Brow Lift Surgery

A brow lift or also called a forehead lift is a procedure that restores drooping brows and improves the forehead lines and furrows (deeper lines). In a brow lift the muscles and some tissue are removed or altered to smooth the forehead, raise the eyebrows and minimize frown lines. Restoring a more youthful appearance.

What to expect from the consultation: During this visit you should expect to sit at length with your doctor and discuss your goals for surgery. It is important to be informative about:

• Past surgeries
• Past and current medical conditions
• Any medications and vitamins you are currently taking
• Any and all supplement you are using
• Allergies to drugs, foods, dyes and rubber

How the surgery is performed: There are a couple of different techniques the classic or "open" method, or the most common an endoscopic forehead lift. Your surgeon will recommend what technique is the best for you. The surgery takes about two to three hours to perform and you go home the same day.

What to expect after the surgery: During the first week after surgery you will have bruising, swelling and discomfort. You may also experience some numbness of the forehead and hairline. Most of the visible signs of surgery should begin to fade after that first week and then completely by about three weeks. You may return to normal activities in about two to three weeks.