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Let me begin by saying that, as a Chicago plastic surgeon who was at the forefront of using fat transfer for facial rejuvenation, I continue to prefer using a patient's own fat to correct age-related aesthetic concerns. This treatment is best-suited for restoring volume lost in areas such as the eyes and lips. That said, …
Eyelid surgery, also called blepharoplasty, is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries performed year in and year out. When any patient is considering considering upper eyelid surgery at my Chicago practice, the same question, almost invariably, comes up: "Should I combine upper blepharoplasty with a brow lift?" Here's what I tell them. To Combine …
It's quite common for patients to get antsy to resume their exercise routine after undergoing a facelift. Many patients at my Chicago practice lead active lifestyles and often want to return to the gym as soon as possible after undergoing facelift surgery. Virtually all surgeons craft their own postoperative instructions for plastic surgery patients, including …
Overall, it may not surprise you to learn that men seeking rhinoplasty (nose job) at my Chicago practice are looking for results similar to what women want. Everyone wants a nose that's proportional to the rest of their facial features and blends harmoniously; it's not quite that simple, though. What Makes an Attractive Male or …
Updated May 2022 Many of the patients who come in for facelift consultations at my Chicago practice actually have concerns that may be better addressed with a different facial plastic surgery procedure. A facelift is probably the most well-known facial procedure—but that doesn't always make it the best. It's important to understand that a facelift …
A facelift procedure for Chicago patients is an investment in yourself — in confidence, in your appearance, and often more intangible improvements to your quality of life. Patients want results to be as effective, natural-looking, and long-lasting as possible. That's why one of the first questions many of them ask is, "How long will my …
As a facelift surgeon in Chicago, I like to talk about the details of procedures and intricacies of plastic surgery. However, I believe it's also important to consider the emotional side of the plastic surgery process, both before and after your treatment. The emotional side of things can sneak up on you, no matter how …
Through extensive research and experience, I've been able to develop techniques that reduce patients' downtime after rhinoplasty at my practice in Chicago, and help them heal as quickly as possible. Still, recovery after this surgery can be temporarily uncomfortable, as is expected with nearly any surgical procedure. Patients can expect to feel tired and sore …
If you visit a playground, you'll see them everywhere: slender women with smooth contours and great skin, each with two or three kids in tow. Looking tired and unsatisfied with your body after pregnancy has become a thing of the past. With treatments for the face (including minimally invasive PrecisionTx™ laser for skin tightening, fat removal …
Patients interested in rhinoplasty in Chicago may have come across the terms "open" and "closed" when reading about the procedure. Even though the choice of a rhinoplasty technique depends mostly on the patients' goals and the surgeon's preference, I prefer performing open rhinoplasties on most of my patients. I'll explain why in this blog post. What …
