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How to reduce a double chin.

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Sara

Double chin, turkey neck, chin fat…however you refer to it, submental fullness is an aesthetic condition that can be a source of frustration, embarrassment and low self-confidence for both men and women. What causes a double chin? We speak with many patients who believe a double chin is always caused by weight gain, but that simply isn’t the case. While lifestyle choices—including fluctuations in weight—can be a factor, submental fullness is more often the result of genetics and aging, and actually resistant to the benefits of a healthy diet and regular exercise. How to reduce a double chin. At The … Continue reading »

How form and function play a role in labiaplasty.

Posted on December 12, 2017 by Sara

Labiaplasty, colloquially referred to as “a designer vagina”, is an operation that removes excess tissue and reshapes the vagina to improve symmetry and balance. In recent years, we have seen a surge in demand for this surgery at our Kitchener-Waterloo clinic, and in the field of plastic surgery in general. Our patients are uniformly happy and have no regrets. But the procedure, while very popular, is not free from controversy. The controversy. Why has labiaplasty become more popular in recent years?  Research has indicated that increased societal exposure to pornography may have played a role in influencing both men and … Continue reading »

A few words from the desk of Dr. Shenker – The difference between a breast lift and a breast reduction.

Posted on September 7, 2017 by Sara

Among the questions we are asked at The Cosmetic Surgery Clinic, one of the most common is: “What’s the difference between a breast lift and a breast reduction?”   A breast lift, technically called a mastopexy, is an operation I perform for Waterloo and London women to tighten the skin envelope of the breast, reposition the nipple and areola to a more balanced position, and possibly add or remove breast volume. A breast reduction is just what it sounds like: an operation to make the breast smaller. I can understand the confusion between these two procedures. Every breast reduction also involves some … Continue reading »

Liposuction

Posted on August 23, 2017 by Sara

Where does liposuction stand in the era of non-invasive fat reduction? In this new era of non-surgical fat reduction, such as Coolsculpting, patients in Kitchener-Waterloo, London, Cambridge and Southern Ontario, may be wondering if liposuction has gone the way of the dodo. At The Cosmetic Surgery Clinic, we can tell you, it’s still alive and well! According to The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2016 saw over 400,000 liposuction procedures completed, making it the most popular surgical procedure in America, for both men and women, for the 4th year running. Why opt for liposuction? Liposuction is still the most … Continue reading »

Gynecomastia Q&A with Dr. Shenker

Posted on August 16, 2017 by Sara

Male breast reduction surgery in London, ON Many of our patients know Dr. Shenker as the founder, principal surgeon, and driving force of our clinic. But not everyone knows that he has personal experience as plastic surgery patient. The procedure in question? Gynecomastia, a.k.a. male breast reduction. Having enjoyed the benefits of this surgery, and the resulting improved body image himself, Dr. Shenker has a unique perspective on this particular patient experience. Knowing first-hand how impactful this procedure can be, he is committed to educating prospective male patients about this surgical option to improve the appearance of their chest. “I … Continue reading »

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