Brow lift surgery corrects brow sagging that naturally occurs with age. It is common for brow sagging to also affect the upper eyelids. Thus, sometimes a brow lift may be performed with an upper blepharoplasty, or may replace the need for the procedure altogether. So, while a brow lift may address extra skin on the […]
How Do You Prepare For A Brow Lift?
Modern brow lift surgery is fairly non-invasive. However, it is still considered a major surgery and may require some preparation. Once Dr. Santos determines that you are a good candidate for brow lift surgery, he will provide you with personalized preparations to take based on your medical history. So, how do you prepare for a […]
How Long Is Your Head Numb After A Brow Lift?
How Long Is Your Head Numb After A Brow Lift? Numbness is a side effect that can occur at the surgical site after any surgery. Not everyone will experience this, but it is perfectly normal if you do. In the majority of cases, this numbness is temporary. However, it can be alarming for patients, who […]
Is A Brow Lift Permanent?
Is A Brow Lift Permanent? A brow lift is an anti-aging facial plastic surgery that addresses wrinkles and extra skin on the forehead. This extra and loose skin often causes the brows to lower from their natural position or sag. Therefore, the procedure “lifts” the brows by removing unnecessary skin and tightening the rest. This […]
Does A Brow Lift Affect Your Hairline?
Does A Brow Lift Affect Your Hairline? Since brow lift incisions are made within or just above the hairline, a common worry for patients is that a brow lift will permanently alter the hairline. Dr. Santos delves deeper into the question, “Does a brow lift affect your hairline?” If performed correctly, a brow lift should […]
What Is The Difference Between A Brow Lift & A Facelift?
At first glance, it may seem obvious that there is a difference between a brow lift and a facelift. However, before surgery and in consultations, many people ask, “Will a facelift address my forehead?” The term “facelift” is fairly vague, so it is not clear exactly what areas of the face the procedure address. Let’s […]
What Is The Difference Between A Brow Lift And A Forehead Lift?
The terms “brow lift” and “forehead lift” are often used synonymously to refer to surgical procedures that address aging from the eyebrows up. Though, to facial plastic surgeons, there is a subtle difference between the two procedures, even if they often address the same areas and concerns. Let’s take a closer look at the question, […]
Do Brow Lifts Look Natural?
Throughout the years, tabloids have published unflattering pictures of celebrities who have had bad plastic surgery, particularly brow lifts. When performed incorrectly or on the wrong patient, brow lifts can make the patient look perpetually surprised or windswept. Understandably, many patients who come in wanting to address their aging brow, worry that this will be […]
Are Brow Lifts Permanent?
A brow lift is a facial plastic surgery that raises the position of the brows to better line up with the natural bone. It also may address sagging and wrinkles on the forehead and upper face. As we age, the brows sometimes begin to droop downward from their natural position which is where a brow […]
How Painful Is A Brow Lift?
A brow lift is a facial plastic surgery that lifts and repositions the brows and structures of the forehead. It can treat the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, sagging skin, and create a more youthful look. Patients who undergo this procedure–especially those considering local anesthesia–often ask, “How painful is a brow lift?” During surgery, […]
