Dr.WILLEM GOUWS
L I F T M E D I C A L E S T H E T I C S
Dr.WILLEM GOUWS
L I F T M E D I C A L E S T H E T I C S
NORT VANOUVER
Why treat it with one treatment?
Physician-led facial rejuvenation built around how your face has actually changed.
Vancouver · Squamish · Toronto
Every Face
Ages Differently.
Your Treatment Should Reflect That.
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ASSESS
Understand what has
actually changed.
RESTORE
Address laxity, displacement and structural support.
REFINE
Use volume and surface
treatments selectively
QuantumRF:
Tissue Remodeling
With Purpose.
QuantumRF is a minimally invasive radiofrequency technology designed to deliver controlled energy beneath the skin, targeting subdermal tissue to support skin contraction and contour refinement.
At LIFT Medical Esthetics in North Vancouver, QuantumRF is used for selected facial and body concerns, including:
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Lower face and jawline: Addressing jowling, localized fullness and skin laxity.
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Neck and submental area: Improving contour and selected areas of tissue laxity.
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Abdomen and flanks: Targeting localized fullness and mild-to-moderate skin laxity.
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Arms and thighs: Addressing selected areas of skin laxity and contour irregularity.
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Other body areas: Individualized treatment based on anatomy and clinical suitability.
Unlike surface-based skin treatments, QuantumRF delivers radiofrequency energy directly into the subdermal tissue, allowing targeted treatment at selected depths.
QuantumRF may be performed independently or incorporated into a broader rejuvenation plan alongside complementary treatments.
The technology is only part of the equation. Appropriate patient selection, anatomical understanding and precise treatment planning are essential.
Filler Is Refinement.
Not Foundation.
Facial rejuvenation should not automatically begin with adding volume.
For some patients, addressing tissue laxity or contour changes first may be more appropriate. Others may benefit from structural support, collagen biostimulation or selective volume restoration.
At LIFT, treatments may be sequenced over time, allowing clinical reassessment and refinement of the overall plan.
This approach prioritizes appropriate treatment selection rather than performing multiple procedures simply because they are available.
A comprehensive plan does not mean more treatment. It means more considered treatment.
Is Non-Surgical
Lower Face
Rejuvenation Right for You?
Our approach may be appropriate for patients concerned about:
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Early-to-moderate jowling and reduced jawline definition
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Lower-face heaviness or selected areas of fullness
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Mild-to-moderate facial or neck skin laxity
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Loss of facial support or volume
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Changes in facial proportions associated with aging
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Multiple concerns requiring a coordinated treatment strategy
Non-surgical treatment has limitations. Patients with substantial skin redundancy or advanced tissue descent may achieve more meaningful improvement with surgery.
During your consultation, we will discuss whether non-surgical treatment is appropriate and what degree of improvement may realistically be expected.
Meet
Dr. Willem Gouws
Physician-Led Facial Rejuvenation in Vancouver
Dr. Willem Gouws, MBChB, CCFP, FPA, is a Canadian-licensed physician with more than 16 years of clinical experience and a practice dedicated to advanced medical aesthetics.His background includes family medicine, anesthesia and emergency medicine. His current clinical focus includes structural facial rejuvenation, ultrasound-guided injectable treatments and minimally invasive radiofrequency tissue remodeling.Dr. Gouws also serves as an InMode QuantumRF trainer in Canada, contributing to physician education in advanced radiofrequency procedures.His treatment philosophy emphasizes anatomical understanding, individualized assessment and appropriate selection of complementary treatment modalities.
NATURAL IS SEXY
Your Consultation Is Where the Plan Begins.
A consultation at LIFT is not simply an opportunity to choose a procedure.
It is a structured evaluation of your facial anatomy, concerns, treatment history and goals.
Together, we explore the factors contributing to your facial changes, the interventions that may be appropriate and the limitations of non-surgical treatment.
Where indicated, additional assessment techniques, including ultrasound, may inform treatment planning.
You will leave with a clearer understanding of your options and a proposed treatment strategy tailored to your needs.
Frequently
Asked Questions
Can jowls be improved without surgery?
Some patients with early-to-moderate jowling may benefit from non-surgical treatments. The potential improvement depends on the underlying causes, including tissue laxity, volume changes, localized fullness and tissue descent. More advanced changes may require surgical intervention.
What is the difference between QuantumRF and Morpheus8?
QuantumRF delivers radiofrequency energy beneath the skin through a minimally invasive subdermal approach. Morpheus8 combines microneedling with radiofrequency energy delivered at selected depths. They have different clinical applications and may be complementary in appropriately selected patients.
Will I need dermal fillers?
Not necessarily. Fillers are considered when there is a specific indication for structural support or volume restoration. Some patients may benefit primarily from tissue remodeling or skin-quality treatments.
How long do results last?
Treatment longevity varies according to the procedure, individual biological response and ongoing aging. Some results may persist for years, while other treatments require maintenance. Your consultation will include a discussion of realistic expectations.
Is QuantumRF suitable for everyone?
No. QuantumRF may be appropriate for selected patients with skin laxity or contour concerns, but it is not a substitute for surgical lifting when substantial tissue descent or skin redundancy is present.
How many treatments will I need?
There is no universal protocol. Some patients benefit from a single intervention, while others may require a staged combination of treatments. The plan is based on your anatomy, goals and clinical response.
Visit LIFT
in NorthVancouver
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Advanced medical aesthetics. Individualized physician-led care.LIFT Medical Esthetics provides consultations and treatments by appointment at Northshore Plastic Surgery.
NORTHSHORE PLASTIC SURGERY
1133 Lonsdale Avenue, Unit 101
North Vancouver, BC V7M 2E6
Vancouver appointments are scheduled on designated clinic days.
You don't necessarily need more treatments.You need a better understanding of which treatments are appropriate for your face.Discover a comprehensive, physician-led approach to lower-face rejuvenation that considers anatomy, treatment selection and long-term planning.
Dr.WILLEM GOUWS
L I F T M E D I C A L E S T H E T I C S
Structural Rejuvenation