Brow Lift

About Brow Lift Surgery

Surgery to lift the brow, sometimes known as a forehead lift or browplasty, is a popular aesthetic treatment that helps create a higher brow position, which provides a refreshed look to the upper area of the face. A sagging brow can sometimes cause an angry or tired appearance. A browplasty surgically corrects a drooping brow to give patients a refreshed face. Dr. Jules Walters is a plastic surgeon in New Orleans, LA, who has completed browplasty on men and women to give them a more youthful appearance. While brow lift surgery concentrates on the brow specifically, it can also improve the upper eyelid, wrinkles in the outer corner of the eyes (Crow’s feet), and areas of the forehead. Wrinkle fillers and relaxers are commonly performed along with a forehead lift at Dr. Jules Walters for best results, producing a smoother and softer appearance.

Traditional Incision

Also known as the open browplasty incision, this puts the surgical incision behind the hairline at the top of the head. The open incision not only conceals scars but also allows a certain amount of lift control throughout the surgery. The open incision is good for those with both frown lines and a sagging brow. The traditional brow lift is the ideal incision for patients who are concerned about a receding hairline.

Trichophytic Incision

The trichophytic incision is made directly against the patient’s hairline. A trichophytic incision permits a more dramatic lift in the brow for patients who have a low risk for hairline recession.

Lateral Brow Lift

Also called a temporal browplasty, the lateral method starts the incision within the hairline slightly over the temples. A temporal incision permits the outer sections of the brow to be treated and is best for sagging that is visible in the outer brow. A temporal brow lift also helps to treat Crow’s feet.

What To Expect

The recovery period after a brow lift varies in each patient, with the majority of swelling and discomfort reported with the traditional method compared to the temporal or endoscopic techniques. In general, patients feel some swelling and bruising in the upper portion of the face around the eyebrows and sometimes near the eyes. Cold compresses can help to reduce inflammation. Dr. Walters recommends patients sleep with pillows propped under their heads for at least three nights after their brow lift. It is critical to avoid any activities or movements that can put pressure on your face. The typical recovery period from a brow lift is around 2 – 3 weeks. The results can often be seen right away, with a refreshed appearance that seems more alert, softer, and with a visible improvement in sagging skin and fine lines in the upper portion of the face.

Rejuvenate Your Appearance

Do not allow a sagging forehead to make others wonder if you’re sad, mad, angry or tired — schedule an appointment to get more information about brow lift surgery with plastic surgeon Dr. Jules Walters in New Orleans and Metairie, LA. By correcting your hanging brow, you can revitalize your whole appearance and seem more youthful and refreshed. Dr. Walters strives for results that look natural; your browplasty will have your friends and family saying you look more refreshed instead of thinking you had cosmetic surgery.