Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I have a facelift and upper and lower bleph scheduled for tomorrow and I’ve had a cold for the past 12 days. Mostly congested sinuses and a non-productive cough. My chest x-ray is clear. Although, general practitioner has given clearance, I would like additional opinions. Would twilight be safer... Read more »
When can I return to the gym after a facelift?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I had a facelift and upper eyelid surgery done a week ago. Is it okay for me to go to the gym to just do cardio for 20-30 minutes? If not, why? When can I go back and start doing cardio and weights again? A. This is a universal concern... Read more »
Is just a little Botox for crows feet possible?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Hello, I am a happy person and smile a lot. As a result, I have very deep, and a lot of permanent, wrinkles around my eyes (crows feet and under eye). I am considering Botox, but I am afraid that it would change the way I smile. Ideally, I’d... Read more »
70 year old hockey player “sticks” it to gynecomastia
Taken from: www.Philly.com For the first time in more than 40 years, former Philadelphia Flyers great Bernie Parent, 70, feels free to remove his shirt at the beach or on his boat, the French Connection. The Stanley Cup-winning goalie, who suffered from gynecomastia - male breast enlargement - underwent a nonsurgical procedure in January that considerably reduced the amount of fat tissue in his chest to give him a more sculpted profile.
What is Breast Capsular Contracture?
After a breast augmentation procedure with implants, the body forms a protective lining around the implants called a “tissue capsule.” Capsular contracture occurs when the tissue capsule shrinks and starts squeezing the implant. “The typical symptom of capsular contracture is the patient feels discomfort and the implants do not move naturally,” explains Louisiana based plastic surgeon, Dr. Kamran Khoobehi.“The... Read more »
What to Expect During a Breast Lift Surgery
A breast lift, also known as mastopexy, addresses sagging and uneven breasts, decreased breast volume and drooping nipples and stretched areolas (the darker area surrounding the nipples), recreating a youthful shape and lift to your breasts. Dr. Kamran Khoobehi, a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Metairie, Los Angeles, explains that when a patient has sagging breasts following a pregnancy,... Read more »
My Facelift Results Met My Expectations. The Saggy Skin Is Gone!
Belinda had previously received a chemical peel to reduce the fine lines on her face; however the saggy skin on the sides of her face and neck bothered her, so she decided to consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon who recommended a facelift. “Prior to undergoing a facelift, I researched what a facelift will do and what it won’t do,”... Read more »
Men, It’s Time to Etch Those Abs For Summer!
It seems almost too good to be true. Can we skip the gym, relax on the diet – and just see aplastic surgeon? Can a little nip and tuck actually mimic (or replace) the effects of exercise and physical fitness? Yes, it can but only to some extent. Not a bad extent though – especially... Read more »
MACS Lift 4 days ago. I was discharged after 2 days with voltaren and panadol as well as antibiotics. Any suggestions?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I was surprised to be prescribed the anti-inflammatory voltaren tablets 50 mg 3 times a day when I was discharged two days ago. I checked with the nurse but she said it is ok. I was also given panadol but find it is not necessary as there is no... Read more »
I am 41 and have an ‘old face’, is it too early to consider a full lift?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I am 41 and have an ‘old face’, is it too early to consider a full lift? How many facelifts can one have before looking augmented and loosing characteristics? Lasers etc. just seem like little hope and lots of dollars. I don’t want to reach 55 and be considering my... Read more »
