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Across the world of aesthetics, it's clear that the "natural look" is coming back. Full eyebrows, freckles, and healthy, balanced bodies are in, thanks in part to celebrity influences and the natural ebb and flow of popular culture. This trend is especially apparent in my breast augmentation patients here in Chicago. I now hear more …
One of the most significant developments in the field of aesthetic procedures during my career is the increased use of anti-aging injectable treatments such as dermal fillers. At my plastic surgery practice in Chicago, we use fillers to soften fine lines and wrinkles and to add volume, creating a more youthful appearance. Dermal fillers, such …
Every year, breast augmentation is reported as one of the top three most common plastic surgery procedures. It's also noted for its high level of patient satisfaction. Yet with most every consult there looms some anxiety with what I call “the size question.” It is easy to understand why selecting an implant size can seem daunting …
"Fat" has become a bit of a dirty word, and one I hear often in my plastic surgery practice in Chicago. But fat comes in many forms, and there are various ways to reduce it—some of which are more effective than others. Before deciding on the right fat reduction option for you, it's important to …
The vast majority of patients who undergo rhinoplasty here in Chicago are satisfied with their long-term results, but occasionally the need arises for a revisionary procedure. Although there are several distinct reasons why a patient may pursue a revisionary rhinoplasty, the surgery is most often used to refine and correct the nasal shape. Patients who …
Elective surgery can yield very exciting results for patients, but even when performed under the best of circumstance, surgery is still an invasive procedure that requires careful consideration. Most of the patients I've encountered have voiced an interest in achieving maximum results with minimal invasiveness. This is largely the reason why the mini facelift in Chicago …
Whether the result of aging or natural anatomical differences, skin and fat can accumulate around the neck and chin. This can create a great deal of visual weight, making even physically fit individuals appear heavier than they are. A heavy, thick, or undefined neck can also be resistant to diet and regular exercise, making the …
As a facial plastic surgeon in Chicago, I specialize in brow lift surgery for restoring a smooth forehead and appropriate elevation to the brows. If done well, a brow lift can take years off a person's appearance without any obvious signs of having had surgery. Of course, we've all seen the results of poor brow lifts, …
Tummy tuck patients at my Chicago plastic surgery center often come in with preconceived notions that they have developed from reading about the procedure online or hearing about it from friends. At my practice, I use a unique approach that reduces the risk of those common concerns. Through my advanced technique and years of experience, …
Self-image is the perception of how we believe we look to others, and it's important to our well-being to have a positive self-image. Aesthetic plastic surgery changes something about a person's appearance that, for one reason or another, they believe detracts from her or his overall attractiveness, thus affects their self-image. The vast majority of …
