Cosmetic Procedures

Going to see your eye doctor for a regular check and being told you have mites in your lashes can come as a shock. The thought of having mites living in your eyelashes is definitely unpleasant but it is more common than you’d expect and fairly harmless as long as it’s kept under control. These...  read more

“I just love looking older,” said no one ever! No matter our age, most people would prefer not to see those wrinkles around their eyes, sagginess, dark spots, nor lose the firmness of their skin. Looking in the mirror can be hazardous to your health — mental health that is. At Skouras Eye & Cosmetic...  read more

As we age, our skin can become lax and uneven. Thermage is a popular cosmetic treatment option, and under the supervision of Dr. Skouras is performed by our experienced technician at Skouras Eye and Cosmetic Centre. This procedure safely tightens the skin, giving your skin a smoother, more even-toned appearance. What Is Thermage? Thermage is...  read more

Cosmetic dermal fillers are used by women and men alike to treat the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, plump up the lips, define hollow areas of the face and restore volume to the skin. Dermal Fillers is popular filler that can reverse or minimize some of the signs of aging we wear on our...  read more

Our eyes and eyelids are very sensitive, and the surrounding skin and tissue is extremely delicate. There are many factors that can lead to the appearance of dark circles and hollow eyes such as dehydration, lack of sleep, age, life style, allergies, dramatic weight loss, sun exposure and simply genetics. Home remedies are a great...  read more

Crow’s feet are the wrinkles that develop around the eyes when someone is smiling or laughing. Typically, crow’s feet are composed of both dynamic lines and static lines. Dynamic lines are the lines that are produced by your underlying muscles, which you can visibly see when your face is particularly animated, i.e. when you’re squinting...  read more

Botox is most commonly used to treat facial wrinkles and creases like forehead lines, crow’s feet, and frown lines, and is also being used as a preventative measure against future wrinkles. Botox essentially works by relaxing your muscles. An injection of Botox takes just a few moments, and results can last anywhere from three to...  read more

Cosmetic dermal fillers are becoming increasingly popular for those who want a subtle, youthful enhancement. Dermal fillers are used to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and can also be used to plump up the lips and cheeks for younger looking skin. Over time, our skin loses volume and our facial tissues thin, causing lines to...  read more

Did you know that the same drug that is used to smooth out facial wrinkles was first discovered by a Canadian Ophthalmologist? Prior to becoming so mainstream for its cosmetic use Botox wrinkle smoothing treatment was discovered through its medical use. At Skouras Eye & Cosmetic Centre Dr. Skouras brings over a decade of facial...  read more

Over time, the body gradually stops producing collagen and elastin, two proteins that are crucial for healthy, elastic skin. Without an ample amount of these proteins, the skin loses its elasticity and starts to sag. One area of the body that may be affected by this development in the natural aging process is the eye...  read more