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Forehead Lift
Other names
Brow Lift, Browlift, Endobrow Lift, Temporal Lift
Purpose
Restore a more youthful, refreshed look to the area above the eyes.
Procedure type
Outpatient
Recovery time
7 - 10 days
Complements
Eyelid lift, face lift, neck lift, Botox, Restylane, collagen, chemical peels, and microdermabrasions
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Forehead (Brow) Lift
Goals
- Corrects a low-positioned or sagging brow
- Smoothes furrows across the forehead and between the brows
- Helps to restore a more youthful and relaxed appearance
Description
A forehead lift or "brow lift" is a procedure that restores a more youthful, refreshed look to the area above the eyes. The procedure corrects drooping brows and improves the horizontal lines and furrows that can make a person appear angry, sad or tired. In a forehead lift, the muscles and tissues that cause the furrowing or drooping are removed or altered to smooth the forehead, raise the eyebrows and minimize frown lines.
Procedure
The typical "classic" forehead lift is performed using a coronal incision. The incision starts at about the ear level and runs across the top of the forehead and down the other side of the head. Even though the incision is made well behind the hairline, the incision is quite long.
At the Advanced Institute for Plastic Surgery, we perform the majority of our forehead lifts with the assistance of an endoscope. Rather than making a long coronal incision, the endoscopic forehead lift only requires approximately five short scalp incisions, each less than an inch in length. An endoscope, which is a pencil-like camera device connected to a television monitor, is inserted through one of the incisions. This allows a clear, magnified view of the muscles and tissues beneath the skin. Using another instrument, the forehead skin is lifted and the muscles and underlying tissues altered to produce a smoother appearance. The eyebrows will also be lifted and secured into a higher position. When the forehead lift is complete, the scalp incisions will be closed and the area will be washed. Gauze and an elastic bandage will then be used to keep the area clean.
Recovery
Although many patients are up and about in a day or two, plan on taking it easy for at least the first week after surgery. You should be able to shower and shampoo your hair as soon as the bandage is removed by the surgeon. Stitches and staples are removed in one to two weeks.
Patients may experience some numbness, incision discomfort and mild swelling. Incision site pain is usually minimal and can be controlled with medication.
Most patients are back to work or school in a week to 10 days. Vigorous physical activity should be limited for several weeks, including jogging, bending, heavy housework, sex, or any activity that may increase blood pressure. Prolonged exposure to heat or sun should be limited for several months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much time is required for a forehead lift?
A: A forehead lift requires approximately 2 hours. As with all surgeries, the amount of time needed varies from patient to patient.
Q: Is a forehead lift an inpatient or outpatient procedure?
A: Outpatient.
Q: What are some common side effects?
A: Most side effects of forehead lifts are temporary. They include headaches, swelling, numbness, and bruising.
Q: What is the recovery time?
A: Most patients are able to return to work or school in a week to 10 days.
Q: How long do the results last?
A: A forehead lift minimizes the appearance of aging for years. However, the procedure does not stop the clock. The influences of aging and gravity will continue as time passes. The exact length of time varies with each individual.
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