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Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Tummy Tuck Belly Button (Umbilicus) Creation

Q. 10 days post. The area around my belly button is red and very hard to the touch. Is the redness around my belly button normal? I had a tummy tuck 10 days ago. The area around my belly button is red and very hard to the touch. There is also a lot of seepage... Read more »

Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Facelift, Blepharoplasty, Anesthesia and Increased Side-Effects and Complications such as bleeding, Bruising and Swelling with Meds, Foods and Supplements

Q. Should I avoid certain foods (especially sallcylates) before a facelift + blepharoplasty with general anesthesia? I just read that certain foods can cause bleeding & bruising. I know about fish oil, but am now seeing that berries, mushrooms, bell peppers, etc. can also cause bruising. I’m vegetarian & eat a ton of fruit &... Read more »

Would it be possible to have a facelift and nose surgery at the same time. And is there a cost saving?

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Would it be possible to have a facelift and nose surgery at the same time. And is there a cost saving? I would like my nose to be made smaller and younger looking, a facelift with fat transfer, upper eyes and forehead lift. A. It is not unusual to have... Read more »

Is Botox for cosmetic purposes such as forehead and crows feet a “less risky” procedure, of course, done by a a qualified doctor?

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. Unfortunately the internet can be a scary place. I have read some terrible stories on here about patients administered with Botox for cosmetic procedures such forehead and crows feet and ended up with long term dizziness, malaise, flu symptoms, visual disturbances, anxiety, neurological issues, etc. I am interested in... Read more »

I had a facelift with fat grafting and neck lift and was under anesthesia for 8 hours.

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. I had a fast heartbeat for three days and was dehydrated from throwing up do you think I was under too long and if so are there side effects in the future? A. The length of time under anesthesia is one of many considerations in the decision making process... Read more »

Can you have Coolsculpting done if you have multiple sclerosis or fibromyalgia?

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. Can you have Coolsculpting done if you have multiple sclerosis or fibromyalgia? A. CoolSculpting (CS) is a relatively new, tried and true, non-surgical option for localized and limited fat reduction. If performed in a well-planned, multi-session approach, liposuction results coined “Treatment to Transformation” can be obtained. Like any surgical... Read more »

I have a general question regarding a Doctors responsibility and obligations.

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. I have what is referred to as “dog ears” from a previous face lift. I went to a different Dr. to fix the problem and was suggested to get a forehead lift to fix the dog ears. I had the surgery done with this Dr. and and it... Read more »

Luxurious Cosmetic Surgery and MedSpa

Dr. Dean Kane and Lauri Kane work hand in hand at the Center For Cosmetic Surgery & Medispa to enhance the lives of their Baltimore-area patients. As leaders in cosmetic surgery of the face, breasts, and body, and minimally invasive procedures like CoolSculpting, Botox, and dermal fillers, you can be confident that you will receive natural-looking results from our team every time.