Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I’m 47, have MS & an oral immunosuppressant treatment (Gilenya). Are these contraindications to Botox and fillers? I’m interested in fillers to treat my frown lines and possibly Botox to treat my assymetrical brows/ptosis. Does having MS and/or being on an immunosuppressant present any concerns with undergoing such procedures?... Read more »
Can a patient with a pacemaker do CoolSculpting procedures?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Can a patient with a pacemaker do CoolSculpting procedures? A. Pacemakers are generally placed under the skin in the upper chest. Following a proper examination by a Certified Cool Sculpting Specialist and no other contra-indications to the CoolSculpting procedure and presuming the pacemaker or its wires do not lie... Read more »
Should I add an upper blepharoplasty to my facelift?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Should I add an upper blepharoplasty to my facelift? I’m getting a facelift and fat transfer to my face. I also want to get a blethaplasty on my upper eyelids. I am concerned that the doctor has too much to do and will cut corners on my facelift and... Read more »
I had a facelift 18 years ago when I was 50. I believe I still look at least 10 years younger. Am I too old to do it again?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I had a facelift 18 years ago when I was 50. I believe I still look at least 10 years younger. I was so pleased with my first facelift, but am I too old to have it done again? Would I still need all the muscles underneath lifted? I... Read more »
Is 170 lbs too heavy for CoolSculpting?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Is 170 lbs too heavy for CoolSculpting? A. By itself, 170 pounds does not describe the skin laxity or fat bulges you may have. CoolSculpting (CS) requires a proper fit of the applicator in order to optimally rid the subcutaneous fat. If you have a lot of skin with little fat... Read more »
I recently underwent a Lower Abdominal Resection due to an Ischemic bowel. Could Cool Sculpting have triggered it?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I recently underwent a Lower Abdominal Resection due to an Ischemic bowel. Could CoolSculpting have triggered it? A. I am sorry for your misfortune! CoolSculpting (CS) uses a suction applicator to draw in a bulge of skin and fat which is cooled to near freezing to perform its fat... Read more »
I have mild multiple sclerosis. Can I have cryolipolysis treatment?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I have mild multiple sclerosis. Can I have cryolipolysis treatment? A. I am sorry for your misfortune. Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is considered a auto-immune demylination of nerve fibers and can cause progressive sensory and motor weakness. I have used CoolSculpting (CS), a cryolipolysis treatment used in the US on... Read more »
I am a mother, 79 years old and had a mini facelift and the scars are weird. Any suggestions?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I am a mother, 79 years old and had a mini facelift and the scars are weird. Any suggestions? I just want to know if anyone has ever heard of a mini facelift where the incision went up along the face all the way to temple area and then from... Read more »
Is one session of Sculptra enough?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Is one session of Sculptra enough? I am 40 and recently had 1 syringe of Restylane injected into my tear troughs. I was unhappy with the results and the dermatologist said it’s because filling the tear troughs made the slight flattening of my cheeks more prominent. She offered me... Read more »
Is it safe to have a third CoolSculpting session on my abdomen?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Is it safe to have a third CoolSculpting session on my abdomen? I have had two sessions on my abdomen (lower – with large applicator) done but want to go in for a third time. Would that be harmful to me in anyway? It’s been about 4 months since my last... Read more »
