When it comes to the physical and emotional well-being of teenagers, the impact of their appearance can be significant. One such concern that might affect adolescent boys in particular is gynecomastia, a condition characterized by the enlargement of breast tissue. Gynecomastia can lead to self-consciousness and emotional distress during crucial years of development. Male breast reduction can be an effective…

Bariatric surgery offers a significant step towards a healthier life for many individuals battling obesity. However, it is not uncommon for patients who have lost a substantial amount of weight following the procedure to experience excess, loose skin in certain body areas. In many cases, these concerns affect the abdominal region in particular. This may lead patients to consider a…

Whether caused by genetics or their lifestyle, many people want a more rounded, shapely buttocks but aren’t sure how to achieve this. Common complaints our board-certified plastic surgeons hear from patients include wanting to enhance a square- or V-shaped buttocks, as well as desiring a boost in its overall flat appearance. Depending on what’s causing the lack of volume or…

Many women feel anxious to return to their pre-baby weight and size after pregnancy, and while this goal can often be achieved with time, a healthy diet, and regular exercise, there are certain body areas that may not revert back to their previous shape. The concern of a belly “pooch” is very common, and although it may seem like excess…

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…

Women undergoing tummy tuck surgery (abdominoplasty) in an effort to restore their pre-baby body can often obtain more than just cosmetic improvement from their surgery. As part of the tummy tuck procedure, many women undergo muscle repair to address stretched or separated abdominal muscles that resulted from pregnancy. By correcting these weak muscles, which often leads to a protruding stomach…

As they grow older, many men start to notice an accumulation of fat in regions such as the chest, abdomen, hips, and neck. Despite eating a balanced diet and finding time to exercise on a routine basis, stubborn fat buildups in these trouble areas frequently remain immune to change—even when surrounding regions of the body show signs of improvement and/or…

Revision breast surgery can be a great option for many women who have previously undergone a breast enhancement procedure that produced an unsatisfactory outcome and/or led to complications affecting the appearance of the breasts. In addition, this secondary procedure can also be beneficial for individuals whose aesthetic goals have changed since their prior breast surgery. Some of the most common…

This is an excellent question that is commonly asked by patients considering this popular fat reduction procedure. The simple answer is “yes” – but only if you maintain a healthy lifestyle and diet following surgery. During the liposuction procedure, fat cells are disrupted and removed from the targeted treatment area, leaving behind only a fraction of the original amount of…

Breast lift surgery, or mastopexy, can be an excellent option for women interested in lifting and reshaping their breasts for a more youthful projection and contour. At The Aesthetic Institute of Chicago, our board certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Brian Braithwaite and Dr. Lorri Cobbins, offer three different breast lift techniques. Based on each patient’s specific needs and goals, the most…