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HomeSearch Results Your Healthy Recovery and Maintaining A Healthy Lifestyle 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 […]

HomeSearch Results Introduction to Laser Stretch Mark Treatment Stretch marks tell a story, but that doesn’t mean you always want them to be the first thing you see. It doesn’t matter whether they developed after pregnancy, weight changes, or growth over time, because stretch marks can feel like one of those concerns that’s just “there,” with very few real options to improve them. For many patients, it’s about softening their appearance so they blend more naturally into the skin. Laser stretch mark treatment at Casas Aesthetic Plastic Surgery offers a non-surgical way to do exactly that. Using fractional laser technology, Dr. […]

HomeSearch Results Introduction to Upper Eyelid Surgery Many people seek out eyelid surgery for a number of reasons, whether it’s for medical or cosmetic purposes. If you’re suffering from a medical condition or simply don’t like the appearance of your eyelids and surrounding tissues, there are multiple solutions available. It’s crucial to know the ins and outs of eyelid surgery so you can discern which route is best for your health and peace of mind. In 2020 alone, over 325,000 Americans underwent eyelid surgery, showing it’s much more common than you might think. So, what is eyelid surgery, and what are […]

HomeSearch Results Introduction to Nipple Reduction “I had a very successful nipple reduction surgery. Dr. Casas is a very skilled plastic surgeon. I had very long nipples after breastfeeding. I had one time failed ugly surgery before I visited Dr. Casas. So she fixed everything, and now I like myself.” – Realself Review. What is Nipple Reduction?Childbirth and nursing can cause the nipples to lengthen, making them difficult to conceal under normal clothing. Nipple projection can be reduced through an incision around the nipple that removes nipple skin. This can help create a newfound sense of comfort and self-confidence that […]

HomeSearch Results Introduction to Breast Lift and Auto Augmentation Mastopexy A breast lift at Casas Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Glenview brings everything back to where it belongs, restoring a naturally elevated shape that looks balanced, supported, and proportionate. Over time, skin stretches, and tissue settles. What makes a lift so appealing is how it refines the contour without necessarily changing your size, giving clients natural-looking results. According to the ASPS, “in 2024, breast lift surgery was performed 153,616 times in the United States, making it one of the most frequently chosen cosmetic surgical procedures of the year.”1 Photo Gallery View Before & […]

HomeSearch Results Introduction to Breast Augmentation with Lift It’s very common for patients to come in thinking they need implants, only to realize that volume isn’t the only concern, or to consider a lift and worry that they’ll lose fullness in the process. In reality, many changes over time involve both position and volume, so addressing one without the other may not deliver the result you’re hoping for. A breast augmentation with a lift allows us to approach both concerns together. By adding volume where it’s been lost and repositioning the breast to a more natural, lifted position, Dr. Casas can […]

HomeSearch Results 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. Photo Gallery View Before & Afters View Gallery What Is Breast Augmentation?Female breast augmentation, […]

HomeSearch Results Introduction to Breast Asymmetry If you have found that your breast asymmetry is significant enough that it interferes with your daily life, it is probably time to have Dr. Laurie Casas evaluate your breasts. In Chicago and on Chicago’s North Shore, for over 35 years, Dr. Laurie Casas has been helping individuals better understand their options for correcting breast asymmetry, which can be either congenital or acquired. In cases of congenital breast asymmetry, the individual developed at puberty, and their breasts developed with significant asymmetries in size and or shape. In cases of acquired breast asymmetry, the individual now has […]

HomeSearch Results Introduction to Tummy Tuck Are you feeling self-conscious about your abdominal area due to loose skin or stubborn fat that just won’t budge despite diet and exercise? A tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty, might be the transformative solution you’re looking for. This remarkable procedure reshapes your abdomen, restoring its tone and texture, especially after significant life changes like pregnancy or weight loss. With a tummy tuck, you can look forward to a smoother, firmer stomach that not only enhances your physical appearance but also boosts your self-esteem. In fact, it was the third-most-performed plastic surgery procedure in 2022, according […]

HomeSearch Results 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. Photo Gallery View Before & Afters View Gallery What is a […]