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• DentalImplants
• DentalVeneers
• InvisalignBraces
• TeethWhitening
• Cosmeticperiodontalsurgery
(softtissuegrafting)
• Surgicalandnon-surgical
periodontaltherapy
• Teeth-in-a-dayimplant
procedures
• Complexfullmouthdental
rehabilitations
• Toothremoval(thirdmolars)
wisdomteeth
• Cosmeticimplantprocedures
• Aestheticbonereplacement
• SmileDesignMakeovers
• VELScopeoralcancerscreening
exam
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Our team provides the utmost care for our patients needs and safety. We strive to make sure our patients are relaxed and cared for as much as possible. Our exam rooms are equipped with comfortable chairs and use clean filtered and distilled water through all of our dental apparatus. We incorporate the latest technologies in dentistry (i.e. digital x-rays, lasers, etc.). Dr. Adams works at several offices throughout Chicago suburbs and Northfeild, IL.
Dental Procedures:
Dr.AdamsisamemberoftheAmericanAcademyofCosmeticDentistry,American
DentalAssociation,ChicagoDentalSocietyandamemberofboththeAmericanand
InternationalAcademiesofImplantDentistry,aswellasnumerousotherprofessional
organizations. He also received a fellowship award in 1998 from the International
CollegeofDentistsinSanFrancisco,California.Dr.AdamshasreceivedAmerica’sTop
DentistsAwardeveryyearfrom2005throughthepresentforCosmeticandImplant
Reconstructive Dental Surgeon by Consumers Research Council of America. Dr.
AdamsperformsCosmetic,GeneralandImplantDentistryandservesasaconsultant
tobiomedicalcompanies,laboratoriesanddentalfocusgroupssoasaresult,people
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Call to Schedule an Appointment: 330W.FrontageRd.Suite2A,Northfield,IL60093•(847) 784-5555 •dradamsdentist.com
Dr.ThomasAdamsIsamemberoftheAmericanAcademyofImplantDentistry.
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ANTHONY GEROULIS, MD & CHARLES GALANIS, MDKnown as ‘the surgeon who teaches surgeons’, Dr. Anthony Geroulis is a clinical professor of surgery at the University of Chicago hospitals and nationally recognized as a ‘Top Doctor’ in U.S. News & World Report. Dr. Geroulis performs facial plastic surgery and cosmetic procedures that provide longer lasting, natural looking results. His unique methods dramatically shorten a patients’ recovery time. Cosmetic procedures performed by Dr. Geroulis include upper and lower eyelid enhancement, forehead/brow lift, face and neck lift, lip and nose enhancement and laser wrinkle reduction.
Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Charles Galanis now joins Dr. Geroulis. After surgical training at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital, Dr. Galanis completed comprehensive training at UCLA’s highly regarded plastic and reconstructive surgery program, where he worked alongside some of the most well-known plastic surgeons in Beverly Hills and the greater Los Angeles
area. After dedicating his time largely to breast and body reconstruction, Dr. Galanis now focuses on breast and body aesthetic surgery. He employs the most cutting edge methods such as the new to the market Crisalix® system–the first ever cloud-based 3D imaging system–which gives patients secure online access to see their “before and after” pictures BEFORE their surgery. Dr. Galanis is also the only surgeon in Illinois with virtual reality glasses allowing you to step into your new body before stepping into the operating room!
The North Shore Center for Facial Plastic and Cosmetic surgery is a state-of-the-art surgical facility utilizing the latest technology available for cosmetic procedures. With a commitment to surgical excellence and compassionate care, Drs. Geroulis and Galanis take the time to understand patient goals and expectations and deliver beautiful results. Call or email to schedule a consultation today.
LOCATIONSNorth Shore 330 W. Frontage Rd. Northfield, IL 60093
Downtown Chicago 737 N. Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60611
St. Alexius Medical Center 1555 Barrington Rd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
University of Chicago Medicine 5841 S. Maryland Ave. Chicago, IL 60637
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Thank you for joining IMAGE North
Shore. As editor in chief, I’ve taken a
leap of faith to bring forth this great
publication. I’m asking our locals in
the North Shore to be a part of this
journey as we learn, network, and
receive the tools we need to grow
and enhance our toolbox of life.
As a 41-year-old single mother, I
look at my life, and many of my
colleague’s lives, and realize that we
are ALL IN IT TOGETHER! No matter
if we are married, single, or have
extensive and busy lifestyles, how
can we come together and make a
difference in each other’s lives? Most
importantly, how are we going to
optimize and enhance our inner self?
I would like to thank Eve J. Alfillé for
sharing her passion and love for her
work. Eve has blessed many families
near and far with her personalized and
geological designs that have turned
many memories into treasures.
Thank you to our advertisers who
saw a vision for the publication and
wanted to educate our community
on what matters most – themselves
and their loved ones.
Join IMAGE North Shore as we
crusade through different seasons
of life together. As we begin this new
season, I look forward to enhancing
your lifestyle with each of you!
Cheers!
Linda Del BosqueEditor-in-Chief
Departments 4 Wealth Management Choosing A Smart Financial Advisor
Elite Asset Management’s
John Eiduk, CPA, CFP, tells you
exactly what to look for when
choosing who handles your finances.
6 Community Circle First Trust & Bank Presents Evanston
Chamber of Commerce Annual Event.
7 Positive Chi What Exactly Is This Thing Called
Chi Anyway? Expert Lindy Ferrigno
tells you how to stay spiritually fit by
balancing your chakras.
10 Cover Feature Evanston’s Hidden Gem
Jewelry designer Eve Alfillé weaves
the past and the present into one
through her meaningful jewelry pieces.
12 TrueHealth When Diet and Exercise Leave You
Hanging - Dr. Charles Galanis, M.D.
tells you how to get your own body
back through restorative plastic
surgery.
14 Wellness When you lead a balanced life, you
focus on living life as the best version
of yourself. A well-balanced person
can focus their attention on
achieving their goals and moving
forward with their life in a
meaningful way.
15 Editor’s Profile Lower Eyelid Surgery
What if there was a lower eyelid
surgery with no visible incision?
Dr. Anthony J. Geroulis, M.D. has the
solution.
16 Quality of Life What Do You Really Know About
Your Homeowner’s Insurance Policy?
Heil & Heil specializes in custom
homeowner’s insurance plans to fit
you and your family’s needs.
A MessAge froM the Editor
Credits
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Finding someone to advise you on your finances is a huge decision we all face, but knowing what to look for can help save you time, money and stress.
Whether you are transitioning jobs and have a 401k with a previous employer, or you simply have some extra cash you want to put in the market, hiring a financial advisor is tough. With so many options, it’s hard to know where to look and who to choose.
Aside from looking at a financial advisor’s credentials, expertise, and expe-rience, there are other important characteristics to look for: honor, integrity, and transparency. No matter what services you want from an advisor, they are handling your money, and ultimately your well-being. Knowing that your money is in the hands of a trustworthy advisor is crucial.
Chicago-based, John Eiduk, CPA, CFP, has been in financial services since 2011. In September 2015, he founded Elite Asset Management believing there is a better way to manage portfolios for investors. The firm is an indepen-dent, fee-only registered investment advisory firm (RIA) that offers a suite of portfolios known as their investment strategies. Each portfolio is designed to serve multiple investor personalities and styles, as each strategy has a varying degree of strategic and tactical investments.
“The client-advisor relationship is sacred, and the foundation needs to be trust,” Eiduk says. “Clients should understand why they are working with a particular advisor.”
There are many questions you should be able to answer about your current advisor or any future advisors.
The first step to consider is compensation. Many advisors’ fee structures are vague and difficult to comprehend; you want an advisor that is transparent with his or her fee structure, and you should know your client fee. A 1-1.5 per-cent management fee for your total financial assets is appropriate. Also, note if your advisor receives commission. Advisors who earn commission rather than an asset-based rate may feel the incentive to steer you in a particular direction. After their fee structure is laid out, determine the type of responsibility your advisor will have: fiduciary or suitability. The fiduciary standard has the highest level of accountability to the client, meaning that your advisor must place your interest above his or hers. In this structure your advisor must make recommen-dations that are the best for you, even if those options result in less income for
him or her. EAM upholds the fiduciary standard with each of its clients.
Next, find out how long the advisor has been in practice. Ask what pro-fessional certifications, licenses or designations he or she has. There are various types of certifications.
Certified Financial Planners (CFP) handle planning for retirement, saving for education, managing taxes and in-surance coverage. CFPs bring togeth-er all the pieces of a financial life. Cer-tified Public Accountants (CPA) are experts in taxation and well-versed in other areas of finance, too.
Chartered Life Underwriters (CLU) and Chartered Financial Consultants (ChFC) are typically associated with insurance companies. The main dif-ference between CFPs versus CLUs and ChFCs is that CFPs are required to pass a comprehensive board exam.
Eiduk’s credentials as a CPA and CFP demonstrates a commitment to ex-cellence and that combination is very rare in the financial services field.
Some advisors may only offer estate planning, insurance, portfolio man-agement or tax planning, while others help you manage your investments, perform financial analyses or assist in general financial planning. Determine if you are seeking a single advisor to help you develop your holistic goals, or you just need a certain service.
When it comes to a single service, such as investing, don’t be afraid to ask questions. Inquire about their investing decisions, what they do in various market climates, or how they would handle a typical investment situation.
At the end of the day, ask yourself if you feel comfortable with this person. Dealing with an intimate issue, such as money, requires a connection and sense of trust with whomever you choose.
Emma Reynolds
Choosing A smArt FinAnCiAl Advisor
Wealth Management
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Elite Asset Management www.eliteassetmgmt.com
John A. Eiduk, CPA, CFP®
(847) 917-8981 [email protected]
Hi, my name is John A. Eiduk, CPA, CFP®
Where would you like to go?
Please choose from one of the restaurants listed on the right.
I am a Financial Advisor and Principal of Elite Asset Management. We are an independent, fee only, registered investment advisor (RIA). We offer a suite of portfolios known as our investment strategies, that span across multiple styles and are designed to serve various investor personalities and goals.
You and a guest are cordially invited to sit down with me for a complimentary one-on-one lunch to discuss investment planning strategies. This is NOT a seminar event.
This is a great way for you to learn about Elite Asset Management and for us to better understand the financial goals that are important to you. We look forward to sharing our approach and helping you plan, so that you can enjoy your investments to the fullest. We can address some of the following concerns over lunch:
• How much can I spend during retirement and will the money I have saved last?• Is my portfolio aligned with my goals?• How can I prepare my portfolio for retirement?• Is my portfolio positioned to handle a bear market?• Am I paying too much in fees?
Please join me for lunch.
“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!” – Benjamin Franklin
4999 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr.Skokie, IL 60077
1250 E Higgins Rd,Schaumburg, IL 60173OR1300 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL 60026
4077 Lake Cook Rd.Northbrook, IL 60062
To make your reservation and confirm a date and time please call (847) 917-8981.
Elite Asset Management www.eliteassetmgmt.com
John A. Eiduk, CPA, CFP®
(847) 917-8981 [email protected]
Hi, my name is John A. Eiduk, CPA, CFP®
Where would you like to go?
Please choose from one of the restaurants listed on the right.
I am a Financial Advisor and Principal of Elite Asset Management. We are an independent, fee only, registered investment advisor (RIA). We offer a suite of portfolios known as our investment strategies, that span across multiple styles and are designed to serve various investor personalities and goals.
You and a guest are cordially invited to sit down with me for a complimentary one-on-one lunch to discuss investment planning strategies. This is NOT a seminar event.
This is a great way for you to learn about Elite Asset Management and for us to better understand the financial goals that are important to you. We look forward to sharing our approach and helping you plan, so that you can enjoy your investments to the fullest. We can address some of the following concerns over lunch:
• How much can I spend during retirement and will the money I have saved last?• Is my portfolio aligned with my goals?• How can I prepare my portfolio for retirement?• Is my portfolio positioned to handle a bear market?• Am I paying too much in fees?
Please join me for lunch.
“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!” – Benjamin Franklin
4999 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr.Skokie, IL 60077
1250 E Higgins Rd,Schaumburg, IL 60173OR1300 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL 60026
4077 Lake Cook Rd.Northbrook, IL 60062
To make your reservation and confirm a date and time please call (847) 917-8981.
Elite Asset Management www.eliteassetmgmt.com
John A. Eiduk, CPA, CFP®
(847) 917-8981 [email protected]
Hi, my name is John A. Eiduk, CPA, CFP®
Where would you like to go?
Please choose from one of the restaurants listed on the right.
I am a Financial Advisor and Principal of Elite Asset Management. We are an independent, fee only, registered investment advisor (RIA). We offer a suite of portfolios known as our investment strategies, that span across multiple styles and are designed to serve various investor personalities and goals.
You and a guest are cordially invited to sit down with me for a complimentary one-on-one lunch to discuss investment planning strategies. This is NOT a seminar event.
This is a great way for you to learn about Elite Asset Management and for us to better understand the financial goals that are important to you. We look forward to sharing our approach and helping you plan, so that you can enjoy your investments to the fullest. We can address some of the following concerns over lunch:
• How much can I spend during retirement and will the money I have saved last?• Is my portfolio aligned with my goals?• How can I prepare my portfolio for retirement?• Is my portfolio positioned to handle a bear market?• Am I paying too much in fees?
Please join me for lunch.
“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!” – Benjamin Franklin
4999 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr.Skokie, IL 60077
1250 E Higgins Rd,Schaumburg, IL 60173OR1300 Patriot Blvd, Glenview, IL 60026
4077 Lake Cook Rd.Northbrook, IL 60062
To make your reservation and confirm a date and time please call (847) 917-8981.
You and a guest are cordially invited to sit down with me for a complimentary one-on-one lunch to discuss investment planning strategies. This is NOT a seminar event.
This is a great way for you to learn about Elite Asset Management and for us to better understandthe financial goals that are important to you. We look forward to sharing our approach andhelping you plan, so that you can enjoy your investments to the fullest. We can address some ofthe following concerns over lunch: • How much can I spend during retirement and will the money I have saved last?• Is my portfolio aligned with my goals?• How can I prepare my portfolio for retirement?• Is my portfolio positioned to handle a bear market?• Am I paying too much in fees?
Please join me for lunch.
“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!” – Benjamin Franklin
Hi, my name is John A. Eiduk, CPA, CFP®I am a Financial Advisor and Principal of Elite Asset Management. We are an independent, fee only, registered investment advisor (RIA). We offer a suite of portfolios known as our investment strategies, that span across multiple styles and are designed to serve various investor personalities and goals.
4077 Lake Cook Rd.Northbrook, IL 60062
1250 E Higgins Rd,Schaumburg, IL 60173OR1300 Patriot Blvd,Glenview, IL 60026 4999 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr.Skokie, IL 60077
Where would you like to go?
Please choose from one of the restaurants listed on the right.
To make your reservation and confirm a date and time please call (847) 917-8981.
Elite Asset Managementwww.eliteassetmgmt.comJohn A. Eiduk, CPA, CFP®
(847) 917-8981 [email protected]
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2016 AnnuAl CelebrAtion Presented by First Bank & Trust
2016 Evanston Chamber President James
Pepa of Porte Brown presided over the 96th
Annual Celebration. Honors were awarded
to Kevin Mott of Edward Jones, as Public
Service/Nonprofit Person of the Year;
Patrick Hughes Jr. of Inclusion Solutions, as
Community Leadership Person of the Year;
and Joseph Liss CPA of Porte Brown, as
Businessperson of the Year.
The event was held at Peckish Pig, where
members and community leaders celebrated
an evening of honors and business
achievements.
Photo CreditGenie Lemieuxevanstonphotographicstudios
Community Circle
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In the past few years, we’ve regularly heard people
refer to Chi in common conversation. We know it
is pronounced “chee,” and we’ve seen it spelled a
couple of different ways – “Chi” or “Qi” But what is
it, really?
The word ‘Qi’ comes to us from Asia and is
commonly translated as “energy” or “life force.” But
every indigenous culture around the world – from
Asia across Europe to North America, and from
the top of the Arctic to the tip of Africa and South
America – has its own take on this concept. Over
the next few months, we will explore Qi from the
perspectives of several different cultures in this
column.
Although traditions may vary from culture to culture,
they share basic concepts. One common idea is
chakras. Chakras are swirling globes of energy
throughout the bodymind system that keep you
vibrant, healthy and alive. Although we commonly
associate chakras with India, the idea of centers of
energy in the body that nurture and strengthen our
life force is common across the world.
Chakras organize and regulate your energy. They
receive, assimilate and transmit the life force that
is in you. When you increase the power of your
chakras’ vibrations, you upgrade the quality of
your cellular intelligence. You amplify the energy
that improves health and happiness, and you build
mental strength and spiritual fitness. In fact, learning
to clear them helps keep you fit – both physically
and spiritually.
There are seven main chakras and several smaller
ones all over the body. The seven main chakras are
centered at the very core of you – right in the center
of your body in front of your spine. They ascend
from the tailbone to the top of the head. They
contain the colors of the rainbow, starting at the
base of the spine with red, and ending at the crown
of the head with purple.
1st – Root – Physical – The right to
be and to have – Red
2nd – Navel – Emotional – The right
to feel – Orange
3rd – Solar Plexus – Ego – The right
to act – Yellow
4th – Heart – Social – The right to
love and be loved – Green
5th – Throat – Creative – The right
to hear and speak – Blue
6th – Third Eye – Archetypal – The
right to see – Indigo
7th – Crown – Universal – The right
to know – Purple
WhatExactly is this thing
called chi, anyway?
Positive Chi
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recommend getting more sleep. We Americans are so sleep-deprived. Once that is factored in, the mind becomes the most important element because it reflects the spirit of your heart and soul. Chakra development has a positive effect on both mind and body. It usually results in a renewed zest for life and a sense of inner sturdiness. You acquire an elegant map for revitalizing your body and mind to make them compatible. It prepares the way for a gentle opening of consciousness and supports a pleasing view of your life and world.
Look for Chi and Chinese Medicine in the next issue. For more about Chakras, visit: Chakras 101 and More About Chakras.
Lindy Ferrigno is a Shamanic Guide and Shiatsu Specialist in practice since 1975. Heartwood Center, 1818 Dempster St. in Evanston. www.lindyferrigno.com, [email protected],
847-975-7959.
SO . . . HOW DO WE kEEP OUR QI HEALTHY, STRONG AND POSITIvE?The simple answer is – doo, doo-doo, DOO – LIFESTYLE. According to the classics, the key can be found in the following:
• A simple and healthy diet • Moderate exercise • Adequate sleep • Meaningful work• Good family and community relationships • Right-minded thoughts and actions • Regular periods of quiet time for meditation and contemplation
Of course, life in early 21st Century America doesn’t make all of this easy. However, all of it is within reach. But, I have to admit that it takes some determination to get there. If I were given the challenge of picking one thing from the above list that would most impact the health and positive attitude of most of us, I would have to
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8th AnnualNorth Shore Women’s Conference
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Eve Alfillé’s prolific designs stem far beyond making a fashion statement. Her intricate jewelry weaves the past and present into one.
Rare is it when we find jewelry
that tells a story. Even more rare
is when we find jewelry that
allows us to tell our own story.
That is the concept behind
French-born jewelry designer,
Eve Alfillé.
Alfillé, jewelry designer and
founder of the Eve J. Alfillé
Ltd. Gallery, opened her studio
in the North Shore suburb of
Evanston in 1987. She began
designing jewelry in 1973 after
obtaining degrees in economics
and linguistics and a career in
archaeology. Alfillé’s prolific
designs are unlike that of
any jewelry collection you’ve
seen, bringing the past to the
present by combining a time,
place or person with a cool,
contemporary twist.
The designer incorporates history
into all of her designs. In fact, her
interest in jewelry stemmed from
its historical roots.
It all began when Alfillé
was a field archaeologist.
During her digs, she would
unearth artifacts of all types,
but no matter where she
was searching, she always
found jewelry. She says that,
historically, jewelry was usually
worn as a symbol that guarded
or protected the individual.
And often, it was worn to hang
over the heart. Jewelry was not
just decorative, it had deeper
meanings and roots in a variety
of a belief systems. Alfillé
believes that jewelry today has
the power to do that as well –
thus the genesis of her business.
“[Jewelry is] something
that transcends your daily
existence,” she says. “Something
that has a certain power. And
those who wear a piece would
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never be the same without it.
I would say when people, the
majority women, come to us,
they usually come because
there is a need.”
The need could be as simple as
women rewarding themselves
for something they’ve
accomplished, being a mother,
achieving new career goals,
or simply to treat themselves.
But what really makes Alfillé’s
jewelry so special to her
customers is that every piece
has its own story.
Her rings, for example, have
a personal story all their own.
She says that the outside of the
ring is the part that everyone
sees, but there needs to be
something for the woman, too.
To achieve this, she sets a gem,
“A secret stone” Eve calls it, on
the back of the band for the
wearer to enjoy!
“[Each gem] represents that
you are going to take care of
yourself,” Alfillé says. “As women,
sometimes we feel that our role
is to take care of everyone else
before taking care of ourselves.
And this is a small reminder
that, without you, a lot of things
wouldn’t happen. You have to
value yourself.”
Famous artists, such as Matisse,
nature, or influential and historic
time periods often inspire her
collections. Alfillé’s designs
extend far beyond fashion; they
represent self-expression and
finding a place for each person
in the world. And like the
artifacts she unearthed in her
archaeological digs, she hopes
her jewelry will have that same
impact as it is handed down
generation after generation.
Alfillé’s jewelry allows women to
tell their own stories. Through
her meaningful designs, each
woman is able to celebrate
and honor her own history and
moments in her life.
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There is a theme that is commonly lost in the
cacophony of the stretched faces of reality
shows, societal images of unnaturally enhanced
bodies, and overall stigma attached to the world of
plastic surgery. Not everyone is looking to create a
different body. Some patients just want their own body back.
That journey typically begins with conventional
methods of self-improvement. A healthy diet and
an appropriate exercise regimen, often under the
guidance of professionals, are the first steps in any
transformation. In many, if not most cases these
methods alone will give people the desired results.
Yet even in the context of successful weight loss,
diet and exercise may leave individuals dissatisfied
with their appearance. Why? Many women
experience deflated sagging breasts, and men and
women may encounter excess skin in the abdomen
as well as unsightly stretch marks.
Restorative plastic surgery aims to rejuvenate
specific areas of the body that have changed
with time and weight fluctuations. Both men
and women are candidates, though it’s typically
referred to as the “mommy makeover” surgery
for women. Childbearing, for example, rapidly
expands the abdomen, leading to skin redundancy
and stretch marks. The abdominal muscles, long
strips of muscle that run up and down on either
side of the belly button, can separate from one
another creating a widened torso, loss of the hour-
glass figure, and bulging out from the abdomen.
The breasts may enlarge and atrophy making them
sag lower and lose upper pole volume and height
associated with youthful breasts. All of these
changes may be immune to diet and exercise.
Tummy tuck surgery is designed to remove
excess abdominal skin and is often performed in
conjunction with liposuction to address persistent
pockets of excess fat. Particularly with postpartum
women, the muscles can be tightened during
the surgery so as to restore the patient’s pre-
pregnancy shape. The surgery is performed on
an outpatient basis and typically takes 3-4 hours
depending on the particular needs of the patient.
Patients can immediately resume activities such
as walking, going up and down stairs, and picking
up light objects. They should expect to miss 1-2
weeks of work and are advised to have someone
help with childcare during that period as well. A
compression garment is worn for several weeks
following the surgery. Patients can resume more
plastic surgery: W h e n d i e t and exercise l e a v e y o u hanging
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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
North Shore Center for Facial
Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery
330 West Frontage Rd
Northfield, IL 60093
galanisplasticsurgery.com
847.441.4441
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rigorous activity by six weeks after their operation
and are completely unrestricted by eight weeks.
There are multiple techniques available to a fully
trained plastic surgeon to address a woman’s breast
aesthetic. When appropriate, these procedures
can be performed at the same time as surgery to
the abdomen to cut costs and overall recovery
time. Loss of breast volume can most effectively
be addressed by implant placement, although in
many cases this is not required. Implant placement
also has the beneficial side effect of lifting the
breast to a perkier, more youthful position. When
volume alone cannot sufficiently lift the breast,
mastopexy, or a breast lift, can be performed
with different incision patterns depending on the
degree of lift required. A common concern I hear
from patients regarding mastopexy is the scarring
involved. Although it is true that some breast
lift operations require more involved incisions,
nearly all women find the reward of an improved
contour to vastly outweigh what are often barely
perceptible scars. Whichever operation is deemed
most appropriate is performed on an outpatient
basis. When performed alone, patients return to
work in a week. They can resume non-impact
exercise at four weeks and incorporate more
rigorous activity beginning at six weeks.
The aging process can certainly be viewed
as a beautiful and essential part of life. For
some patients, however, changes to the body
beyond what is typically associated with aging
can negatively affect their self-confidence. For
patients who have exhausted the benefits of any
and all conservative measures, plastic surgery is
an alternative that can help them reclaim both
their figure and their self-confidence.
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Despite how simplistic it may
sound, achieving balance is an
elusive concept. Times of transition
can make you susceptible to
feeling off-balance. Transition,
good or bad, causes you to seek
solace in many different ways.
There are always things you cannot
control, but changing your attitude
and finding positive, healthful
outlets is a great place to begin.
Identifying the cause of imbalance
in your life isn’t the toughest
part but it’s finding a solution to
create peace in the places that
cause strife. In this day and age,
everyone is being pulled in so
many different directions that it’s
hard to know where to begin.
There are two components to
finding balance: internal and
external goals. Often, external
Wellness
goals, like work, family or finances,
take center stage, while the heart
and mind suffer. Sometimes, it’s the
opposite. Aligning these two aspects
is crucial to live a balanced life.
First you must acknowledge what
is out of whack in your life. Ask
yourself why you feel the way
you do and examine where that
imbalance comes from. Maybe you
are embarking on a new career,
your child is moving away, or
you are going through a divorce.
There is always a silver lining to
new beginnings no matter how
daunting they may seem.
One way you can find balance
is by finding purpose through
spiritual guidance. Turning to God
during times of joy or times of
need restores peace in your life,
even when you can’t see the light
at the end of the tunnel. God can
remind you that you are created
with purpose.
Tips:
• Learn how to say, NO
• Avoid toxic people
• Spend time by yourself
• Call an old friend to have lunch
• Write down things you love about
yourself – and remind yourself daily
• Step outside of your comfort zone
If your life is off-balance, look at it
as an opportunity. Sometimes you
have to lose your balance in order
to regain it. Losing balance isn’t a
weakness or a mistake, but instead
is an exciting opportunity to find it
in a new way. One crucial aspect is
to stop spending time and energy
on things that don’t serve you.
Devote more time to doing what
you love.Emma Reynolds
“Promise yourself to be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind. Look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true. Think only of the best, work only for the best, and expect only the best. Forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future. Give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others. Live in the faith that the whole world is on your side so long as you are true to the best that is in you.”
–Christian D. Larson.
When you live a balanced life, you focus on living life as the best version of yourself.
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OOne of the most common questions I receive from my patients is at what age
they should undergo a lower blepharoplasty. While the answer
dramatically for each individual, I will say that lower eyelid surgery is
procedures that men and women
delicate nature of under eyelid skin, the appearance of which can begin to alter as early as age 35.
As we age, bone and skin changes may result in the eyes looking sunken, tired and wrinkled. Fatty deposits in the lower eyelid area
bags and pouches, commonly referred to as “bags under the
in combination with the sagging of excess skin in the same lower eyelid area. Bags are a result of an inherited tendency towards too much fat for perfect contour, as well as an increased visual laxity of
is structural fat, so diet or weight
I assisted in developing one of the latest techniques for lower
eyelid surgery, coined the “transconjunctival approach,” which I feel is the safest and most
meticulously removing fat pockets with only a single incision on
procedure, performed in less than an hour, is revolutionary because it leaves no visible scar, which is unheard of in other
the best of my knowledge, one of the safest approaches in the hands of a competent surgeon with no reported cases or any complications with vision.
It requires both a mastery of surgical skill in facial cosmetic surgery and experience in artistic creativity in order to achieve truly natural looking results. If too much fat is removed from the under eye area, the patient may appear hollow or gaunt. If performed expertly, this procedure can be one of the most
procedures for facial rejuvenation, dramatically enhancing the attractiveness and shape of
the eyes for a smoother, more refreshed and relaxed look. It is
that makes for outstanding, paradoxically dramatic yet natural results, so the patient doesn’t look as if they’ve undergone surgery.
Anthony J. Geroulis, M.D., FICS Clinical Professor of Surgery University of Chicago Medicine President and Medical Director North Shore Center for Facial Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery
geroulis.com 847-441-4441
Lower Eye l id Surgery: No Visible Incision Transconjunctival Approach
Performed in less than an hour, this procedure is revolutionary.
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So, what should you be looking for? Here are some key factors when weeding through the insurance jungle.
There are four essential types of coverage for your homeowners insurance:
1. Coverage for the physical structure of your home.
2. Coverage for personal belongings.
3. Liability protection (bodily injury or property damage)
4. Additional living expenses.
One of the fundamental steps in insuring your home’s true value properly is determining its replacement value. Replacement value is the estimated cost to rebuild your home from the ground up if it is destroyed.
To properly insure a home, the insurance carrier breaks down the replacement cost using a specific calculation based on square footage, materials, and age. If any upgrades have been made to the home since its original date of construction, those are factored in, all while making sure that your investment is protected.
You can broaden coverage over estimated replacement cost by adding guaranteed replacement coverage. This adds additional protection, should the insurance company be off on their calculations. This guarantees that the insurer will pay to rebuild your home regardless of cost.
What we see too often are homes that are underinsured on policies that don’t cover the full replacement cost of their residence or contents. It takes a licensed consultant to know what to look for and how to protect your investment.
Now that you understand what goes into calculating the value of insurance for your home, how can you cut some of the cost?
One popular strategy is by carrying a higher deductible. Homeowner’s insurance is for the large claims that potentially will be expensive to fix. But if you can afford a higher out-of-pocket expense, you could save money during the course of each year in which you don’t have a claim. Most homes have some security features such as alarm systems, sprinkler systems, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers and dead-bolt locks that can generate additional discounts on the premiums.
Additionally, if you package your other policies such as auto, umbrella, boat, and personal articles, you are maximizing the credits that the insurance company can offer you.
Don’t settle for a one-size-fits-all homeowners insurance policy. The right policy can make all of the difference in protecting your family, home and hard-earned assets. You need an experienced local insurance broker, with access to multiple preferred carriers who can tailor your coverage to fit your needs – one that works for you.
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With the sea of ads and commercials promising to save you money in a short amount of time by switching insurance carriers, how do you know who is telling you the honest truth about your coverage? Advertisers are trying to sell you on price, when the conversation should really be about the value of your insurance, and what will protect you for your money.
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