Brow Lift

The gradual drooping of the eyebrows may encourage a patient to seek a brow lift, also called a forehead lift. This procedure resets the brows to a more youthful position, softening the forehead and rejuvenating the periorbital region. Dr. Luck takes pride in creating natural, elegantly shaped brows. He focuses on elongating and arching the brows rather than lifting the brows straight up in order to avoid the surprised appearance that often results from traditional, vertical brow lifts.

• Brow Lift Benefits
• Brow Lift Candidates
• Upper Facial Aging Causes
• Brow Lift Procedure
• Brow Lift Recovery
• Brow Lift Results
• Brow Lift Scars
• Brow Lift Cost
• Brow Lift and Eyelid Surgery
• Non-Surgical Brow Lift

What Can a Brow Lift Do For Me?

A brow lift is typically used to create a more rested, energetic, and youthful facial aesthetic. One of the most noticeable signs of aging in the upper face is the formation of deep lines and lax skin in the forehead. These expression lines can contribute to the look of a sagging brow and often make men and women seem worried, stressed, or fatigued. A surgical brow lift can effectively address these concerns and diminish an aged appearance in the upper face by:

• Smoothing deep creases and folds in the brow
• Lifting loose, sagging skin in the forehead
• Elevating the eyebrows to a natural-looking, youthful position
• Reducing eyelid “hooding” caused by drooping brows
• Minimizing the appearance of furrows between the brow

Individuals are usually back at work in a week, although vigorous physical activity should be limited for a couple of weeks.

Depending on your unique needs and cosmetic goals, a brow lift can be an excellent way to reverse facial aging in the forehead for long-lasting results. For patients who would prefer to avoid a surgical procedure, minimally invasive treatment with BOTOX^® Cosmetic can temporarily achieve enhancement that can be comparable to a forehead lift for certain aesthetic concerns. During a consultation in which your medical history and cosmetic needs are assessed, Dr. Luck can help you determine the best treatment to fulfill your aesthetic goals.

Is a Brow Lift Right for Me?

Brow lift surgery can provide a more refreshed look in the upper face for patients who feel like signs of aging in their forehead are making them appear older than their actual age. The procedure can achieve a brighter, more rested aesthetic with results that look natural and beautiful. You may benefit from a brow lift if:

• Sagging brows are hooding your upper eyelids
• You have frown lines even while your face is at rest
• Your brows have lost their youthful, arched shape

A consultation with Dr. Luck will give you more insight into the procedure, and will help you determine the best treatment option to achieve your goals. Dr. Luck will evaluate your concerns and ask about your medical history to find out whether you’re a good candidate for brow lift surgery.

What Causes Upper Facial Aging?

Facial aging occurs due to a number of factors: reduced skin elasticity, decreased collagen production, sun damage, and overuse of the facial muscles can all cause signs of aging to become more pronounced. As a result, many patients develop sagging brows, frown lines, and creases along the length of the forehead. When the brows droop, this can exacerbate the appearance of excess skin and cause (or worsen) hooding of the upper eyelids. Fortunately, these concerns can be repaired by surgically repositioning the skin, fat, and underlying musculature. Non-surgical solutions like fillers and injectables can offer temporary improvement, but only brow lift surgery can resolve signs of aging with long-lasting results.

What is a Brow Lift Procedure Like?

Dr. Luck primarily performs endoscopic-style, open temporal brow lifts. This procedure uses two or three incisions that are each about one inch long and hidden behind the hairline. The skin, fat, and muscles of the forehead and brows are then lifted and reset to a more lifted, youthful position. For certain patients with unique anatomy and concerns, he may utilize different techniques to lift the brows, such as a direct brow excision or direct brow suspension (“brow-pexy”).

What is Recovery Like for a Brow Lift?

Individuals may experience some numbness, incision discomfort, and mild swelling after your surgery. Pain at the incision site is usually minimal and mild pain medication can manage it. Stitches or staples will be removed within one week.

It’s recommended to take it easy the week after surgery. Most patients are able to shower and shampoo their hair within two days. Additionally, individuals are usually back at work in a week or less, although vigorous physical activity should be limited for a couple of weeks. Patients should limit their exposure to heat and sun, which may promote swelling.

How Long Do Brow Lift Results Last?

The rejuvenation achieved from a brow lift should last well into the future, and most patients enjoy their results for decades. Although nothing will stop the natural aging process, men and women who receive a brow lift will always look more refreshed and youthful than they would if they had not undergone the procedure. Dr. Luck will give you insight into how you can maintain the outcome of your brow lift as long as possible. In general, we recommend using sun protection (sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, etc.) every day to protect your skin from the sun’s damaging UV rays. Periodic “touch-up” treatments to keep your skin healthy and radiant, such as PiXel8-RF^® microneedling, SkinPen^® microneedling, and HydraFacial^®, can also help prolong your brow lift results.

Will I Have Visible Scars After a Brow Lift?

A brow lift generally doesn’t produce significant scarring. Incisions are hidden behind the hairline of the scalp making the resulting scars virtually imperceptible. Dr. Luck will make sure you understand exactly where your post-operative scars will be located during your consultation. To further decrease the visibility of scarring, be sure to follow your plastic surgeon’s instructions on how to take care of your incisions. This can promote proper healing of the wounds.

How Much Does a Brow Lift Cost?

Factors including the extent of your brow aging, skin quality, and personal goals will be taken into account to determine your surgical plan. While each surgery is unique, the general price of a brow lift can be determined following your consultation with Dr. Luck. A brow lift is frequently performed as part of a more comprehensive facial rejuvenation plan, often including an upper and/or lower blepharoplasty, face lift, neck lift, and/or others. The cost of a brow lift is substantially less expensive when added to a face and neck lift than when performed as a standalone procedure. Our team will review your surgical plan and break down your cost estimate during your appointment.

Please don’t hesitate to ask about our plastic surgery financing options, which can allow qualified patients to pay for their procedure through a series of low monthly payments. Our practice accepts plans through CareCredit^® and ALPHAEON™ Credit, which are two reputable healthcare lending companies that each offer arrangements to suit your personal budget. Please contact our practice if you have any questions about patient financing, or if you would like to speak to one of our team members in person.

Combining Brow Lift With Blepharoplasty

Many patients use brow lift surgery as an opportunity to refine additional aspects of their facial appearance. If you exhibit lax upper eyelid skin that may create a “hooding” effect, or puffiness and eye bags under the lower lids, combining a brow lift with a blepharoplasty procedure can be an ideal way to comprehensively reduce an aged aesthetic in the upper face. Also referred to as eyelid surgery, blepharoplasty surgery improves the appearance of the area around the eyes for long-lasting rejuvenation. For many patients, complementing a brow lift with eyelid surgery can allow individuals to address a number of age-related cosmetic concerns and achieve a more refreshed appearance overall.

Should I Get a BOTOX^® Brow Lift?

In addition to a surgical brow lift, our plastic surgeons also offer non-surgical brow enhancement with BOTOX^® Cosmetic. This quick injectable treatment can smooth frown lines and creases in the forehead by relaxing facial muscles, acting as an effective alternative to surgery for patients who prefer a less invasive method of treatment. However, BOTOX^® Cosmetic cannot lift drooping eyebrows or tighten sagging skin and musculature. Furthermore, the results of BOTOX^® Cosmetic are temporary and typically last three to six months. If your goals simply involve refreshing mild to moderate lines in the brow area, a subtle forehead lift with BOTOX^® Cosmetic may be enough to achieve your desired improvement. In contrast, patients seeking longer-lasting results or more extensive improvement than wrinkle reduction are typically better suited for a brow lift.

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