Rhinoplasty is one of Dr. Epstein’s favorite plastic surgery procedures. He loves the artistry and the challenge involved in this complex procedure. Creating the perfect balance of form and function requires extensive skill, and Dr. Epstein has honed his abilities performing nasal surgery over decades of practice. As one of Chicago’s top rhinoplasty surgeons and… Read More
Not All Lines are Created Equal: Dynamic and Static Wrinkles
Though wrinkles are universally frustrating, they’re not all alike: Wrinkles are divided into two distinct categories—static and dynamic—based on how they form. Dynamic wrinkles only become visible when we laugh, smile, or frown, whereas static wrinkles are always present. Dynamic wrinkles usually show up earlier in life; most people start to notice these telltale creases… Read More
Is Diastasis Recti Responsible for Your Protruding Belly?
By age 40, most people notice that their stomach protrudes more than it used to—even if they haven’t gained much weight over the years. Though this belly “pooch” is often caused by normal changes in fat distribution, stomach protrusion can indicate the presence of a more serious underlying condition: Diastasis recti. What is Diastasis Recti?… Read More
What to Do If Your Rhinoplasty Wasn’t What You Expected
One of the biggest benefits of plastic surgery is the opportunity to strive for your ideal look. You don’t get to choose your natural nose. Whatever Mother Nature sends your way, you get. However, rhinoplasty provides options. When working with your rhinoplasty surgeon, you can often design a nose that complements your other features and… Read More
The Golden Ratio and Facial Plastic Surgery
What makes a person physically beautiful? Some scientists and mathematicians suggest that the Golden Ratio, a ratio commonly found in nature, could hold the key to physical beauty. What is the Golden Ratio? How is it used to create and enhance physical beauty? What Is the Golden Ratio? The Golden Ratio is found in nature,… Read More
Facial Implants or Fat Grafting? Which Solution Is Best for You?
Facial implants and fat grafting are both used to reshape the face. However, the methods for accomplishing the reshaping vary drastically between these two treatments. Our board-certified Chicago plastic surgeons see the beauty and benefit in each treatment option and offer both procedures here at MAE Plastic Surgery. Implants or fat grafting? Our surgeons share… Read More