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May 2, 2017

Mother’s Day Gift Options at CCSD

Dedicate Sunday, May 14th, to the special lady in your life...your Mom! Make her feel special with some skin-spirational gifts like the Neocutis BioEssentials Ritual Kit, a perfect anti-aging starter kit containing two Practice must haves, Neocutis BioCream moisturizer and Lumiere eye cream. With every Neocutis purchase in may we are also giving away free pashmina scarves, while supplies last! The other gifts we highly recommend are the Clarisonic Smart Profile, the skin cleansing equivalent of brushing with an electric toothbrush, and the Skinceuticals Tria Age Defying Laser, an at home laser to improve the visible signs of aging. We also offer many relaxing and restorative skin maintenance services with our estheticians - a gift card would be the perfect way to try them out! Call today if you need more fabulous gift ideas.

April 26, 2017

Free Skin Cancer Screenings – May 1st

Dr. Carolyn Jacob, as part of Melanoma awareness month and in conjunction with the AAD SPOTme® community initiative, will be providing free mole checks on May 1st between 1:20-3:30pm. When it comes to good skin health, prevention and protection is key. Skin cancer describes an abnormal growth of cells, most often (but not always) found on sun-exposed skin. Skin cancer can all affect all race and ethnicities with melanoma being the deadliest diagnosis. A top tip from our physicians: “Look for the ugly duckling” and learn your ABCDE warning signs to promote early diagnosis and treatment. Use a sunscreen that protects the skin against both UVA and UVB rays with an SPF of at least 30. Reapply every two hours, especially after swimming or sweating. Don’t use tanning beds - just like the sun, UV light from tanning beds can cause wrinkling, age spots and can lead to skin cancer. If you don’t manage to schedule a free screening we are pleased to announced our experienced and certified Physician Assistant, Whitney Conen, is scheduling Full Body Mole Exams from April 1st. These visits can be billed to insurance or self-pay. Take the first step toward healthy skin and call 312-245-9965 today!

April 20, 2017

April is Rosacea Awareness Month

The National Rosacea Society (NRS) designates April as Rosacea Awareness Month to educate the public on the impact of this chronic and widespread facial disorder estimated to affect more than 16 million Americans. Often observed as redness on the cheeks, nose, chin or forehead that may come and go, the earliest signs of rosacea are often overlooked because people assume they are temporary and will go away. Without medical treatment the effects of rosacea can become increasingly severe. Common symptoms include blushing and flushing, persistent redness, bumps and pimples, visible blood vessels, eye irritation, burning or stinging, a dry appearance, plaques, skin thickening, swelling. Beyond the face, rosacea develops most commonly on the neck, chest, scalp or ears.

April 12, 2017

EVENT: Defy Aging, April 20th

Ever had that moment where you look in the mirror and wonder where that pesky new wrinkle came from or why you look so tired? You are not alone. If you are fighting frown and forehead lines, crows feet, bothersome brown spots, ugly under eye bags and hollowing cheeks then this is the event for you! As industry experts, we know we can’t stop the aging process but we can slow it down and formulate the best plan to stay one step ahead of the rejuvenation game. From cutting edge skincare to the latest advances in dermal fillers and non-surgical facial rejuvenation, get answers at our educational Defy Aging event on April 20th from 5:30-7:30pm. Attend short, informative lectures with Dr. Carolyn jacob, Dr. Rachel Pritzker and Dr. Niki Christopoulos, who will be discussing the innovative treatments available at Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology. Talk to industry professionals about anti-aging products and services. We will be offering 20% off all product purchases and attendees will be able to schedule a free cosmetic consultation at the event. There will be event only specials and an awesome raffle. A deposit of $25 is required to confirm attendance, which can be put toward any purchase made that night (product or treatment). We look forward to seeing you there!!

March 28, 2017

NEW Skincare: Skinbetter Science

Are you looking to spring clean your skincare regimen? New Skinbetter Science provides the perfect anti-aging solution with their three new core products: Alpharet Overnight Cream, delivers everything you need for overnight skin renewal. A blend of retinoid, alpha hydroxy acid, peptides, antioxidants and luxurious moisturizers to visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in as little as four weeks. A great option for patients with sensitive skin looking for a tolerable topical Vitamin-A retinoid option. Intensive Lines, a revolutionary hyaluronic acid based anti-aging product. A no-needle approach to smoothing forehead lines and crow’s feet wrinkles. Daily Treatment Cream, a cutting edge approach to collagen. Using an exclusive and proprietary delivery system to drive a unique messenger peptide blend to help skin appear more youthful. The lightweight texture forms a breathable moisturizing barrier to keep skin hydrated and radiant. This vital age defense product is a complete approach to skin renewal.

March 6, 2017

FREE March Event: Beer, Bourbon & Bro-tox

Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology is hosting a FREE men's event on March 7th, between 5:30-7:30pm. Stop by to grab a cold beer, sample some bourbon and learn more about the services we provide. Want tips on how to look your business-best and feel more confident? This event is designed to provide you with information in a relaxed and informal setting alongside industry experts and CCSD staff. Learn how "Brotox" can combat permanent frown lines, how miraDry® can reduce underarm sweat and odor permanently, how Coolsculpting® can banish love handles and why Kybella® is the perfect choice to eliminate a double chin without surgery. Unlock the mysteries of facial fillers to reduce dark under eye circles, and more. Skin care maintenance isn't just for the ladies, we also offer esthetician facials and powerful skin care products for men. Feel free to bring partners, friends and coworkers. All welcome. Free beer, bourbon, snacks. Event-only discounts. Raffle prizes valued up to $2,500! FREE consultations with Board Certified Physicians by appointment when scheduled at event.

February 21, 2017

Dr. Tracy Campbell named Top Cancer Doctor

It is with great pride we announce that Dr. Tracy Campbell was listed as a Top Cancer Doctor in Chicago Magazine’s January 2017 edition. Dr. Campbell is known for being an expert mohs micrographic surgeon delivering exceptional medical and aesthetic results for all her patients. She also sees General Dermatology and Cosmetic patients at CCSD once a month. If you are looking to schedule mohs surgery with one of Chicago’s best and most experienced cancer fighters, call today to set up your appointment. Our caring and supportive staff are here to help!

February 14, 2017

NEW! CCSD Reward Program

We love your loyalty to our Practice and want to thank you! As of February 1st, 2017, CCSD is launching a new reward program for patients. Patients will accrue 1 point for every dollar spent on eligible product purchases and cosmetic services. As you spend, our database tracks points for you - it’s so easy! When you accrue enough points, you become eligible for discounts on skin care product purchases, Esthetician services, neurotoxin treatment (Botox, Dysport and Xeomin), filler and laser resurfacing procedures. You have the option to use points as you accrue, or save for a bigger discount on another service which is a great incentive to try something new! CCSD reward program points can be combined with Brilliant Distinction and Aspire rebates but cannot be combined with any other promotion. We will honor any patients currently using the Cosmetic and Esthetic VIP cards with one transaction, before transferring them to the new program. Click here to find out more!

February 7, 2017

Faster Coolculpting with Zeltiq CoolAdvantage

Coolsculpting by Zeltiq remains one of our most popular treatments for non-surgical fat reduction, so what could be better? Faster treatment times!! We are pleased to announce that Zeltiq CoolAdvantage is now available at CCSD. The CoolAdvantage applicator delivers the same proprietary cooling technology at a lower temperature, thus reducing treatment time to just 35 minutes. Combined with our unique Slimspec post-treatment technology, this is the perfect solution to get your body summer ready without any downtime.

Client Reviews

Thank you to the friendly staff at CCSD for always making my visits pleasant and efficient! An even bigger thank you to Dr. Jacob for the phenomenal job she did all but erasing a scar on my face from skin cancer, and the amazing job she always does defying Mother Nature keeping my face looking young and alert!

— Christopher

Dr. Ibrahim is AMAZING. He has such a wonderful “bed side manner” and his experience is multifaceted. I go to him for both regular skin concerns and cosmetic reasons and he has been able to help with every issue I have! He is by far the best dermatologist I have been to and I recommend him 100%!

— Maddy

Loved results..and my daughter had microdermabrasion and beautiful results..they r so professional and very organized..appointment times right on schedule..no waiting. I would say this is the best place in Chicago..for any needs of the face. They are the experts..

— Rosalina

What a great experience! I love this office, every time I come everyone has a great smile, and the office is always bright and clean. Dr. Pritzker is awesome, she is so fast and efficient and knows exactly how to combat those pesky wrinkles.

— Valarie

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