COMMENTARY: Botox and fillers in the age of the ‘selfie-obsessed’ teen
‘Patients must remember that aesthetic medicine is still medicine, it is not simply a cosmetic treatment.’ Continue reading
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‘They should be better warned’: Canadian doctor on breast implant risks
By Brittany Greenslade Senior Reporter/Anchor
A Canadian specialist in autoimmune illness says women are not adequately warned about the possible health risks associated with breast implants. Continue reading
‘I was on death’s doorstep’: Winnipeg woman says breast implants ruined her health, her life
By Brittany Greenslade Senior Reporter/Anchor
A Winnipeg woman is hoping to help others by speaking out about the long list of problems she’s dealt with since getting breast implants. Continue reading
Winnipeg woman cautions others after botched implant surgery
A Winnipeg woman is warning others after a botched breast implant surgery that she says ruined her health. Continue reading
Brazilian plastic surgeon known as ‘Dr. Bumbum’ arrested after patient dies
Denis Furtado’s patient, a 46-year-old bank manager, died at a hospital where Furtado had taken her after a procedure. Continue reading
More men are getting plastic surgery – here’s what they’re getting done
There’s a steady increase in men wanting plastic surgery procedures done, and Canadian experts explain why. Continue reading
Natural esthetics Canadians are using to look young and age gracefully
By Lisa MacGregor Sports/News Reporter and Anchor
From Botox to fillers and plastic surgery, the business of anti-aging is growing rapidly in Canada. But lately, it’s natural esthetics that have come into vogue with more and more people turning to them for that fresh-faced look. Continue reading
A soldier lost her ear in a car crash — so doctors grew a new one inside her arm
Plastic surgeons in the U.S. have successfully transplanted a new ear on an army soldier who lost her left ear in a 2016 car crash. Continue reading
Unlicensed plastic surgeon, advertised as Dr. Kitty, faces aggravated assault charges
19-year-old Jingyi Wang has been charged with one count of aggravated assault after the victim reported the incident to police. Continue reading
Woman charged in unlicensed medical clinic investigation
A 19-year-old Toronto woman has been arrested and charged following the operation of an unlicensed medical clinic. Continue reading