Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Is it normal for my lips to be bigger in the morning? I had a little over 1ml injected into my upper lip 2 weeks ago. At first it was placed more towards the back of my lips. My doctor brought me in 4 days ago to move the... Read more »
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Can Botox lower my upper lip?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Can Botox lower my upper lip? My teeth show a lot when my face is resting and I’m assuming it is because I have a very short philtrum. Because of this, I have to force my mouth shut which puts indents in my chin from straining. I feel as if... Read more »
Are half syringes of Restylane for lips available/common?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I’d like to get my upper lip just a little more plumped up. Is it possible to get just half a syringe of Restylane? If so, what is the average cost? A. When smaller quantities of hyaluronic acid gel are desired, Restylane and Juvederm Ultra 0.5 cc are available at... Read more »
Is Botox an option for smoker’s lines above upper lip?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. I was told by a medical aesthetician that it is not, however I am seeing women on YouTube being treated with very small amounts (2-10 units) for this reason. I live in California and desperately want it. I have a terrible habit of pursing my lips. A. Lip... Read more »
Is it appropriate to only inject Restylane Silk into the upper lip?
Dr. Dean Kane Q & A Q. Is it appropriate to only inject Restylane Silk into the upper lip? I went to my doctor to inquire about a treatment for vertical upper lip lines. I had researched Belotero and wanted that filler because it does not add actual volume to the lips. My doctor instead felt that... 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 »
