Award-Winning Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ricardo Izquierdo

Welcomes You To Face And Body Plastic Surgery

Dr. Ricardo Izquierdo is recognized as a leader in aesthetic plastic surgery. He has an outstanding reputation in the Chicago area, a keen attention to detail, and an aesthetic eye for beauty and proportions.

Dr. Ricardo Izquierdo is a Board Certfied Plastic Surgeon, and has performed over 8,000 surgical procedures:

Over 3,300 Head, Face, and Neck Procedures
Over 3,500 Breast and Body Procedures
Over 800 Leg Procedures
Over 750 Arm Procedures

He has highly proficient technical abilities as well as patient communication skills. He takes pride not only in his work but also in his collegial, approachable manner.

This web site has an abundant amount of information which is regularly updated. There are a variety of non surgical as well as plastic surgery options discussed.We have designed this site to provide valuable information and to help educate interested individuals about the options available in the field of plastic surgery.Plastic surgeons undergo rigorous training in all aspects of the specialty. They focus on improving, rebuilding, and reconstructing the changes caused by aging, childbirth, congenital deformities, massive weight loss, and traumatic deformities.A skilled plastic surgeon strives to return each patient to that mental picture of subtle beauty, grace, and proportion.

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Facial Surgery

Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty) can be for either functional or cosmetic reasons. The goal of the plastic surgeon is to improve the shape and appearance of the upper and lower eyelids by removing appropriate amounts of excess skin and fat.

Face Lift (Rhytidectomy) – The aim of this plastic surgery procedure is to make your face and neck look smoother, younger and rejuvenated.

The Brow Lift plastic surgery procedure removes wrinkles on the forehead and in between the eyes. The plastic surgeon will elevate drooping eyebrows for a more appealing appearance. It is often accompanied with a blepharoplasty and face lift to achieve harmony between facial features.

Nasal Surgery (Rhinoplasty) is a plastic surgery procedure used to improve the appearance and function of the nose

Ear Surgery (Otoplasty) – This plastic surgery involves moving the ears closer to the head and improving their shape and contour.

Breast Surgery

Breast Enlargement (Breast Augmentation) - Breast augmentation increases breast size and helps improve breast shape. Asymmetry of the breasts can also be addressed by this procedure. Both saline and silicone implants are available. Dr. Izquierdo has a vast experience with breast surgery and will guide you through the pre-operative and post-operative care and decisions.

Mastopexy (Breast Lift) – As women age, they begin to lose the elasticity in their skin leading to sagging breasts. This may occur after pregnancy, massive weight loss and breastfeeding, altering the shape and firmness of the breast. The plastic surgeon will improve the appearance of the breasts raising their position and shaping it to a more youthful contour. At times, this procedure is accompanied with Breast Augmentation to help fill the upper part of the breast.

Breast Reduction - In this surgery, the plastic surgeon removes excess glandular tissue from breasts making them smaller. This procedure also decreases the excess weight in women who suffer from pain in the neck, back, and shoulders due to their large breasts.

Male breast Reduction (Gynecomastia) – Male breast enlargement is not an uncommon occurrence. The plastic surgeon can use a variety of modalities to remove the excess glandular tissue and restore the chest to a firm flat look.

Body Contouring Surgery

Liposuction - The plastic surgeon removes fat using small cannulas in various parts of the body. Liposuction is also used in conjunction with other procedures such as tummy tuck and thigh lift. Liposuction is not a replacement for regular diet and exercise. You will not lose any appreciable weight with this surgical procedure.

Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty) – During the this surgery, the plastic surgeon will remove the extra fat and skin improve the shape and firmness of the stomach area. This is a very popular procedure for women after pregnancy who do not like the resulting sagging skin that may occur.

Mommy Makeover – This is a combination of several different surgical procedures to take care of all the “problem areas” after a pregnancy and breast feeding.

Arm Lift-With weight loss or aging the skin on the upper arms can become flabby and loose. The plastic surgeon will reduce the excess skin from the upper arms giving the arm a much improved contour and appearance.

Thigh Lift-This plastic surgery procedure is used to remove the laxity and fullness of the thigh. The plastic surgeon will tighten the skin on your thighs by eliminating extra skin and fat.

Massive Weight Loss – These surgery procedures return your body to it’s natural shape after massive weight loss. The plastic surgeon will use various procedures to improve your contour. This can include a breast lift and augmentation, arm lift, thigh lift, tummy tuck, or lower body lift.

Skin & Wrinkle Procedures

Botox - This non surgical treatment is the solution for those looking to improve the appearance of lines and wrinkles their face; such as the frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines.

Chemical Peels – People who suffer from acne, scars and wrinkles may benefit from chemical peels in conjunction with a dermaplane to remove layers of dry, scaly skin. Our Medical Aesthetician can formulate a plan to revive and keep your skin with all it’s natural luster. VI Peel – This is a new peel that is much gentler than traditional chemical peels but still offers all of the benefits.

Intense Pulsed Light-This is a laser treatment that can be used for facial blotchiness and darks spots, rosacea, and broken blood vessels. It uses a flash of visible light.

Juvederm – These injectable products can smooth facial lines and wrinkles, and can be used to fill areas that have lost volume. Radiesse -These injectable products can smooth facial lines and wrinkles, and can be used to fill areas that have lost volume.

Latisse - This topical treatment enhances eyelashes by making them grow longer and thicker.

Laser Hair Removal – Unwanted hair can be reduced and eliminated with Light sheer Laser treatments. Lightsheer laser treatments are a safe, noninvasive, long-term solution to unwanted hair on all body parts and for any skin type or complexion.

Dr. Ricardo Izquierdo and his staff have a deep knowledge in helping our patients understand the choices available as well as the experience to guide each individual patient throughout their entire surgical event from start to finish. He is dedicated to providing expert care and high patient satisfaction with superior results and uncompromising safety. Dr. Izquierdo feels that it is very important that you trust and feel comfortable with your plastic surgeon.

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Face and Body Plastic Surgery is dedicated to patient satisfaction. Dr. Izquierdo dedicates his practice entirely to plastic surgery. This includes all aspects of surgery including facial plastic surgery, aesthetic breast surgery, body contouring, skin care, and soft tissue fillers.