Everyone gets older — but that doesn’t mean you need to settle for looking tired or more aged than you feel.
Over time, your skin will naturally lose elasticity. This is especially visible on the forehead and around your eyebrows, which can lead to wrinkles, sagging, and a heavy, aged appearance.
If you’ve been searching for a way to turn back the clock, you may have considered a brow lift. But can this procedure really make you look younger?
At our Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based practice, we’ve helped countless patients achieve a more youthful appearance through a variety of procedures. In this piece, we’re going to get into what a brow lift is, how it works, and what results you can expect from this popular procedure.
What Is a Brow Lift?
A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is a surgical procedure designed to elevate and reposition the eyebrows, smooth forehead wrinkles, and give your eyebrow and forehead area a more youthful, refreshed appearance. This is done by tightening the skin and underlying tissues.
This procedure addresses common signs of aging, including issues like sagging or drooping eyebrows, deep forehead lines, frown lines along the brow, or just a general angry or tired expression.
There are a variety of methods that can be employed to achieve your perfect brow lift. During your consultation, a skilled plastic surgeon like our Dr. Mark Bosbous will talk you through what approach is best based on your unique goals and situation.
How Can a Brow Lift Make You Look Younger?
Brow lifts can be incredibly effective at providing patients with a younger appearance. This is done by elevating the eyebrows—opening the eyes and creating a more youthful look—along with smoothing forehead wrinkles and, in general, restoring facial harmony.
These different aspects work together to make your face look younger. In the process, many clients find that these adjustments also improve their confidence, which can also do wonders in giving clients a more sprightly look.
What to Expect During and After Your Brow Lift
In general, brow lifts are relatively quick procedures, with most brow lifts only taking one to three hours to complete.
Recovery from a brow lift is also relatively straightforward, though it’s important to follow your surgeon’s specific post-operative instructions to ensure optimal results.
While every person’s situation is different there are a few things you can typically expect in the weeks following your procedure.
First, you will likely notice mild swelling and bruising around your forehead and eyes. This is usually short-lived, only lasting one to two weeks. Next, you will more than likely require at least a week of downtime. While most patients can return to work and light activities after a week to ten days, strenuous activity should be avoided for several weeks.
Finally, results: you should see an immediate improvement following your surgery, but you won’t be able to tell the final results until all of the swelling resolves itself. This timeline varies from patient to patient, but overall, one can expect to see their final results within a few weeks to a month.
Can I Combine Procedures for Better Results?
During your consultation, a skilled plastic surgeon like Dr. Bosbous will go over your desired results and if a brow lift alone will be able to meet them.
If not, your surgeon might suggest combining a brow lift with procedures like eyelid surgery or a facelift. If a brow lift alone is not enough to accomplish what you need, then these procedures can help address multiple signs of aging and provide a more enhanced result.
Is a Brow Lift Right for Me?
A brow lift can be an excellent option for individuals who are bothered by sagging brows, forehead wrinkles, or a tired appearance.
However, it’s important to have realistic expectations about the procedure and its results, as well as being in good overall health prior to the procedure taking place.
During your consultation, your plastic surgeon will work with you to evaluate your facial structure, discuss your goals, and determine whether a brow lift is the best option for you and your specific needs.
If you are interested in scheduling a consultation, contact our office today and discover how a brow lift can help you look as youthful as you feel.