Accredited care
Chicago aesthetic surgery studio
Refined plastic surgery, planned with precision and delivered with calm confidence.
Liora helps patients make thoughtful, informed changes with modern facial, breast, body, and non-surgical treatments. Every plan is surgeon-led, discreet, and tailored to long-term results.
- 18+ years of aesthetic surgical practice
- 1:1 care from consultation through recovery
- 24/7 access to post-operative support when it matters
Signature experience
Thoughtful planning before anything else.
We build every surgical plan around anatomy, recovery tolerance, and the result you want to live with for years, not months.
Personalized planning
Consultations include anatomy review, recovery strategy, and realistic outcome guidance.
Discreet recovery
Private scheduling, concierge coordination, and detailed post-op follow-up.
Why patients choose Liora
A boutique experience grounded in surgical judgment, not sales pressure.
Many patients come to us after years of thinking about a procedure and wanting a more measured, respectful process. Our role is to translate those goals into a plan that is safe, anatomically sound, and aligned with how you want to look in motion, in photographs, and over time.
Natural-looking outcomes
We design around proportion, skin quality, and facial or body balance so results feel polished rather than obvious.
Clear, realistic guidance
Every recommendation includes candid discussions about scars, swelling, downtime, and where surgery may not be the right answer.
High-touch patient support
Your care coordinator, nursing team, and surgeon stay accessible through preparation, procedure day, and recovery.
Signature services
Comprehensive aesthetic care, from precision surgery to modern non-surgical refreshers.
Treatment plans are individualized, but most patients begin with a full consultation and a discussion of long-term maintenance, not just the first procedure.
Face
Facial refinement
Deep plane facelift planning, eyelid surgery, brow lift, neck contouring, and structural facial fat grafting.
- Balanced rejuvenation
- Scar-conscious techniques
- Long-horizon treatment planning
Breast
Breast surgery
Augmentation, lift, reduction, implant exchange, and revision work centered on proportion and everyday comfort.
- Detailed implant guidance
- Recovery-first planning
- Thoughtful revision strategy
Body
Body contouring
Abdominoplasty, liposuction, post-pregnancy restoration, arm lift, and contour-focused combination procedures.
- Customized garment plans
- Mobility and aftercare guidance
- Staged options when appropriate
Aesthetics
Non-surgical treatments
Neuromodulators, filler, biostimulators, skin quality treatments, and maintenance plans for subtle, strategic improvements.
- Conservative dosing philosophy
- Skin and structure approach
- Ideal for first-time patients
The Liora process
Elegant on the outside. Structured and clinical underneath.
We keep the patient experience calm and unhurried, while the actual care pathway is exacting. Every step is designed to reduce uncertainty and support better decision-making.
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01. Consultation and assessment
We review goals, anatomy, prior procedures, timing, and the tradeoffs of each option in clear language.
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02. Surgical plan and preparation
Once a plan is chosen, you receive pre-op instructions, recovery planning support, and milestone check-ins.
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03. Procedure day
Your surgeon, anesthesia team, and nursing staff follow a consistent safety protocol in our accredited suite.
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04. Recovery and refinement
Follow-up appointments, scar care guidance, and long-term maintenance recommendations support lasting results.
Meet your surgeon
Dr. Elena Maris leads with technical rigor, restraint, and a sharp aesthetic eye.
Dr. Maris is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for meticulous planning and calm, direct communication. Her practice focuses on achieving proportionate results that feel in harmony with the patient's natural features.
Patients often describe the experience at Liora as unusually clear and grounded. That starts with honest consultation conversations and continues through surgery, recovery, and long-term follow-up.
- Board-certified plastic surgeon
- Fellowship-trained in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery
- Operates in an AAAASF-accredited facility
- Featured speaker on safe recovery planning and modern facial rejuvenation
Patient standards
No rushed decisions. No exaggerated promises.
If timing, anatomy, or expectations are not aligned, we will say so. The goal is a result that ages well and makes sense for your life.
Patient stories
Trust is built in the details patients remember long after the procedure.
“The consultation felt thoughtful and medically grounded. I never felt rushed, and the result looks like me on my best day.”
“Recovery was organized down to the smallest detail. I always knew what was normal, what to expect next, and who to contact.”
“I chose Liora because the recommendations were conservative, precise, and honest. That gave me confidence.”
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers for the questions most patients ask first.
Your consultation will cover specifics for your anatomy and goals, but these answers can help set expectations.
Good candidacy depends on health history, skin quality, anatomy, recovery capacity, and whether surgery is the best match for your goals. We screen for all of those factors during consultation, not just the cosmetic concern.
Yes. After your consultation, we provide a personalized quote based on your procedure plan, facility needs, and anesthesia requirements. We also review financing guidance when helpful.
Downtime varies widely by procedure and by your job or daily routine. We map out realistic time away from work, social events, exercise, and travel so you can plan responsibly.
Often, yes. Some patients benefit most from injectables, skin treatments, or staged care before considering surgery. We recommend the least invasive approach that can realistically achieve your goal.
Request a consultation
Start with a private conversation about what you want to change, and why.
Reach out for a confidential consultation with our team. We typically reply within one business day to help you choose the right visit type and timing.
Chicago, IL 60611