Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. I just turned 50 and lost 30 lbs about 6 mos ago. I have dog bite scars and rhinophyma. I’ve seen some before/after pics for CO2 lasers working wonders on the saggy turkey neck and also fillers in the cheeks and tear trough areas that have... Read more »
Which technique, high SMAS or lateral SMASectomy, provides the most improvement or lift of the cheeks?
Question from North Carolina, NC: When choosing between two different surgeons, each with a different preferred surgical technique, which will provide the best lift of the cheeks: high SMAS or lateral SMASectomy? I am NOT interested in fillers or fat transfer to augment the cheek area but would rather have a lift that will address the cheeks.... Read more »
Can Hyaluronic Acid be used for forehead wrinkles and crows feet if Botox doesn’t work?
Dr. Dean Kane Q&A. Q. I have developed resistance to Botox, I´m 36 and I guess I´ve used it for almost 10 years it used to be wonderful, but now it doesn´t do anything to my face at all, so I was wondering if using Hyaluronic Acid can be an option to soften the wrinkles... Read more »
A friend had a facelift where the scars were hidden inside of her ears. Some time later I noticed that it looks like her ears are being turned inside out! The scars were hidden in the tragus and now they are sticking out of her ears!
Question from Henderson, NV: A friend had a facelift where the scars were hidden inside of her ears. Some time later I noticed that it looks like her ears are being turned inside out! The scars were hidden in the tragus and now they are sticking out of her ears!
Can Botox help for bells palsy?
Question from Toronto, ON: Hello I have had bells palsy since I was young and was wondering if Botox can help with the problems, thank you. Answer from Dr. Dean Kane, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Baltimore: So sorry for your Bell’s Palsy! I hope you resolve completely. Yes, Botox and other options may help but not... Read more »
I am seeking advice as to the success of an endotine device as opposed to regular sutures. Any thoughts?
Question from Long Island, NY: A doctor whom I have consulted uses: “the endotine midface device instead of non-absorbable sutures in mid-facelifts, lowering the risk of skin irregularities, dimpling and swelling and reducing procedure time. Once implanted, the device holds the lifted tissues in place as they complete the process of reattaching to the cheekbones. The device... Read more »
Is it ok to conduct open rhinoplasty under local anesthesia?
Question from “is it ok to conduct open rhinoplasty under local anesthesia?”: I have had 4 consultations: 7yrs, 7yrs, 10yrs, and 26yrs (experience of each dr.)Two stated iv sedation, one stated general anesthesia. The 26yr doctor stated local. He stated too much risk with iv and general., I guess from experience? He would have me on ambiean, Valium etc.. 1.5 -2hr it will take. The... Read more »
I am going for a Tummy Tuck next month. I work as a critical care nurse.
Question from Ontario, ON: Is it realistic for me to believe that I am to return to work two weeks post op? Answer from Dr. Dean Kane, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Baltimore: The simple answer is no. Every surgeons tummy tuck is not the same and there are numerous considerations: Absorbable sutures and skin adhesives... Read more »
How soon can I have adominplasty after having gastric bypass. Stomach is really flabby.
Question from Alabama, AL: How soon can I have adominplasty after having gastric bypass. Stomach is really flabby. Answer from Dr. Dean Kane, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon from Baltimore: Congratulations on your journey to weight loss and “improved” health. Unfortunately, it leaves a lot of skin behind that does not tighten and must be removed. It... Read more »
At age 45, I understand a facelift would be best, perhaps augmented with other treatments. What should be done?
Question from Virginia, VA: I am aged 46, and have gained and lost and gained again 25 pounds over the past ten years. I have tried to manage areas of my face with injectables, but ultimately where I once had a very defined bone structure, my lower face has become saggy and more jowly than... Read more »
