Dr. Joshua DeSerres: Training and Specialized Experience in Facial Rejuvenation
Choosing a surgeon for facial rejuvenation is a highly personal decision. Your face plays a central role in your appearance, expressions, and confidence. Because facial aging affects multiple underlying structures, natural-looking results require a detailed understanding of facial anatomy and advanced surgical techniques.
When searching for a plastic surgeon in Edmonton, reviewing a physician's education, qualifications, and areas of specialization can help you make an informed decision. Here is a closer look at Dr. Joshua DeSerres' background and advanced training in facial rejuvenation.
Medical Education and Certification
Dr. DeSerres completed his medical and surgical training in Alberta. He earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Alberta, where he also completed a comprehensive five-year Plastic Surgery Residency.
Following his residency, Dr. DeSerres became certified as a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC), reflecting rigorous national standards in surgical skill, medical knowledge, and patient care.
Advanced Training in Facial Rejuvenation
Dr. DeSerres further developed his expertise through an Adult Craniofacial Fellowship at the University of Toronto. Craniofacial surgery is an advanced specialty focused on the complex bone and soft-tissue structures of the head and face.
This additional training provides several advantages for facial rejuvenation patients:
Structural Knowledge: An advanced understanding of how facial bones, muscles, and fat compartments work together.
Precise Deep-Tissue Surgery: Experience working around important facial nerves and blood vessels supports careful treatment of deeper structures.
Long-Term Support: Addressing underlying tissues rather than simply tightening the skin can create balanced, natural-looking results.
Deep Plane Facelift Experience and Continued Education
Dr. DeSerres is a high-volume facelift surgeon focused on modern facial rejuvenation techniques. Rather than relying exclusively on traditional skin-tightening approaches, he performs deep plane facelift procedures designed to reposition descended tissues and restore a more youthful appearance.
Facial plastic surgery continues to evolve. Throughout his career, Dr. DeSerres has participated in international symposiums and worked alongside respected experts in deep plane facial surgery to remain current with advanced techniques and surgical practices.
Surgical Philosophy and Aesthetic Approach
Dr. DeSerres approaches facial rejuvenation comprehensively. Aging does not affect one feature in isolation. Changes in bone structure, muscle tone, facial volume, and skin elasticity often occur together throughout the face and neck.
His approach focuses on:
Facial Balance: Evaluating how light and shadow interact with facial contours to create natural-looking harmony.
Natural-Looking Results: Helping patients look refreshed and rejuvenated without an overly tight, pulled, or artificial appearance.
Personalized Planning: Understanding each patient's goals, evaluating their anatomy, and developing a customized treatment plan.
Hospital Privileges and Surgical Facilities
Patient safety and comfort remain central to the surgical experience. Dr. DeSerres holds active hospital privileges and performs procedures in accredited surgical settings throughout the region, including:
Royal Alexandra Hospital
Misericordia Community Hospital
Grey Nuns Community Hospital
Meadowlark Surgical Suite
Professional Associations
Dr. DeSerres remains actively involved in the medical community through several professional organizations:
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC)
Canadian Society of Plastic Surgeons (CSPS)
Canadian Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (CSAPS)
Alberta Society of Plastic Surgeons
Alberta Medical Association
Contact Dr. Josh DeSerres in Edmonton for Facial Rejuvenation Today
If you are considering facial rejuvenation, the first step is a comprehensive consultation. Dr. DeSerres will assess your facial anatomy, discuss your aesthetic goals, and review the options that may be appropriate for your needs.
Contact Joshua DeSerres Plastic Surgery to learn more about our facial rejuvenation procedures or request your personalized consultation today.
