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Breast Augmentation Seminar – October 18, 2012

Breast Augmentation Cosmetic Procedure All you ever wanted to know about Cosmetic Breast Augmentation! Who: Dr. Laurie Casas, Board certified Plastic Surgeon, National Expert on Breast Surgery When: Thursday, October 18th, 2012 – 12:00pm noon to 2:00pm Where: Casas Aesthetic Surgery MediSpa, 2050 Pfingsten Road – Suite 270 – Glenview, IL 60026 Who: Anyone interested in Breast Surgery Dr. Laurie Casas, named One of the Top Four Cosmetic Plastic Surgeons in the USA for Breast Augmentation by The New York Times and with 20 + years experience will discuss: Options in Cosmetic Breast Surgery Today (new implant styles etc.) How to Choose the Right Implants for You Breast implant revision […]

Breast Augmentation Implant Sizes

Breast Augmentation and Enhancement www.casas.md/ Dr. Laurie A. Casas Cosmetic Surgery Chicago Glenview Dr. Laurie A. Casas wants to explain important facts about breast augmentation, absolute and relative cup sizes and the options you have. It is critical to evaluate all the factors in this decision. Question: My breasts have always made me self-conscious. They’re much smaller than the rest of my frame. How do I decide which implant size would be best for me? I don’t want to end up with overly large breasts, or breasts which are out of proportion to the rest of my body. Answer: Many women are under the […]

ASAPS Meeting – Breast Augmentation and Augmentation Mastopexy

ASAPS Meeting in Vancouver, Dr. Laurie A. Casas, www.casas.md/, Breast Enhancement, Fat reduction, Facial Fillers, Skin, Chicago, Glenview, North Shore, Cosmetic Surgery, Plastic Surgery Dr. Laurie A. Casas and Dr. W. Grant Stevens taught the advanced class at the annual scientific meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) on Sunday, May 6th 2012 in Vancouver. Another proof point that Dr. Laurie A. Casas is recognized by the ASAPS as one of the thought-leaders in cosmetic / plastic medicine. The topic of the joint lecture: "Breast Augmentation and Augmentation Mastopexy – Problem Solving and Operative Strategies". The American Society for […]

Myth of Lunchtime Breast Augmentation with your own Fat

Recently, a myth started in the lay press that breast augmentation using your own fat could be performed during your lunchtime. Unfortunately, as appealing as this may be it is not true. The procedure of using your own fat that is removed from your body and then injected into your breasts may be a safe procedure however as a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon I would recommend that you wait until the clinical research is complete. As a member of our two major Societies, ASPS (American Society of Plastic surgery) and ASAPS (American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery) we only want […]

Breast Augmentation and Suicide, Fact or Fiction?

There is no proven association between Breast enhancement surgery and suicide, despite recent reports that women in a Swedish study who had breast augmentation surgery appeared to have a higher incidence of suicide than the general population. Many published scientific reports do not support this confusing conclusion. In fact, in 2006 in the USA over 300,000 women chose to have breast enhancement surgery according to ASPS and ASAPS. And according to published data, women who have had Breast Augmentation surgery are extremely satisfied. So this Swedish study actually contradicts the published data that shows women who have had breast enhancement have […]

How Do I Choose the Best Plastic Surgeon for Breast Augmentation?

Question: I’m interested in Breast Augmentation. What are the main ingredients to success in choosing the best Plastic Surgeon for me? Is it necessary to select a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery? Answer: I believe there are several important steps to a successful Partnership between a board certified Plastic Surgeon and their Patient! The key to picking your Plastic Surgeon for any procedure is that: He or she is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a diplomat of the American Board of Plastic Surgery. A handy list to refer to when interviewing or considering […]

Breast Augmentation with Breast Implants – Am I ready to commit?

Question: I have been thinking of breast implants for years and am finally ready to commit! I would like to be a 34C or D (am now a 34B). I also think I am uneven and one breast sags a little more than the other. Will breast implants also ‘lift’ my breasts and even them out? Answer: It is quite common in women that sagging occurs as we age and it is not always symmetrical. What I can do is perform a regular Breast Augmentation using 2 different sized implants (one positioned slightly higher)…or we can do a one-sided (unilateral) Breast […]

Breast Augmentation – Predictors for Reoperation

Multisite Analysis of 177 Consecutive Primary Breast Augmentations: Predictors for Reoperation McCafferty LR, Casas LA, Stinnett SS, Lin S, Rho J, Skiles M Aesthetic Surgery Journal: May 2009;29;3.pp.213-222 Abstract Background Plastic surgeons and manufacturers of breast implants have been examining the complication and reoperation rates of primary breast augmentations for more than 18 years. The seemingly high rates reported by the manufacturers to the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was the impetus for this multicenter study. Objective This paper reports on data pooled from three plastic surgery practices that were geographically distributed across the United States and examines the reoperation rate, time to reoperation, the […]

Breast Reduction

HomeSearch Results Introduction to Breast Reduction Breast reduction surgery is a procedure that removes excess skin, tissue, and fat from the breasts. The goal of this procedure is to make the breasts more proportionate to the patient’s body and also to alleviate the pain and discomfort that comes with having overly large breasts. Dr. Laurie A. Casas in Chicago, IL, is a board-certified cosmetic authority who prioritizes safety, excellence, and natural-looking outcomes. She performs breast reduction with artistry and nuance, elevating confidence, comfort, and peace of mind. “I cannot recommend Dr. Casas highly enough for anyone considering breast reduction surgery. From […]

Breast Lift

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 & […]

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