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Skin Care

Revitalize skin with medical grade products.

Overview

Medical grade skin care products provide science backed solutions for protecting the skin from sun damage and helping to reverse the signs of aging skin including fine lines and wrinkles, brow spots and skin laxity. Explore this section to discover skin care products that might be right for your skin needs.

SkinCeuticals

The number one professional skin care brand in the US is now finally in Canada… Read More

Obagi

The Obagi skin care systems are designed to prevent and improve the most common and visible skin disorders… Read More

The Sun’s Role in Aging Skin

Sun exposure in our 20′s begins to show in our 30′s in the form of fine lines, wrinkles and sun spots… Read More

Understanding BOTOX®

Botox has been safely used in medicine for the last twenty years and effectively smooths wrinkles … Read More

Understanding Dermal Fillers

A range of dermal fillers from short to longer lasting are available to fill facial folds and augment lips and cheeks… Read More

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The Sun’s Role in Aging Skin

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Recent Glossary Terms

Nasal Projection: Nasal projection refers to the forward protrusion of the nasal tip from the face. Some patients feel that the tip of … Read More
Tip Rotation: Tip rotation refers to the angle that forms between the upper lip and the tip of the nose. Expert rhinoplasty … Read More
Nasal Tip: The “tip” is the cartilage and tissue that creates the tip of the nose. Tip modifications are commonly requested … Read More

Frequently Asked Questions

Will You Have to Break My Nose During Rhinoplasty?: If the patient has a dorsal hump or an overly wide nose, osteotemies may be used during rhinoplasty. Osteotemies are … Read More
How Old Do I Have to Be to Have Rhinoplasty?: Patients under the age of 18 require parental consent to have rhinoplasty. Female patients are candidates for surgery … Read More
Can You Augment the Size of My Nose?: Augmentation rhinoplasty is a commonly requested cosmetic surgery and is often performed on patients who have … Read More

This web site is primarily intended for Canadian residents. The information provided is for educational purposes only and should not replace a formal consultation with a Board-Certified Facial Plastic or Plastic Surgeon. Dr. Buonassisi is a Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon who specializes in Vancouver rhinoplasty, face lift, blepharoplasty, double eyelid surgery. Dr. Watts is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who specializes in Vancouver breast implants, breast lift, breast reduction and tummy tuck.