Q. How much pain can I expect and what pain medications can I / should I use for a tummy tuck and other cosmetic surgery? Dean Kane, MD (DK): Thank you for this most important question. I am re-blogging the following article because it marks the beginning of a new direction in American pain-care expectations... Read more »
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Would a lidocaine patch be a possible treatment option for late onset CoolSculpting pain?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding CoolSculpting Q. The pain is bad. It’s causing me to not be able to sleep. I whimper when I move. It’s so bad that had I known it would be like this there is no way I ever would have gotten this procedure. It has brought... Read more »
Does frost bite kill fat cells?
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding CoolSculpting Q. In a botched at home CoolSculpting attempt I have given myself frostbite. I placed cool packs directly on my sides for 15 min. and the hospital has confirmed that I gave myself frost bite. I’ve learned my lesson and WILL NOT do it again,... Read more »
I’m still very swollen and in pain. What can I do about this?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I had CoolSculpting done 8 days ago. I am feeling lots of pins and needles in my numb belly along with periodic stabbing pains. My fat was so frozen when she removed the large device which I had 2 large going down to my belly button. She had... Read more »
Has any doctor heard of torticollis developing after a facelift and neck lift?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Has any doctor heard of torticollis developing after a facelift and neck lift? After eight months of agonizing tightness and pain, I went for a second opinion and I was recommended to see a maxillofacial specialist for either TMJ or torticollis or both. I am in incredible agony and never... Read more »
What are the side effects of CoolSculpting?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. What are the side effects of CoolSculpting? I heard about stabbing pain after the procedure for a week. How bad is it? Is Tylenol enough for that or need something stronger? How about numbness? Is it going away or permanent? A. Side effects to CoolSculpting (CS) include a range of... Read more »
Would I be a good candidate for a full facelift?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Would I be a good candidate for a full facelift? Four years ago I had a mini-lift. Aesthetic results were ok but I was miserable for over two years with pain and tightness around the ears. In fact, after all this time I still have residual discomfort. In the next... Read more »
I had the CoolSculpting procedure done three days ago. I am having severe pain around my belly button area.
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I had the CoolSculpting procedure done three days ago. I am having severe pain around my belly button area. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen are not helping with the pain. Please help. A. Pain and cramps of the lower tummy following CoolSculpting (CS) is well recognized. Of immediate concern is any change... Read more »
Earlobes sewn to face after facelift/neck surgery. Surgeon states “nothing can be done”. Seeking other opinions.
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. 14 weeks ago I had a platysmaplasty/facelift in South Florida by 20-year board certified plastic surgeon to fix prominent vertical neck bands. Happy with my neck, I didn’t expect to see my unattached earlobes repositioned and sewn to my face. At my 2-months visit, I reported painful popping/pulling of... Read more »
Remedy for pain during CoolSculpting?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I’ve had CoolSculpting done on several areas but found the procedure itself extremely painful for the abdomen area until the area went numb after about 5 minutes. I’m considering repeating the abdomen and want to know if there is anything I can do to take the edge off of... Read more »
