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Drooping
Eyebrows: Get An Eyebrow Lift
Following crow’s feet, drooping eyebrows is
among the first signs of aging. This is because the tissue
on the forehead and the eyebrow region tends to become loose
over time. Most people, however, are unaware of this phenomena
and do not realize how much of an improvement an eyebrow lift
can have on the overall appearance of the face.
The Effects of Drooping Eyebrows
Drooping eyebrows cause the upper eyelids to either bulge
or to descend. As a result, the upper lids actually touch or
even overlap the eyelashes. Those with drooping eyebrows often
complain that their eyes seem to becoming deeper set or smaller
in size. For women, eyelid makeup ends up becoming high on
the upper area of the eyelids shortly after application. Those
with drooping eyelids often have a tired or angry look, particularly
at the end of the day.
The Eyebrow Lift
The eyebrow lift, often called simply a browlift, elevates
the eyebrows. Tightening and lifting the skin of the forehead
is the primary means by which this elevation occurs. For this
reason, the procedure is also often referred to as a forehead
lift. As a result of the procedure, the skin around the eyes
looks more refreshed. Wrinkles in the area are reduced, or
even eliminated completely, because the muscles that create
the wrinkles are removed. In addition, any excess skin in the
area is either removed or redistributed to the scalp to reduce
sagging.
The Procedure
In order to perform a browlift, the surgeon generally makes
an incision near to or in the hairline. This incision goes
across the scalp and down halfway to the ear. Placing the incision
in this region helps to hide any scarring that may occur. Precisely
where the incision is made is determined by the patient’s age,
hair pattern and other factors. For some, it is made 2” behind
the natural hairline. For others, it is made on the hairline
because the hair will regrow through the scar and hide it.
After making the incision, the muscle tissue and the skin
are then loosened and moved backward and upward in order to
tighten the entire area. At this point, the surgeon has to
determine the right amount of tightening, because too much
can result in a startled look. Too little, on the other hand,
will not remove the wrinkles and raise the eyebrows to the
desired position.
If the skin still has elasticity, the surgeon can actually
move the eyebrows and the forehead by making small incisions
and a special rod called an endoscope rather than cutting and
moving all of the skin. This is the best method because it
minimizes overall scarring and it prevents the hairline from
being moved back. In addition, there is less numbing of the
central upper scalp associated with this method than with other
methods. Regardless of the exact procedure used, the patient
will experience bruising and swelling, which may last for a
few weeks.
In patients with wrinkles in the middle of the forehead, the
surgeon may also perform a mid-forehead lift. This lift assists
in elevating the eyebrows by removing skin and elevating the
muscles surrounding the eyes. In this case, the incision is
made in an already existing crease in the forehead.
In addition to the actual browlift, some patients still require
other treatments to reduce crow’s feet and wrinkles in the
upper eyelid to the desired amount. In order to accomplish
this, the surgeon may also have to perform eyelid surgery or
use special resurfacing techniques.
After Surgery
Some patients are able to go home right away after a browlift.
Others are encouraged to stay near to the site of the surgery
for monitoring, but do not have to stay in the hospital. In
this case, the patient may choose to stay with a family member
who lives near to the surgical center or in a hotel room.
Patients also receive pain medication to alleviate the discomfort
associated with surgery. Swelling and bruising of the forehead
and the eyelids is typical. In most cases, this goes away in
a few days, but it can last a few weeks. Many surgeons use
sutures that fall out on there on within a week, but the patient
still has to return in a week to have them removed and to receive
a check up. In addition, any metal clips that may have been
put in place at the hairline will be removed at this time.
Most patients are able to return to their normal activities
about 8 to 10 days after surgery. At this time, the patient
can also begin wearing makeup again, if desired. It is, however,
common to experience numbness in the area above the incision
for longer periods of time.
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