Men and women over the age of 50 have been increasingly seeking plastic surgery in their retired years, why do you think that is? Plastic surgery in men and women over the age of 50, better known as the baby boomers, is becoming more popular, because they view plastic surgeons and dermatologists as the “fountain… Read More
Considering the Weather
Many people may have a lot of time off during the holiday season, but why is it important to think about the climate and other seasonal changes i.e., cold weather when pursuing a procedure? Other than exposure to extremes in climate, seasonal changes really have no detrimental effects on surgical outcomes. One would not want… Read More
Does Age Matter in Cosmetic Surgery?
More and more retirees in Northbrook and Chicago are considering cosmetic surgery. If you are 65 or older, you are among many patients choosing to make aesthetic changes to their face and/or body. Perhaps you are contemplating plastic surgery as a way to make you look as young as you feel? Perhaps you are thinking… Read More
Can anything be done about my heavy breasts?
Breast reduction surgery has consistently been one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures performed in the United States. The reason being is that the symptoms correlated with large breasts are painful and damaging to a woman’s body. Larger breasts are medically called macromastia, if large breasts cause pain this condition is called symptomatic macromastia…. Read More
Why should I allow people to see my photos?
Why should I allow people to see my “Before” and “After” photos? This is a question that has occasionally been raised by our Chicago and North Shore patients, and we can certainly understand why they are asking. The short and simple answer is this: “You are paying it forward.” As you may know, many people… Read More
Should I Lose Weight Before Breast Augmentation?
The question about losing weight prior to breast augmentation is one that I am asked quite frequently. As most women know, both weight gain and weight loss can affect the size of the breast. When a woman loses weight, her breast size will often become smaller, and when she gains weight, the breasts often become… Read More
