lips

I would like to get my lips more plump , would this be just Botox or fat transfer?

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I would like to get my lips more plump, would this be just Botox or fat transfer? I’ve been advised that there is a procedure for them to stay plump for life but I’m guessing that’s untrue. I am wanting to find how whether it’s Botox, fat injections and how often... Read more »

I had Restylane injected into my lips for the first time 4 months ago. Is it too soon to have another injection?

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I was aiming to increase lip volume but it seems my lips have already returned to their original state. A. Hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers such as Restylane may be re-injected and layered most anywhere. There are many reasons to do this: Smaller amounts incorporate into the tissues easier and provide... Read more »

Can Restylane Silk be used for both tear trough and lip areas?

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I have thin lips and issues with minor sunken in tear troughs so i wanted to use 1 (syringe) filler for both procedures first my lips and whatever I had left would go to tear trough area. Is it safe for both areas? The lip goal I had was... Read more »

Can the puckering effect, noticeable indentations when speaking and eating, be lessened with Botox?

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. I am a 50 year-old female and am very self-conscious about the aging look around my mouth. I also have wrinkles as well. I understand that lines and wrinkles cannot be treated with Botox, but can the the mouth movement that accentuates the indentations when puckering, eating, et... Read more »

Will Botox correct a short upper lip/gummy smile?

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. Will Botox correct a short upper lip/gummy smile? I have been getting mixed opinions on this and am ready to fix my short upper lip. Is getting Botox injected into my upper lip the way to go or should I try an alternative procedure? Also, I am a... Read more »

Could Restylane Silk lip injection cause permanent bumps/nodules?

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. Q. Could Restylane Silk lip injection cause permanent bumps/nodules?I just had a small amount (maybe 1/4 of the syringe left from Nasolabial folds ) of Restylane Silk injected in my lips 2 days ago by a certified plastic surgeon . My upper lip was moderately swollen and lower lip bruised... Read more »

My smile has completely changed after Botox on forehead, frown lines, crows feet, & under eyes. Any suggestions?

Dr. Dean Kane Botox Q & A. Q. My top lip doesn’t lift enough. When smiling with lips together it looks normal but when smiling or laughing with lips apart my top lip isn’t lifting so looks like half a smile. My injectant didn’t inject low down on crows feet but could it still have... Read more »

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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.