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Benefiting From the Upper Hand In Breast Lift Techniques

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 […]

CoolSculpting to reduce post-baby belly fat

CoolSculpting – www.casas.md/ – www.freezethefatchicago.com Q.: What treatment do you recommend for post-baby belly fat? I am within 5 lbs of my pre-pregnancy weight but the skin around my middle is very different from before; it seems a bit looser and flabbier. I don’t seem to able to lose weight in this area very easily. What procedures for belly fat reduction really work and won’t give me too much down time? A.: Depending on the amount of skin laxity and fat under that skin I would probably advise Coolsculpting. This is a non invasive procedure that freezes your fat in the area […]

Will Going Braless Equal Sagging Breasts – Martha Stewart Magazine

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 […]

Dr. Casas Quoted in New Beauty Magazine – “Mommy Makeover” Resource

“Mommy Makeover” and “After Pregnancy” Resource Notable Item: Dr. Laurie Casas lends her expertise to New Beauty Magazine in an article about breast enhancement surgery after pregnancy. Dr. Casas says that many new moms undergo breast augmentation in addition to a breast lift to restore volume and firmness to their brests. Pregnancy and lactation cause breast changes leading to smaller, more saggy breasts. Dr. Casas says, “Women are emotionally traumatized when a beautiful event like pregnancy and lactation adversely affects their breasts.” Visit the New Beauty website. How can I get more information? Call now for your complimentary consultation. You may reach us at the Chicago […]

Is “The Breast Year Ever” on 97.9 The Loop A Legitimate Promo?

Question: Is the Promotion “The Breast Year Ever” on 97.9 FM legitimate? Answer: Yes, it is – Dr. Casas was interviewed by Pete McMurray and Jane Monzures as they discussed saline and silicone breast implants that are being used for Reconstruction/Revision Surgery/ Enhancement & Post Pregnancy Deflation. 97.9 The Loop is funding an opportunity for a woman in need of breast reconstruction/revision surgery/reduction/augmentation for asymmetry or lack of development. It’s called the “Breast Year Ever”. Check it out at here! Learn more about: Breast Augmentation | Breast Implant Revision | Breast Lift | Cosmetic Breast Reduction Visit our photo galleries: Breast Augmentation Gallery […]

Dr. Laurie Casas quoted in FOX News

“Mommy Makeover” and “After Pregnancy” Resource Dr. Laurie Casas is quoted in FOX News regarding some additional perks of body-contouring procedures. According to FOX News, “cosmetic surgery may improve sex life.” Dr. Casas says that “[Plastic surgery] will not change who the patients are,” but rather it can give them the confidence to feel good about themselves in an intimate setting. Read full article. How can I get more information? Call now for your complimentary consultation. You may reach us at the Chicago North Shore suburbs of Glenview (847-657-6884). Dr. Laurie A. Casas and her team will work with you to develop a treatment plan for your […]

Solution for Sagging Breasts

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 […]

Female Plastic Surgeon in Chicago North Shore, Dr. Laurie Casas

We do a lot of writing about cosmetic procedures (both surgical and non-surgical) but we don’t say much about one of the top female plastic surgeon’s in Chicago, and this website’s founder, Dr Laurie Casas. So let us embellish a bit. Dr. Laurie Casas has been proudly serving the Chicago North Shore area and has been named one of the top plastic surgeons in Chicago since 1992. The New York Times also ranked Dr. Casas as one of the top 5 Plastic Surgeons to perform breast augmentation in the country. Therefore, being one of the top female plastic surgeons in the […]

Lipo, Tummy Tuck or Both?

Question: After lipo do you need a tummy tuck? Is there alot of skin left hanging? Answer: You may or may not need both. It depends on an individuals skin elasticity. When a patient has rapid weight gains or losses (pregnancy for example) sometimes the skin does not bounce back. The patient can pull it away and it sags. So these patients, regardless of their age, need skin resection when that body part is addressed. Evaluating a persons skin elasticity is a key element for all body contouring procedures. The best way to evaluate that is to come in for a […]

Are Silicone Breast Implants Safe?

Question: Is it true that Silicone breast implants are safe? Answer: The short answer is yes. Silicone breast implants that are FDA approved since the lifting of the moratorium in 2006 are safe. The real issue is whether you are a good candidate for breast enlargement with either saline or silicone gel breast implants. Typically women who are in good health and who have either not had breast development (congenital Micromastia) or had normal breasts but saw them disappear after pregnancy or lactation or weight loss are excellent candidates for considering breast augmentation. The key is to come in to see […]

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