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What Is A Deep Plane Facelift?

Lea: ¿Qué es un estiramiento facial de plano profundo? A deep plane facelift is a surgical technique performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon where the skin of the face, neck, and underlying subcutaneous tissue is separated. Then the deep layer known as S.M.A.S. (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) is incised and elevated from the deeper structure. It is then lifted and secured to the higher structure with sutures. During this process, the malar fat pads are repositioned in the cheeks which helps make your mid-face region look more lifted and youthful. Excess skin is removed and sutured leaving the face and neck with more defined features […]

Why You Should Wear Sunscreen Every Day

As it’s now summer, most of us Chicagoans are probably spending more time in the sun enjoying our beloved outdoor activities. We’re often asked about treating the effects of sun damage. But what about the steps you can take to prevent sun damage? Here are a few things you should know about selecting your sunscreen and preventing sun damage: Do I Need To Wear Sunscreen Daily Or Only When I’m In The Sun? The use of daily wear sunscreen is strongly encouraged and recommended by Doctors given it protects you against sunburns, aging skin, wrinkles, sun spots, pre cancers, and skin cancers! It […]

The Dreaded Dad Bod & How A Daddy Do-Over Can Help

There is an increasing interest from males to seek aesthetic surgery. Oftentimes, we hear the term “dad bod” which refers to men, typically fathers, who have made lifestyle choices that have allowed their bodies to shift. While men do not experience the true physical changes that women endure during childbirth, men may experience “sympathy weight gain. A Daddy do-over may be able to help men who are bothered by their dreaded Dad bod. What Is A Dad Bod? A Dad bod is slang for men with a body type typical of an average Dad. Usually, it’s in reference to middle-aged men, with […]

What Can I Expect At My Breast Augmentation Consultation?

Prior to having cosmetic breast surgery, you will need to meet with your plastic surgeon to determine if you are a candidate. During this consultation, you should take the opportunity to be sure that you feel comfortable with the surgeon and their staff. At A New You Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa, located in Orland Park, IL, our goal is to provide you with an excellent overall experience. Dr. Samir Shah is the principal investigator to research trials regarding breast implant safety. You can count on Dr. Shah to give you an honest and individualized recommendation for your breast surgery. Our philosophy is for you, the […]

5 FAQs About Laser Hair Removal

As people become tired of shaving, waxing, threading, or plucking their body and facial hair, they look for the best alternative for hair removal. At A New You Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa, located in the Chicagoland area, we are often asked about laser hair removal. These are the 5 most commonly asked questions about laser hair removal in our Orland Park office: 1. What Is Laser Hair Removal? Laser hair removal is a hair reduction treatment that uses a laser (beam of light) to destroy the melanin (pigment) in hair follicles leaving little to no hair, or minimal growth. This means shaving will […]

Is Fat Grafting A Good Option To Enhance Breasts?

Fat grafting, or fat transfer, is becoming a more popular option for breast augmentation. But is it a good one? It could be! Fat grafting breast augmentation is 100% natural, so you won’t have to worry about any of the risks typically associated with implants, but there are many factors to consider. Here are a few of the most frequently asked questions at our Chicagoland plastic surgery offices: Am I A Candidate For Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation? As with most elective cosmetic procedures, patients will need to be healthy with stable weight, and possess enough donor sites for fat transfer. The typical […]

Frequently Asked Questions About The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)

The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a popular body contouring procedure that can create a slim waistline, and volumize the buttock. The medical description is liposuction with fat grafting to the buttock. In this procedure, the surgeon removes fat from multiple areas such as the bra roll, waist, hip, and abdomen. Afterwards, the fat is purified by removing excess water and oil. Next, the fat is injected into the buttock to enhance the shape and projection. Here are some of the questions I’m most asked about in regard to BBL: 1. When I researched this procedure, I read about negative news on BBL. Is this […]

Saline vs. Silicone Breast Implants

My Chicago area breast augmentation patients often ask me about the difference between saline breast implants and what are often called “silicone implants.” In truth, the difference is what’s inside the implant, since both saline and silicone breast implants have a silicone outer shell. Saline breast implants are filled with sterile salt water, called saline, while silicone breast implants are filled with a gel. Because saline implants are packaged in a deflated form, they can be adjusted for size based on the amount of sterile saline added to them. In comparison, silicone implants come prefilled, so their volume and size cannot […]

All About Microneedling

Does your skin need a pick-me-up? If you think so, you may want to consider microneedling as it is a terrific way to improve your skin texture and appearance with results that last. What Is Microneedling? Microneedling is a minimally invasive cosmetic treatment that promotes the stimulation of collagen production in the skin. Microneedling works by wounding the skin with tiny, sterilized needles. When your skin is wounded, the body’s natural defense is to make more collagen and elastin. This new collagen and elastin leaves you looking refreshed and revitalized. What Does Microneedling Do? The new collagen and elastin that develops to the wound […]

Are You Tired Of Your Sagging Breasts? The Internal Bra May Be The Answer!

What Is The Internal Bra? The internal bra is a layman’s term to describe the GalaFLEX mesh which may be used in breast surgery. The GalaFLEX mesh is made out of a material called P4HB. This material is similar to suture material, and it dissolves over time, but before dissolving it promotes collagen to form around it. This collagen remains to ultimately improve the strength of soft tissues. The unique property of this mesh is that it’s shaped similar to the underwire of a bra cup, hence it gets the name internal bra. Is The Internal Bra Safe And FDA Approved? The mesh […]

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