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Who is a candidate for a brow lift ?
There is really no age limit. Wrinkles and frown lines are often
first to appear in the brow and forehead area. Although some of
these early signs of aging can be corrected by Botox injections,
brow lift can provide permanent smoothing of these unwanted
lines, combined with rejuvenating brow lift. This may provide a
younger, fresher, friendlier appearance, even in very young
patients with hereditary tendency to frown.
How is brow lift performed?
For the last several years there has been a revolution in
brow surgery. An “open” method is now almost completely
abandoned in favor of “endoscopic” brow lift. This advanced,
minimally invasive procedure is performed using a tiny
fiberoptic lens inserted through half inch incisions which are
strategically placed inside the hairline. The instruments are
also introduced through these tiny incisions and the whole
procedure is observed on the TV monitor. This endoscopic
approach minimizes postoperative discomfort, scars and skin
sensation loss typical for the open approach.
What is typical recovery like?
Discomfort is minimal. Incisions are invisible, being placed
inside the hairline. Some bruising and swelling may form around
the eyes and usually disappear within a week. With make up,
patients may return to public life within few days.
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