Dr. Kane

Is Restylane recommended for the nose tip?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Restylane Q. I’d like to correct a post rhinoplasty ridge in the tip of my nose. A. This is difficult to answer without an in-person consultation. Fillers have many different properties and are injected a different levels of the tissue; over the cartilage / bone, in the... Read more »

What procedure would you recommend for light sagging in the lower face for someone in their early 30s?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Skin Laxity Q. I’m in my early 30s and I have noticed significant changes in my skin over the last 4 years. Every year it seems to be getting increasingly worse at a faster pace. I’ve noticed my face shape seems to have changed (more... Read more »

Can I get Restylane Silk lip injections if I have melasma?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Restylane Silk Q. Can I get Restylane Silk lip injections if I have melasma? I’m wondering specifically if the injections will trigger the melasma? A. While any trauma, even a needle stick can cause pigmentation formation, it is doubtful you will develop melasma. Always select for a... Read more »

Stampede of the Elephant

In my book, The Elephant roared quietly on its second opening night for invited guests! Held in a bit of reserve as the menu rolls out larger each day, the passionate, professional staff picked up the pace as the evening of tours, drinks and awesome World Cuisine was offered. Linda Brown Rivelis and Steven Rivelis... Read more »

19 years old with damage from sun bed use over the years. Would you suggest Botox or fillers?

I wanted to get rid of the small lines on my forehead and underneath my eyes. I also may want some filler in addition to my lip implants. What kind of upkeep would I be looking at? What would the ballpark price be?

Can a 20 year old get Botox for strong muscles in the “11’s”?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Botox Q. Can a 20 year old get Botox for strong muscles in the “11’s”? A. Absolutely! Relax those muscles and train them not to create dermal thinning and “permanent” creases. I wish my daughter would heed the advice. Good luck! This information is not meant as medical... Read more »

Curiosity and still trying to understand Botox

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Botox Q. I was wondering with the help of Botox and not clenching my jaw, will my masseter muscle go back to the way it was before? I had a small sized masseter and bulked it up. My muscle is little bit bigger but nothing too crazy... Read more »

I have lumps 3 weeks after face & neck lift

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Face & Neck Lifts Q. A have a large lump on cheekbone when I smile and a long bump on my neck. Is this normal after 3 weeks? A. Between weeks 2 to 12 scar in the form of collagen is developing the strength to hold your... Read more »

When I smile my neck muscles are prominent, is this due to the Botox?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Botox Q. Botox on my chin ruined my smile. It is now very lopsided. I also notice when I smile my neck muscles are prominent, is this due to the Botox? Two cords stick out. Also, would chin Botox cause the top lip to snarl on one... Read more »

Do you recommend Botox around the mouth to prevent corners of the mouth from drooping?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Botox Q. Do you recommend Botox around the mouth to prevent corners of the mouth from drooping? A. Consider the mouth like a bicycle tire with a round set of lip muscle within the tire and spoke like muscles radiating outwardly. The central round muscles purse the... Read more »

Luxurious Cosmetic Surgery and MedSpa

Dr. Dean Kane and Lauri Kane work hand in hand at the Center For Cosmetic Surgery & Medispa to enhance the lives of their Baltimore-area patients. As leaders in cosmetic surgery of the face, breasts, and body, and minimally invasive procedures like CoolSculpting, Botox, and dermal fillers, you can be confident that you will receive natural-looking results from our team every time.