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FAQ BROW-LIFT
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A. What is a Brow Lift?
A Brow Lift, or Forehead Lift, is the procedure to
reduce the "angry" or "tired" look of the brows by
excising a bit of skin and resituating or lifting the
muscles and suturing them higher as well. There are
several techniques so please see the Brow Lift Page for
more information.
B. When can a Brow Lift be performed?
A Brow lift is usually performed during the late 20's
and upwards. There are endoscopic techniques which do
not give a more intensive lift that older patients may
need and of course the other techniques, such as the
coronal, may be a great option for those who do need
extensive lifting.
C. What does a typical Brow Lift consultation entail?
Dr Mounir will go over your options that can
realistically attain your goals. You will discuss the
risks and complications as well as anesthesia choices
and fees. As well as what to expect post-operatively.
This is the time where you can ask questions regarding
your concerns and determine if this surgeon is for you.
Do not be afraid to inquire about anything.
D. How is Brow Lift performed?
After you are anesthetized or sedated, your surgeon will
determine the area which need to be excised and where
the best incision placements would be for your
particular needs. You will have this skin dissected and
your surgeon will move and suture your muscle or skin,
depending. Or he or she may excise or "clip" your
corrugator muscle to prohibit or hinder you from
frowning in the future. After the internal work has been
done your incisions will be sutured and a pressure
dressing will be applied. Of course this is a summarized
explanation so please see the Brow Lift Page for more
information.
E. What should I expect post-operatively?
Expect to be swollen, tender and possibly bruised. This
is very normal so do not be alarmed at the presence of
any of the above. If you are in pain, take your
prescribed medications and do not forget to take your
antibiotics and apply your eye salves if instructed. You
will be groggy from the anesthetic so this is a good
thing, do not fight it. This helps you rest and adjust
to your healing period without memory of pain. Again,
this is a summarized version so see our Brow Lift Page
for more information.
F. When will the stitches be removed and does this hurt?
The sutures and/or staples will be removed in a week to
10 days. It may hurt a little but Dr Mounir can give you
injections of a Lidocaine (a pain reliever) incase your
staples are difficult or painful to remove.
G. When will I be able to see the results?
The results are immediate but you will be swollen,
remember to be patient during the healing period and the
full results should be visible in a few months. Any
numbness along the incisions should subside by 6 months
but may remain indefinitely in some patients. Remember
that as each day goes on you will be that much closer to
your final result - so be patient.
H. What are the risks of Brow Lift?
There is a chance of hematoma (blood clots), numbness
from nerve damage and hyperpigmentation (permanent
discolorations) caused by the bruising. There may be
asymmetry and/or undesired results resulting from your
browlift. Possible infections may arise and scarring can
be apparent depending on the incision placement. There
can be necrosis of the tissues at the incision lines,
resulting in additional tissue removal. If performed by
an unskilled surgeon, it is very possible to have your
skin pulled too tight and result in a very "surprised"
look. Although you may look this way at first - it
should relax.
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