Is a Brow Lift the Right Procedure For You?

Posted on 02. Jul, 2009 in Surgical Procedures

As we age, we begin to see significant changes in our appearance.  This occurs at a different age for all people, and even to differing degrees.  Some people reach their senior years with very few signs of aging, while some people begin to develop creases and wrinkles even in their twenties.

Cosmetic surgery is a popular way to combat signs of aging, and the brow lift is among the most popular procedures chosen by people of many ages.  If you are faced with sagging or wrinkles in the forehead or brow area, this procedure may be for you, but for some people it may be only one necessary procedure to create an even look.

For many people, a brow lift is an ideal procedure for firming and tightening the face and removing forehead and brow wrinkles and lines that may seem unattractive or give the appearance known as “angry brow”.  When a brow lift is performed, a small incision is made around the hair line, and tissue is moved or muscle removed that is responsible for the lines.  This will eliminate the appearance of wrinkles and creases.

When a patient’s face is aged beyond the forehead, the brow lift is also done in conjunction with a face lift, where the skin is pulled taut at the incision line, removing wrinkles from the entire face.  For patients with lines and wrinkles on many parts of the face, a brow lift alone would create an uneven and unnatural appearance; leading many people to choose both the brow and forehead lift.  Each case is different and should be discussed with a licensed cosmetic surgeon.

When attempting to determine if any cosmetic procedure is right for you, it is important to weigh everything carefully.  Ensure that you understand not only the results, but the potential risks and side effects.  Your doctor will work with you to help you understand both the pros and cons of any procedure.  You should additionally ensure that your surgeon knows of any health problems that you or immediate family members have as well as any medications or supplements you are taking.  A brow lift can be a remarkably successful procedure and can provide exactly the results you are looking for, but you should always talk with your doctor to ensure that the procedure and the results are something that will be beneficial for you.

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