Eyelid Surgery Toronto

California plastic surgeons have found that women show sign of aging just like their mothers, sharing the same pattern of wrinkles, lines, and sagging on the face.

10 pairs of mothers and daughters ranging from 15-90 years old who looked similar in appearance were scanned. They found that the visible signs of aging in the older generation, particularly loss of skin elasticity and deterioration of collagen around the eyes, followed an almost identical pattern in the younger generation. The study found that this was most true in the areas of the lower eyelids and tear ducts.

The signs of aging in the daughters increased in visibility with age after the mid 30s.

Research was conducted at the Loma Linda University Medical Center.

Eventually, we all get eye wrinkles. It’s not surprising, since the skin around the eyes is considered to be one of the most delicate and most susceptible to damage (along with the skin on the lips). Sure, creams and cosmetic surgery can help, but one other great way to help keep wrinkles at bay is by choosing the right food to eat, because after all, you are what you eat.

Here are 3 of the best foods you can eat to help keep those pesky wrinkles away. Each of the items on the list is high in antioxidants, vitamins and/or fatty acids.

1. Garlic
Garlic is bursting with antioxidants. Antioxidants are essential to prevent the formation of free radicals which cause wrinkles to develop, among other damage. It also acts to detoxify the skin. Since garlic features antibacterial properties as well, eat it raw to take advantage of all of its anti-bacterial benefits.

2. Onion

Equally as stinky is another food that has loads of antioxidants from the high amounts of quercetin and sulfur. Onions help keep the skin wrinkle free by maintaining its suppleness and smoothness. Again, eat them raw to experience their full benefits.

3. Fish

Salmon and other fatty fish are great sources of Omega 3, a vital fatty acid that provides anti-inflammatory properties and prevents the cells from becoming dehydrated.

Other vital foods to help prevent eye wrinkles are those high in Vitamin A and C.

Eyelashes serve a practical and cosmetic function. However, eyelashes may not be present on some individuals due to disease, disorder, trauma or other factor. Eyelash transplantation is a surgical procedure that targets the aesthetic or medical problem of missing or sparse eyelashes.

Eyelash transplantation
Eyelash transplantation has a recorded history dating back over 90 years. There are two primary reasons why an individual would choose to undergo eyelash transplantation: the practical reason of providing a shield from foreign debris entering the eyes and the cosmetic reason of adding ornamentation. The patient may have absolutely no eyelashes of their own (which is often the case in the first reason) or have very short/sparse eyelashes. Hair transplanted to the eyelids may be from a donor site. The donor site can include the eyebrows, nape of the neck and even the finer hair on the legs – as long as each hair taken is able to mimic the “natural” appearance of eyelashes. Surgery takes up to 3 hours, and up to 3 procedures may be required to achieve the most desirable results. Side effects and risks include infection, ingrown hairs, and uneven placement.

Did you know that Double Eyelid Surgery, a surgical procedure designed to create a fold in the upper eyelid, was first performed for cosmetic purposes in Japan in 1896? The Japanese surgeon, Mikamo, is considered the pioneer of Double Eyelid Surgery. Mikamo was a key figure in popularizing cosmetic surgery in Japan during his professional lifetime. And now, over a century later, this procedure remains as one of the most popular cosmetic surgical procedures in the world for people of East Asian descent (along with rhinoplasty).

We all know that the skin underneath the eyes is thin and weak. That’s why there is such a massive market of products available targeting this area, treating common problems as those dark purplish/bluish circles that appear when we’re tired, bloated, or stressed (caused by visible and weakened blood vessels), and wrinkling. The fact that the skin is so fragile in this area also explains why one of the earliest cosmetic problems caused by aging is the development of under eye bags.

Eyelid surgery has long been the most effective way to eliminate undereye bags. However, with advances in cosmetic medicine, there is now a nonsurgical method to eliminate sagginess.

Undereye bags can be eliminated with injectable fillers. Also known as dermal fillers, hyaluronic acid-based products such as Juvederm and Restylane can be injected into the area to smooth out bagginess.

Injectable fillers may be a temporary solution, but it provides a great alternative to individuals who just can’t afford the time and commitment surgery involves.

There’s nothing that achieves more definition than lining the inner rims of the eyes. Black or brown set against the whiteness of the sclera (the white part of the eye), it creates a dramatic effect that is incredibly sexy.

Unfortunately, this part of your makeup routine can cause several problems to the eye. It is unhygienic, can cause infection, sties, and even put you at risk of damaging your cornea if you don’t have the steadiest of hands.

If you want to achieve the same dramatic effect, play it safe. Keep the eyeliner to the lids right where the eyelashes grow. where the

Okay, so for anyone who’s been following news about Latisse (a drug that makes your eyelashes grow thicker and longer), you probably already know that it was approved by the FDA in December 2008. It’s now being offered all over the US, only available at certified medical clinics since it’s a drug that requires a prescription and the assistance of a medical professional.

Prices vary, ranging from about $100 to $130 for one month’s worth.

Unfortunately, it’s not available in Canada since Health Canada is still reviewing it.

In most cases, the incision during upper eyelid blepharoplasty is placed in a natural crease thereby resulting in a scar that is barely visible. However, in some cases, the incision may not heal properly or it may extend beyond the natural crease, making it visible whether the eye is open or closed. A visible scar may also be due to its width.

Cosmetics may provide adequate camoflauge if it is undesirable. Scar revision, a cosmetic procedure to minimize the appearance of scarring, may also be performed.

Did you know that there is an “ideal” eyelid? Considered to be the most aesthetically pleasing, the “ideal” eyelid is one that is positioned just below the iris, at the top, while the lower lid should rest just above the bottom of the coloured part of the eye. While looking straight ahead, no white should be seen above or below the iris.

Sagging upper eyelids tend to cover too much of the top part of the iris, and sagging lower lids tend to show a little white.

Lush eyelashes are the ultimate fashion statement. Youthful, flirty, and sexy, it’s no wonder that for women, mascara is the most used cosmetic product. But it can be tiring to put on everyday, making sure it’s clump and smudge free. Gunky lashes are a definite turn off, but how else can you get that long and thick fringe?

Don’t go for the falsies. Try MD Lash Factor, an eyelash conditioner that has proven to make the appearance of your eyelashes thicker, lusher and fuller. A lit bit on the eyelash line once a day, and you’ll have beautiful lashes in a month.

MD Lash Factor is available now at Toronto Cosmetic Clinic. Drop by or order online to purchase.