Brow Lift (Forehead Lift)
As we get older, our face is often one of the first parts of our body that starts to show signs of aging, like fine lines and wrinkles in the forehead area due to excess or drooping skin. A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, can treat these signs of upper facial aging by restoring the brows to restore a smoother, more youthful and alert look. Dr. Rukmini Rednam has had many years of experience to develop and fine-tune her technique for this cosmetic facial procedure. Patients may seek this option for several reasons, including the need to alleviate obstructed vision due to sagging of the skin above the eyebrows, ultimately causing excess skin in the
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eyelids.
This procedure is often combined with other facial surgeries, like facelift and blepharoplasty.
Candidacy for Brow Lift/Forehead Lift
If you are considering a brow lift, it’s important to clearly understand the procedure and discuss your options with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, like Dr. Rednam. Ideal
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candidates
are usually:
- In overall good health
- Nicotine-free (nonsmokers)
We encourage you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Rednam to discuss your candidacy and find out if a brow lift is the right fit for your unique cosmetic goals.
Preparing for Brow Lift/Forehead Lift with Dr. Rednam
Dr. Rednam and her team are committed to providing you with clear, understandable information to help prepare for surgery after you’ve made the personal decision to undergo a brow lift at our practice. During your consultation and pre-surgery appointments, we will discuss your medical history, perform a physical exam and review your expectations for the results of this
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procedure.
The Brow Lift Procedure
Brow lift surgery is usually completed within 1-2 hours and is performed on an outpatient basis, meaning you will go home the same day. Dr. Rednam and her surgical staff begin by placing patients on anesthesia. Depending on the type of brow lift chosen this can be local anesthesia, IV sedation, or general. There are two main types of brow, or forehead lifts: open methods and the endoscopic method.
Open Brow Lifts
These methods range from the use of longer incisions, hidden within the hairline to avoid noticeable scarring, to incisions placed just within the temporal area or directly above the hair of the eyebrows. In all methods, the forehead skin is lifted, and then excess skin is trimmed. After the removal of this skin, Dr. Rednam closes the incision with absorbable stitches. If external sutures are required these are removed in about one week after the procedure.
Endoscopic Brow Lift
For this method, Dr. Rednam places three small incisions within the hairline to create subtle, yet clear, access points for the procedure. She will then insert an endoscopic camera to better visualize the entire inner forehead, just above the bone. Next, she will lift the skin and muscle off of the underlying bone to release the tethered areas that are causing wrinkles, while taking great care to preserve necessary blood and nerve supply. To complete this method, Dr. Rednam then closes the incisions with internal sutures and clips. These are removed two weeks after the procedure.
Brow Lift Results & Recovery
Prior to surgery, Dr. Rednam and her team will be sure you are clear on after-care instructions and the timeline for recovery. Our office will schedule follow up appointments, as needed, to make sure your recovery is as smooth as possible. The change in your brow area will be noticeable almost immediately after surgery is complete, becoming more noticeable as swelling goes down and you get further into your recovery. A commitment to taking care of your skin, using effective sun protection, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle after your procedure will extend your results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brow Lift/Forehead Lift FAQs
As with any surgical procedure, there are risks associated with brow lift surgery. The risks are often minimized when you choose a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, like Dr. Rednam. These risks include bleeding, poor reactions to anesthesia, loss of hair, infection and noticeable scarring. While risks can occur, the chances are fairly low.
Insurance coverage is not guaranteed for this type of cosmetic facial procedure. In rare cases your carrier may offer full or partial coverage if your vision is being obstructed due to the brow drooping and can be supported by an official ophthalmic exam.
Patients can typically return to work and normal daily activities within 10-14 days, depending on their
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situation.
Dr. Rednam will advise you throughout your recovery period.
Schedule a Brow Lift Appointment in Houston & The Woodlands
Dr. Rednam is currently seeing patients both in office and through virtual visits. If you’re ready to see if a brow lift is the right option for you, please contact us. We look forward to providing you with the absolute best care possible.
1 American Society of Plastic Surgeons. What is a brow lift? Available: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/brow-lift. Accessed February 17, 2021.
2 American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Who is a good candidate for a brow lift? Available: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/brow-lift/candidates. Accessed February 17, 2021.
3 Mayo Clinic. Brow Lift. Available: https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/brow-lift/about/pac-20393257. Accessed February 17, 2021.
4 American Society of Plastic Surgeons. What should I expect during my brow lift recovery? Available: https://www.plasticsurgery.org/cosmetic-procedures/brow-lift/recovery. Accessed February 17, 2021.
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