Liposuction Under Local Anesthesia: 10 Things You Should Know
Insights from Chicago’s Leader in Local Anesthesia Liposuction Dr. John Q. Cook, the founder and director of the Whole Beauty® Institute in Chicago and Winnetka, has performed a variety of liposuction techniques under local anesthesia for many years. Current...
Plastic Surgery During the Summer Months
At first thought, plastic surgery during the summer months doesn’t seem like the ideal time of year. People are mostly headed outdoors to swim, run, bike, and explore. However, more important than the time of year is the amount of time you have to recover from...
Smartlipo® and Slimlipo® Laser Liposuction Advantages
Smartlipo® and Slimlipo® laser liposuction advantages over other liposuction techniques, such as classical liposuction and ultrasonic liposuction.
Laser Liposuction for Athletes
We offer laser liposuction with the SlimLipo® device under local anesthesia in our Chicago and Winnetka offices. In general patients can return to exercise much more quickly than with other techniques. This makes laser liposuction particularly attractive to athletes, who do not want to disrupt their training schedules.
Why liposuction can enhance fitness and health
A significant number of people exercise in order to improve or maintain their body shape and to keep their weight within a desired range. As a person loses weight due to increased exercise a desirable feedback cycle is established. When your clothes fit better, you feel good about your appearance, and you are likely to want to continue exercising.