What is an Eyebrow Lift?
A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift or forehead rejuvenation, is a cosmetic procedure to raise the brows. A brow lift improves the appearance of the forehead, the brow and the area around the eyes by raising the soft tissue and skin of the forehead and brow. You might choose to have a brow lift if you have a low, sagging brow or brow asymmetry. A brow lift might also boost your self-confidence.
What can it improve?
● Reduces the wrinkle lines that develop horizontally across the forehead, as well as those that occur on the bridge of the nose, between the eyes
● Improves frown lines- the vertical creases that develop between the eyebrows
● Raises sagging brows that are hooding the upper eyelids
● Places the eyebrows in an alert and youthful position
How is the surgery performed?
Brow lifts can be performed in different ways. In some cases, your surgeon may prefer using an endoscope (a thin tube with a camera on the end) and special instruments placed through small incisions made within the hairline. This allows the tissue and muscle beneath the skin to be adjusted, correcting the source of visible creases and furrows in the forehead. In other cases, it is more appropriate for your surgeon to perform a browlift through what is called a “coronal incision” The coronal incision is created from ear to ear across the top of the head within the hair-bearing skin. The forehead skin is then lifted and any muscle adjustment can be made under direct visualization. The resulting scar from a coronal brow lift is well concealed within the hair.
What can I expect after surgery?
During your brow lift recovery, your forehead may be taped and/or your head may be loosely wrapped to minimize swelling and bruising after the procedure is completed. A thin tube may be present to drain any excess blood or fluid that may collect under the skin. Initial wound healing may take 10 to 14 days. Sutures or clips will be removed when it is appropriate. You should be ready to return to work and resume normal activity after 10-14 days. You should keep your head elevated and perform no vigorous physical activity for at least one month following surgery, and it is important that the surgical incisions are not subjected to excessive force, swelling, abrasion or motion during the time of healing.
