It surprises many patients who are considering a tummy tuck at my Chicago practice when I explain that I prefer to perform the procedure using local anesthesia with sedation, rather than general anesthesia. Their quizzical looks are understandable because the innovative technique isn't used by many plastic surgeons. It is, however, perfectly safe and actually reduces …
One of the first signs of aging is hollowing out under the eyes. Patients often ask about having fillers injected to make the tear troughs appear plumper. Although injectable fillers are a wonderful tool to enhance a patient's appearance for many areas of the face, they don't always yield the best results when used under …