A full, perky breast appearance is often a source of confidence for women. Unfortunately, many factors can influence the size, shape, and position of the breasts. If you are interested in regaining fuller breasts, you may benefit from breast augmentation […]
Gynecomastia is a condition characterized by the overdevelopment of breast tissue in men and boys. It is often a source of embarrassment and many patients with the condition experience discomfort. At Northwest Plastic Surgery, Dr. Dumanian believes that every patient
Hernia repair has a low rate of complications during recovery. However, people with type 1 or 2 diabetes have a higher risk for adverse events, including bleeding, infection, and superficial wound dehiscence (where the wound splits or bursts open). November
People who have lost a limb in an accident, at war, or in other circumstances sometimes experience phantom limb pain or residual limb pain in the missing extremity. Dr. Gregory Dumanian and his colleagues at Northwestern Memorial Hospital created a
The “six-pack” muscles (rectus abdominis muscles) are pushed apart during pregnancy, and the thin band of connective tissue between them (linea alba) stretches. That muscle separation is called diastasis recti or rectus diastasis and may affect pelvic floor function and
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are joyous for many women, but these experiences take a toll on the body with permanent changes to the breasts. Women who are finished breastfeeding may struggle with losing the voluptuous, youthful breasts from their pre-pregnancy life.
Primary hernias often develop in the abdomen due to weakened muscles after pregnancy, childbirth, or heavy lifting. Incisional hernias commonly occur after a prior entry or laparotomy into the abdomen. They are the specialty of Dr. Dumanian. Hernias even can
No two breasts are the same. Every woman has at least minor differences in the size and shape of her breasts, but some women have significantly uneven breasts that affect their self-esteem and clothing choices. Asymmetrical breasts make finding a
When women consider plastic surgery to recapture their pre-pregnancy bodies, one of the main factors that they ask about is the duration of the results. Dr. Gregory Dumanian, a double board-certified plastic surgeon in Chicago, is happy to report that
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Gregory Dumanian has helped many women to achieve their desired body proportions after the medical removal of one or both breasts. One of the simplest ways to accomplish this is with a tissue expander and implants.
