Direct Brow Lift

WHAT IS THE DIRECT BROW LIFT?

A direct "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. Brow lift surgery works by removing muscles and tissues that cause the brow to droop, allowing the brow lift to create a smoother looking forehead.

WHO ARE THE BEST CANDIDATES FOR A DIRECT BROW LIFT

A direct brow lift is most commonly performed in the 40 - 60 age range to minimize the visible effects of aging. However, it can also help people of any age who have developed furrows or frown lines due to stress or muscle activity. Individuals with inherited conditions, such as a low, heavy brow or furrowed lines above the nose can achieve a more alert and refreshed look with this procedure.

HOW LONG DOES THE TREATMENT TAKE?

The direct brow lift procedure takes approximately one and a half hours.

WHAT IS THE PRE CARE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE BROW LIFT PROCEDURE?

Typically, we ask that you discontinue the use of retinoic acid products and glycolic acid products for 3 to 4 days before your Brow Lift procedure. In addition, we will prescribe an antibiotic, which is started 1 day before your procedure. Arnica may be prescribed to reduce bruising. It is also wise to stay out of intense sunlight for up to 1 week prior to your treatment. A preop history and physical is mandatory prior to having the Brow Lift procedure.

HOW MUCH DISCOMFORT CAN I EXPECT?

There is minimal if any discomfort with this treatment. Topical, local and sometimes IV sedation is all that is used. If you are extremely anxious, we can prescribe and anti-anxiety medication regimen which can be taken 1 to 2 hours before your procedure. Someone must drive you to and from the office and stay with you for 24 hours after your procedure has been performed. Pain usually is described as moderate for the first 24 hours. This can easily be controlled with cool compresses and pain medications which we will prescribe for you.

WHAT WILL BE MY DOWNTIME?

There can be some minor swelling and redness after surgery which quickly disappears within a matter of days. Redness can persist for up to one week. Sutures absorb by one to two weeks. Our providers will usually see you 24 hours after surgery and 1 week after surgery to make sure that you are healing correctly. Plan on a 7 to 10 day healing time.

WHAT ABOUT THE POST OP CARE?

We recommend a very nice post surgical kit. It is important to stay out of intense sun for at least one week after your treatment. We also recommend that you initiate a low dose corticosteroid medication to minimize swelling which occurs in most instances. Concealing makeup, e.g. Jane Iredale™, can be used to minimize redness.

HOW LONG WILL THE BENEFITS OF THE PROCEDURE LAST?

Direct Brow Lift Surgery benefits can be seen for several years. In our experience, patient satisfaction has been extremely high for this procedure. Botox Cosmetic™ and Filler Treatments using our hyaluronic acids or Evolence™ can also enhance your cosmetic result. We usually don't recommend that you have this procedure done with an eyelid surgery procedure at the same time. This is to minimize the risk of unanticipated overcorrection.

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