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…

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…

One of the most common concerns a patient has about virtually any surgical procedure, but especially a facelift, is the scarring. They want to know how visible the scars will be, how long the marks will last, and similar questions about the long-term appearance of incision lines. Our plastic surgeons appreciate that you want an aesthetically appealing outcome with minimal…

Facelift surgery, also called rhytidectomy, is a dynamic facial plastic surgery procedure that can create a younger-looking appearance by correcting several visible signs of aging. Candidates for a facelift generally display multiple characteristics of an aging face, including:   Deep creases and wrinkles Sagging skin Jowls Stubborn fat deposits Changes in facial contours Diminished skin tone It is common for…

Non-surgical facial rejuvenation options like injectable dermal fillers and wrinkle relaxers, also called Neurotoxins such as BOTOX^®, can often provide effective temporary solutions for mild to moderate signs of aging. From smoothing fine lines, wrinkles, and deep creases, to replenishing diminished volume in the lips and cheeks, many men and women rely upon injectable treatments to maintain a more vibrant,…

The Aesthetic Institute of Chicago is proud to house an on-site, AAAASF-accredited surgical facility at our practice. With this state-of-the-art operating space, Dr. Lorri Cobbins and Dr. Brian Braithwaite are able to perform all plastic surgical procedures right here at our office with the same degree of safety and level of care they would be able to provide in a…

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…

As with any foreign object introduced into the body, it is normal for a thin layer of scar tissue to form around breast implants, creating what’s known as a “capsule.” Most of the time, this capsule remains unnoticed and virtually undetectable to the touch. In some instances, however, scar tissue can thicken and tighten around the implant, resulting in a…

Are you bothered by submental fullness – also known as a “double chin” – that won’t seem to go away despite eating a nutritious diet and spending long hours at the gym? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. No matter how healthy a lifestyle they lead, many women and men find that accumulations of fat underneath the chin remain resistant to…