanted to change the size or shape of your nose, you may be interested in rhinoplasty. This procedure, commonly referred to as a nose job, is a safe and effective way to augment the nose. Keep reading to learn more about rhinoplasty surger...
Septoplasty Basics Septoplasty, in a nutshell, is a type of surgical procedure. It aims to fix deviated septum problems. A deviated septum is a placement issue that involves the cartilage and the bones that split up the nostrils. When patie...
Any surgical procedure is guaranteed to rattle your nerves, and rhinoplasty is no different. Even after deciding on a doctor and going through the preparation process, there are often new stressors at every turn. Hopefully, we can help take some of the...
Simple Tips to Treat and Prevent Allergies Seasonal allergies are a major source of concern for many people. Although spring is usually a reason for most people to celebrate, for allergy sufferers, those winter thaws are a sure sign that several months o...
If you've already had the procedure done, you can breathe - literally! However, sometimes the time after the surgery can be even more stressful than the time before. Read this guide to get some tips on how to handle the aftermath, and your ne...
