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ID Cosmetic Clinic · Serving Thornhill
Thornhill straddles Yonge Street, with the Vaughan side to the west and the Markham side to the east. Our clinic is in Markham as well, at 30 Gibson Drive just north of Steeles Avenue at Warden. From Thornhill Village, Bayview Glen or German Mills it's a 10 to 15 minute drive along John Street, with no highway and no toll.
The bigger reason Thornhill clients make the short trip is who looks after them. You'll meet Dr. Dan Xu, M.D., CCFP, at your first appointment; she founded the clinic in 2017 and has worked in aesthetic medicine ever since. She looks at your face and skin in person, asks what you've tried before and tells you honestly what's likely to help and what isn't. If your plan includes Botox® or filler, she performs the injections herself.
Around Thornhill, the most searched-for treatments are laser hair removal and Botox®, followed by lip fillers, HydraFacial® and RF microneedling. Many clients also ask about jaw slimming, the PicoSure Pro® and PicoWay® lasers for sun spots and melasma, and Sofwave™ or Ultherapy® for skin that's loosening along the jaw and neck. With several devices in the clinic, Dr. Xu can choose the one that suits your skin, not just the one that's available.
We're open seven days a week from 10 AM to 6 PM, parking is free and underground, and your first 30-minute consultation with Dr. Xu costs nothing. Prefer not to drive? The TTC 53 Steeles East bus runs from Yonge and Steeles to Warden Avenue, about a 10-minute walk from our door.
The difference
Thornhill has no shortage of skin and laser clinics. Here are four reasons people from Thornhill Village, German Mills and the Promenade area still choose us.
Your consultation is with Dr. Dan Xu, a physician you can look up on the CPSO public register, and she performs your Botox® and filler injections herself. The person who assesses your face is the one who treats it.
Dr. Xu works conservatively: measured doses, proportions checked from the front and in profile, and a follow-up visit to fine-tune. It's easier to add a little later than to undo too much.
Our lasers and energy devices cover hair removal, pigment, redness, texture and tightening, including a 1064 nm Nd:YAG for deeper skin tones. Dr. Xu picks the device and settings to suit you, rather than fitting you to one machine.
From the Markham side of Thornhill it's 10 to 15 minutes along John Street, and about 20 from the Vaughan side, with no highway needed. Parking is free and underground, and we're open seven days a week, so even a lunchtime appointment is realistic.
“The device decides what’s possible. The doctor decides the direction.”
Our treatments
Laser hair removal and Botox are the treatments Thornhill residents search for most. Below are those two and four others our clients often ask about. Each one begins with a free consultation, where Dr. Xu checks that it fits your skin, anatomy and goals before you commit to anything.
Less shaving and waxing, and fewer ingrown hairs, on the face, underarms, legs, back or bikini line. The laser is matched to your skin tone and hair colour, with a 1064 nm Nd:YAG for deeper skin, and settings are adjusted as your sessions go on.
Treating unwanted hair →Relaxes the muscles that crease the forehead, the area between the brows and the corners of the eyes. In the masseter, the same medicine can soften a jaw that has widened from clenching. Small, measured doses keep your expressions natural.
Contouring the jawline and masseters →Hyaluronic acid filler adds shape to thin or uneven lips and replaces volume the cheeks, chin and under-eyes lose with age. It goes in gradually, in proportion to your profile, and it can be dissolved if needed.
When lips are thin or uneven →For skin that looks dull, congested or tired. A HydraFacial® cleanses, exfoliates and hydrates with no downtime. When pigment or oiliness needs more, Dr. Xu may add a medical-grade peel or JetPeel.
Bringing back dull skin →RF microneedling and Morpheus8 send radiofrequency energy through fine needles to rebuild collagen beneath the surface. Acne scars, enlarged pores and uneven texture improve gradually over a few sessions. Expect a few days of redness after each one.
Our approach to acne scars →For early jowls, a less defined jawline or loose skin under the chin. Ultrasound energy reaches below the surface and prompts the skin to firm up, with no surgery or incisions. One session is usually enough, and the lift appears gradually over two to three months.
Options for sagging skin →Sun spots, freckles and melasma are treated with the PicoSure Pro® and PicoWay® picosecond lasers. Other options include Sculptra® to stimulate collagen (also used for a non-surgical buttock lift), thread lifts, Emsculpt NEO® for body contouring, double-chin treatment and care for thinning hair.
Not sure where to start?
Send us a photo or describe what's bothering you. Dr. Xu will go through what might help, and she'll tell you if the best choice is to leave it alone.
Not sure what you need?
Begin with what you'd most like to change. Each row lists what Dr. Xu commonly considers, roughly how many visits it takes and what recovery usually involves.
| Concern | What usually helps | Typical course | Recovery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unwanted hair | Laser hair removal | 6–8 sessions, 4–8 weeks apart, plus occasional touch-ups. | Mild redness for a few hours |
| Forehead lines, frown lines, crow's feet | Botox® anti-wrinkle injections | One visit. Results appear in 1–2 weeks and usually last 3–4 months. | Little to none |
| Dull or congested skin | HydraFacial® or a chemical peel | One session; many people repeat monthly. | None for HydraFacial; light flaking after some peels |
| Sun spots and freckles | PicoSure Pro®, PicoWay® or IPL | Often 1–3 sessions. | Spots darken, then flake off over about a week |
| Acne scars, large pores, rough texture | RF microneedling or Morpheus8 | Usually 3 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart. | Redness and swelling for about 2–5 days |
| Thin or uneven lips | Lip filler | One visit, with an optional top-up after 2–4 weeks. Often lasts 6–12 months. | Swelling for a few days; bruising is possible |
| A wide or square jaw | Masseter Botox (jaw slimming) | One visit. Slimming builds over 4–8 weeks; most people repeat every 4–6 months. | None |
| Melasma | Gentle pico laser with medical-grade skincare (about melasma) | A series of sessions, then maintenance, because melasma can return. | Minimal; daily sun protection is essential |
| Early sagging and jowls | Sofwave™, Ultherapy® Prime or Thermage® FLX | Usually one session; results build over 2–3 months. | Little; brief redness or tenderness |
| Hollow under-eyes | Under-eye (tear trough) filler | One visit, if the shadow comes from volume loss. Often lasts about a year. | Mild swelling or bruising for several days |
Treat these as typical ranges rather than guarantees. Your skin, anatomy and routine all affect sessions, recovery and how long results last, and Dr. Xu will confirm the details with you at your consultation.
New to the clinic?
Fill in the form above, phone 905-477-2225, or send a WhatsApp or WeChat message, and someone will get back to you within one business day. The drive from Thornhill is short enough that a lunchtime or late-afternoon slot fits easily around work.
Set your GPS to 30 Gibson Dr, Markham. From most of Thornhill, follow John Street east past Woodbine Avenue, then turn right onto Esna Park Dr, left onto Denison St and right onto Hood Rd; we are in the corner building at Gibson Dr. There's free underground parking on site.
Bring photos of results you like and a list of past treatments or products. Dr. Xu assesses your skin, facial structure and proportions, then talks you through the options, what to expect, recovery and cost, in English, Mandarin or Cantonese.
Take the plan home and think it over if you like. If you'd rather begin today, quick treatments like Botox®, a HydraFacial® or a first laser session can usually follow straight after the consultation.
— Your Physician —
When Dr. Dan Xu opened ID Cosmetic Clinic in 2017, she started from one idea: a cosmetic treatment is a medical decision and should be handled like one. So every visit begins with a proper assessment, then an honest discussion, and treatment happens only if it's the right call. Since then she has performed more than 80,000 injection procedures and handled more than 8,000 complex cases, many from people hoping to fix results from another clinic. Her goal is for you to look refreshed and healthy, never overdone.
“The device decides what's possible. The doctor decides the direction.” — Dr. Dan XuThat's why your first visit is about your face and your goals, not a product or a machine.
Each year our team supports one cause close to home. In 2026, that's Precision Child Health at SickKids. We'd love you to find your own small way to join in.
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These photos come from our own clinical records and are shared with each client's written consent, without retouching. They show what treatment can do, not a guarantee: your result depends on your skin, your anatomy and the plan you and Dr. Xu decide on.
Getting here
From most of Thornhill you won't need a highway. Drive east on John Street; from the Vaughan side, take Centre Street to Yonge and carry on along John. Past Woodbine Avenue, turn right onto Esna Park Drive, left onto Denison Street and right onto Hood Road. The clinic is the corner building at Hood Road and Gibson Drive, on your left. Starting near Yonge and Steeles? Steeles Avenue East to Warden Avenue takes about the same time.
Coming by transit? From Yonge and Steeles, take the TTC 53 Steeles East bus to Warden Avenue, a ride of about 25 minutes on a frequent route. From the stop it's a 10-minute walk north, so allow about 35 minutes door to door. Timings change through the day, so it's worth checking a trip planner first.
We checked these with Google Maps on a weekday evening, outside rush hour. Each card's main figure is a toll-free route via John Street, Steeles Avenue or Hwy 7, with the Hwy 407 time added where it's faster. Expect longer drives at rush hour.
From German Mills Community Centre, German Mills Rd
About 5 km · 10 min
North to John St, then east to Esna Park Dr, Denison St and Hood Rd. No highway and no toll.
From Thornhill Community Centre, Bayview Ave & John St
About 7 km · 12 min
Straight along John St, which becomes Esna Park Dr past Woodbine, then Denison St and Hood Rd. No toll.
From Yonge St & John St
About 9 km · 14 min
John St east all the way to Esna Park Dr. Hwy 407 is about two minutes faster, but it is a toll road.
From Yonge St & Steeles Ave
About 10 km · 15–17 min
North on Yonge to John St, then east; or take Steeles Ave E to Warden Ave. No toll either way, and the TTC 53 bus runs along Steeles.
From the Promenade, Bathurst St & Centre St
About 11 km · 20 min
Centre St east to Yonge, then John St to Esna Park Dr, Denison St and Hood Rd. Via Hwy 407 (toll), about 15 minutes.
From Thornhill Woods Dr & Bathurst St
About 15 km · 22 min
Hwy 7 east, no toll. Via Hwy 407 east to exit 86 at Warden Ave, about 15 minutes.
Monday to Sunday
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
All visits are by appointment. Consultations with Dr. Xu run Monday to Saturday. Holiday hours may vary, so please call ahead.
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Good to know
Yes. ID Cosmetic Clinic is in Markham at 30 Gibson Drive, by Warden Avenue just north of Steeles. From the Markham side of Thornhill it's a 10 to 15 minute drive east along John Street; from the Vaughan side, allow about 20 minutes. We have one location, in Markham, and welcome clients from across Thornhill.
Take John Street east; from the Vaughan side, follow Centre Street to Yonge first. Past Woodbine Avenue, turn right onto Esna Park Drive, left onto Denison Street and right onto Hood Road; the clinic is the corner building at Gibson Drive. From Thornhill Village that's about 9 km and 14 minutes outside rush hour. From Yonge and Steeles, Steeles Avenue East to Warden Avenue works just as well.
Yes. The TTC 53 Steeles East bus runs from Yonge Street at Steeles to Warden Avenue in about 25 minutes, and it comes often. From the Warden stop it's roughly a 10-minute walk north, so plan on about 35 minutes door to door.
Yes. Parking is free and underground, with an accessible entrance, so you don't need to watch the clock while you're being treated.
No. Dr. Dan Xu is a family physician (M.D., CCFP) registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, and she has focused on aesthetic medicine since opening the clinic in 2017. She treats cosmetic concerns such as wrinkles, pigmentation, acne scars and unwanted hair. For a medical skin problem, such as a mole that's changing, please see your family doctor or a dermatologist.
Dr. Dan Xu. She assesses you at your consultation and performs your Botox®, Xeomin®, jaw-slimming, lip filler, dermal filler and Sculptra® injections herself, including at follow-up visits.
Plan on six to eight sessions, four to eight weeks apart, with an occasional touch-up afterward. Hair grows in cycles and the laser only affects follicles in the active phase, which is why one session isn't enough. Sessions are performed by trained technicians under physician supervision.
For deeper skin tones, the 1064 nm Nd:YAG wavelength is usually the safer choice, because the pigment at the skin's surface absorbs less of its energy. We start with conservative settings and adjust as we see how your skin responds.
Usually three to four months for forehead lines, frown lines and crow's feet; you'll see the effect over one to two weeks. Jaw slimming with masseter Botox takes four to eight weeks to show, and it's typically repeated two or three times a year.
By starting small and working with your proportions. Dr. Xu shapes the lips to suit your face from the front and in profile, and you can return after two to four weeks for a top-up if you'd like more. Swelling settles within a few days, and hyaluronic acid filler can be dissolved.
No. Your first 30-minute consultation with Dr. Xu is free, and there's no obligation to book. If you'd like to go ahead, quicker treatments like Botox®, a HydraFacial® or a first laser session can usually be done during that same visit.
The clinic is open every day from 10 AM to 6 PM, by appointment, and Dr. Xu holds consultations Monday to Saturday. Weekend times are the first to fill, so booking a few days ahead helps. Our team speaks English, Mandarin and Cantonese.
Look for a clinic where a physician is actually involved in your care; any Ontario doctor can be checked on the CPSO public register. Ask who will treat you, which product or device they'll use and why, how complications are handled and what the total cost will be. A good clinic will also tell you when you don't need a treatment.
Cost depends on the treatment, the product used and how many sessions you need. Dr. Xu gives you a clear figure at your free consultation, before anything is done. For background, the Toronto cost guides below cover laser hair removal, Botox, lip filler and HydraFacial pricing.
Before you book
Before your visit, these short reads from our clinic explain costs, session counts and what each treatment involves, so you can make the most of your consultation.
How laser hair removal is priced in Toronto, and how many sessions to budget for.
Read the guide →What goes into the price of Botox, and what to ask when you compare clinics.
Read the guide →Who jaw-slimming Botox suits, when the change shows and how often it is repeated.
Read the guide →Why lip filler prices vary, from the product chosen to the amount you need.
Read the guide →What a HydraFacial costs in Toronto, and what affects the price.
Read the guide →How three popular facial treatments compare on results and downtime.
Read the guide →— Ready When You Are —
Bring your questions and a few photos you like. Within half an hour, Dr. Xu will tell you what she sees, what can realistically change and what she'd suggest, so you leave with a clear plan whether or not you begin that day.
Every consultation is conducted personally by Dr. Xu (Mon–Sat).
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