Chicago : (312) 788-2560
TLKM Plastic Surgery
737 North Michigan Avenue #1500
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 788-2560
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tuesday: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.
Facelift surgery is somewhat unique in that there are really two types of recovery to consider. There is physical recovery, which involves how long before you can return to work, exercise, and perform other daily tasks. Social recovery, which is often overlooked, refers to the time it takes for facelift patients to feel comfortable attending …
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Plastic surgery for teenagers can be a sensitive topic, but rhinoplasty is actually quite appropriate for adolescent patients if performed at the right time and in the right way. The nose is one of the earliest facial structures to develop and greatly influences the appearance of the entire face. For many people, the nose they …
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For many facial plastic surgeons, requests for nonsurgical rhinoplasty are on the rise throughout Chicago and the country. Although the idea of a nose job without surgery is appealing, this approach has several significant drawbacks. What is a nonsurgical nose job? First, let's put parameters on a nonsurgical nose job, sometimes called the "5-minute nose …
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Our necks tend to show signs of aging earlier than other areas of the face, and with many people these days meeting virtually on video calls, more women and men are thinking about ways to improve the appearance of their necks. A neck lift might be the optimal solution, but it's important to remember the …
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Spend time researching online for ways to address skin conditions such as wrinkles, discoloration, acne scars, or sun damage, and you'll likely learn a lot about chemical peels and laser skin resurfacing treatments. But it may not be clear which is best for your specific case. They share similar goals—removing old, dull skin and promoting …
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Many people considering a facelift begin their search by browsing online for the “best facelift surgeon in Chicago,” or wherever they are located. It’s understandable to want the best surgeon available; however, it may be difficult to determine what that title actually means. How can you determine which surgeon is truly the best in your …
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An angular, contoured jawline is one of those facial features that's considered universally attractive—for both women and men. Nonsurgical and surgical techniques can create such an appearance, either by enhancing the chin, slimming the neck, or producing a narrower, more heart- or V-shaped face. A neck lift at my Chicago practice is a common choice …
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Not all nose surgery is the same. Patients considering rhinoplasty at my Chicago practice often ask if the surgery can correct issues they have with breathing through their noses. They also want to know if cosmetic rhinoplasty—designed to change the size or shape of the nostrils, bridge, nasal tip, or other structures—can be combined with …
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Women and men considering rhinoplasty are often willing to make certain concessions (including traveling out of the country) to find lower-cost options. If ever there is a time to heed the age-old adage, "you get what you pay for," it's when you're considering elective cosmetic surgery of any type. Risking your health, not to mention …
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Choosing the type of implants used in breast augmentation is one of the fundamental decisions women make for breast enhancement surgery. Implants can be filled with either saline or silicone gel, and my breast augmentation patients in Chicago make their choices based on personal preferences after I explain each option's trade-offs. Most plastic surgeons strongly push patients …
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