What’s the Difference Between a Standard Face Lift and a Macs Procedure?

Various options for face-lifting and skin texture improvements are available according to the skin laxity and areas of lift or tightening you wish or need. If you “pinch an inch” or more of skin in front of the earlobe,  lasers, Botox, fillers, Selphyl, Sculptra and other non-surgical options may help the texture of the skin but will certainly not shrink or lift this amount of skin laxity. With smaller amounts of skin excess you can consider a mini- or a limited (small) scar technique. With more amounts of skin redundancy, you will need to consider longer scars which creep along the sideburn or behind the ear.

The original “standard” facelift performed 30+ years ago made incisions and therefore scars onto the temples and hairline along the neck. It lifted the skin up and back rejuvenating the lateral brow and upper cheek skin but for many gave a “wind-blown” appearance due to the backward pull. Remember though that this is at a time when patients waited until they were older or had more sun damage and skin laxity than patients do today. It also did not necessarily address the deeper tissues such as the cheeks, jowls and neck.

The recent resurgence of the S-Lift (created in the early 1900's), also called by other names today as the  Quick-Lift, Lifestyle-Lift, Swift-Lift, Soft-Lift, MACS-Lift (Minimal Access Cranial Suspension lift) and others; are a single modification of the S-lift targeted to elevate the sagging lower cheeks, jowls and lateral upper neck with a upward lift. The shorter scar, limited undermining and minimized second layer lift achieve the "quicker" procedure but not necessarily the quicker recovery or the improvement you may desire.

Each patient must choose among the different techniques their facial surgeon has skills for. Among the range of procedures I have listed above, I also perform a "short scar" facelift in appropriate patients. This option is unique to the patient's needs as it will address the forehead, upper cheek and neck and by virtue of the wider undermining, will smoothen the nasolabial and marionette folds and up-turn the corner of the mouth which these "quicker" procedures do not. It may also suspend the neck and contour the jowl, lower cheek and neck fat.

There is a lot to consider with facial enhancements from non-invasive to minimally invasive to short and longer scar surgery. You will need to think about your budget and time off to recover as well. I hope this has helped. Thank you for asking. All the best to you! Sincerely, Dean P. Kane, MD, FACS

CoolSculpting vs. Liposuction Removal of Fat for the Arms from your Maryland Cosmetic Surgeon

When it comes to your arms, everyone wants them to be fit and not have the excess thickness detracting from the rest of your perfectly sculpted body. Dieting and exercise only work so well, what if there was a way to get better results in a shorter period of time? Thankfully there is; actually there are two great options for removing excess fat from your arms. You could either try CoolSculpting a non-surgical approach which is a newer but very effective procedure, or you could have it surgically removed with Liposuction. Below is some information about both of the options.

CoolSculpting of Arms

CoolSculpting is a process that is used to freeze away excess fat in targeted areas of your body. It is the non-surgical, painless way of re-shaping your body by freezing away stubborn fat. When combined with proper diet and exercise, CoolSculpting will rapidly freeze away the fat you have been trying to get rid of for years. The ideal CoolSculpting patient is someone who has fat they want to lose in a particular area or areas of the body where diet and exercise alone just will not do the trick. Coolsculpting now has a very special applicator that can effectively freeze the fat from your upper arms. It is ideal to continue your exercise workout on your arms at the same time so that you enhance the effects of your Coolsculpting procedure. After 90 days, you will see your arms thinner and more contoured.

Surgical Removal of Fat of the Arms by Liposuction

Another option for making your arms trimmer is to have the excess fat surgically removed with Liposuction. It is the quickest way to see the results you are looking for and there is little downtime after the procedure. This is ideal for someone who has tried exercising and cannot seem to see the results they are looking for. Arms for woman are a true problem and when Dr. Kane lipo-contours the arms, he specifically targets the entire circumference aspect of the upper arm giving them a “worked out” muscular appearance.  However, the surgery is not effective without a lifestyle change and it is important to work out regularly so that you maintain the surgical contoured affect that Dr. Kane so effectively achieves.

About Dr. Dean Kane& the Center for Cosmetic Surgery & Medi-Spa
Dr. Dean Kane is a board certified Plastic Surgeon well known expert in Baltimore, Annapolis, D.C. and the surrounding communities ofMaryland, Delaware, upper Virginia and the Eastern Shore. In practice for over 25 years at his Maryland Center for Cosmetic Surgery and Medi-Spa, he has been identified with unique abilities and creative surgical and non-surgical modifications necessary to achieve those differences between his male patients and his female patients. His practice actively attracts a diversity of patients, in which African Americans, Asians, and Indian heritage are a predominant aspect of his patient base. Coolsculpting and liposuction are ideal procedures that can be done on all patients of color.

Dr. Kane's extensive experiences and his strong plastic surgery education has made him the ideal cosmetic surgeon for men and women in the Baltimore and Washington D.C. area.

Your health, wellness, satisfaction, and safety are our top priorities!

To learn more about what we do, please visit our website or call 410-602-3322. Also, be sure to check our Facebook page periodically for new next monthly contests and follow us on Twitter.

Mommy Makeovers in Baltimore, Maryland

Now that your child has returned to school, you probably have a lot more free time to take care of  yourself. This could mean more frequent shopping trips or gym visits.  However, after having a child, some areas of your body are showing the after effects of pregnancy and breastfeeding . Thankfully, at Dr. Dean Kane’s Center for Cosmetic Surgery & Medi-Spa there is a way to improve those aspects of your body that show loss of volume and laxity in the breasts and excess volume and laxity in the tummy due to aging and pregnancy.  Some of the common procedures that mothers do as part of their ‘mommy makeovers’ are breast augmentation, breast lift,  a tummy tuck and liposuction and Coolsculpting.

Breast Augmentation

A breast augmentation is done with safe, natural silicone gel implants or saline implants, which are both FDA-approved. While saline and silicone breast implants both have an outer silicone shell, they differ in material and consistency. During pregnancy, many women loose some of their breast tissue and a breast augmentation can make the breasts appear fuller returning them back to their original shape and size.

Saline Breast Implants

A saline breast implant is filled with a sterile salt water. The implants are inserted into your breast empty, and then filled once they are in place to allow your breasts to look plump.

Silicone Breast Implants

A silicone breast implant is already filled with a silicone gel at the time of the surgery. Silicone gel mimics the feel of a human breast and some women find that they look and feel more natural than a saline breast implant.

Many women chose to get their breasts enhanced for many reasons from just being very small breasted, loss of breast tissue after pregnancy, to restore their aging and sagging breasts as well as for those women in the entertainment business.  A breast augmentation can be combined with breast lifts for those women who are also experiencing skin laxity and sagging of the breasts, the breasts need both lifting and filling. Women also combine breast augmentations with other cosmetic surgeries such as liposuction or tummy tucks to make sure that you look and feel your best.

Tummy Tuck

Traditionally, the Tummy Tuck or Abdominoplasty is performed when there is excess tummy skin and the internal muscles of the abdomen are stretched and distended (this can happen as the result of multiple childbirths or large size births). The surgery will dramatically narrow your figure forming an “hourglass “waistline. The excess fat and skin is removed while the abdomen is made tight and flat. The recovery from the traditional Tummy Tuck is generally 4 to 6 weeks. Women still need to establish a diet and exercise routine that maintains your new flatter abdomen. Patients are elated with the result of their flat, tight tummy.

Liposuction

Liposuction is another procedure that is used for removing excess fat from the body. It is ideal for when a large amount of fat needs to be removed and it is essentially suctioned out of the body (such as baby weight). Depending on the area of your body where the fat was removed from and how much fat was removed would determine how long the recovery period is. The full results of Liposuction begin to show a visible difference a few weeks after the procedure and continues over time to provide a thinner, more sculpted and contoured appearance.

Coolsculpting

Coolsculpting is also an ideal non-surgical procedure for women who have excess thickness from pregnancy, but can’t take the time out to recovery from a surgical liposuction procedure. Women want to get back into pre-pregnancy figure, but are also trying to care for their newborn children. Coolsculpting freezes unwanted baby fat in targeted areas so that women can feel better about themselves while they combine diet and exercise to get their bodies back to their original form. Coolsculpting would not be available right away for women who have had a C-Section as Coolsculpting can not be performed along a newly formed scar area.

About Dr. Dean Kane& the Center for Cosmetic Surgery & Medi-Spa
Dr. Dean Kane is a board certified Plastic Surgeon well known expert in Baltimore, Annapolis, D.C. and the surrounding communities of Maryland, Delaware, upper Virginia and the Eastern Shore. In practice for over 25 years at his Maryland Center for Cosmetic Surgery and Medi-Spa, he has been identified with unique abilities and creative surgical and non-surgical modifications necessary to achieve those differences between his male patients and his female patients.

Dr. Kane's extensive experiences and his strong plastic surgery education has made him the ideal cosmetic surgeon for men and women in the Baltimore and Washington D.C. area.

Your health, wellness, satisfaction, and safety are our top priorities!

To learn more about what we do, please visit our website or call 410-602-3322. Also, be sure to check our Facebook page periodically for new next monthly contests and follow us on Twitter.

Dr. Dean Kane, Cosmetic Surgeon and Artist

Many people know of Dr. Dean Kane as the go-to plastic surgeon in the Baltimore area. He has been enhancing the lives of his patients for years with the safe, high-quality care he provides. He specializes in a range of surgical procedures to help his patients achieve the ideal body they want.

Not only is Dr. Dean Kane an artist with the human body, he is also an artist in regards to photography and mixed-media.

About thirteen years ago, Dr. Kane began to experiment with acrylic paints on small canvases. He quickly wanted to broaden his horizons beyond the confines of his canvas and started to dream bigger. His paintings turned into something much bigger, and bolder. Larger canvases with plaster images and acrylic images that have been up to 9 feet tall. This brought Dr. Kane’s art to a whole new level. He uses his skills with computer layout, graphic arts and the new qualities of Adobe Photoshop into matrix wall art. Using a 10 inch by 10 inch canvas block of varying heights, his digital display is embellished with acrylic overlays, popped-out further elevating his relief and adding a character unique to Dr. Kane.

According to Dr. Kane: “We cherish our photos as memories of past places, family and experiences. My expression provides a visual celebration customized to the whims and enjoyment of the individual by creating a personalized wall of individual photo embellished art; whimsically, edgy and bold to display ones life.  Each photo-art is unique as is each column, row, matrix or wall. I have had lots of fun with this creative outlet as it unifies so many of my experiences and skills developed over my 55 years. I hope you enjoy it too!”

Now the Ritz-Carlton will be graced with the presence of Dr. Dean Kane’s beautiful artwork. On Wednesday, October 16^th, Drs. Dean and Lauri Kane will host the Grand Opening of DeanKaneART Gallery. The gallery opening will serve as a fundraiser for The Red Devils, a Maryland-based, nonprofit whose mission is to fund support services that improve the quality of life for breast cancer patients and their families. A portion of the proceeds from purchases of Dr. Kane’s artwork and all monies from the auctions and raffles will be donated to The Red Devils Horns of Hope Campaign so that they can remain a source of hope to breast cancer families living in Maryland.

To see some of Dr. Kane’s beautiful artwork, they can be viewed and purchased here http://deankaneart.com/.

About Dr. Dean Kane & the Center for Cosmetic Surgery & Medi-Spa

Dean Kane, MD and the rest of us at the Center for Cosmetic Surgery & Medi-Spa are dedicated to providing the highest level of quality cosmetic treatments and plastic surgery. Dr. Dean Kane is highly trained and has years of experience achieving exquisite results for his patients.

Your health, wellness, satisfaction, and safety are our top priorities!

To learn more about what we do, please visit our website or call 410-602-3322. Also, be sure to check our Facebook page periodically for new next monthly contests and follow us on Twitter.

The Perfecting 10 Peel

When your skin is looking dull and the skin tone is uneven, littered with dark spots, fine lines and sun damage, it must seem like there is no way to instantly revitalize it. Fortunately, Topix Pharmaceuticals has introduced the Replenix Perfecting 10 Peel and it is available at Dr. Dean Kane’s Center for Cosmetic Surgery & Medi-Spa.

The Perfecting 10 Peel is a chemical peel that will maximize exfoliation and gentle peeling away layers of dead skin and aging cells. This skin peel will help support collagen production and strengthen the skin.  While one peel is very effective, a series of three Peels is recommended for a greater impact to reduce the signs of aging.  Darker spots will be lightened and you will be visibly more radiant.

The Perfecting10 Peel is perfect for patients of all skin types who are looking for instant anti-aging results with no downtime and minimal discomfort. This peel is delivered in a series of installments and after each peel your skin will look better than before.  The Perfecting 10 Peel also comes in two strengths, intermediate or advanced. The one that is best for you depends on how aggressive of a peel your skin requires. Regardless of which strength you need, your skin will look beautiful and younger afterwards.

About Dr. Dean Kane& the Center for Cosmetic Surgery & Medi-Spa
Dr. Dean Kane is a board certified Plastic Surgeon well known expert in Baltimore, Annapolis, D.C. and the surrounding communities of Maryland, Delaware, upper Virginia and the Eastern Shore. In practice for over 25 years at his Maryland Center for Cosmetic Surgery and Medi-Spa, he has been identified with unique abilities and creative surgical and non-surgical modifications necessary to achieve those differences between his male patients and his female patients.

Dr. Kane's extensive experiences and his strong plastic surgery education has made him the ideal cosmetic surgeon for men in the Baltimore and Washington D.C. area.

Your health, wellness, satisfaction, and safety are our top priorities!

To learn more about what we do, please visit our website or call 410-602-3322. Also, be sure to check our Facebook page periodically for new next monthly contests and follow us on Twitter.