Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Antibiotics after Facelift Q. Why don’t doctors prophylactically prescribe a broad spectrum antibiotic like Keflex to all facelift patients to prevent infection in the incision areas? I’ve been reading reviews here and a common theme seems to be swollen, throbbing ears where the stitches are,... Read more »
Scar removal after Facelift. Any suggestions?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Facelift Scars Q. I have a quastion about my scar after facelift. Its been one year since I had a facelift. What do you recommend doing to get rid of the scar? A. This is a mild hypertrophic scar following a facelift which is generally easy to treat. Options... Read more »
Why are the full facelift results so disappointing? I did a full facelift with upper eyelid.
Q. My concern was the neck and the upper eyelid. Between my brows, I never had any wrinkles or loose skin. This is giving me these two big bumpy lines. I have huge wrinkles on the sides of my eyes. I feel I went through this major surgery and recovery time for nothing. The eyes look... Read more »
Is it better to get little bouts of lyft/cheek filler or more?
Q. I am in love with cheek fillers, I love lyft. I am younger- so I like subtle and dont need too much, but I keep hearing how women should go for a full syringe per cheek versus the way I do it- split a syringe and do 1/2 per cheek- I do this every six... Read more »
I had a non-surgical nose job done with Restylane about 4 months ago, can I get it dissolved and re-done same day?
Q. I had a non-surgical nose job done with Restylane about 4 months ago, can I get it dissolved and re-done same day? After the swelling went down, my dorsal hump was very visible. I’d like to get this dissolved and re-done completely so I won’t have to go back & get more filler in a... Read more »
If you are wanting to be pregnant and wanting to have Botox, would you say this may effect the chances?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Botox and Pregnancy Q. If you are wanting to be pregnant and wanting to have Botox, would you say this may effect the chances? A. Thanks for your question. Botox or any other neuromodulator (such as Dysport or Xeomin) used for cosmetic purposes is not known to... Read more »
Time Botox takes effect Vs time it takes to wear off?
Q. Is there any correlation between the time Botox takes effect and the time it takes to wear off? If Botox is still taking effect up to three weeks after injections does it mean it is most likely to take longer to wear off? Thank you A. Good physiologic question. As others have mentioned: Botox... Read more »
How will tanning effect new line created by improper placement of Botox?
Q. I have been left with new and prominent lines from improper placement of botox/muscle recruitment. I do not want any more botox for fear of this being made worse or creating even more new ones (these lines were not there before the treatment) I use a very high sun protection on my face and wear... Read more »
I would like to get Botox for the first time. Will it help the puffiness underneath my eyes?
Q. I would like to get Botox for the first time. I’m starting to see puffiness under my eyes. Can Botox help me with this? A. Botox under the lower eyelids will increase puffiness by relaxing the muscles which tighten the eyelid to the globe (eyeball). Consult with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Facial ENT or Dermatologist... Read more »
I had ThermiTIGHT with a little Lipo 8 months ago, and my skin under my chin is still lumpy. Any suggestions?
Q. I had ThermiTIGHT with a little lipo 8 months ago, and my skin under my chin is still lumpy. My doctor wants to perform another thermatight because he’s not happy with the results. Is it a good idea to let him try and fix the problem by performing another ThermiTIGHT again? A. Sorry for your concerns. Without... Read more »
