Heavy, drooping brows can cause you to look grumpy or sad, which may not reflect how you’re really feeling. A browlift at Mountain Lake Plastic Surgery can help to create a smoother, more youthful forehead, upper eyelids, and eyebrows, as well as a happier, more approachable look.
Am I a Candidate for a Browlift?
If you notice that your eyebrows sag below your brow bone and your upper eyelids feel and look heavy, a browlift may be the right procedure for you. Ideal candidates will be overall healthy, non-smokers who are at or near a healthy weight. However, Dr. MacLennan will need to examine you to ensure that you are a good candidate.
How is a Surgical Browlift Done?
There are multiple browlift procedure techniques done today, and the type of browlift that’s right for you will depend on your unique facial features and your aesthetic goals. The browlift is commonly combined with an upper blepharoplasty to further improve the appearance of your brow and eyelid area. The most common browlift we offer is a “Gliding Browlift” or “Temporal Browlift”. This technique involves small incisions in the hairline, loosening the skin of the forehead, and elevating the brows with sutures and the removal of small areas of scalp. The primary improvement is in the lateral brow, meaning that it lifts the outer part of the brow to a more youthful level.
Recovery After Browlift
Right after your browlift, swelling and bruising are to be expected, and cold packs can help with this. It is also recommended that you sleep with your back and head elevated for the first week to further reduce swelling. Discomfort is tolerable during browlift recovery; however, tightness across the forehead is common for the first few days. Most people can return to work after 1-2 weeks and full activities within a few weeks, though heavy lifting and straining must be avoided during this time. Final results can usually be seen after about 3 months.
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If you are interested in learning more about the browlift procedure for a rejuvenated appearance, contact Mountain Lake Plastic Surgery to schedule a browlift consultation at (802) 231-4284.
