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MRI studies found filler still present 2+ years after injection, sometimes 15. A Guelph dermatologist explains what filler duration really means.

A Guelph dermatologist explains facial balancing: whole-face assessment vs single-area filler, and why MRI found filler 2+ years later in all 33 patients.

Guelph dermatologist Dr. Sajic explains Sculptra: how PLLA builds your own collagen, with improvement lasting up to 25 months in a randomized trial.

Botox, fillers, and biostimulators explained by a Guelph dermatologist, with the safety data most clinics skip: occlusion risk is 1 in 6,410 syringes.

TL;DR: Morpheus8 is a radiofrequency microneedling device that remodels collagen from below the surface, with next-day-to-a-few-days social downtime and results that build over 3-4 months. The evidence behind its device class is genuinely strong, including a 2026 trial matching fractional CO2 laser for acne scars with an easier recovery. But it’s also a device the […]

TL;DR: Mild, uncomplicated acne often does just as well with a good cosmetic or over-the-counter regimen as it does with a prescription topical. The research backs that up. But acne with cysts or nodules, a hormonal pattern, existing scarring, or no improvement after 2-3 months needs a proper diagnosis. Delay is the single biggest modifiable […]

For many patients, the decision to explore BOTOX®, or other neuromodulators like Dysport® and XEOMIN®, doesn’t come from a single moment, it builds gradually. You may notice lines that linger longer than they used to, or feel like your expression doesn’t quite reflect how you feel. At the same time, there’s often hesitation: Will it […]

The rise of GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic® has changed how patients approach weight loss. Alongside these changes, there has been a growing awareness of the impact that weight loss can have on facial appearance. Recent research, including a peer-reviewed publication co-authored by Dr. Sajic, has shown that public interest in the aesthetic effects of […]

As the skin ages, structural changes such as collagen loss, sun damage, and reduced elasticity can lead to wrinkles, uneven texture, and visible skin laxity. For patients experiencing more advanced signs of aging, laser resurfacing can provide meaningful skin renewal. At Derma Skin Institute in Guelph, we offer CO2 laser skin resurfacing using the advanced […]