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 »
Facelift
Help! Downward pulling feeling around the ear after MACS facelift and a fold under the earlobe running down the neck.
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. Six months after my MACS facelift I was unhappy with the result. I didn’t feel it was tight enough and where I wanted to be as pre-discussed with my plastic surgeon. He agreed to redo the MACS lift but I was left with a fold. I later had a small... Read more »
Why is it that the shape of the skin (tragus?) that connects to the ear looks different after a facelift?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. For me that is the telltale sign of work having been done. I have noticed that even Kris Jenner (who I imagine has access to the best of the best in Surgeons) of the infamous Kardashian family has her hair cut and styled to hide that part of her... Read more »
Facelifting, is it better to start early than later?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. I was reading that having a facelift early into the late 30’s and having a light lift and then repeating over and over again as we age and when needed will result in a more natural look than having a one dramatic lift later into my 40’s or... Read more »
Help! I have dry, flaky skin post-facelift. What can I do?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. I am about 45 days post-facelift and my skin is very dry and flaky, even my ears have slight flaking. What causes this and how can I combat it? I didn’t have any resurfacing, laser, etc. I’ve been using SkinMedia dermal repair but it still is flaky –... Read more »
Can’t decide between two facelift methods. What is the difference?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. There were two types of facelifts offered by two different surgeons. One was sewing the cheek muscle only and another was loosening the cheek muscle and then sewing it back (called a high SMAS facelift). What is the difference ? A. There are two basic techniques in facelifting. They include:... Read more »
My goal is to have a lower face/neck and brow lift with bleph all at once. I think it would be the best because it’s more economical since one pays for the surgery room and anesthesiologist the one time but more importantly and although more trauma to the face, there is one healing time period. I have, however, read here that I would get a better result by doing the bleph after the face. Is this true? I’ve seen pics of all done at once and they look great. questions, questions, questions :)
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. My goal is to have a lower face/neck and brow lift with bleph all at once. I think it would be the best because it’s more economical since one pays for the surgery room and anesthesiologist the one time but more importantly and although more trauma to the face, there... Read more »
Do you see any new inventions/applications (particular for face rejuvenation/facelift) in the near future?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. Is there a new tendency? No proceedings? With that I mean for example, better rejuvenation, less invasive, less downtime… However, mostly, I am interested in more rejuvenation. I put up with invasive and downtime as long the final product look really rejuvenated. A. New options in non-surgical rejuvenation seem to be... Read more »
How much does running (daily, 4+ miles) affect the longevity of a facelift? Also, how does menopause affect the face?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. How much does running (daily, 4+ miles) affect the longevity of a facelift? Also, how does menopause affect the face? A. A facelift is a personal investment. To make it last longer, maintenance of weight with exercise including running and diet like other lifestyle improvements will maintain the quality your surgery.... Read more »
What is the downtime after a facelift?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. What is the downtime after a facelift? I am doing a facelift on a Monday and need to return to work on a Thursday. I have long hair so my stitches will be covered. My doctor said I should be ok, but would like other opinions. I work as... Read more »
