Significant Complications From Forehead Lifts Are Infrequent

A forehead lift is often performed to treat conditions associated with aging. It may be done in conjunction with other cosmetic procedures to achieve a more harmonious facial appearance. A forehead lift is also appropriate for treatment of certain inherited traits. Younger adults who have a low brow or who already have deep frown lines due to stress or over activity of muscles may benefit from the Forehead Lift procedure.

Many people that want to receive a forehead lift worry, "Am I a good candidate for forehead lift surgery?" Any one or combination of the following conditions may indicate that you are a good candidate for a forehead lift: Sagging or low position of the eyebrows, creating a tired or sad appearance; deep horizontal creases across the forehead; frown lines, or furrows, between the eyebrows and sometimes across the top of the nose.

The face usually portrays the first visible signs of aging. Gravity and changes in eyebrow shape and position results in the brow area looking aged. Most patients requesting evaluation for a forehead lift or face lift feel that their facial features do not reflect their youthful spirit and energy level. They are looking for ways to refresh and rejuvenate their appearance. There are many different variations of the forehead lift procedure that improve the position and shape of the eyebrow and forehead areas. Ultimately, the brow lift will allow you to turn back the hands of time to better reflect your youthful spirit.

Another concern that many people wanting to receive a forehead lift is, "How is a forehead lift performed?" The forehead lift procedure continues to evolve. Over the years, the procedure has changed from open techniques to more complex short incision and endoscopic techniques. The forehead lift procedure usually involves incisions in the hair-bearing scalp. Occasionally, incisions may be performed in the forehead, and/ or the upper eyelids. Once the incisions are made, various degrees of undermining of the skin are performed, and the deeper layers of the forehead are "lifted." Muscles that depress the eyebrows may be disrupted. The skin and deeper layers are often then "fixed" or attached to the bone. The results are a reversal of the effects of gravity and tightening of soft tissues of the forehead to restore a more youthful contour to the upper face.

An important aspect of a forehead lift procedure is understanding the risks of forehead lift surgery. Fortunately, significant complications from forehead lifts are infrequent. Every year, thousands of people undergo successful brow lift surgery and are pleased with the results. However, anyone considering surgery should be aware of both the benefits and risks. These are best discussed on a personal basis with your surgeon or one of their qualified staff members.