How to Lose Those Lip Lines
How do you get rid of those dreaded lip lines? Plastic surgeon Dr. Julie Khanna shares methods for reducing the appearance of wrinkles around the mouth, from Botox to fillers to skin resurfacing.
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ICLS Blog
Our patients rely on the knowledge and expertise of our physicians and nurses; now you can, too. Browse our blog for information on the innovative technologies, rejuvenation treatments and procedures available at ICLS Dermatology and Plastic Surgery. For 25 years ICLS has been serving the Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas in our Oakville clinic.
If you have questions about a concern or procedure, contact one of our patient coordinators at 905-842-2262.
Laser Hair Removal for All Skin Tones
Are you ready to flaunt some luminous skin? Warmer weather means baring it all, so if you’re planning to show more skin in the summer, make sure your underarms, legs, and bikini areas look radiant and hair-free. You’ve put so much hard work into keeping your body healthy, you deserve to feel and look and […]
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Sclerotherapy for Spider Veins on the Legs
There are two types of abnormal veins that affect the appearance and function of millions of people, spider veins and varicose veins. Spider veins are red or purple veins caused by dilation of small blood vessels in the skin, they do not pose any health threats to anyone, but some may choose to get rid […]
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The Talent Behind Tattoo Removal
Getting a tattoo can be easy, but having them removed is a difficult and long process. A tattoo, though permanent, will fade and be stretched and distorted due to loss of skin elasticity over time. Individuals with tattoos may choose to have them removed for personal reasons, for example; the stigma in most work environments […]
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Zero in on Submental Fat with Belkyra
Belkyra is an injectable compound made with deoxycholic acid (DA). DA occurs naturally within the body, where it’s used to metabolize lipids (fats). Patients who choose Belkyra, therefore, have the added peace of mind that comes with selecting an organic treatment; Belkyra is unlikely to cause allergic or adverse reactions in most patients. When Belkyra […]
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What is the Perfect Age for a Facelift?
Once you’ve decided what plastic surgery procedure to invest in, the next step is choosing when. With facelift surgery in particular, timing directly impacts how long you’ll get to enjoy your results for. Often our patients are torn between proactive plastic surgery and waiting until the signs of aging become more pronounced. While there’s something […]
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UVB Therapy for Psoriasis
Approximately 1 million Canadians are affected by psoriasis. The most common form can be characterized by fast growing skin cells that accumulate with the dead skin cells on the body which have a hard time shedding, resulting in lesions and scaly looking skin. The outbreaks, severity, and the chronic nature of psoriasis can make it […]
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Top Treatments for Keloid Scars
Keloid scars are commonly lumpy or ridged scars that are the result of an injury or condition that has healed. Causes can include surgery or acne. While the scars are not harmful and do not require treatment, many patients do not like the sight of them and wish to improve the appearance of them.
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The Growing Interest in Growth Factors
Beauty innovations are happening day in and day out. And lucky for us Canucks, when it comes to both cosmetic medical treatments as well as physician-grade skincare, Canada is always on the cutting-edge and ahead of the curve. The use of growth factors in skincare has been around for years, but its currently causing some […]
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