Why Have So Many Celebrities Had a Nose Job (Rhinoplasty)? Posted on November 16, 2020 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe If you have ever searched for photos of celebrities before and after plastic surgery, you have likely noticed just how many actors, musicians, and socialites have had a rhinoplasty or “nose job.” At our Chicago plastic surgery practice, rhinoplasty is consistently among the most popular and most-requested procedures for both men and women. It’s a transformative … Read More
Plastic Surgery, Beauty, and the Mask Era Posted on July 24, 2020 By Dr. Sammy Sinno What a year 2020 has been. Nobody could have imagined the impact COVID-19 has had on every single aspect of daily life. I am grateful and appreciative for health and the small things that were so easily taken for granted prior to the pandemic. My daily office routine is now much different than it was … Read More
Dr. Sinno’s Top 5 Favorite Surgery Procedures Posted on July 23, 2020 By Dr. Sammy Sinno What drew me initially to plastic surgery was a combination of artistry, technical mastery, and diversity in the surgical procedures. As a board-certified plastic surgeon, I have the background and training to perform hundreds of procedures, but of course, with time we tend to focus and specialize on a handful to obtain expertise and skill. … Read More
The Ultimate Rhinoplasty Recovery Guide Posted on July 17, 2020 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe Like any surgery, it's no small decision to choose to undergo rhinoplasty (nose job). Chicago men and women who want to transform their faces often ask about rhinoplasty to create a smoother, narrower, or more refined nose. However, because it is an extensive procedure, rhinoplasty requires a sizeable recovery time. There are many things you … Read More
Rhinoplasty Consult 101 Posted on January 11, 2020 By Dr. Sammy Sinno Rhinoplasty surgery is one of the most frequent operations I perform, yet it is considered to be one of the most difficult in all of plastic surgery. After all, the nose does occupy a very expensive piece of real estate on the body: the center of your face! Every maneuver and millimeter is important, so … Read More
Cosmetic vs. Functional Rhinoplasty: What’s the Difference? Posted on November 24, 2019 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe 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 … Read More
Plastic Nose Lifters, Clips, and Rhinoplasty Knockoffs Posted on March 15, 2019 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe With every major development in plastic surgery, there follows a flood of products that promise the same results for less effort and money. The “nose job” is no exception. While rhinoplasty surgeries at our Chicago practice are more effective than ever, gimmicky products continue to crop up, claiming to shape slimmer, more lifted noses with … Read More
The 6 Most Common Rhinoplasty Requests Posted on October 15, 2018 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe The motivations for undergoing rhinoplasty can vary significantly from person to person. However, as a facial plastic surgeon with years performing rhinoplasty (nose job) here in Chicago, I've heard a handful of concerns more frequently than others. If any of these 6 requests resonate with you, know you are not alone! Smooth a hump on … Read More
Rhinoplasty Revision? Choose Expertise Over Cost Posted on June 15, 2018 By Dr. Thomas Mustoe The vast majority of patients who undergo rhinoplasty here in Chicago are satisfied with their long-term results, but occasionally the need arises for a revisionary procedure. Although there are several distinct reasons why a patient may pursue a revisionary rhinoplasty, the surgery is most often used to refine and correct the nasal shape. Patients who … 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