BROWLIFT- ENDOSCOPIC - CORONAL - LIMITED INCISION
Browlift - Endoscopic Browlift - Brow Reshaping is an operation to correct drooping of the eyebrows and improvement of forehead creases and lines to achieve a natural youthful appearance.
Why have Browlift - Brow Reshaping?
- Browlift is performed to achieve a more youthful appearance of the eyebrows and forehead.
- Brow Reshaping is used to correct asymmetry of the forehead and eyebrows.
- Browlifting to carried out to rejuvenate the upper face in combination with a Facelift to achieve an aesthetically balance appearance.
Unfortunately,with advancing age and hyperactive muscles in the forehead creases and lines appear and the eyebrows droop. These can produce the typical tired appearance of the eyes and forehead.
Browlift can enhance the appearance of the forehead and eyebrows to give a fresh,youthful look. The aim should always be to achieve a natural rejuvenation without an operated appearance. Refinements to the hairline can be performed in a Hairline Lowering Foreheadplasty (Browlift) if the forehead is too high. Reshaping of the forehead can be achieved by either reduction of prominent brow rdiges or augmentation of the forehead.
The surgery can and is commonly combined with:
- Eyebag surgery ( Blepharoplasty)
- Facelift - Rhytidectomy
The operation can be carried out either as an Open (Standard) Browlift or Endoscopic (Minimal Access) Browlift. Both require scars within the scalp, the extent of which will depend on the particular goals of surgery.
The type of operation and /or treatment required to achieve the best result for you will depend on the deformity(s) and your goals and will be discussed at the time of your Consultation.
Remember surgery will not change you or solve any life crises, but should boost your self-confidence and enjoyment of life.
Browlift Operation Details
PRE-OPERATIVE
- General - Brow Surgery will correct drooping of eyebrows, loose skin with some improvement in facial lines. BOTOX™ injections are recommended two weeks prior to surgery to achieve the best results. Any existing facial asymmetry will be pointed out.
- Medical problems - Any Heart, Kidney or blood pressure problems must be reported prior to surgery.
- Drugs - Avoid aspirin/ibuprofen type analgesics for 3 weeks before and after your surgery. Stop Vit E one (1) week before surgery.
- Smoking - Must avoid at least 3 weeks prior to surgery and until wounds are fully healed or at least 2 weeks after.
- Omnilux - Light therapy to assist in rapid healing organised by one of our skin care specialist nurses for before and after your procedure.
OPERATION
- Combined - Browlifting is commonly performed with Blepharoplasty and/or Facelift.
- Anaesthetic - General with local anaesthetic at time of operation.
- Incisions - Coronal incision across top of scalp, Endoscopic - 4 small incisions in hairline
- Drains - May be required.
- Sutures - Sutures or metal clips in scalp removed after 10-14 days.
- Dressings - Light support dressing overnight. A Face garment is worn for 5 days and then as much as possible for 2-3 weeks.
- Hospital Stay - Usually 1 night.
POST-OPERATIVE
- Pain killers - Avoid aspirin / ibuprofen type analgesics for 2 weeks post-op
- Cleaning - Gently wash hair after 48 hours. Baby Shampoo is recommended.
- Exercise - Avoid vigorous exercise for 1 week after surgery. - Do not bend down for the first 3 days following surgery. Sit up at night as much as possible.
POTENTIAL PROBLEMS
- Pain - Mild-Moderate discomfort only expected.
- Bruising - Is common and may last for 2 -3 weeks. Can spread down face.
- Bleeding / Haematoma - Rare,but will require return to the theatre for treatment.
- Facial Muscle Weakness - May be temporary,affecting the forehead,- Recovers in about 6 weeks,rarely permanent.
- Sensation - Skin of scalp may have reduced sensation / numbness post-op, recovery expected from 6 weeks to 3 months.
- Scars - Usually fade over 3 to 6 months, rarely may become red and thickened (Hypertrophy). Rarely, delayed healing of wounds.
- Asymmetry - May appear early and improve with healing. Rarely significant.
BROWLIFT Using ENDOTINE DEVICE Operation Details
PRE-OPERATIVE
- General - Browlifting surgery will correct drooping of eyebrows,loose skin with some improvement in facial lines. BOTOX is highly recommended 2 weeks prior to surgery to relax the muscles affected by the surgery for a more effective healing. Filler or Fat Graftings may also be recommended to achieve the best results. Any existing facial asymmetry will be pointed out.
- Medical Problems - Any Heart,Kidney or blood pressure problems must be reported prior to surgery.
- Drugs - Avoid aspirin/ibuprofen type analgesics for 3 weeks before and after your surgery. Stop Vit E one (1) week before surgery.
- Smoking - Must avoid at least 3 weeks prior to surgery and until wounds are fully healed or at least 2 weeks after.
- Omnilux - Light therapy to assist in rapid healing organised by one of our skin care specialist nurses for before and after your procedure.
OPERATION
- Combined - Commonly performed with Blepharoplasty and/or Facelift.
- Anaesthetic - General with local anaesthetic at time of operation.
- Incisions - 4 small incisions in hairline.
- Drains - May be required.
- Sutures - Sutures or metal clips in scalp removed after 10 -14 days.
- Endotine Device - Implant will dissolve in 3-6 months.
- Dressings - Light support dressing overnight. A Face garment is worn for 5 days and then as much as possible for 2-3 weeks.
- Hospital Stay - Usually 1 night.
POST-OPERATIVE
- Pain killers - Avoid Aspirin / Ibuprofen type analgesics.
- Cleaning - Gently wash hair after 48 hours. Use mild shampoo such as baby shampoo.
- Exercise - Avoid vigorous exercise for 6 week after surgery. Do not bend down for the first 3 days following surgery. Sit up at night as much as possible.
POTENTIAL PROBLEMS
- Pain - Mild-Moderate discomfort only expected.
- Bruising - Common. May last for 2 -3 weeks. Can spread down face.
- Bleeding/ Haematoma - Rare,but will require return to the theatre for treatment.
- Facial Muscle Weakness - May be temporary,affecting the forehead,Recovers in about 6 weeks,rarely permanent.
- Sensation - Skin of scalp may have reduced sensation / numbness post-op,recovery expected from 6 weeks to 6 months.
- Scars - Usually fade over 3 to 6 months,rarely may become red and thickened (Hypertrophy). Rarely - delayed healing of wounds.
- Asymmetry - May appear early and improve with healing. Rarely significant.