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 »
I have lines above and below my lips. What is the best filler to use?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I have lines above and below my lips. What is the best filler to use? A. Lines above and below the pink lip are a combination of muscle wrinkling and dermal lines (ie loss of collagen along the wrinkle). Botox in my hands provides a stiffer relaxation (no... Read more »
I just turned 59 in March. Am I too old for Sculptra?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I just turned 59 in March. Im 5’9 and 135 lbs. I have long, thin face. My cheeks and temples are starting to hollow out. My dermatologist suggests Sculptra to fill in theses areas and Juverderm in marionette lines. I got a second opinion from a nurse that... Read more »
Can someone with diabetes and lupus controlled, have a facelift?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Can someone with diabetes and lupus controlled, have a facelift? A. Diabetes and lupus are only 2 of many chronic illnesses which are well managed today. There are many drugs that reduce inflammation or prolong healing particularly for auto-immune concerns such as lupus. Diabetes if not managed properly... Read more »
Does Restylane work for chest wrinkles?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Does Restylane work for chest wrinkles? I ave no time for fraxel or peel until AFTER summer, would any kind of filler work/help? A. Sculptra is a wonderful product to stimulate dermal production of collagen and other skin supportive molecules such as elastin, hyaluronic acid and others. In... Read more »
What options are available for a double chin?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. What options are available for a double chin? A. Many options for the Double Chin or fat under the jawline and neck are available. These include: “Mini” lipo-contouring Facial lipo-contouring (of the lower cheeks, jowl, jawline, double chin and neck) and neck suspension Facial lipo-contouring and neck muscle lift (platysmaplasty)... Read more »
I am 36 years old. Do I need a facelift?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. I am 36 years old. Do I need a facelift? My forehead and cheeks are sagging and it makes me look very depressed. I have to constantly hold a more uplifted expression on my face to combat the sagging. My eyes look very small because my forehead is almost sagging... Read more »
