A brow lift is a cosmetic surgery targeting the forehead, eyebrows, and upper eyelids. It tightens skin and underlying tissues to diminish wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging. Techniques include endoscopic, open, temporal and direct brow lifts, each with unique pros and cons. OT can be performed under local or general anesthesia depending on the technique, and patient conditions. A brow lift maybe combined with an upper blepharoplasty if required. The ideal technique is determined by individual needs, goals, and the extent of skin laxity and aging.
Immediate Postoperative Period:
1. Patients may experience swelling and bruising in the forehead and eye area.
2. Discomfort or mild pain is common, and prescribed or over-the-counter pain medications may be recommended.
Facial plastic surgery encompasses procedures aimed at enhancing or rejuvenating facial features, including the nose, ears, eyes, chin, and neck.
Common procedures include rhinoplasty (nose job), facelift, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), brow lift, chin augmentation, and neck lift.
This depends on various factors such as your overall health, expectations, and specific concerns. A consultation with a facial plastic surgeon can help determine your candidacy.
Risks may include infection, bleeding, scarring, asymmetry, nerve damage, and dissatisfaction with results. Your surgeon will discuss these risks during the consultation.
Preoperative instructions typically include quitting smoking, avoiding certain medications, and arranging for transportation and aftercare.
Recovery varies depending on the procedure. Generally, you can expect swelling, bruising, and discomfort initially, followed by gradual improvement over several weeks to months.
Results can be long-lasting, but factors such as aging, lifestyle choices, and genetics can affect the longevity of results. Maintenance may be required over time.
Skilled surgeons aim for natural-looking results that enhance your features while maintaining harmony and balance with your facial structure.
Costs vary depending on the procedure, surgeon’s experience, geographic location, and other factors. Your surgeon will provide you with a personalized quote during the consultation.
Most facial plastic surgeons offer consultations to discuss your goals, assess your candidacy, and develop a personalized treatment plan. Fees for consultations may vary.
In most cases, facial plastic surgery for cosmetic purposes is not covered by insurance. However, procedures performed for medical reasons, such as reconstructive surgery after trauma or to correct breathing problems, may be covered.
Dr. Prateek Sharma, a distinguished ENT and Facial Plastic Surgeon, graduated from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, specializing in Otorhinolaryngology and cosmetic surgery.