The Difference Between a Full and Mini Facelift Posted on July 14, 2016 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe No one is immune to the effects of gravity, time, and the elements. As we age, these effects result in volume loss, lines, and sagging skin, particularly on the face and neck. While a facelift is the gold standard for restoring a more refreshed, relaxed appearance, some patients might be best served by a mini … Read More
4 Ways I Customize Your Breast Augmentation Procedure Posted on May 16, 2016 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Making the decision to undergo a breast augmentation is deeply personal, and your results should be equally personal and unique. At my practice in Chicago, I use advanced surgical techniques and breast implant options that make it is easier than ever to ensure each patient's results are customized to her needs. There are a few … Read More
Important Considerations Before Rhinoplasty Posted on April 19, 2016 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe If you've ever considered facial plastic surgery, especially rhinoplasty, you'll know that the idea of changing your features can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time. In order to approach the surgery with confidence rather than anxiety, you should do some extensive and thoughtful research beforehand. I find that rhinoplasty patients at my plastic … Read More
‘Tis the Season: Managing Allergies After Rhinoplasty Posted on February 16, 2016 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe 'Tis the season for spring flowers, green grass, and warm, beautiful weather! However, along with spring, unfortunately, comes allergy season. Runny noses, sneezing, and watery eyes are commonplace this time of year, and while they are usually merely annoying, they can be especially troublesome for rhinoplasty patients in Chicago. If you're considering rhinoplasty surgery before … Read More
Your Breast Augmentation Preparation Timeline Posted on January 11, 2016 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Because it's one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures in the world, there is a lot of information out there about breast augmentation. I like to help my Chicago patients keep it all straight with simple guidelines so they can put any nerves at ease and feel confident and excited as they move toward … Read More
Breast Augmentation Recovery: 7 Tips You Need to Know Posted on December 28, 2015 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Although my patients are always excited to see the results of their breast augmentation in Chicago, they almost always have some concerns about the recovery period. Whether they're busy professionals, active mothers, or devoted athletes, worries over things such as mobility and discomfort are common and natural. In this blog post, I'm hoping to put … Read More
Fat Transfer Part 3: Your FAQs Answered Posted on November 26, 2015 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe As you may have read in some of my previous blog posts and newsletters, fat transfer is becoming a more popular method of enhancing both the body and the face. This treatment is best used to fill lost volume in areas such as the eyes and lips of the face, or volumizing the breasts in … Read More
Fat Transfer Part 2: Enhancing the Body Posted on November 19, 2015 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Many patients interested in breast augmentation aren't interested in significantly increasing their breast size, but would like to improve the shape of their breasts. As a plastic surgeon in Chicago, patients often ask how they can create more volume in their breasts without implants. Luckily, there is a solution that offers long-lasting, effective results without … Read More
Fat Transfer Part 1: A Lasting Solution to Volume Loss in the Face Posted on November 17, 2015 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Often in life, there are two ways to reach a desired outcome: the easy way and the better way. The better way being an effective, thorough method with long-lasting results. This idea is especially important when considering plastic surgery treatments to add volume to the face. In this 3-part series, I will discuss fat transfer … Read More
Your Rhinoplasty Preparation Timeline Posted on November 12, 2015 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Getting a "nose job" is something many of the rhinoplasty patients at my Chicago practice have thought about for years, starting when they were teenagers. If you count yourself among those considering rhinoplasty or you have just made the decision to get surgery, this blog post can serve as a guide to get you on … Read More