What Is the Best Age for a Mini Facelift? It May Be Younger Than You Think Posted on January 4, 2024 By TLKM Plastic Surgery Everyone wants to age gracefully. Fortunately, modern cosmetic surgery can address this goal with increasing precision and subtlety. Many people begin cosmetic treatments to maintain a youthful appearance in their 40s and 50s—a time when the signs of aging become more pronounced. While injectable treatments and skin tightening procedures offer temporary solutions, a more lasting … Read More
4 Steps To Choosing the Right Facelift Technique Posted on March 24, 2023 By TLKM Plastic Surgery As we age, our skin loses elasticity, leading to wrinkles and sagging. For some people, the signs of aging can be a significant source of insecurity. If you're troubled by the effects of aging on your appearance, you may be considering a facelift as a solution. A facelift can restore a more youthful appearance by … Read More
QUIZ: Should I Get a Facelift? Posted on August 4, 2022 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe More and more, Chicago board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Thomas Mustoe and Dr. Sammy Sinno are consulting with people in the early stages of aging who are asking an unexpected question: Should I get a facelift? A procedure once thought to be reserved for the later phases of aging is now becoming a popular topic among … Read More
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
How Is a Mini Facelift Different From a Facelift? 4 Differences You Should Know Posted on July 30, 2020 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe As you explore your options for facial rejuvenation, you may find yourself struggling to choose between a mini facelift or full facelift at our Chicago plastic surgery practice. It’s clear why people find the mini facelift appealing: It involves smaller incisions and less recovery time while still lifting and rejuvenating the face. For some men … Read More
The PrecisionTx® Laser Facelift: What You Need to Know About Laser Skin Tightening Posted on June 1, 2020 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Is there a nonsurgical alternative to a facelift? At our plastic surgery practice in Chicago, it’s a question we hear a lot. While nothing can quite compare to the results a surgical facelift achieves, PrecisionTx laser skin tightening may be one of the most effective alternatives yet. This minimally invasive treatment addresses laxity on the … Read More
Why Today’s Facelifts Are Better Than Ever Posted on December 15, 2018 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Some of the most significant changes I've seen during my career in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery are the development of nonsurgical facial rejuvenation procedures. They can produce some pretty remarkable, though temporary, results. Nevertheless, I tell patients considering a facelift at my Chicago practice that it remains the best option for creating a lasting, more … Read More
Full or Mini Facelift: What’s Best for You? Posted on May 15, 2018 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Elective surgery can yield very exciting results for patients, but even when performed under the best of circumstance, surgery is still an invasive procedure that requires careful consideration. Most of the patients I've encountered have voiced an interest in achieving maximum results with minimal invasiveness. This is largely the reason why the mini facelift in Chicago … Read More
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
The Difference Between a Full and Mini Facelift Posted on July 14, 2016 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe No one is immune to the effects of gravity, time, and the elements. As we age, these effects result in volume loss, lines, and sagging skin, particularly on the face and neck. While a facelift is the gold standard for restoring a more refreshed, relaxed appearance, some patients might be best served by a mini … Read More