Plastic Surgery Procedures Trending in 2015

Plastic Surgery Procedures Trending in 2015

As with everything else, plastic surgery procedures come in and out of fashion with the times. Which procedures are trending in early 2015? The American Society of Plastic Surgeons just released some data based on numbers of procedures in 2014 as compared to those in 2013. Some of the information on this list is hardly […]

Are You Ready for Bikini Season?

Are You Ready for Bikini Season?

Bikini season is quickly approaching, and many women around Chicagoland are working hard to get their summer bodies back. Usually, getting back into the gym a few days a week will provide tangible results, especially when combined with a sensible diet. At St. Charles Plastic Surgery, we advocate personal health as the first step toward […]

Seven Tips to Help You Stay Healthy

Seven Tips to Help You Stay Healthy

Health and body improvements top the New Year’s resolution list for many people. Unfortunately, springtime is when these resolutions fail to materialize after people fall back into old bad habits. Being well takes time and effort, after all. A healthy body and lifestyle is necessary both to undertake plastic surgery procedures, and to retain the […]

Retired and Considering Plastic Surgery?

Retired and Considering Plastic Surgery?

Many are surprised to find out that retirees are one of the quickest growing demographics for plastic surgery. Those 55 and plus now account for a quarter of all plastic surgery procedures. As the article mentions, the most common procedures tend to be: face lifts, forehead lifts, ear reshaping, hair transplants, and pectoral implants. Retirement is […]

Plastic Surgery and Quality of Life

Plastic Surgery and Quality of Life

Too often with plastic surgery, the physical aspects of the procedure are emphasized. One of the most underrepresented factors is the increased quality of life cosmetic surgery can offer. The truth is that plastic surgery can offer someone the ability to address long-standing physical concerns and make a tangible difference to their quality of life. […]

Breast Augmentation: Tips for Quick Recovery

Breast Augmentation: Tips for Quick Recovery

As surgical procedures go, breast augmentation has a fairly quick recovery time. This outpatient procedure will have you home before long, but many wonder, how long does full recovery take, and how can I shorten it? An experienced doctor doing your procedure helps, as does abiding by the recovery plan. With that said, full recovery […]

24 Hour Breast Augmentation

24 Hour Breast Augmentation

The 24 hour breast augmentation can be some benefit for those patients who are unsure whether or not they would like to undergo breast implant surgery. This will give them an idea of what it’s like to have a larger breast size. However, saline solution feels different than an implant and will appear different than […]

What Do Your Eyes Say About You?

What Do Your Eyes Say About You?

Have you ever heard someone say that the first thing they noticed about another person was their eyes? And have you ever wondered what your eyes say about you? All sorts of judgments are made in the areas of age, health, and attractiveness with one glance at the eyes. A person’s eyes can sometimes tell […]

Making Your Cosmetic Surgery Results Last

Making Your Cosmetic Surgery Results Last

Are you one of the many patients thrilled with the outcome of your recent cosmetic surgery and excited to make your cosmetic surgery results last? Great! It is exciting to be enjoying your new look. Let’s go over some proven ways to help you maintain your youthful appearance for years to come. Follow Your Surgeon’s […]

Glance at Breast Reconstruction

Breast Reconstruction at a Glance

As rare as it is in today’s world to have been untouched by breast cancer, there remains many aspects of the care process that are unfamiliar to patients and family members alike. Today let’s take a glance at breast reconstruction processes to help in clarifying a few things. Did you know that there is a […]