Which Injectable is Right for you?

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Plastic Surgery Injection

So you’ve got some wrinkles on your forehead and deep lines forming around your mouth…. You want a non-invasive procedure to improve their appearance but you’re not sure which injectable is needed to address your concerns.  Believe it or not, you are not alone.  Many patients, especially those who are new to aesthetic treatments, don’t […]

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So you’ve got some wrinkles on your forehead and deep lines forming around your mouth…. You want a non-invasive procedure to improve their appearance but you’re not sure which injectable is needed to address your concerns.  Believe it or not, you are not alone.  Many patients, especially those who are new to aesthetic treatments, don’t

Are You a Candidate for CoolSculpting?

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CoolSculpting

Do you have a pocket or pockets of fat that bother you?  Perhaps it’s that lower abdominal “pooch” that many of us struggle with, or those love handles that create a muffin top in your skinny jeans.  For many of us, even diet and exercise doesn’t totally get rid of these stubborn pockets of fat. 

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Do you have a pocket or pockets of fat that bother you?  Perhaps it’s that lower abdominal “pooch” that many of us struggle with, or those love handles that create a muffin top in your skinny jeans.  For many of us, even diet and exercise doesn’t totally get rid of these stubborn pockets of fat. 

Turning Back the Hands of Time!

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Turning Back the Hands of Time!

The lines and wrinkles we develop on our face with time aren’t the only things giving away our age!  As we age, we lose volume in the back of our hands as well, making tendons more obvious and veins more visible.  The skin can also lose its elasticity resulting in a “crepey” texture.  Additionally, years

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The lines and wrinkles we develop on our face with time aren’t the only things giving away our age!  As we age, we lose volume in the back of our hands as well, making tendons more obvious and veins more visible.  The skin can also lose its elasticity resulting in a “crepey” texture.  Additionally, years

6 Natural Bruise Remedies You Can Try at Home

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Young woman applying scar cream

A common side effect of filler and Botox treatment is bruising.  It is true that bruising is less likely to occur with Botox treatment than filler injections, and while it is every injector’s goal to minimize bruising as much as possible, it is not 100% preventable.  Sure, avoiding visible blood vessels and using injection techniques

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A common side effect of filler and Botox treatment is bruising.  It is true that bruising is less likely to occur with Botox treatment than filler injections, and while it is every injector’s goal to minimize bruising as much as possible, it is not 100% preventable.  Sure, avoiding visible blood vessels and using injection techniques

Botox- “The Myths and Miracles”

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Myths of Botox Beautiful Woman's Face

When you hear the word “Botox” what is the first thing you think of?  Most people think of Botox and its cosmetic use for treating the lines and wrinkles seen in the forehead or crow’s feet.  Some people associate its use with looking fake or being “too done”, others think of botulism (oh my!).  Did

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When you hear the word “Botox” what is the first thing you think of?  Most people think of Botox and its cosmetic use for treating the lines and wrinkles seen in the forehead or crow’s feet.  Some people associate its use with looking fake or being “too done”, others think of botulism (oh my!).  Did

4 Non-Invasive Treatments You Can Do in the Winter to Look Your Best Next Summer!

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Woman getting laser hair removal

Coolsculpting How many of us make a New Year Resolution that involves dieting, exercising or losing weight? Winters in Chicago often make it difficult for us to achieve these goals as many of us are eating lots of food around the holidays, hibernating, and staying indoors, and being less active than we might otherwise be

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Coolsculpting How many of us make a New Year Resolution that involves dieting, exercising or losing weight? Winters in Chicago often make it difficult for us to achieve these goals as many of us are eating lots of food around the holidays, hibernating, and staying indoors, and being less active than we might otherwise be

5 Tips for a Successful Surgical Recovery

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Surgical Recovery

You’ve thought about it for a long time and you’ve finally made the decision to proceed with plastic surgery.  You’re definitely excited, probably nervous, and absolutely want the best results you can achieve.  Here are a few words of advice to help you feel better, recover more quickly, and lower your risk of complications. Be

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You’ve thought about it for a long time and you’ve finally made the decision to proceed with plastic surgery.  You’re definitely excited, probably nervous, and absolutely want the best results you can achieve.  Here are a few words of advice to help you feel better, recover more quickly, and lower your risk of complications. Be

How Old Is Too Old for Plastic Surgery?

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Mature woman looking in the mirror

During consultations- facelift or other- with my patients, it’s common for people to make comments such as: “I know I shouldn’t be worrying about this at my age.” “Am I the oldest person that’s ever asked you about this?” “I wish I’d done ____ (surgery), but I’m too old for it now.” This begs the

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During consultations- facelift or other- with my patients, it’s common for people to make comments such as: “I know I shouldn’t be worrying about this at my age.” “Am I the oldest person that’s ever asked you about this?” “I wish I’d done ____ (surgery), but I’m too old for it now.” This begs the

Clean Up Your Summer Sun-Damaged Skin!

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Clean Up Your Summer Sun-Damaged Skin!

You’ve been out in the sun all summer, and despite your best efforts (wearing a hat, sitting under a beach umbrella, or applying sunscreen- we all do this all the time, right?), you’ve started to notice the effect the sun has had on your skin over the years.  I am talking about sun damage in

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You’ve been out in the sun all summer, and despite your best efforts (wearing a hat, sitting under a beach umbrella, or applying sunscreen- we all do this all the time, right?), you’ve started to notice the effect the sun has had on your skin over the years.  I am talking about sun damage in

Maintain that healthy GLOW with sunscreen!

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Woman with healthy glowing skin

That’s right…. With SUNSCREEN!  We often associate glowing skin with tan skin, and with the excitement of summer just around the corner I wanted to explain to you just how wrong that assumption is!  As a former tanning bed user (I know, shame on me), and as someone who has worked in healthcare for a

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That’s right…. With SUNSCREEN!  We often associate glowing skin with tan skin, and with the excitement of summer just around the corner I wanted to explain to you just how wrong that assumption is!  As a former tanning bed user (I know, shame on me), and as someone who has worked in healthcare for a

Skin Rejuvenation – Tips to Turn Back the Clock

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Mature Asian woman skin rejuvenation

Hopefully you’ve read my previous blog about healthy skin and anti-aging to keep your skin looking its best.  If not, you can find it here Let’s just say you haven’t been so kind to your skin to this point, your tanning days have led to brown spots, or age has just done what it tends

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Hopefully you’ve read my previous blog about healthy skin and anti-aging to keep your skin looking its best.  If not, you can find it here Let’s just say you haven’t been so kind to your skin to this point, your tanning days have led to brown spots, or age has just done what it tends

Healthy Skin – How to Keep It and How to Get It Back!

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Dark Skin woman with gorgeous glowing skin

We all want our skin to be fresh, glowing, wrinkle-free and beautiful, but most of us don’t treat it very well.  Sun exposure, smoking, exposure to pollution, inappropriate cleansers, leaving makeup on overnight, and other things we do every day are damaging our skin. Of course we all have the best intentions for being kind

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We all want our skin to be fresh, glowing, wrinkle-free and beautiful, but most of us don’t treat it very well.  Sun exposure, smoking, exposure to pollution, inappropriate cleansers, leaving makeup on overnight, and other things we do every day are damaging our skin. Of course we all have the best intentions for being kind

Coolsculpting – Can You Remove Fat Without Surgery?

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CoolSculpting Fat Removal Treatment

Coolsculpting – Can You Really Remove Fat Without Surgery? One of the most common questions I’ve been asked by patients recently is “What do you think about Cool Sculpting?”  Well, here it is. In case you haven’t heard of it, Coolsculpting is a non-invasive technology that uses cold to freeze fat cells that then undergo

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Coolsculpting – Can You Really Remove Fat Without Surgery? One of the most common questions I’ve been asked by patients recently is “What do you think about Cool Sculpting?”  Well, here it is. In case you haven’t heard of it, Coolsculpting is a non-invasive technology that uses cold to freeze fat cells that then undergo