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Helpful Cosmetic Procedures After Radical Weight Loss
Diets are a challenge for most of us, but some people are able to shed a truly amazing amount of

Countdown to Summer: Health Moves You Can Make in the
With summer quickly approaching, most us of will soon start thinking about what we can do in the remaining month

Plastic Surgery and Pregnancy: Which Procedures You Can Have Now,
Pregnancy affects the female body in a variety of ways. If you’re thinking about undergoing a procedure, you may be

Breast Lift or Breast Augmentation? Choose the One That’s Right
If you’re a woman who is considering getting a cosmetic procedure in the breast region, one of the first decisions

Talking Shape: Spring 2017 Newsletter
In this issue: Perfect Imperfections - Start Your Engines - Humming through the Spring - Drainless Tummy Tucks- Cookie Crazed

Four Reasons More Men Are Turning to Breast Reduction Procedures
If you’re a man who is uncomfortable with the size of your pectorals, you’re not alone. As of last year,

Do Fasting Diets Work? Here’s What the Research Says
If you have any interest in dieting, health, and wellness, you’ve probably heard of the various intermittent fasting diets that

How Social Media Has Affected Our Self Esteem (and the
One thing most of us don’t consider very often is the way in which our culture shapes our ideas of

Thanks to You, We’re 2017 Yelp! Award Winners
Sometimes, when you focus all your energy on providing superlative customer service, people notice and appreciate it. That’s why we’re

Skin Safety During Spring Break Getaways
Though we’ve had an unusually mild Chicago winter this year, the gloomy days of February understandably leave many of us

5 Things You Probably Don’t Know About Fat Transfer Procedures
Have you heard about fat transfer procedures? For those who are not ready to implant a foreign substance into their

Botox For Men: Considering a Growing Trend
If you’re a man over the age of 30, you may be seeing more of your peers take advantage of

4 Ways Cutting Stress Out of Your Life Can Help
After focusing exclusively on physical health factors for decades, scientists are finally acknowledging the serious impact stress can have not

Is This the Year for a Breast Reduction?
Are you a good candidate for breast reduction surgery? A breast reduction procedure, formally known as reduction mammoplasty, can make

Wellness Trends to Watch in 2017
Are you ready for a healthier-than-ever 2017? Here area few wellness trends to watch for this year. Personalized Diets Until now,

How to Make and Achieve Healthy Resolutions for the New
The new year is a fresh start for many reasons. The turning of a calendar and end of the holidays

Here’s Why More Men Than Ever Are Considering Eyelid Surgery
They say the eyes are the window to the soul. But if your eyelids are droopy or develop wrinkles, your

Talking Shape: Winter 2016 Newsletter
In this issue: New Year; New Me - Holiday Wishes - Classic Holiday Traditions - Silicone Implants - Edible Lumps

Deciding On Breast Augmentation Size: Some Helpful Tips
Many factors go into the decision to have breast augmentation and sizing is a crucial part of that process. Implant

Why Winter is the Perfect Season for a Cosmetic Procedure
Most of us tend to hibernate just a bit more in the winter months. We stay in, and are slightly

3 Signs You Could Benefit from an Ear Pinning Procedure
Cosmetic ear surgery, also known as otoplasty, is a common procedure to reshape ears. While procedures include reshaping the cartilage surrounding