Question from South Africa, ZA: I would like to know if Botox would help in raising the scars (indented)? The scar is quite old. I would like to have it raised to the same level as the rest of my skin on my face. Answer from Dr. Dean Kane, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Baltimore: Botox is... Read more »
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Dr. Dean Kane Q&A – I’m 27 yrs old. What is my best option for lifting/improving my face?
Question from Los Angeles, CA: Noticed slight descent of face, jawline is no longer sharp as it used to be. Had filler in cheeks before (results have worn off) but am reluctant to continue to see this as the quick fix. Filler does little for the structure and the lower face and jowling. I’ve researched into... Read more »
Dr. Dean Kane Q&A – I am a 35 year old man that is having some issues with some loss of volume around the corner of the mouth area.
Question from Jersey City, NJ: I am a 35 year old man that is having some issues with some loss of volume around the corner of the mouth area. I noticed this occurred about a year after using a antidepressant for some sleep issues. I have read online that using antidepressants causes people to look older... Read more »
Dr. Dean Kane Q&A – My face is aging from weight loss and age. I have Ehlers Danlos. What are my options?
Question from Chicago, IL: I am 45. Until 3 months ago, I had a youthful face. I’ve lost weight over the last year, about 20 pounds. I weight 105 and am 5’2.5″. Lines around my mouth are forming that weren’t there before and I have mildly lax neck skin. I’m also wrinkling around my eyes. I’ve... Read more »
Dr. Dean Kane Q&A – Hello! Do I need a facelift or a mini facelift? Thank you!
Question from Toronto, ON: I am thinking about a Face lift but I am confused after reading so much about Facelifts. Please give me your opinion. Thank you very much. Answer from Dr. Dean Kane, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Baltimore: You appear to have a fuller and tighter face than the usual individual requesting... Read more »
Dr. Dean Kane Q&A – Is midface reduction a good treatment for a prominent nasal spine + long midface?
Question from California City, CA: Hi, i have a long midface (made up of a long nose) coupled with a prominent nasal spine, so prominent/low down that it pushes my lip down and gives me collumellar show and makes my nose droop. Is a midface reduction a good option along with a anterior nasal spine reduction? Answer... Read more »
Dr. Dean Kane Q&A – Botox and Facial toners. Can they complement each other to prevent muscle atrophy?
Question from England, AR: I recently had botox in my forehead & above the eyebrows. I use facial toners for saggy skin around the eye & jowls etc. It could be psychological but I felt it helped. I read articles recommending using facial toners in conjunction with botox to prevent muscle atrophy as a result of... Read more »
Dr. Dean Kane Q&A – Can a filler be effective on 11 lines after Botox poor result?
Question from Hallandale, FL: After 7 days Botox does not seem to work on the 11 lines.my injector said that she might have to use a filler like volume or restyling. Does this sound right? Answer from Dr. Dean Kane, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Baltimore: Botox begins to work after 5-7 days and... Read more »
Dr. Dean Kane Q&A – Wrinkles under eyes – would more Botox help or should I try a filler like Sculptra?
Question from Brooklyn, NY: I’m starting to get fine lines and little wrinkles underneath my eyes. I’ve been having Botox for a few years to treat my crows feet and the results are very subtle in fact not that great to be honest. I refrain from having too many units for fear of looking frozen. Would... Read more »
Dr. Dean Kane Q&A – What payment options are available for self pay cosmetic surgery clients?
Question from Allentown, PA:The approximate costs after an assessment by a surgeon I respect for a facelift and neck surgery was $11,000. The receptionist mentioned insurance options. I’m wondering what is out there and whether any one has used a particular insurance company? Answer from Dr. Dean Kane, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Baltimore: Thanks... Read more »
