Brow Lift
The brow lift opens the eye and brow area for a more rested, youthful appearance..
A brow lift, or forehead lift, surgically lifts the upper face to reduce frown lines, crow’s feet and forehead wrinkles and raise asymmetric or sagging eyebrows that have descended over time. BOTOX® injections can also provide a sort of temporary, non-surgical brow lift, however the results are less dramatic. Brow lift surgery is ideal for restoring eyebrow arches and achieving long-term correction for a drooping and wrinkled upper face.
What Is a Brow Lift?
A brow lift is a cosmetic facial surgery designed to address moderate to severe signs of aging formed by deep forehead wrinkles and creases, sagging eyebrows, and frown lines. The procedure helps to restore a smoother, firmer, more youthful appearance for men and women experiencing diminished skin elasticity and weakened muscles and/or tissues in the upper facial area. In some cases, the brow position may affect drooping eyelids, in which a brow lift and eyelid surgery may be combined for a more comprehensive rejuvenation.
At New Horizons Plastic Surgery, our board-certified Nacogdoches plastic surgeon, Dr. Gregory Wittpenn, offers advanced approaches for both traditional and endoscopic brow lifts. Each brow lift procedure is customized based on the unique aesthetic concerns and goals for each patient—with the least amount of visible scarring possible—to produce natural-looking results.
What Are the Benefits of a Brow Lift?
A brow lift can be advantageous for men and women looking to reverse the effects of aging, gravity, sun damage, and other factors in the upper face. Some of the potential benefits of a brow/forehead lift can include:
- Tightening and firming sagging forehead skin
- Elevating eyebrows to a more youthful position
- Diminishing wrinkles, creases, and folds on the forehead
- Reducing frown lines/furrows between the eyebrows
- Restructuring support of forehead musculature and skin
During an initial consultation with Dr. Wittpenn, he will evaluate the forehead and surrounding areas, review medical history, and discuss cosmetic concerns to determine a treatment plan that can best meet the aesthetic goals of the prospective patient while maintaining a natural appearance.
Who Is a Candidate for a Brow Lift?
Brow lift surgery is typically performed on men and women over 40, however it may be appropriate for younger patients if Botox injections cannot achieve the desired level of upper face rejuvenation. Ideal brow lift candidates are healthy non-smokers who do not require full face or neck skin tightening that would be better achieved with a facelift or neck lift. If excess upper eyelid skin is the primary concern, eyelid surgery may be more appropriate, however eyelid surgery and brow lift surgery can be combined to provide complete upper face and eye enhancement.
How Is the Brow Lift Procedure Performed?
During the brow lift procedure, hair must be tied back or strategically trimmed to accommodate necessary surgical incisions. After administering local anesthesia with IV sedation or general anesthesia, Dr. Wittpenn will place an incision designed to hide scars in the hairline across the length of the forehead. If an endoscopic brow lift is being performed, a few small incisions will be placed in the hairline instead of across the length of the forehead. Excess tissue is removed, forehead muscles are tightened and the eyebrows are elevated.
What Is Recovery After Brow Lift Like?
On average, patients can wash their hair within three days of surgery and return to work within 1-2 weeks. By week three, recovery is essentially complete, although it may take several months to see your final results. That said, recovery after a brow lift varies for each patient based on the surgical technique utilized, the patient’s unique rate of healing, and any other procedures that may be included to optimize the treatment plan. In general, most patients can expect to experience some degree of swelling, bruising, and tenderness immediately following the procedure, which should gradually decrease over time. To help manage any discomfort, oral medication may be taken as directed by Dr. Wittpenn. Each patient will receive aftercare instructions to carefully follow post-surgery to guide them throughout the healing process.
Contact New Horizons Plastic Surgery
If you’re seriously considering brow lift surgery to get rid of upper face wrinkles and raise drooping brows, contact New Horizons Plastic Surgery at (936) 564-3744 to schedule a consultation and find out if a forehead lift is right for you. Dr. Wittpenn is an expert Nacogdoches brow lift surgeon serving patients throughout eastern Texas and western Louisiana, including residents of Lufkin, Huntsville, Tyler and Shreveport.