QuestionI have lost 65 pounds and now look like a melting candle. What options do I have for my sagging arms, stomach, thighs?
Answer Congratulations on the weight loss! I understand the need to alter the “melting candle” look resulting from this dramatic drop in weight. To achieve your desired image we might be looking at a couple of different procedures. Typically if you have poor elasticity and extra skin, surgical excision is needed. You may need bracelets, abdominoplasty and thigh lift.
An abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) procedure will remove excess skin/fat from the abdomen area. During an initial consultation we’ll examine your […]
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Introduction to Breast Augmentation
According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, “nearly 300,000 breast augmentation procedures are performed each year in the United States, making it one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries nationwide.”1 It’s remained one of the most requested cosmetic procedures for a reason: it delivers beautifully balanced, natural-looking results when done with precision and intention.
At Casas Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Glenview, just outside of Chicago, Dr. Laurie Casas approaches breast enhancement with a refined eye and decades of surgical experience.
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Introduction to Thigh Lift
Are you self-conscious about the appearance of your thighs? If you answered yes, you are not alone. As we age, the skin loses its normal elasticity, resulting in sagging of the skin, which is commonly seen along the thighs. In addition, after significant weight loss, residual excess skin can result in unappealing sagging.
Because the changes in the thighs are due to drooping skin, no amount of exercise or weight loss can improve their appearance. Fortunately, there are options to help remove the excess skin and improve the firmness and appearance of the thighs.
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Introduction to Mommy Makeover
Many women just want their bodies back after pregnancy and nursing. This process always starts with developing a healthy nutritional and exercise plan to restore your core muscle tone and strength.
But pregnancy changes the body in ways that do not always bounce back with diet and workouts alone. Skin stretches, muscles separate, and breast tissue shifts. That is where a tailored combination of treatments at Casas Plastic Surgery in the greater Chicago area can step in to refine what exercise cannot fully address.
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Introduction To Liposuction
Liposuction, also known as “liposculpture,” “lipoplasty,” and “suction lipectomy,” is a procedure that shapes the body by removing diet-and-exercise-resistant fat from various parts of the body. Everybody’s needs may be different, but our expertise can provide solutions for a wide range of aesthetic requirements. With a detailed understanding of the human body and employing the most effective liposuction techniques, our patients experience the best liposuction Chicago has to offer. Understandably, you’ll have a few questions about what the procedure entails, and Dr. Casas will discuss your areas of concern with you, and together you will […]
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Introduction to Buttock Lift
When it comes to the buttocks, volume is only part of the equation, since skin quality plays an equally important role. Over time, or following significant weight loss, the skin can lose its ability to retract, leading to sagging, flattening, or an uneven contour that no amount of exercise can fully correct.
A buttock lift addresses this at its source. Dr. Laurie Casas can remove excess skin and reshape the underlying tissue to make a more uplifted, smooth, aesthetically pleasing shape. At her Chicago-area practice, the focus is not just on lifting, but on achieving […]
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Introduction to Body Lift
A body lift is a transformative procedure that removes excess sagging skin, tightens underlying tissues, and enhances body contours for a smoother, more toned appearance. It’s especially beneficial for individuals with loose, sagging skin following significant weight loss, whether through bariatric surgery, lifestyle changes, or pregnancy.
For patients seeking body lift surgery in Chicago, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Laurie Casas offers personalized procedures designed to restore comfort, mobility, and confidence. With decades of experience and a dedication to natural-looking results, Dr. Casas helps patients achieve a balanced, contoured shape that better reflects their healthy lifestyle […]
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Removal Excess Male Breast Tissue (Gynecomastia)
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I have had man boobs for as long as I can remember. I’m 34 and I finally got up the nerve to ask my primary care doctor for some names. That’s how I found Dr. Laurie Casas, among others. Once I saw her there was no need to look further. She reviewed all my options and discussed my case with my primary care physician. We decided to go with a combination procedure to remove the breast tissue lump on each side […]
Liposuction, a clinical procedure that should be performed by a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, removes fat that’s resistant to diet and exercise from various parts of the body, including the thighs, back, tummy, arms, and neck.
This article provides everything you need to know about liposuction, including how it works, the downtime involved, the pain factor, best candidates, and the importance of finding a qualified person to perform this procedure.
Keep in mind that this article is not intended as medical advice. While liposuction is generally considered safe when performed by a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, it can have negative side effects […]