Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I have loss of volume in my mid-face and early signs of face sagging with a heavier jaw line and strange bump under either side of my lips. Also, I have two deep laugh lines under each eye, worse when smiling, which I think were worsened from Botox on... Read more »
What did you think I would need to get to look more youthful: Botox, fillers or both? What’s the cost in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. What did you think I would need to get to look more youthful: Botox, fillers or both? What’s the cost in Metairie, LA? A. There are so many options beyond Botox and Fillers which can help anti-age and rejuvenate. These options are dependent on many factors such as recovery from... Read more »
Tear trough hollowness: is Restylane used for the under eye hollowness when the patient had a subtractive lower bleph?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Tear trough hollowness: is Restylane used for the under eye hollowness when the patient had a subtractive lower bleph? 20 years have passed since a surgeon performed a lower bleph (subtractive) in an effort to remove under eye “darkness.” Are there plastic surgeons who specialize in fat replacement in... Read more »
Is there any way I can improve a scar from a facelift?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Is there any way I can improve a scar from a facelift? I asked specifically about placement scars prior to my surgery and was unpleasantly surprised with the result. It has been six months now and despite using recommended creams and avoiding sun exposure this the outcome. I avoid putting my... Read more »
Can the fat removed in liposuction be used to fill other areas?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Can the fat removed in liposuction be used to fill other areas? A. Liposuction provides a “reduction” enhancement of fat leading to a contour change for example around the tummy or thighs, arms and “bra” fat. A resurgence in the use of fat grafting is occuring with the... Read more »
How does the consumer understand the difference between a Cosmetic Surgeon, a Cosmetic Physician and a Plastic Surgeon?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. How does the consumer understand the difference between a Cosmetic Surgeon, a Cosmetic Physician and a Plastic Surgeon? A. Great question and oh, so confusing. A Plastic Surgeon is selected for his or her ambition to provide aesthetic and reconstructive care to their patients. These patients may require structural,... Read more »
I got Botox under my eyes in March and it created horrible under eye bags. What can I do?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I got Botox under my eyes in March and it created horrible under eye bags. What can I do? A. So sorry for your troubles! Botox is a injectable muscle relaxer which may weaken the lower eyelid muscle (orbicularis oculi) which closes the eye and holds back the 3... Read more »
I had a lower bleph and now have hollowness around my eyes and am thinking of getting a bit of Restylane in the tear trough area by an experienced injector. What other reason would cause the visible lines, lumps, and swelling in their faces in your opinion?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I had a lower bleph and now have hollowness around my eyes and am thinking of getting a bit of Restylane in the tear trough area by an experienced injector. I don’t, however, want to end up looking like one of these celebs. I suspect they all had lower... Read more »
CoolSculpting treatment be performed for maximum effect?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. How soon should the second CoolSculpting treatment be performed for maximum effect? I just had my first treatment today (love handles, upper ab, lower ab). I’m 69″ and 153lbs and 32 years old. I’m fairly thin, just want to get rid of the ‘spare tire’ I haven’t been able... Read more »
I had the CoolSculpting procedure done three days ago. I am having severe pain around my belly button area.
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I had the CoolSculpting procedure done three days ago. I am having severe pain around my belly button area. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen are not helping with the pain. Please help. A. Pain and cramps of the lower tummy following CoolSculpting (CS) is well recognized. Of immediate concern is any change... Read more »
