Author: Dr. Otto Placik

Many Americans struggle with extra fat on their bodies, even if they diet and exercise. Liposuction could be the answer when a healthy routine doesn’t eliminate the fat you want. Liposuction is one of the most popular plastic surgeries, and it can remove stubborn fat pockets on the abdomen, sides, thighs, arms, and more. Before […]

Gynecomastia, a condition that causes enlarged male breasts, is more common in men than many realize. This medical condition often happens during adolescence as hormone levels increase. When gynecomastia happens in the teen years, treatment usually isn’t needed; the large size of the breasts at that age usually resolves after one or two years. However, […]

Most breast augmentation procedures go smoothly. As long as you choose a board-certified plastic surgeon and obey their instructions, you can expect your recovery to go well. Many patients can go back to work and light activities after only a week. However, fast and successful recovery chances are greater if you consider the nine Chicago […]

Many women consider a breast lift after pregnancy, childbirth, or just plain aging. The breasts tend to sag and deflate over time and make the woman look older and feel less self-confident.  For women who want to increase breast volume, Chicago breast augmentation with implants is the most popular choice. But what if you don’t […]

If you aren’t happy with the appearance of your rear, a Chicago Brazilian butt lift (BBL) could be the solution. This popular and safe procedure uses Chicago liposuction to remove fat from a problem area, such as the belly or thighs. Then the fat is processed and injected into the bottom. The result is a […]

The size and shape of your rear are essential factors for an attractive and properly-proportioned body. For people who want a shapelier bottom without butt implants, a Chicago Brazilian butt lift (BBL) is the ideal option. The BBL is one of the country’s most popular plastic surgeries. The procedure involves removing fat from a problem […]

Breast cancer is highly treatable when found early, and mastectomy or lumpectomy can effectively eliminate the disease.  But those procedures may make some women feel less feminine, so most eventually consider Chicago breast reconstruction.  Below is more information about current breast reconstruction options.  Breast Reconstruction Overview  Several procedures are available, and the process may require […]

You may have noticed that the skin on your upper eyelids and brows is sagging, which can make you look tired or angry even if you feel fine. Unfortunately, this is a common problem as we age. But an Chicago upper eyelid lift can address this problem by removing extra skin, fat, and muscle from […]

Do you notice signs of aging in your face, such as lines and wrinkles around the mouth, eyes, and the brows? Then you may want to think about surgical or non-surgical procedures to turn back the clock and boost your self-confidence. A popular option to smooth lines and wrinkles without surgery and downtime is laser […]

Extreme weight loss and bariatric surgery are more popular today to help people lose significant amounts of weight, which is why body lift surgery is a popular plastic surgery procedure. A Chicago body lift is intended to fix loose, sagging skin that can afflict a person who loses a lot of weight. Other patients may […]