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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 […]
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: Do you ever perform Breast Reduction on men who have Gynecomastia? My son is 19 years old and very concerned that the breasts that show through his clothes. It affects his clothing choices and what he does in his free time. I am wondering if there is anything that can be done to help him feel more confident to go to workout and go swimming.
Answer: Male Breast Reduction for Gynecomastia is a surgical procedure that reduces excessive breast tissue in males after medical conditions are determined not to be the cause for abnormal breast development.
According to recent data from […]
Question: I would love to know if there is any type of surgery that can reduce the size of my breasts without submitting to a full breast reduction! I am not considered a candidate by my Insurance Company for the Breast Reduction surgery but it is something that has been an issue for me personally. As an athlete, I am constantly binding them down (wear 2 heavy sport bras!) and would love to go down 1 size. I am medium build.
Answer: Depending on the density of your breasts (which may be evaluated during a consultation) you may be a perfect […]
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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 […]
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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
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Introduction to Breast Implant Revision
At Casas Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, we have provided numerous women with amazing results from their breast implant revision surgery in Chicago. There are a variety of reasons why breast implant revision surgery is performed, including breast implant ruptures and issues related to capsular contracture. Our goal is to provide you with the personalized, professional surgical care you need.
“Dr. Casas has been my plastic surgeon for over 17 years — she performed my original breast augmentation and most recently, my implant exchange. She is a true perfectionist, and unlike most surgeons who simply perform […]
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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 […]
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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 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 […]
