About Pittsburgh Brow Lift Surgery
At Dr James Fernau, Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa in Pittsburgh, PA; brow lift surgery – also known as a forehead lift – is a procedure that tightens the skin on the forehead and creates a smoother forehead and less frown lines. The brow lift is performed for both men and women and serves to remove the deep grooves that develop between eyebrows, allowing the patient to reclaim a more rested, youthful appearance.
Several variations of the procedure exist, and Dr. Fernau will help you decide which technique is best for your features and desired results.
• The endoscopic brow lift can be performed in the office and consists of a small incision above the forehead (in the hairline). This type of brow lift allows Dr. Fernau to release the muscle fibers that cause wrinkling, along with the corrugator muscles which cause the frown line. This procedure is fairly permanent and can be performed in minimal time.
• The more extensive brow lift involves an incision from one earlobe to the other within the hairline – so that the scar is generally imperceptible. This version of the brow lift can also be performed in Dr. Fernau’s plastic surgery suite.
Overall, the brow lift procedure aims to reverse the signs of aging in the forehead or brow region by reducing deep furrows in the brow or sagging eyebrows.
Who May Benefit from Brow Lift Surgery
Men and women over thirty-five years of age are common candidates for brow lift surgery. Those suited for a brow lift procedure are generally unhappy with how the natural aging process has affected their facial appearance in the forehead and brow region.
Brow lift surgery is often sought to correct the following issues:
• A sagging, angry or tired brow with forehead wrinkles.
• Pronounced frown lines in the forehead.
• Deep creases or grooves between the eyebrows.
• Deep furrows between the eyes.
Recovery Periods for Brow Lift Surgery
Recovery times for brow lift surgery vary from patient to patient. All patients receive pre-operative packets and post-operative care instructions for their surgical procedure. To improve your recovery period and minimize any post-operative complications, it is important to fully disclose your medical history with Dr. Fernau during your initial consultation. It is also important for you to discuss any use of medications, vitamins, herbal supplements, and recreational substances. Dr. Fernau may wish to also discuss your physical health and any personal expectations or concerns you may have prior to your procedure.
After brow lift surgery, patients may expect some initial soreness and swelling in the brow region. It is normal for this condition to last up to two weeks. By following Dr. Fernau’s post-operative care instructions, you can mitigate post-operative complications and speed up your healing process.
Special instructions related to your individual procedure, regarding rest, special garments, returning to your place of business (or normal daily activity), sports or other physical activities, and exposure to sunlight and outdoor elements will be provided to you by Dr. Fernau.
For your convenience, Dr. Fernau is available at any time and can even be reached after hours. Each patient is given his personal cell phone number for any questions.
Benefits and Additions
Many patients of Pittsburgh Plastic Surgery and Dr. James Fernau who have received Brow Lift surgery have also benefited from Rhinoplasty and Eyelid Lift procedures. To learn more about these additional procedures, visit our Pittsburgh Plastic Surgery Rhinoplasty and Eyelid Lift pages and see some of the amazing results achieved by Dr. Fernau’s patients.
When you consider cosmetic surgery in Pittsburgh, think of Dr. James Fernau and the Pittsburgh Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa.
Learn More About Brow Lift Surgery
For more information about Brow Lift surgery and other procedures, we invite you to call us at (412) 446-0391 – Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm – to schedule an appointment. You may also use the Contact Form page to send us a message.
