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Holiday Gift Guide

Bank Your Botox, or Become a Member of The Bloom Collective Holiday 2026 is all about giving yourself the gift of confidence. Every year, Dr. Bloom launches the Bank Your Botox program on Black Friday — and it always sells fast. This tradition lets patients purchase Botox or Dysport units in bulk at the lowest Read more…

Holiday Office Hours

As the holiday season approaches, we want to make it easy for you to plan your visits. Below are our adjusted hours for both the Chicago and Hinsdale offices. Whether you’re scheduling treatment before the festivities or looking ahead to the new year, our team is here to help you look and feel your best Read more…

Where Are Facelift Scars Placed, and How Long Do They Take to Heal?

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…

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…