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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 […]

TL;DR: The newest head-to-head research says the honest answer most clinics won’t give you: for acne scars, RF microneedling and fractional CO2 laser deliver essentially equal results. What differs is everything around the result: CO2 means about five days of downtime and a higher chance of temporary dark spots, while RF microneedling usually means next-day […]

Longevity is a cornerstone to our approach and practice, and an integral part of why Dr. Sajic created the 5 Dimension Skin Plan™. Longevity and skin health are intricately linked. Our cardiovascular fitness, metabolic health, immunity, internal and external stressors, emotional wellness, and cognitive function are all key parts of how long, healthy, and fulfilling […]

Each treatment modality we offer has unique benefits that improve your skin’s health, vitality, and appearance. Combining the benefits of multiple treatments harnesses the healing and renewing properties of multiple treatments as one.  When we combine procedures like Sylfirm Radiofrequency Microneedling + Fraxel, they act as catalysts for each other — to provide results beyond […]

For longevity claims to be credible, we must see what the naked eye cannot. These are the tools I consider essential: 1) PAOT® (Total Antioxidant Power) PAOT quantifies the balance between oxidants and antioxidants in tissues and products, allowing you to compare the actual antioxidant performance of formulations—much like comparing SPF 15 vs. SPF 50 […]

First impressions often begin with the face we present to the world; we want to put our best face forward long before we say a word.  With age, lips lose volume due to changes in collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid, which can alter overall balance and symmetry. Dermal fillers are clinically proven to restore this […]