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What is Brow Lift Surgery?
A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is a cosmetic procedure designed to raise the position of the eyebrows and reduce wrinkles on the forehead, creating a more youthful and refreshed appearance. This surgery can help address sagging brows, horizontal forehead lines, and frown lines between the eyebrows. The procedure may be performed in your plastic surgeon’s accredited office-based surgical facility, an ambulatory surgical facility, or a hospital.
Preparing for Brow Lift Surgery
Your plastic surgeon will carefully explain the brow lift procedure you will undergo. Prior to your procedure, you will be given specific instructions that may include:
- Pre-surgical considerations, diagnostic testing, and medications
- Day of surgery instructions and medications
- Specific information related to the use of anesthesia
- Postoperative care and follow-up
You will be asked to sign consent forms to assure your plastic surgeon that you fully understand the procedure you will undergo and any risks and potential complications.
Recovery After Brow Lift Surgery, Post-Surgical Care
Once your procedure is completed, your forehead may be taped, and your head may be loosely wrapped to minimize swelling and bruising. A small, temporary tube may be placed to drain any excess fluid and minimize bruising. Before being released, you and an accompanying family member, friend or caregiver will be given specific instructions that may include:
- How to care for the surgical site
- Medications to apply or take orally to aid healing and reduce the potential for infection
- Specific concerns to look for at the surgical site or in overall health
- When to follow up with your plastic surgeon
Progress and Healing
Initial healing may include some swelling, numbness and discomfort that can be controlled with medication. An itchy scalp, particularly at incision sites, is also common. Some facial movements may be restricted or temporarily impaired. These are all common conditions.
Your plastic surgeon will instruct you to keep your head elevated at all times until the initial swelling has subsided. You will be provided with specific postoperative instructions including cleansing of your face and hair. Follow all instructions carefully; this is essential to the success of your outcome.
Immediate Results and Long-Term Outcomes
Initial wound healing may take 5 to 10 days, at which time any sutures or clips will be removed, if necessary. You will be ready to return to work and normal activity at this time. Cosmetics can camouflage any bruising that remains.
It may take several months for the swelling to fully dissipate. A year is considered appropriate for incision lines to fully refine. Life-long sun protection and a healthy lifestyle will help to extend the results of your brow lift – a relaxed, vibrant, and more youthful appearance.
Your face and forehead will continue to age. But the fulfillment you feel from your brow lift should continue for many years.
A brow lift can light up your face and remove the burden of preconceived notions about your personality and mood. It also erases years, sometimes even decades, from your face in a simple, low risk, outpatient procedure.
If you are considering a refreshing new look for yourself, you will first meet with Dr. Baroudi, our board-certified plastic surgeon, for a consultation at our comfortable, private facility. During your consultation, you will receive a careful physical examination and we will take photographs of your face. Dr. Baroudi will talk to you and consider your goals and health history to determine if a brow lift is right for you.
Your comfort is our primary concern, and we welcome you to get to know us, and experience why our patients are repeatedly thrilled by our work. Contact us today to schedule your consultation.
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