Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I’m a Hispanic female who is very lean- 5’5″, 104 pounds. I’m an endurance athlete who has run 2 marathons, numerous halves and am now training for a half ironman. Therefore I don’t have much fat anywhere on my body. I am also in the sun a lot.... Read more »
Does the vertical facelift eliminate marionette lines?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I understand the normal facelift does not eliminate the marionette lines. I’ve heard that there is so called the vertical face lift which eliminates the marionette lines. Do all the plastic surgeon perform this kind of procedure? A. This is an interesting question as it deals with many... Read more »
Do I need a face lift in my late 20’s?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Do I need a face lift in my late 20’s? I have sagging skin and noticeable nasolabial folds. I’m also a bit underweight. Am I too young for a facelift? I’m 27. A. With minimal incision techniques, patients are entertaining the idea of surgical face lifting techniques at... Read more »
Facelift at 40: Which procedure could produce this result?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Facelift at 40: Which procedure could produce this result? I am a 41 year old man who would like to look refreshed, but not different. I find that my eyelids make me look somewhat angry/tired. But I am anxious to avoid cookie cutter blepharoplasty, which in my opinion... Read more »
Is cutting and pulling the skin right on the nasolabial folds a good option?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Is cutting and pulling the skin right on the nasolabial folds a good option? I have very deep nasolabial folds. Is it advisable to cut and pull the skin right on the folds to make them disappear? Do you think the scars would be visible and too evident?... Read more »
What is the better delivery of fillers to the tear trough area, needle injection or micro cannula?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. What is the better delivery of fillers to the tear trough area, needle injection or micro cannula? I am considering having under eye hollows filled conservatively. Which method and filler (Restalyne, Restalyne Silk, Juvederm Ultra or Plus??) Also which method, needle injection or micro cannula? Looking for better... Read more »
Would Botox help with hooded eyes or would I benefit more from a procedure to remove some skin?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Would Botox help with hooded eyes or would I benefit more from a procedure to remove some skin? I have hooded eyes or excess skin on my eyelids. I am 25 and feel like is a hereditary condition for me. A. You will need a proper consultation to... Read more »
Looking for second opinion on CoolSculpting for the thighs.
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Looking for second opinion on CoolSculpting for the thighs. I had a consultation with a doctor recently regarding CoolSculpting for the inner, and possibly outer, thigh area. I was told that due to poor skin laxity, CoolSculpting would make my problem worse? Do you agree? I’ve seen other... Read more »
Can Botox injections be used around the eyes?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Can Botox injections be used around the eyes? A. 3 muscle relaxers, Botox, Dysport and Xeomin are approved by the FDA for use to diminish the “11” lines between the eyebrows. Botox is also approved for the Crow’s Feet wrinkles along the outer brow area. All 3 are... Read more »
How can I predict what a facelift will look like?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. How can I predict what a facelift will look like? When I lie on my back, I look pretty good. Is that what I may look like after a facelift? A. There are many internal and external factors in what the results of a facelift will be but... Read more »
