Gravity, the passage of time, and natural changes in the skin can significantly alter your appearance over time. If you feel self-conscious due to signs of aging in the upper portion of your face, a brow lift might be the ideal way to turn back the clock and regain some of your youthful confidence. But what exactly is a brow lift, and what problems can it fix? This blog post provides some helpful information.
What Is a Brow Lift?
A brow lift is sometimes called a forehead lift. Essentially, it is a surgery that moves the skin and muscles of the forehead slightly upward. It is different from a facelift, which primarily targets the middle and lower portions of the face.
Like other types of facial plastic surgery, a brow lift comes with a bit of downtime. It may also leave minor scarring, which your surgeon should be able to hide in your hairline. The results tend to look very natural.
What Can a Brow Lift Fix?
Some issues that a brow lift can address include:
- Forehead wrinkles. A brow lift can smooth out horizontal lines on the forehead as well as vertical lines between the eyebrows. It can produce much more powerful results than topical or injectable beauty treatments.
- A tired, sad, or angry appearance. A sagging forehead and eyebrows might make you appear as if you are always tired. You might even give the impression that you are constantly scowling! A brow lift can give you a more wide-awake appearance.
- Obscured vision. A sagging brow and drooping eyebrows might make it difficult for you to fully open your eyes, and misplaced skin could obscure your vision. A brow lift may make it much easier to see the world around you. In some cases, a brow lift is combined with blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) to provide optimum results.
Is a Brow Lift Right for You?
Does it sound like a brow lift might be able to address some of your concerns? A qualified plastic surgeon can help you have realistic expectations for this procedure so you can make a well-informed decision about whether you should move forward with it.
Meet the Practice
Dr. Irvin M. Wiesman is a board-certified plastic surgeon who is proud to serve the Chicago area. He provides brow lifts, facelifts, and a broad range of other procedures. If you are concerned about signs of aging, he and our team would be happy to consult with you. Contact our office at 312-981-1290.
