Skin Treatments To Refresh Your Appearance
Surgery isn’t the only way to refresh the appearance of your skin. There are many safe and effective non-surgical options available to help you look and feel your best. Some of the most popular skin treatments for patients in the Chicago area are dermal fillers, laser skin resurfacing, skin tightening, Botox, and dermabrasion. Here, Dr.… Read More »
Strategies for Achieving Natural-Looking Breast Augmentation Results
Breast augmentation is a procedure to improve the size and shape of the breasts. When most patients are pondering breast augmentation, one of their main concerns is whether the results will look natural. Here, the talented Dr. Marco Ellis discusses strategies for achieving natural-looking breast augmentation results. Choose an Experienced Plastic Surgeon Choosing an experienced… Read More »
How To Overcome Facial Paralysis
Facial paralysis occurs when a person is unable to move some or all of their facial muscles. It can present on one or both sides of the face and is most noticeable when a person can no longer activate the facial muscles of the eyelids, eyebrows, and mouth. The severity of facial paralysis varies from… Read More »
How To Choose a Surgeon for Gender Affirmation
When it comes to gender affirmation, choosing the right surgeon is critically important. Aligning your identity with your appearance is the point of gender affirmation surgery. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Marco Ellis explains what to look for in a gender affirmation surgeon and questions to ask candidates. Get Referrals Perhaps the best way to make… Read More »
5 Questions You Should Ask Before Rhinoplasty
Before undergoing rhinoplasty (a nose job), it’s critical to know as much as possible about your plastic surgeon’s experience and what you can expect from the procedure. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Marco Ellis discusses what you should ask a doctor prior to rhinoplasty. 1. How Many Rhinoplasties Have You Performed? Rhinoplasties are among the most… Read More »
Toning Your Body After Weight Loss
Most weight loss journeys begin with lofty goals. The visions you have of achieving a fantastic body are good motivation but toning your body after weight loss is rarely that easy. Even with a lot of diet and exercise, you may find that you fall short of your target despite looking much better overall. Dr.… Read More »
Different Nipples Surgery, Here’s What Plastic Surgery Can Achieve
Breast procedures remain among the most popular cosmetic surgeries in the world, but not all patients who seek different nipples surgery are concerned with the size of the breasts. In fact, many women consult with plastic surgeons to tackle issues they have with their nipples. Dr. Marco Ellis, a premier board-certified surgeon in Chicago, has… Read More »
Restoring Facial Volume and The Benefits
As you get older, the ability for restoring facial volume decreases. Not only does skin get thinner, but the production of the proteins collagen and elastin (which provide skin with an attractive plumpness) gradually declines. If your face seems prematurely old, chances are you can benefit from adding some volume back to your face. Here,… Read More »
How Pregnancy Changes Your Body — And How Mommy Makeover Can Help
Women undergo many changes when they become mothers: new responsibilities, a different outlook on life and a different body. While some of the changes your body experiences during pregnancy return to normal after you give birth, other changes may be permanent. Here, Chicago plastic surgeon Dr. Marco Ellis explores some of the changes you may… Read More »
Ways to Masculinize or Feminize the Face
Facial masculinization or feminization (often referred to as gender affirmation surgery) is popular with both transgender patients and cisgender patients who feel that their facial features do not correspond with their gender identity. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Marco Ellis has helped many patients to feel more like their authentic selves with these cosmetic and reconstructive… Read More »