An approach that respects your personality


Before your consultation, it's a good idea to ask yourself a few questions:

  1. Who do I get a non-surgical treatment for?
  2. How long have I been thinking about it?
  3. What are my expectations?
 

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The first thing you need to know is that surgical techniques have come a long way, and sometimes surgery isn't even necessary to rejuvenate the face. There are now injections that can be used to rejuvenate the face. And sometimes this is the most appropriate technique to meet expectations. (see aesthetic care without surgery)

There are also new techniques such as short incision techniques. And the main advantage is that they enable much faster recovery. So for business people, for example, who can't be away from the office for too long, this can be a very interesting option when the weight of the years is greater. But when we use the conventional technique, we can easily rejuvenate the face by more than ten years.

However, it doesn't stop the aging process, nor does it energize the body. There are many techniques used to rejuvenate the face. But some are more popular than others, such as

eyelid blepharoplasty. Ultimately, it's a surgery that's simple, that allows for rapid recovery and that makes it possible to reduce the heaviness of the upper eyelid or the bags under the eyes. And this has the effect of brightening up the face, making the person who has this operation look healthier, less tired, less depressed.

What's more, the surgery can be performed at the same time as another surgery, such as a facelift or forehead lift. There are many options when it comes to the nose. You can refine it, decrease the volume, increase the volume, change the angle of the nose in profile, the angle of the nose with the upper lip, the shape of the nostrils. But the most important thing is to maintain fluidity of breathing and facial balance.

So there are several surgeries available, but the nose must be harmonious with the rest of the face. So each surgery must be adapted to the person consulting us.

In short, it's best to arrive prepared for your consultation. You need to have done your homework on the surgery you're interested in. You need to make a list of the questions that are important to you, to know the information. You also need to have realistic expectations, and you need to be listened to during the consultation and have all your questions answered.

And if you don't like what you see, if you don't feel listened to, if you have the impression that the result won't be up to scratch at that moment, you should definitely go and see other surgeons.

Your face is more than skin, bones and muscles. It's your first signature of identity. It's what you see every day in the mirror. It deserves to be treated with the utmost care and expertise.



Forehead and brow lift

Forehead and brow lifts have a rejuvenating effect on the face, particularly in the orbital region. Frown lines on the forehead and the heaviness of the eyebrows sometimes give the face a tired, depressed expression. The procedure can brighten the face and remove this tired look, notably by raising the eyebrows and reducing wrinkles on the forehead, between the eyebrows and at the top of the nose.

Before-and-after photos Forehead and eyebrow lift




Facial and cervical straightening

As we age, the effects of gravity, sunlight and daily stress can become increasingly visible on the face. Facial resurfacing cannot stop the aging process, but it can restore a more youthful appearance by acting on the skin and muscles of the face and neck. With skin that looks firmer and wrinkles less apparent, your face will regain a youthful appearance.




Eyelids (blepharoplasty)

Heavy eyelids and bags under the eyes can give the face a tired, depressed expression. Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, can brighten the face and eliminate that tired look by removing the fat and excess skin that cause the problem. However, it does not eliminate dark eyelid discoloration or forehead sagging, which can cause creases on the sides of the eyes. It does, however, reduce wrinkles around the eyes.

  • Before-blépharoplastie transconjonctivale paupières inférieures avant après un mois
    After-blépharoplastie transconjonctivale paupières inférieures avant après un mois
    Avant blépharoplastie transconjonctivale paupières inférieures avant après un mois Après




Nose (rhinoplasty)

Rhinoplasty or cosmetic surgery of the nose is one of the most frequently performed procedures in plastic surgery. Rhinoplasty makes it possible to reduce or increase the volume of the nose, refine it, reduce the size of the nostrils or change the angle between the nose and the upper lip. It can be used to correct a birth defect or one caused by an accident, or to aid breathing. It can also reshape an unsightly nose and harmonize it with the rest of the face. What's important is that the nose fits your face and your personality.

  • Before-rhinoplastie 1 an post opération
    After-rhinoplastie 1 an post opération
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Chin and cheek implants

Facial implants are commonly used by plastic surgeons. plastic surgeons to restore facial harmony or highlight a specific area. Such implants can, for example, correct a receding chin or sagging cheeks.




Liposuction or lipectomy of the chin and neck

It's very common for the chin to become excessively fatty with age, giving it the appearance of a "double chin". Fat excision by liposuction or lipectomy can correct the situation and create a significant rejuvenating effect. Results are rapid. Results are even better once the swelling has subsided, around 6 months after surgery.Immediate rejuvenation effect as the mandible is better defined.

  • Before-Liposuccion sous mentonnière avant après 1 mois
    After-Liposuccion sous mentonnière avant après 1 mois
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Ears (otoplasty)

Otoplasty is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to correct various abnormalities and deformities of the ear, the most common of which are :

  • Cabbage-leaf ears" due to hypertrophy of the cartilage (the concha) which spreads forward.
  • protruding" ears, which give this impression due to an excessive retroauricular angle.
  • Ears where the auricle is too smooth and lacks relief, due to faulty folding of the cartilage (the anthelix).
  • Otoplasty permanently corrects these anomalies by reshaping the cartilage. The ears are symmetrically "reattached" and regain their natural size and appearance.



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External resources

Here are a few reliable online resources specifically tailored to Quebecers who want to learn more about arm, thigh and buttock lifts and other cosmetic surgery procedures:

1. Quebec Association of Specialists in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery (ASCPEQ)
ASCPEQ is a group of accredited plastic surgeons in Quebec. The site provides information on various aesthetic procedures, including re-draping, and helps you find specialists in Quebec.

2. Collège des Médecins du Québec (CMQ)
Although this site isn't dedicated solely to cosmetic surgery, it does allow you to check doctors' qualifications and access resources for understanding the medical regulations in force in Quebec.

3. RAMQ (Régie de l'assurance maladie du Québec)
This site explains the RAMQ's coverage criteria for certain reconstructive or reparative surgical procedures, which may be useful for patients wishing to know if their procedure is covered.

4. Canadian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (CSAPS)
Although this site is English-speaking, it includes sections in French and offers a list of plastic surgeons in Canada, including information on redraping procedures and advice for Canadian patients.

These resources offer reliable information adapted to the Quebec and Canadian context, enabling you to learn more about the retrofit options available locally.


Practical advice before choosing a treatment

Before deciding on a cosmetic treatment, it's essential to be well informed and to take certain precautions.

1. Specialist evaluation : Make sure the doctor is qualified, experienced and certified in medical aesthetics. Dr. Duclos is qualified to perform these treatments safely.

2. Questions to ask at the consultation:
- What are the possible side effects?
- How long will the results last?
- What will the follow-up be like?

3. Maintaining results: A healthy lifestyle and following Dr Duclos' recommendations.


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