Q. Does Sculptra treat smile lines? I am in my late 20s and I am interested in Sculpta. Does it treat nasolabial folds? Does the treatment hurt? Do I get a local anesthetic? Does sculpta come with lodocaine? A. Yes, Sculptra does work for smile lines. Unlike hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers which provide an immediate improvement,... Read more »
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Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Facial Aging Options
Q. I have noticed rapid signs of aging. What are some treatments to lift my face, especially the fat pads in my cheeks? A. Thank you for sharing your photo. After age of 30, the beginnings of facial skin laxity start when skin repair diminishes and passive skin aging relaxes. The web of fibrous compartments under the... Read more »
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Silhouette InstaLift Possible Nodule
Q. Several months following a Silhouette Instalift suture facelift a tiny tumor developed in my neck. Could this be caused by the procedure? A. Sorry for your concern. The Silhouette InstaLift (SIL) suture is made of 2 parts including poly-L-lactic acid. This is the same molecule as is Sculptra, a biologically active molecule which stimulates... Read more »
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding the Use of Fillers and Acne
Q. Will Sculptra injection cause an acne flare-up? I worked very hard to keep pretty clear for the last 2-5 yrs. I read a few reviews where women had very bad flare-ups after getting the Sculptra injections. I have a consult coming up to get injections for the first time ever. I have never done... Read more »
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Early Aging Folds, Wrinkles and Fine Lines; Sculptra or Filler?
Q. Is Sculptra okay for smile, loss of volume, and lips? Can scultpra be used for all areas where I’ve lost volume or have fine lines? If not, what the risk of getting it in my smile line or lips? I’m concerned about using juvaderm in my cheeks again because I smile so much- it... Read more »
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Sculptra for Volumizing Cheeks and Jawline
Q. I’m totally confused. I want to get Sculptra to add volume to my cheeks and jawline. I’m 44, and I want to get sculptra to add volume to my cheeks and jawline. I had several HA fillers, and I metabolize them quickly. Everything I’ve read tells me I should get 1 vial per decade... Read more »
Sculptra para dar volumen a las mejillas y la mandíbula
Estoy totalmente confundido. Quiero que Sculptra agregue volumen a mis mejillas y mandíbula. Yo tengo 44 años, y yo quiero hacerme Sculptra para que Sculptra agregue volumen a mis mejillas y mandíbula. Tenía varios rellenos de HA (ácido hialurónico) y mi cuerpo los metabolizo rápidamente. Todo lo que he leído me dice que debería obtener... Read more »
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Facial Options Following Weight Loss
Q. Could a facelift fix the sagging and old looking face? I recently lost weight and my face been feeling and looking very saggy. I am 35 is a facelift could be the best option? A. Thanks for sharing your photos! Other than moderate cheek fat loss, you seem to have retained your beautiful supple... Read more »
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Face Options for a Long Lasting, Natural and Youthful Appearance
Q. Still looking aged and currently have time for recovery. Suggestions to attain a long lasting, natural and youthful appearance? Hx.. 54 y/o female lower blephroplasty, 1/2005, biltmore & 30% TCA, 4/2016. I prefer one procedure and I do not want the ongoing maintenance and cost fillers require. Lastly, if one suggests ablative laser as... Read more »
Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dean Kane of Baltimore Answers Question Regarding Correcting Thigh Liposuction Deformities
Q. Getting rid of lumpiness and unevenness on stomach and thighs caused by lipo? 2 yrs post lipo. Is there is anything that would get rid of lumpiness after lipo on stomach/thigh. Have indents where too much was taken out,tried transplanting fat that didn’t stick.There are lumps from scar tissue. Have had 4 revisions to... Read more »
