The natural aging process can lead to prominent changes in the face. Often, that can mean deep wrinkles, sagging skin, a perpetually tired appearance, and other common concerns. At The Aesthetic Institute of Chicago, board-certified plastic surgeons Brian Braithwaite, MD and Lorri Cobbins, MD offer a variety of surgical and nonsurgical procedures that can address these changes for a more…

When considering rejuvenation of the aging neck through neck lift surgery, many patients are curious about what other procedures might enhance their overall results. A neck lift can significantly improve the appearance of the neck and jawline but combining it with other treatments can lead to a more comprehensive and harmonious facial rejuvenation. At The Aesthetic Institute of Chicago, board-certified…

If heavy or sagging eyelids seem to be a worsening concern for your vision, an eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty or an “eyelid lift,” may be an ideal option to improve your visual field. Many patients who struggle with upper eyelid skin sloping past their eyelashes, referred to as “hooding,” have been able to alleviate obstructed peripheral views and…

Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, has a wide range of benefits that include reducing the visible signs of the natural aging process. Over time your eyes can begin to appear restless through sagging or drooping of your eyelids giving you an angry or fatigued appearance. Despite your actual physical and mental state, your eyes and your eyelids can give a contradicting…

Many people naturally have double eyelids—where you can see a visible fold located on the center of the upper eyelid when the eyes are open—but many others do not. In some cases, those with “monolids,” often those of Asian descent, prefer to have that visible crease. Double-eyelid surgery is designed to create this fold and the illusion of a more…

From happiness and excitement to anger and exhaustion, the eyes and forehead work in conjunction to express a wide range of emotions. Normally, these expressions can be controlled easily, displaying exactly how we truly feel. Over time, however, the natural process of aging and its impact on our appearance can cause many people to look one way when they actually…

When looking at yourself in the mirror and/or in photographs, do you often feel your eyes make you appear unrested, exhausted, or even older than you actually are? As we mature, the eyes are typically the first facial features to display symptoms of aging, which usually manifests in the form of skin laxity and drooping, fat displacement and/or protrusion, and…

Eyelid surgery – medically known as blepharoplasty – can be a great option for many women and men seeking to address aging symptoms in the upper and/or lower eyelids in an effort to achieve a rejuvenated and more “well-rested” appearance. The total cost of this aesthetic procedure will depend on a variety of different factors, including the complexity of treatment…