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Dr. Cook's Blog Posts

Enhanced Oxygen Facials

This skin quenching treatment provides the ultimate in intense hydration. Perfect for all skin types, the Oxygen Facial can penetrate deep into the epidermis allowing for visible improvement of fine lines, wrinkles and texture of the skin.

 

How to correct the bulge above a C-section scar with Tummy Tuck, Liposuction, and other Options

The excess skin created by a C-section may be corrected by a tummy tuck, or abdominoplasty procedure.As with all other aspects of plastic surgery, proper treatment comes from making a proper diagnosis.  There are three factors which contribute to the bulge: a tight band of scar tissue underneath the original C-section scar, excess fat in the lower abdomen, and loose skin.  I educate my Chicago patients, about the relative contribution of each of these factors that will determine the best treatment. 

What are the effects of different profiles of breast implants?

Patients considering breast augmentation surgery should be aware of the effect of different breast implant profiles.  High profile implants have greater forward projection and will round out the upper portions of the breast while medium and low profile breast implants have different effects. I consult patients wanting to learn more about breast implant choices in my Chicago office.

How do I select the right size for my breast implants?

Patients considering breast augmentation surgery are often intimidated by the process of selecting the size of the breast implants.  At our Chicago and Winnetka offices we make this process simple with our photo database, anatomical sizers, that properly demonstrate the effect of implants, and Dr Cook's extensive experience in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery

Breast Implants and Breast Lift Combined

A recent patient from Hinsdale raised a question that commonly comes up in consultation with Dr Cook: whether breast implants and a breast lift can be combined in a single surgery.  A careful consideration of the patient's breast structure, the type of surgical technique employed for a breast lift or mastopexy, and the patient's state of health and well-being will guide us in our recommendation.  Consultations for the combined surgery of a breast lift with breast implants are available for both our Chicago and Winnetka offices.

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