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Breast Augmentation – www.casas.md/ Breast augmentation has been performed in the United States for over 45 years. The good news is that techniques and technology have vastly improved to deliver an overall high satisfaction rate. Today, breast augmentation is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures. In the past, the placement of breast implants may have been considered an extensive and complex procedure, requiring significant downtime and discomfort. Today, plastic surgeons know how to stay ahead of pain. Many women return to work within a week following the procedure. Formerly, many women were concerned about breast implants safety. Today, the plastic surgery […]

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 […]

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 […]

Breast Lift – www.casas.md/ Breast Lift, also known as Mastopexy, elevates and firms the breasts to compliment your figure. Women that have experienced changes and loss of skin elasticity from pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, aging, gravity, and those with imperfect genetic traits may desire the breast Lift. Breast Lift techniques offer the potential to treat a variety of concerns, depending upon your desires and the recommendations of your plastic surgeon. More women have become interested in the breast lift due to advancements in techniques performed by select plastic surgeons that provide additional benefits, including: For women who do not want breast implants or […]

Question: I tend to go braless a lot when wearing tank tops and camisoles, especially in the summer. Could this have long term negative effects on my breast shape? Do you have any advice for how to help prevent breast sagging or help prevent worsening of my sagging breasts? Answer: If your breasts are not properly supported, your breast ligaments can over stretch, which can make your breasts droop or sag. If your breasts are not supported, gravity can help to make breasts, especially heavy/large ones, sag or droop. It is important even for small breasted women to wear proper fitting […]

Question: What do breasts look like after the implants are removed and what if replacements aren’t wanted? Will the breast then be smaller than the original size? Saggy? Answer: The breasts will look exactly like they did before the augmentation if the implant was placed under the muscle. Only the changes of aging, hormones and weight will affect the breast tissue that sits over the implant. If, however, the implant was placed over the muscle and was very large there may be sagging from the weight of the implant that stretched out the skin. But it should be noted that when […]

Question: What causes saggy breasts and will breast feeding increase my chances of sagginess? If a breast lift is deemed necessary will my cup size change? What is typical recovery time for a breast lift? Answer: There are two main factors that cause breasts to sage; one being changes in breast size and the other is poor skin elasticity! Changes in breast size most often occurs when you lose weight or during the pregnancy and nursing period. Keep in mind that deciding to breast feed will also increase your chance for sagginess, more so if you have poor skin elasticity. If you […]