Cosmetic Surgery Newsletter | Dean P. Kane, MD, FACS

InstaLift Blog: The Perfect Non-Surgical Alternative to a Facelift

Today’s era in the cosmetic world offers new and exciting developments and technologies that seem to keep improving on existing advancements. At our Center for Cosmetic Surgery and Medspa, Dr. Dean Kane continues to follow these new developments and stays current with the most advanced procedures. So what’s new in our office? Silhouette InstaLift is... Read more »

Go back to doctor? Go to urgent care?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Restylane Q. Tried Restylane 2 days ago from a reputable doctor, injection was for the crease in the middle of my forehead which is red, sore and swollen (expected). The unexpected when I woke up this morning is that the filler has moved down the sides... Read more »

What about losing more weight after CoolSculpting?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding CoolSculpting Q. Will weight loss post-CoolSculpting result in lumpy skin or unflattering results? I am over half way through my weight loss journey, so obviously my body is adjusting. There are areas of fat and skin that from my research could benefit from CoolSculpting. I... Read more »

Which do you use to correct a downward turn to the corners of the mouth, Botox or Juvederm?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Silhouette InstaLift Q. My mouth has a downward turn, which makes me looks upset when I am not. I’m trying to determine if it’s Botox I need or Juvederm to put the corners in a straighter, or ever upward, position. Any answers would be greatly appreciated! A. Botox... Read more »

What treatment can be used for smile lines?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Smile Lines Q. What treatment can be used for smile lines? A. I note skin folds of the forehead, nasolabial and marionette areas. Please consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with talent and experience in the use of Botox and Filler injections to improve these concerns.... Read more »

Blood work normal before facelift. How could this happen when alt was normal one week prior to surgery?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Facelift Q. Alt went from 26 to 60 before and after facelift surgery. Waiting three months to see if it will come back down. A. The human body is miraculous in it’s reserve and ability to cope with “stresses”. The ALT is a enzyme in the liver that... Read more »

I had 20 units of Botox but it didn’t work. How much more do I need? I’m thinking 30-40.

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Botox Q. After 20 units my face unchanged. I don’t have deep lines but my face looks like an accordion when I raise my eyebrows. I am 47 and a white male. A. Thanks for your concern. Without a in-person exam, it is difficult to determine... Read more »

Restylane Lyft in cheeks resulted in a black eye

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Restylane Lyft Q. I had Restylane Lyft injected into my cheeks with the goal to reduce my nasolabial folds. I got a serious black eye from the injections. Is this normal, or should I be concerned? A. Swelling and Bruising following any injection or surgical procedure are a... Read more »

Awake during facelift and I felt everything; is this acceptable?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Facelift Q. I was awake during facelift and facial surgery. I told the doctor I was awake and he did not do anything. I felt every injection, slice of skin, and stitches. It was horrible. After the procedure, I told them of my ordeal. No person... Read more »

What is the downtime after CoolSculpting or liposuction? When can you go back to exercising?

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Post-Surgery Exercise Q. What is the downtime after CoolSculpting or liposuction? When can you go back to exercising? A. While CoolSculpting and Liposuction provide fat reduction, they do so differently and with significantly different magnitudes of enhancement. CoolSculpting is for more localized and smaller “butterstick” size reduction of fat using... 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.