Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Botox Q. If I get Botox in my procerus only, can I expect a subtle lifting effect? As I age, Botox in the corrugated drops my brow and gives me a “hard” look. A. Yes, if diagnosed properly as the procerus muscle of the mid upper nose,... Read more »
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Is suspension stitch or endotine a preferred method for modern mid-facelifting?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Facelifts Q. Is suspension stitch or endotine preferred method for modern midface lifting? And does lift via gum and temples risk a horizontal cheek widening result rather than mouth incision only with vertical lift in mind? A. Both a suspension stitch or endotine will work in the proper... Read more »
Should I get CoolSculpting or SculpSure after a Smart Lipo to get rid of the fats that have been left?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding CoolSculpting Q. I had Smart Liposuction with abdominal etching 6 weeks ago. I’ve read in here that the hardness that I feel on my lower abdomen is normal and can take up to 4-6 months before it disappears. Does that mean it is still swollen in... Read more »
Should I use a APRN or look for a Plastic Surgeon to perform a ThermiTIGHT procedure?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding ThermiTight Q. Should I use a APRN or look for a Plastic Surgeon to perform a ThermiTIGHT procedure? A. Each state has its own regulation over the scope of practice allow for a Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner. Generally, they do not have any surgical training nor advanced anatomy... Read more »
Would a lidocaine patch be a possible treatment option for late onset CoolSculpting pain?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding CoolSculpting Q. The pain is bad. It’s causing me to not be able to sleep. I whimper when I move. It’s so bad that had I known it would be like this there is no way I ever would have gotten this procedure. It has brought... Read more »
I have asymmetrical eyes. Would Botox be an option?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Botox Q. I like my eyes but one of them is lower on my face/smaller/more swollen not as long. I didn’t notice this until recently. I don’t want anything invasive.. would Botox be an option? A. I see some boney asymmetry of your facial skeleton. This is the “hanger”... Read more »
What is the difference between a lower face lift and a neck lift?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Face and Neck Lifts Q. I have had an asymmetric double chin to the left of my face since I was young. I am now 71 and having lost 3 stone – I was very overweight – in 2012, the firm double chin of youth is... Read more »
What is a lite-lift?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Lite-lifts Q. So I fell 30ft from a tree and fractured my skull and lost vision to my left eye lost my hearing in both ears TBI and now 19 months later my left side of my face is still paralyzed and I’ve had an upper eyelift and... Read more »
I’ve had weight loss surgery and am wondering if CoolSculpting will help with loose skin.
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding CoolSculpting Q. I’ve lost 40 pounds but still have 50 more to go. My problem area is my lower belly is sagging badly A. Congratulations on your success and continued desire to lose weight! After 20 years of disappointing devices to non-surgically reduce fat and tighten skin, 2... Read more »
CoolSculpting for double chin?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding CoolSculpting Q. I have heard of CoolSculpting procedure for double chin. Is it effective and are the results permanent? A. The CoolMini for CoolSculpting of the neck works fabulously as a limited and non-invasive procedure. If used “off label”, it has provided pleasing contour of the jawline and... Read more »
