1. The NEW CoolAdvantage Petite™ applicator is the ONLY upper arm non-invasive fat reduction technology that has been FDA approved.
2. This applicator is new and smaller which is perfect to treat upper arm fat, back, bra fat and banana roll.
3. Coolsculpting uses cryolipolysis which is cold induced apoptotic fat cell death. The Coolsculpting applicators are placed on the fat which are cooled to a critical temperature that causes cell death and destruction of the fat over a few months. This results in 22% fat reduction with each treatment. Results are visible in 2 months.
4. Previously, our smaller framed patients would […]
Smartlipo – www.casas.md/
Liposuction, also known as lipolysis, was first introduced in the 1960’s to offer the first surgical means to remove small deposits of fat. By the 80’s, liposuction techniques vastly improved with the introduction of suction-assisted lipolysis. Suction-assisted lipolysis involved the use of cannulas to infuse fluid into tissues and the use of a vacuum suction technique to remove unwanted fat. By 1985, the tumescent technique, super wet liposuction technique and other variations were introduced to offer more predictable results. By the 1990’s, ultrasound technology was introduced to facilitate fat removal by first liquefying the fat using ultrasonic energy.
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Sculptra – www.casas.md/
Sculptra ™ is a biocompatible synthetic poly-L-lactic acid facial filler that significantly diminishes facial creases, hollowed cheeks and temples, and/or sunken eyes. In short, Sculptra ™ restores volume to the cheeks and midface. In addition, Sculptra presents a wonderful opportunity to effectively and non-surgically lift hanging skin folds at the nose and mouth.
While more than one session may be required to achieve optimal results, the complimentary results can last for up to 3 years One of the best, unique advantages to this facial filler is that it stimulates your own body’s collagen production which is responsible for skin […]
Dr. Laurie A. Casas – Speaker at the annual meeting of Cosmetic Plastic surgeons
Dr. Laurie A. Casas taught the following lecture at the annual scientific meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) on Friday, May 4th 2012. This demonstrates again that Dr. Laurie A. Casas is recognized by the ASAPS as one of the thought-leaders in cosmetic / plastic surgery.
The topic of her lecture: ” The power of cosmetic medicine: high impact results with injectable agents for facial rejuvenation”
The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) is an organization devoted to the advancement of cosmetic surgery with […]
Question:To begin, I’m in my early twenties. At this point I don’t realistically need surgical procedures. I’m very well disciplined in no smoking, sleeping on my back, using moisturizer, sun screen and eye cream, 8 glasses of water a day and such. Are their any suggestions you have to aging gracefully at a young age?
Answer: Sounds as if you’re already doing a great job of taking the extra steps in ensuring you age as gracefully! In addition to what you are currently doing you may want to incorporate the following into your lifestyle to ensure that all bases are covered!
A […]
NewImage.com quotes Dr. Laurie Casas in a discussion regarding “Are you too old for plastic surgery?” According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, people over the age of 50 account for 31% of all plastic surgery procedures done in the United States. Therefore Dr. Casas ensures her patients have realistic expectations for procedures requested.
“Whether a patient’s reasons for having surgery are emotionally healthy or unhealthy can be obvious or subtle,” says aesthetic plastic surgeon Laurie Casas, MD, FACS, of Glenview, IL. She gives an example of good motivation. “I don’t have people coming in saying, ‘I want to […]
Question: Are there any clinical advantages to Breast Reduction surgery other than simply reducing the size because they look too big for my body?
Answer: Breast Reduction surgery can improve one’s overall appearance AND help alleviate recurring symptoms that women with large breasts often experience.
Some of those include rashes underneath the breasts as well as shoulder, neck and back pain. Deep grooving in the shoulder area can also happen when bra straps dig into the skin. In addition, overly large breasts can cause premature sagging of the skin, causing the nipples to point downward. All of these effects can be corrected, […]
Question: Are teenagers appropriate candidates for cosmetic plastic surgery?
Answer: It truly depends on the individual.
The consultation is an important time for both of us (the teenaged patient and myself) to evaluate if the timing and expectations are a good match. If it is not clear that the patient is emotionally mature, and has reasonable expectations, I do not believe it is appropriate for that teenager to undergo plastic surgery. Cosmetic plastic surgery is a commitment to change and it is essential to know and understand your reasons for wanting to make this change. As physicians, we have an ethical responsibility […]
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Smoking and Secondhand Smoke
Any exposure to smoke, either directly or indirectly, can result in poor wound healing, delayed wound healing, skin loss requiring skin grafting, and increased risk of infection. The diminished blood flow to the skin wound from smoking and secondhand smoke can cause the breakdown of skin and scabbing. For this reason Dr. Casas will not perform surgery requiring skin flaps (facelift, forehead lift, tummy tuck, breast reduction, breast lift) within two months of a patient’s smoking or exposure to secondhand smoke. This waiting period is one […]
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Introduction to Revision Rhinoplasty
A rhinoplasty procedure is one of the most difficult cosmetic procedures with a high revision rate. If you are one of the up to 15% of patients not satisfied with their nose job procedure, a secondary rhinoplasty in Chicago can give you the results you desire.
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View Gallery What is Revision Rhinoplasty?Corrective nose surgery in Chicago is one of the most complex procedures in cosmetic facial surgery and aims to address the critical mistakes of previous rhinoplasty surgery. It can be performed to help improve the shape of […]
