May 2017 Newsletter Posted on May 11, 2017 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe My commitment to my patients and my desire to inform and educate has led me to begin creating email newsletters, which I will distribute quarterly. In these emails, you can expect to read my latest blog posts, learn detailed information about procedures and plastic surgery, and hear about new technology available in the field. I … Read More
Facelift, Neck Lift, or Brow Lift? Knowing the Difference Helps Posted on January 15, 2017 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Updated May 2022 Many of the patients who come in for facelift consultations at my Chicago practice actually have concerns that may be better addressed with a different facial plastic surgery procedure. A facelift is probably the most well-known facial procedure—but that doesn't always make it the best. It's important to understand that a facelift … Read More
Before Your Facelift Surgery, Consider This Posted on November 23, 2016 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe As a facelift surgeon in Chicago, I like to talk about the details of procedures and intricacies of plastic surgery. However, I believe it's also important to consider the emotional side of the plastic surgery process, both before and after your treatment. The emotional side of things can sneak up on you, no matter how … Read More
3 Tips for Connecting With Plastic Surgery Patients Online Posted on September 28, 2015 By TLKM Plastic Surgery In the 25 years I've practiced plastic surgery in Chicago, one of the most significant changes I've seen is how much research patients do before stepping foot in a consultation. Not only do they learn a lot about the procedures they are considering, but also about plastic surgeons themselves. Many of my patients come to … Read More
Complete Rejuvenation: Your Guide to Facial Sculpting Posted on September 7, 2015 By TLKM Plastic Surgery Combining surgical procedures that each individually target a specific area of the face is an excellent way to achieve a comprehensive result and an "all-over" rejuvenated look. Because facial aging rarely occurs in just one area as the years pass, it usually makes sense to combine individual components into a single operation. Facelift with eyelid … Read More
Are Men Changing the Face of Plastic Surgery? Posted on February 26, 2014 By TLKM Plastic Surgery Think about the cosmetic hoops women have traditionally jumped through. Makeup, shaving their legs, and changing hairstyles are all part of the routine. Men, on the other hand, have had more of a "take-it-or-leave-it" attitude. Judging by the number of men coming in for a face lift or other procedures at my Chicago practice, it … Read More