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Revitalizing Your Skin with Photofacials 2008-03-31 09:53:19 Intense pulsed light operates in a spectrum of light which has been adapted for use in the cosmetic procedure known as a photofacial. The photofacial device allows the light to penetrate through the skin to the places where normally dilated vessels can be found. One of the many clear advantages to this procedure is that [...]
Pouty Lips for Kiera Knightley 2008-04-04 09:51:32 Kiera Knightley
, famous actress most recognized for her role in The Pirates of the Caribbean movies, has admitted to receiving injections to augment her lips. She has been quoted saying
“Okay, I had it done. I had a larger top lip done… I am only human as you can see - I’m a normal girl.”
Up 488% 2008-04-03 09:12:42 We all know Botox is popular. It is one of the most popular non-invasive cosmetic procedures at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic, and in fact, North America. But how popular you ask?
Well, apparently recent statistics show that from 2000 to 2007, there has been a 488% increase in the number of Botox injection procedures performed in the [...]
It Has Arrived! 2008-04-02 09:06:25 The Palomar StarLux® 500 Laser and Pulsed Light Platform has finally arrived at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic!
So what’s the big deal?
Well, with its arrival, our list of services becomes greater and even more varied than before. The StarLux® 500 comes with a number of handpieces that each target a specific problem:
Wrinkles, deep creases and lines
Acne
Acne Scarring [...]
Skin Renewal 2008-04-08 09:11:38 The Basal Cell layer exists in the top layer of skin, known as the epidermis. This layer is responsible for the creation of new skin cells. Over a period of about 28 days, these newly formed skin cells make their way to the very top of the skin (stratum corneum). However, it generally takes another [...] Read more:Renewal
Flashback 2008-04-07 09:07:23 Before bronzed skin, it was pale skin that was considered attractive - so much so that women in Europe used to smear a creamy concotion of vinegar and powdered white lead on their faces to achieve the fashionable pallor. The fad began in the mid 1550s by Queen Elizabeth I.
Fortunately, we all know about lead [...]
Get Rid of Acne Scars 2008-04-09 09:22:29 Acne scarring was once difficult to treat, requiring a number of intensive cosmetic procedures. Until now.
Toronto Cosmetic Clinic introduces acne scar treatment with The StarLux® 500 from Palomar. This revolutionary new laser and pulsed light platform can target scars resulting from acne and reduce or eliminate their appearance. Any type of scarring can be treated, [...] Read more:Acne
A Quick Note About Income Tax 2008-04-10 09:35:56 It’s Income
Tax time again.
This is just a reminder that the procedures at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic are all classified as “cosmetic surgery” and have been designed for aesthetic improvement. According to the Canada Revenue Agency, any costs related to undergoing treatments at TCC by a medical practitioner can be claimed as a medical expense when [...] Read more:Quick
Spring Cleaning 2008-04-11 09:25:42 With warmer days, the birds chirping and the plants budding, spring is finally here. Most of us will be doing a little spring cleaning around the house to welcome the season. Let’s not forget our bodies, though!
We can finally say goodbye to that extra layer of fat many of us have accumulated over the winter [...] Read more:Spring
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Hairstyle Personality 2008-04-14 09:32:14 Researchers have discovered that a woman’s hairstyle can tell a lot about her personality. For example, women who have medium length brown hair are generally perceived as fun loving and smarter while women with long blonde hair are seen as affluent and less intelligent.
Where your hair is parted can also mean something, and the theory [...] Read more:Hairstyle
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How Many Sessions? 2008-04-16 09:03:38 I get really bad breakouts. How many sessions will I need to get rid of my acne?
The number of acne treatment sessions you require really depends on your overall health, skin type and the extent of your acne. We recommend anywhere from 5+ sessions over a period of a number of weeks for worse cases. [...] Read more:Sessions
Acne Treatment 2008-04-15 09:50:42 This week, we’ll be answering your questions about AcneTreatment
at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic.
The first question of the week comes from a female in North York.
She asks:
I’ve tried everything for my acne, and nothing seems to work. Will acne treatment at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic actually do anything?
Getting rid of acne is difficult, but with advancements [...]
Acne Treatment - Side Effects 2008-04-17 09:13:51 We continue answering your questions about AcneTreatment
this week with a question from Lisa in Oakville.
What are the side effects of getting acne treatment at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic
Acne treatment at TCC is performed by The StarLux® 500, a laser device from manufacturer Palomar. While the number and severity of the side effects from treatment [...] Read more:Effects
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Acne Treatment 2008-04-18 09:32:19 Today is Friday, the last day of showcasing your questions on one of the new procedures at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic, AcneTreatment
.
We round off the week with this question from Stephanie in Thornhill.
Pockmarks! I’ve got pockmarks all over my face from past acne breakouts and I can’t do anything about it. Can you help me?
Pockmarks [...]
Filling Saline Implants 2008-04-21 09:09:20 While cohesive gel implants are the most popular type of implants for breast augmentation, Toronto Cosmetic Clinic does offer saline implants as an alternative.
Saline implants are composed of a shell made of silicone elastomer. During the breast augmentation procedure, the shell is positioned in the breast then filled with a sterile solution to the desired [...] Read more:Implants
Can Caffeine Beat Cellulite? 2008-04-23 09:00:49 With the warmer months ahead, many of us will be donning shorter skirts and pants - except for those of us who don’t want to reveal their cellulite-ridden legs.
While Endermologie has been proven effective for the treatment of those dimply thighs (and deemed as a temporary solution to cellulite by the FDA), some of us [...] Read more:Caffeine
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Who Invented Liposuction? 2008-04-22 09:00:12 Did you know that a gynecologist and his son invented the liposuction procedure? It was two Italian physicians, Dr. Giorgio Fischer and his son of the same name, who are credited with inventing liposuction back in 1974. However, it was a few years later when liposuction was actually used purely for cosmetic enhancement. Read more:Invented
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Skin Tags 2008-04-24 09:09:41 Skin tags are small pieces of hanging skin that generally appear on the eyelids, neck, shoulders and armpits. They may also appear in the groin area. Ranging in colour from dark brown to the same shade as the rest of your skin, they may result from hormonal changes or exist due to genetics.
They are not [...]
Sarah Brightman Admits It 2008-04-25 09:25:55 Another star comes clean.
Soprano Sarah
Brightman admits having undergone liposuction. The former wife of Andrew Lloyd Weber, composer extraordinaire, has been reported that she had liposuction done while she was in her 20s.
At 47 years old, Ms. Brightman is currently making headlines with her new revamped look and a hot new album called Symphony.
Skin Care For Spring 2008-04-28 06:32:07 Don’t forget to change your skin care regimen now that warmer weather is here! Because of the increased humidity in the air, a lighter moisturizer and other lighter products are generally all that’s needed until the fall and winter. Read more:Spring
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Lipstick Flashback: 1940s Lips 2008-04-29 13:01:44 Big luscious lips have been the must have fashion accessory for well over a decade now. Achieved by make up or lip augmentation, an Angelina Jolie-style pout is the envy of most women around the world. But this wasn’t always the case.
Back in the 1940s, regular-sized lips were attractive, when coated in rich red lipstick. [...] Read more:Lipstick
A Complexion Refresher 2008-04-30 09:16:28 Spring is the season to put your best face forward. If you’ve suffered from a dull complexion because of the harsh winter weather, it’s time to freshen up.
Microdermabrasion at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic removes the dirt, grime and dead skin cells that can make your complexion look dull. Each session targeting the face takes about 30 [...]
From the Desk of Dr. Yazdanfar 2008-05-01 02:30:12 April showers bring May flowers and all that primping and grooming you’ve done over the past couple of months is now going to pay off. It’s time for you to blossom just like the beautiful flowers outside.
And just a reminder for everyone who undergoes cosmetic procedures that utilize lasers: with stretches of sun drenched days [...]
Just For You 2008-05-01 02:25:42 Mother’s Day is May 11. What better way to treat your mother on her special day (or yourself!) than with a fantastic Mommy Makeover!
Though it may be one of the most significant times in a woman’s life, pregnancy and childbirth do take their toll on the female body. The skin is stretched to the point [...]
Colleen from East York asks, 2008-05-01 02:22:56 I’ve heard that injectable fillers like Juvederm can fill out pockmarks. Is this true?
Dr. Yaz says:
To some extent, yes. Because Juvederm is an injectable filler, it has been designed to fill in indentations that appear on the face or body much like it does for wrinkles and creases. However, the effectiveness of Juvederm in [...] Read more:Colleen
Inner Beauty 2008-05-01 02:20:42 If you’re undergoing a cosmetic surgical procedure at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic, you’ll probably meet Dr. J.A. Hakes, one of our anesthesiologists.
Dr. Hakes has been practicing for over 3 decades in the field of medicine, specializing in anaesthesia. Graduating from the University of Bristol in the UK, he continued his training at both the University of [...] Read more:Beauty
Procedure of the Month 2008-05-01 02:15:29 Want to get rid of acne but don’t want to take harsh medications and topical creams that may harm the overall health of your skin? Those methods were once the only way to eliminate acne breakouts, but not anymore! Advancements in cosmetic technology have created a revolutionary new way to dramatically reduce or inhibit unsightly [...] Read more:Procedure
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Beauty Secret 2008-05-01 02:06:23 Brighten up that smile with strawberries!
Strawberries have been used for years as an economical solution to an age old problem – yellowing teeth. Rather than spending hundreds of dollars on professionally whitening your teeth, try mashing some strawberries and gently rubbing your teeth with the pulp. Be careful not to rub too hard, as the [...] Read more:Beauty
Juvederm Ultra vs Juvederm Ultra Plus 2008-05-02 09:00:23 When it comes to injectable fillers, Juvederm is considered one of the most effective products on the market. It is extremely popular, requiring no prior skin test.
There are two types of Juvederm products: Ultra
and Ultra Plus. Both have been designed for wrinkles, creases and folds, as well as to augment the lips. However, their [...]
A Hot Time For Liposuction 2008-05-05 09:12:56 It’s official. Liposuction
season is here!
With the hot days of summer approaching, Spring is one of the most popular times to prepare for the beach. Even though it’s still a little too cold to wear a bathing suit or those skimpy little outfits, more and more people are thinking about liposuction and undergoing the [...]
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