Many men are impacted by the appearance of enlarged or overdeveloped breasts during the course of their lives. While fairly common, this condition—medically known as gynecomastia—can cause significant self-consciousness and emotional distress. As a result, some men spend a lot of time and money on exercise programs designed to flatten their chests by defining their pectoral muscles. However, while pectoral…

Virtually all women will experience some degree of ptosis (sagging) in their breasts over time. There are a variety of factors that can contribute to this cosmetic concern, including genetics, weight fluctuations, age, the number of pregnancies, sun exposure, and a history of smoking. In addition, the size of a woman’s breasts can impact how much sagging they can expect…

Many women like to accentuate their cleavage to display a fuller, more sensual breast aesthetic. Common ways of achieving a larger, perkier breast appearance include buying push-up bras, wearing clothing with a low neckline, using breast tape, and applying makeup to contour the decolletage to create the illusion of cleavage. In addition, exercise and good posture can often enhance the…

As we get older, our skin gradually loses collagen and elastin, causing it to thin and become more lax. Due to this natural effect of the aging process, the skin starts to sag in areas such as around the mouth, leading to what is commonly known as jowls. Almost everyone develops jowls with age, though this age-related concern may be…

Having excess fat or loose skin underneath the chin is extremely common, but it can make some people feel self-conscious. Also known as a “double chin,” this submental fullness or redundant skin tends to reduce the appearance of jawline and chin definition. For those who are unhappy with how their upper neck looks, our team at The Aesthetic Institute of…

Update: Monday, November 16, 2020 Many of you have now been made aware of the Chicago stay at home advisory announcement that begins today, Monday, November 16th. Please be advised that our office will remain open during this time to serve all of your needs, and we will continue with rigorous infection control procedures to keep our patients and office staff safe. As a…