I read here full results from a lift can take up to a year. I just had midface lift & am not sure I’ll get the results I want.

Question: I’m confused about the facelift recovery answers from doctors. I also read that a patient should not expect more tightening after the initial several weeks – the skin may actually loosen. I’m confused about the “full results” that take up to a year if it isn’t a lift/tighter look to a sagging face. I just had... Read more »

What can I expect from Botox? I plan on having my forehead done. What can I do to make sure I get the most benefit?

Question from Tacoma WA: I find that I have a pretty pronounced from in by brow/forehead especially between my eyes, will Botox tighten it up or just freeze the movement? I am hoping for a smooth appearance in the outcome. Should I add the eye area, too? How long after the injection until I have... Read more »

Can a 16 year old do CoolSculpting? Parents have agreed to do it.

Can a 16 year old do CoolSculpting? Parents have agreed to do it. Question from Shreveport, LA   I diet and do exercise but seems genetic that I can not get fat off my stomach. I actually look very slim till you look at my stomach. Would cool sculpting work for me? Parents have agreed to do it.... Read more »

I saw this ad for fat freeze, is this treatment safe? Is the same as zeltiq or no?

Question from Worth, IL :This new machine is same as zeltiq or no because the company told me that is the same as Zeltiq but from Europe less expensive then Zeltiq and it does same process like zeltiq 60min fat freeze   Dr. Dean Kane, board certified Plastic Surgeon from Baltimore Answers Currently, Zeltiq distributes the... Read more »

How to Decide to choose Nose Reshaping Surgery.

Large and unshapely noses can compromise self-confidence at any age.  The procedure can alter the size and shape of the nose, assisting men, women and older teenagers in improving their self-image.  Both older teens and adults gain tremendous relief from the long-standing embarrassment from feeling their noses are too big, bumpy, wide or long! Many... Read more »

How do you hide Scars from Face Lift Surgeries?

Scars after any surgery are a given. Unfortunately, after facelift surgery scars are more conspicuous for many reasons. The options to improve or hide them depend on a proper examination by a well experienced, board certified plastic surgeon. ​ ​The tension or pull at the incision and circulation during healing may make scars heal slower... Read more »