Which Is Best for You: Facelift, Mini Facelift, or Neck Lift? Posted on May 26, 2022 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Facial rejuvenation is an extraordinarily popular branch of cosmetic surgery around the world. These procedures, including neck lifts and facelift surgery, are also popular at our own Chicago practice. Plastic surgeons develop new procedures all the time to help patients treat and prevent the effects of aging. If you've been researching facial rejuvenation and are … Read More
A Fit Woman’s Guide to Breast Augmentation Recovery Posted on March 15, 2022 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Patients who come to us for cosmetic surgery such as breast augmentation at our Chicago practice each have their own personal motivations. But many of them seem to have a few characteristics in common: an interest in a healthy lifestyle, a commitment to a balanced diet, and a passion for exercise. Often, breast augmentation can … Read More
3 Keys to the Best Facelift Results Posted on February 10, 2022 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe In my nearly 30 years as a board-certified plastic surgeon, the evolution of facelift techniques has been remarkable. Research and innovation have led to modern, sophisticated surgical methods that produce results that are better than ever for our facelift patients. At my Chicago practice, I use these techniques, coupled with my own experience, to reduce … Read More
What I Do Differently for Revision Rhinoplasty Posted on January 21, 2022 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe I see many patients who are disappointed in the outcome of rhinoplasty procedures performed by other surgeons. In fact, about 30% of the rhinoplasty surgeries I perform are to revise undesirable results from previous surgeries. In some cases, I see revision rhinoplasty patients at my Chicago practice who have undergone 3 or 4 rhinoplasty procedures. … Read More
6 Tips for Your Rhinoplasty Recovery Posted on January 6, 2022 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe One of the biggest concerns patients have about getting a nose job (rhinoplasty) is recovery. Chicago men and women who consult with us are worried the recovery will be uncomfortable and that they'll ruin the results if they sneeze or blow their nose even once. That's not true, although you can take several steps to … Read More
Your Ultimate Guide to Neck Lift Surgery for Early Signs of Aging Posted on December 6, 2021 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Did you know your neck may be aging you even more than your face is? It’s true. While facelifts have long been considered the gold standard of rejuvenation, neck lift surgery may be your secret to looking your best. As board-certified plastic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Thomas Mustoe and Dr. Sammy Sinno specialize in turning … Read More
Answers to 7 Plastic Surgery FAQs Posted on November 19, 2021 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe As board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Thomas Mustoe and Dr. Sammy Sinno have years of experience performing surgeries as well as educating their patients and peers about all that the field of cosmetic medicine has to offer. Whether you are considering a plastic surgery procedure in the Chicago area or simply curious about the world of … Read More
Rhinoplasty at Every Age: How Nose Jobs Differ at 16 and 61 Posted on October 19, 2021 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe When is the best time to get rhinoplasty (or a “nose job”)? As plastic surgeons in Chicago, Dr. Thomas Mustoe and Dr. Sammy Sinno hear this question often. People of all ages are often curious about whether they’re old enough to make changes to their nose or whether it’s too late for them to make … Read More
Who Is the Best Candidate for Eyelid Surgery? Posted on September 2, 2021 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Our eyes are often one of the first things people notice about us. So when sagging, baggy eyelids make us look older or more worn out than we are, it affects not only how people perceive us, but how we feel about ourselves. That may be why so many people visit board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. … Read More
5 Things I Wish I’d Known Before Breast Augmentation Posted on July 30, 2021 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe As board-certified plastic surgeons and breast augmentation specialists in Chicago, Dr. Thomas Mustoe and Dr. Sammy Sinno make every effort to prevent any post-op regrets. Patient education and an extensive consultation process make all the difference when it comes to setting you up for success and satisfaction. However, women who have gone through the process … Read More