The Whole Beauty Practice Blog
The Whole Beauty® Institute practice blog is a resource for patients in Chicago and beyond, to get information on specific aesthetic treatments and plastic surgery procedures, as well as Dr. John Q. Cook, his team, and his practice.
Do Neck Lift Patients Always Have to Get a Facelift, Too?
The neck can be overlooked by patients when it comes to addressing signs of aging. While Dr. John Q. Cook is adept at identifying those who would benefit from tissue tightening below the chin, many people seeking a facelift are surprised to learn that they would...
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What Is Discussed in a Tummy Tuck Consultation with Dr. John Q. Cook?
All beautiful plastic surgery results have something in common: They started with a personalized consultation. At Whole Beauty ® Institute, this is true of every procedure. Dr. John Q. Cook will sit with the patient for, say, a tummy tuck at his Chicago-area practice,...
Why Should Dr. John Q. Cook Be Your Choice for a Tummy Tuck Surgeon?
Searching for a plastic surgeon in Chicago brings up literally of thousands of results. The Chicago area is large, so some of these providers will be closer to you, while others will be more of a drive away. When it comes to choosing a plastic surgeon for something...
6 Reasons Patients Choose Breast Reduction
While breast augmentation continues to capture attention and make headlines around the world, many patients are seeking the exact opposite of the results this plastic surgery provides. We are talking, of course, about breast reduction. Chicago’s Dr. John Q. Cook has...
How Does a Structural Breast Lift Differ from a Conventional Breast Lift?
Dr. John Q. Cook performs a wide range of plastic surgery procedures on patients each year, but one of his favorites is the structural breast lift. The Chicago-based plastic surgeon developed this technique in order to give patients beautiful, natural-looking,...
GLP Medications for Weight Loss
Frequently Asked Questions about GLPs for Weight LossHow effective are GLP medications for weight loss? GLP medications are very effective tools to kick start the weight loss process for patients. Semaglutide and Tirzepatide help regulate a person’s appetite by...
Mommy Makeover FAQs: Get Answers to Your Questions
We hear plenty of questions related to Mommy Makeovers at our Chicago-area offices. Happily, Dr. John Q. Cook and the Whole Beauty Institute team have plenty of answers! Read on to learn some of the most frequently asked questions from patients, as well as the...
How Can Fat Transfer Benefit Younger Patients?
When it comes to facial fat transfer, the Chicago area’s Dr. John Q. Cook often talks with patients who are surprised to learn that the treatment can benefit more than just older women and men. In fact, volume loss in the face can begin to show in a person’s 20s, as...
The Benefits of “Keeping It Local”: Most Facelifts Don’t Require General Anesthesia
When it comes to facial rejuvenation, Dr. John Q. Cook is clear about what works best: facelift surgery. As a Chicago-based plastic surgeon, Dr. Cook sees the benefit of wrinkle relaxers, fillers, and “tightening gadgets,” as he calls them, but none of these minimally...
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