Plastic Surgery Blog Chicago

Question:Can Latisse help me attain fuller, darker and stronger eye lashes? Also, what should I know about Latisse prior to usage? Answer: For readers who are looking to enhance their eyelashes, Latisse may be just be the product you’ve been searching for! Thankfully the FDA recently approved this prescription treatment for those who suffer from […]

Announcing the new President of ASERF, Dr. Laurie Casas! What is ASERF and why is it an important foundation for cosmetic surgery? ASERF stands for Aesthetic Surgery Education and Research Foundation. It is a national organization that is dedicated to funding research and promoting education in the expanding field of cosmetic surgery. It helps to […]

It’s safe to say that trends are shifting and injectable treatments are now “accepted” options for everyday women! The Aesthetic Surgery Education & Research Foundation (ASERF) released results from a recent survey illustrating just that fact. “In a similar survey issued four years ago, we dispelled the myth that Hollywood and corporate wives were the […]

Question: Are facial fillers safe and reliable, and how do I know which one is best for me? Answer: Excellent question. Yes, they are safe if performed by a qualified surgeon who has evaluated you in a safe environment such as a doctor’s office or medispa that is physician owned and operated. Dr. Casas strongly […]

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 […]

Dr. Laurie Casas shares her insight and tips about injectable treatments like BOTOX Cosmetic & Juvederm & her answer to this question: Why patients are no longer keeping their injectable treatments a secret? Dr. Casas says, “People no longer feel it is necessary to keep their injectable treatments a secret because these treatments are safe, […]

There is nothing as effective as surgery to remove unwanted fat deposits that resist diet and exercise. Unfortunately, it can’t stop there. What makes the outcome ‘successful’ longterm is when a patient continues to maintain proper nutrition, daily exercise and adequate sleep. Maintaining one’s diet and workout routine along with surgery will definitely contribute to […]

Below is a list to which you may want to refer when interviewing or considering a Cosmetic Plastic Surgeon who is certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties. Be on guard if your prospective surgeon says he/she ‘does everything’. Ask your surgeon what he/she does most often and don’t be afraid to ask for […]

Why is it significant that the FDA approved Sculptra for cosmetic use? What is it & why is it different from a filler? The good news is that the FDA has now given Sculptra it’s official stamp of approval for cosmetic use based on solid, consistent evidence that it works cosmetically and effectively! Sculptra has […]

Question: How long does cosmetic surgery last? Answer: This question comes up frequently in consultations and it should! It is important! What I tell patients is this: For many surgeries, the results can last for years, as long as you maintain a healthy lifestyle (healthy diet, routine exercise and adequate amounts of sleep). No matter […]