Submitted by Wanda Lowry from North Palm Beach, Florida

Q: I recently went for an evaluation for a "Life Style" lift. I have sleep apnea and wear a bi-pap mask with oxgen each night when I go to bed. I was advised by the staff member, not the physician that I was not a good candidate and would not be considered because of the sleep apnea. I would have to wear a band around my chin. What is this all about? I was not evaluated by the plastic surgeon.

Answered 11/20/09 12:16:59 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: I think that if any patient is going to have surgery they should be evaluated by a physician, You have every right to be angry. I would consider talking to yur state medical society about your situation. Although you may not be a candidate , your physician should be the one to tell you that and to tell you the reason. Good luck.

Submitted by debbie schneider from colonia new jersey

Q: my 26 year old daughter was punched in the mouth (right corner) and received appox., 15 stitches. The hospital said she will probably need plastic surgery. Can you tell me why?

Answered 11/20/09 12:13:41 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: I would imagine they said that just in case she did not heal well. If her incision looks good then she doesnot need any surgery.

Submitted by michele baum from miami fl

Q: interested in buttocks injections. hydrogel pmma i believe it's called. can you give me more info on this and if you offer it. i'd like to do this as soon as possible

Answered 11/20/09 12:12:14 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: I would HIGHLY recommend YOU DO NOT DO IT. !!!! dOES THAT GIVE YOU AN IDEA OF HOW I FEEL.

Submitted by Joey Rodriguez from Kissimmee, FL 34746

Q: Regarding underarm excess sweating: I heard on univision that you, dr. wolf that you have a procedure to stop excess sweating, it has been really anxiety ridden for me for a while now. I would greatly appreciate a response regarding this issue. Thank you!! Joey

Answered 10/27/09 13:06:55 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: You can use botox and it will help for up to 6 months.

Submitted by Michelle from Boston, MA

Q: Dr.- About 2 years ago I made the stupid mistake to enhance my butt with PMMA injections. I have not had adverse effects to date, but am anxious to have it removed from my body after hearing all sorts of terrible things about this product...Can you or any of your partners help with this type of case? I am willing to travel to FL ASAP for treatment as I am very scared. Thank you.

Answered 10/20/09 10:24:45 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: Michelle, I would not recommend you remove this material. The surgery required may cause you more injury. The fact that you have not had any problems to date may indicate that you will not have future problems. If you would like to to talk about it you may call me at 305-595-2969. As physician we are taught to "first do no harm". That is the best advice. Good luck

Submitted by claudia from miami

Q: Hi Doctor wolf how are you? hope you'r ok... i would like to know where do i look if a plastic surgeon is Board Certified in plastic surgery? thank you for your time..have a great day :)

Answered 10/16/09 11:31:22 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: You can go to the websit american board of plastic surgery.

Submitted by carmen from weston fl

Q: Dr. Wolf, are you a facial plastic surgeon?

Answered 10/16/09 11:28:18 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: Yes I am a facial plastic surgeon and limit my treatments to non-surgical and surgical treatments of the face and neck.

Submitted by lorena from queens newyork

Q: doctor,,hace 10 años me hice aumentar los labios, en un salon,,pero medijeron que era,colageno..con el tiempo el labio de arriba se deformo y, seformo una pelota,, un sirujano plastico, me dijo que era..silicon,,quiero saber si eso tiene solucion,,y si el labio, queda, normal con la cirugia,,,,,muchas gracias..

Answered 10/16/09 11:27:14 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: Lo que te pucieron era biopoimero. Si hay solucion. Se puede operar o se inyectar esteroid para disminuir la reacion.

Submitted by Carlos from Miami

Q: Hola Dr. Wolf: Mi nombre es Carlos y tengo 46 de edad y estoy interesado en Sculptra para reponer el volumen perdido en partes del rostro, que opina Ud. de este tratamiento? Saludos!

Answered 10/16/09 11:25:26 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: A mi me gusta ese tratmiento. Creo que es bueno para la persona que lo necesita eso. Saludes

Submitted by Gina from miami

Q: Hi,Dr.Wolf, I'm an old patient of yours. I hope you remember me. I referred David to you. I wanted to ask you what you would recommend for under eye circles, not dark but the sunken look. Also, for the face in certain areas around the cheeks and mid face for areas that start appearing sunken in. Are there fillers for those areas? What do you recommend? Nice seeing you again. Thanks.

Answered 10/16/09 11:23:48 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: Hi Gina, There are many types of fillers that can help you with what you would like to have done. Its best to come in the office to decide which one of the fillers is best for you. They range from Restylane, Perlane, and Juvederm all of which are hyaluronic acids . Sculptra is a bio active filler,(it works by stimulating your own collage to form) that works nicely for the mid-face. Other fillers include Radiesse, which is a calcium filler that can last up to one year. So , you see there are many of options. I look forward to seeing you.

Submitted by sandra salinas from brownsville tx

Q: buenas tardes quisiera saber si es posible que me manden informacion aserca de el telefono y direccion del dr. wolf para poder hacer una cita e ir a consultarlo personalmente muchas gracias.

Answered 10/16/09 11:19:02 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: Carlos Wolf 8940 n kendall dr E903 Miami,Fl 33179 305-595-2969 Saludes

Submitted by maria luz from miami

Q: hello,my esthetician referred me to you and told me you were an excellent plastic surgeon and that you primarily specialize in rhinoplasty.I would also like to inquire about lip surgery.Yes lip surgery.Opposed to lip enhancement or collagen and botox injections I would like to remove a small piece of my upper lip.I have recently noticed that my upper lip is very pointed and I kind of look like a duck and I was wondering if there are any surgeries available to fix this problem.The only procedure that i know of is cleft surgery and I dont have cleft lip so i'm not sure if that would be an appropriate procedure.

Answered 10/16/09 11:18:16 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: The surgery you are inquiring about is not that uncommon. There are many people who wish to have their lips reduces. It is an operation that is done under local anesthesia. If you wold like more information please call 305-595-2969 and ask for an appointment.

Submitted by Ma. Dolores Prieto from Queretaro, Mexico

Q: Estimado Dr. Wolf: Tengo 60 años y hace un mes me pusieron acido ialuronico para aumentarme un poco los labios pero yo ya no me veo nada, leí un artículo en Vanidades y quisiera ir con usted para un implante, mi pregunta es si hago cita para mediados de Noviembre me puedo hacer el implante

Answered 10/16/09 11:15:47 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: Si, Por favor llame al 305-595-2969 y pregunte por una cita.

Submitted by josy alvarez from miami fla

Q: dr wolf quiero ponerme el botox pero me siento preocupada pk dicen q puede tener efectos secundario muy cerios q usted me acoseja pk quiero quitarme un poco de la lineas de expresion pero nose q hacer q usted me recomienda, gracias

Answered 09/15/09 12:32:15 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: Cuando un paciente se pone algo en el cuerpo siempre uno tiene de teneer cuidado. El Botox tiene riesgos, pero en la cantidad que se pone los riesgos son pocos. Tu doctor te puede decir, en mis manos numca e visto serio efectos. Como siempre pregunte a tu doctor que son los problemas que el ha notado. Saludes

Submitted by nina from miami,fl

Q: dear dr. i would like to have a breast reduction and lift, i am 28 years old and plan to have children in the future. my question is wil i be able to breast feed if i have the procedure.

Answered 09/15/09 12:27:08 by Dr. Carlos Wolf

A: The answer is yes, but here is the discussion. You should be able to breast feed because the surgery is designed to preserve the ducts leading to the nipples. One of the rislks associated with this surgery is that you may have some trouble breast feeding, but the great majority of patients have none. Good Luck