Feminine Health and the Continuum of Care

Feminine Health and Whole Beauty

Bolster Self-Confidence and an Overall Sense of Renewal with Personalized Surgical and Non-Surgical Aesthetics in Chicago and Winnetka

At the Whole Beauty^® Institute, we understand how a range of factors can affect feminine health and contribute to aesthetic needs for women. A woman’s body shape and silhouette will naturally change with age. Childbirth, hormonal changes, and the aging process itself can produce changes all over the body, including the breasts and vaginal area. Some women may feel distressed or self-conscious about these changes. We provide procedures for women to address concerns of feminine health and vitality, and the results have been shown to have a positive impact on mental well-being.

There is no “one size fits all approach.” For some patients, the goal may be to slightly adjust a feature they already feel satisfied with, while for others it may involve optimizing a combination of body zones. We are here to help you on your aesthetic journey and improved sense of self with guidance and care. Depending on your goals and a physical exam, we will recommend a customized treatment plan with your ultimate appearance and comfort in mind.

Our Approach to Feminine Health, Viatlity, and the Continuum of Care for Women

Our team of advanced practitioners serves our patients as trusted advisors and believes that no woman should have to put up with unwanted changes to sensitive or intimate areas of her body. We are here to provide comfortable, safe solutions to feminine health with the most up-to-date technology. We use the radiofrequency-based Votiva^® system for non-surgical vaginal rejuvenation because of its safety, comfort, and excellent results.

Facial rejuvenation can help women who wish to achieve a more youthful, feminine appearance. In addition to facial rejuvenation surgery, our injection specialists are experienced in the nuanced art of facial fillers, facial fat transfer, and BOTOX^®. Hair restoration is also available for women who suffer from hair loss due to common issues such as hormonal changes, stress, aging, and other factors.

For body contouring, women seeking improved sense of vitality and well-being can choose from many options: Evolve and BodyFX for non-surgical fat reduction and toning, minimally invasive BodyTite for more dramatic contour improvement, and sophisticated surgical procedures such as tummy tuck and liposuction, when appropriate. Dr. John Q. Cook also offers his advanced techniques of breast augmentation, breast lift, and breast reduction, as well as Mommy Makeover surgery, which is typically a combination of tummy tuck and breast surgery.

The Extended Benefits of Plastic Surgery Beyond Aesthetics

Many have asked, “Can plastic surgery improve a patient’s quality of life?” or “How do women feel after plastic surgery?” Plastic surgery—for feminine health and vitality—is designed for the restoration, enhancement, and maintenance of a patient’s physical appearance. This can help make patients feel as comfortable as possible in their skin, improving their quality of life and well-being. There are many types of cosmetic surgeries available to help women feel more empowered and revitalized. Although the main goal may be to alter or improve your physical appearance, oftentimes the subsequential benefits of the aesthetic results can bolster self- confidence and inspire a healthier lifestyle and an overall sense of renewal.

A tummy tuck is one way of addressing physical changes a woman may experience to the midsection area after pregnancy, aging, or weight loss. For example, diastasis recti is a condition that may affect many postpartum women. This occurs when the “six-pack” ab muscles are stretched and separate during pregnancy, causing the stomach to bulge for months or years after pregnancy. Along with giving you a flatter, more toned-looking abdomen by removing excess, hanging skin and stubborn fat, a tummy tuck is an option that also can have many medical benefits. By tightening and stabilizing the abdominal muscles, a tummy tuck can improve diastasis recti, and back pain caused by weakened muscles.

Breast surgery is another area of treatment women seek out for a renwed sense of feminine vitality.  Surgeries such as breast augmentation, breast lift, and breast reduction improve the size, shape, and position of the breasts and can have a profound impact on a woman’s health and self-confidence. Breast augmentation involves the placement of saline or silicone gel breast implants to increase the size of the breasts and give them a rounder, fuller shape. A breast lift repositions breasts that have descended over time and restores volume to the upper portion of the breasts for a perkier, more youthful appearance. Breast reduction is another option for women who undergo pain, discomfort, and self-consciousness as a result of overly large breasts. In addition to the aesthetic correction of breast reduction surgery, patients also enjoy the physical benefits of improved balance and mobility—a plus for feminine health!

Patients who wish to address areas of the body most heavily impacted by pregnancy can consider Mommy Makeover surgery. This is a combined cosmetic surgery in which multiple procedures such as tummy tuck and breast lift or breast reduction surgeries are done at the same time to help restore a patient’s pre-pregnancy body shape—and a sense of feminine health and quality of life.

There are many surgical options for women who have experienced bodily changes due to pregnancy, aging, or other factors. Dr. Cook and our expert providers are here to answer your questions and advise you based on your goals, needs and best interest.

Non-Surgical Options for Renewed Vitality

Votiva^® for Vaginal Rejuvenation and Feminine Health Concerns

The Votiva^® system can address many types of feminine health concerns such as vaginal dryness, urinary incontinence, loss of vaginal tone, and pain with intercourse. Votiva^® uses radiofrequency to boost collagen and reverse signs of aging.

Evolve for Fat Reduction, Skin Tightening, and Toning

Addressing loose skin and stubborn, resistant fat can often be a challenge. Evolve is a non-surgical fat reduction, skin tightening, and toning treatment that can be beneficial for the right candidate interested in feminine health.

BodyFX and Cellulaze for Cellulite Reduction

BodyFX is another type of non-surgical radiofrequency body contouring procedure that targets cellulite and excess fat. Cellulaze is a surgical option for cellulite reduction performed with the patient under local anesthesia. A series of treatments with the Evolve technology can help to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Although there is not as of yet a treatment that can remove cellulite entirely, select patients with realistic expectations for feminine health can benefit from properly selected treatments combinations.

Hair Restoration Treatments for Hair Loss

Hair restoration treatments can play an important role in boosting confidence—and thereby overall feminine health—for women who are experiencing hair loss. We offer non-surgical hair restoration treatments such as FDA-approved prescriptive topicals like 5% Minoxidil + Finasteride and 5% Minoxidil to help counteract hair loss, along with collagen induction therapy and low-level laser therapy. These procedures help to improve the quality, texture, and fullness of your hair.

Complete Aesthetics for Women: Which Other Cosmetic Procedures Are Available?

Our practice also offers a variety of other surgical and non-surgical aesthetic treatment options. Eyelid surgery restores a more youthful and rested look to upper and lower portion of the eyes. Rhinoplasty is a popular option for any patients who want to enhance the shape of their nose and improve the balance of their facial features. We invite those who may be considering plastic surgery or aesthetic rejuvenation—for feminine health or any reason!—to review our website for detailed information on all our treatments and procedures to learn about our approach to aesthetic treatments and procedures and the continuum of care.