Written by Dr. Jacob Bloom, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon. Last updated: 10/26/2026 People often ask me where the scars from a facelift or neck lift will sit and whether anyone will be able to see them. The short answer is that I place these incisions in natural creases and hair-bearing areas so they are hidden Read more…
Bloom Plastic Surgery Partners with National Lymphatic Centers to Enhance Post-Surgical Recovery
A new partnership brings specialized manual lymphatic drainage treatments to our Chicago Gold Coast office, along with a complimentary treatment for Bloom Plastic Surgery patients. At Bloom Plastic Surgery, exceptional patient care doesn’t end when surgery is complete. Recovery is an important part of the surgical experience, and we’re always looking for ways to make Read more…
The Top 5 Cosmetic Surgery Procedures of 2025 and What They Reveal About Patient Priorities
2025 REPORT: What Patients Are Choosing and Why Each year, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) releases procedural statistics that offer a look at what is happening in plastic surgery across the United States. The 2025 ASPS Procedural Statistics Report shows continued interest in cosmetic surgery, with overall cosmetic surgical procedures increasing 7% compared Read more…
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: A Complimentary Breast Implant Ultrasound Assessment
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s a good reminder to stay proactive about your breast health, including the health of your breast implants. Throughout October, Bloom Plastic Surgery is offering complimentary breast implant ultrasound assessments with Nurse Practitioner Katie for our patients. What does the assessment involve? The screening is quick and non-invasive. Read more…
Dr. Jacob Bloom Recognized Among Newsweek’s America’s Best Plastic Surgeons 2026
Best Plastic Surgeons 2026: Dr. Bloom Recognized by Newsweek We’re pleased to share that Dr. Bloom has been recognized in Newsweek’s America’s Best Plastic Surgeons 2026, earning recognition in three surgical categories: Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck), Eyelid Surgery, and Rhinoplasty. The annual ranking is produced by Newsweek in partnership with global data and research firm Statista Read more…
Explain Like I’m Five: Laser Treatments
Sciton Laser Treatments, Explained Simply BBL. MOXI. HALO. HALO TRIBRID. ProFractional. Laser peels. If you’re thinking, “I have no idea what any of that means,” you’re in the right place. Laser and light treatments can do some pretty impressive things for your skin, from improving brown spots and redness to smoothing texture, pores and fine Read more…
Plastic Surgery Recovery Instructions: Pre-Op & Post-Op Guide
Everything You Need to Know Before and After Plastic Surgery Plastic surgery recovery instructions are important. Preparing for plastic surgery is about more than the procedure itself. The steps you take before surgery and during recovery play a major role in your comfort, safety, healing, and final results. To help you feel confident every step Read more…
Preservé Technique Video
What is Preservé® Preservé is an advanced, less invasive breast enhancement technique made possible by patented technologies and designed specifically to preserve your natural breast tissue, nipple sensation and chest muscles. The art of Preservé Step 1 Dr. Bloom will take specific measurements of your breast that will allow them to perform a less invasive Read more…
Fat Transfer to Face: A Permanent Alternative to Filler
See how Dr. Bloom used facial fat grafting and a lip lift to replace years of filler with natural, lasting volume. A real patient. A real three-step process. When Filler Isn’t the Answer Anymore There’s a point some patients reach where filler stops feeling like a solution. Maybe they’ve been getting it for years. Maybe Read more…
10 Year Anniversary Offers
Perfect Ten: Celebrating 10 Years of Bloom Plastic Surgery with 10 Months of Anniversary Offers Are you ready for our anniversary offers!? In 2026, Bloom Plastic Surgery celebrates a milestone we’re incredibly proud of — ten years of caring for patients, building lasting relationships, and growing alongside the community we love. We’re calling it Perfect Read more…