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
Adjusting to the “New You” Following Plastic Surgery Posted on November 14, 2017 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Self-image is the perception of how we believe we look to others, and it's important to our well-being to have a positive self-image. Aesthetic plastic surgery changes something about a person's appearance that, for one reason or another, they believe detracts from her or his overall attractiveness, thus affects their self-image. The vast majority of … Read More
October 2017 Newsletter Posted on October 30, 2017 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Your Guide to Recovery Many of our prospective patients contact the office worried about downtime, post-op recovery, or with questions about how long it takes to return to their regular schedule after undergoing surgery. To help, we've shared some of our most popular procedures and their respective recovery times: Facelift: Most people return to work or their … Read More
Preparing for Recovery After Blepharoplasty Posted on October 30, 2017 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Knowing what to expect and being well-prepared helps blepharoplasty patients at my Chicago practice feel more confident about their eyelid surgery and the recovery process. Many cosmetic surgery patients express more concern about the recovery than the actual procedure, which is why I provide detailed post-op instructions and several tips before the operation. I've spent … Read More
Getting Back to the Gym After a Facelift Posted on March 15, 2017 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe It's quite common for patients to get antsy to resume their exercise routine after undergoing a facelift. Many patients at my Chicago practice lead active lifestyles and often want to return to the gym as soon as possible after undergoing facelift surgery. Virtually all surgeons craft their own postoperative instructions for plastic surgery patients, including … 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
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