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Interested in a browlift in Florida? Also called a forehead lift, browlift surgery enhances the appearance of the forehead and lifts a sagging brow. As we age, the forehead lengthens and eyebrows tend to droop, causing excess skin over the upper eyelid and sometimes leading to pronounced furrows. These changes can create a tired or stern look. Browlift surgery remains a popular surgical procedure among older adults in Florida.
A brow lift or forehead lift can refresh your appearance by creating a smoother forehead, lifting the eyebrows, and reducing excess skin on the upper eyelid. The procedure modifies muscles and tissues responsible for forehead furrows, resulting in a more youthful, rested look.
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Endoscopic forehead brow lifts minimize the visible effects of aging and provide a rejuvenated and happier appearance for years.
Traditional forehead lifts involved large incisions behind or at the hairline. Today, the advanced endoscopic technique uses only small incisions, allowing the surgeon to view underlying structures with a specialized camera (endoscope). This method leads to minimal scarring, pain, and swelling, with many patients returning to work within four days.
Eyebrow (forehead) lifts are now most often performed endoscopically and are frequently combined with eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) or facial procedures such as midface lifts, S lifts, or lower face lifts.
This innovative approach greatly reduces incision size, pain, and postoperative swelling compared to earlier techniques. The incisions for endoscopic brow lifts are so small that Dr. Kass routinely performs this procedure even for men with thinning hair.
Ask Dr. Kass to show you actual photos demonstrating how well these tiny incisions heal.
When endoscopic brow lift first gained popularity, some surgeons used metal screws for fixation, which caused issues for patients. Some surgeons still use dissolvable screws and plates that may be felt for months and yield unpredictable outcomes. Dr. Kass developed a unique suture technique that provides lasting and consistent results.
Endoscopic brow lifts are typically performed by ophthalmic plastic, oculofacial, and facial plastic surgeons.
Dr. Kass has performed this procedure on many satisfied patients during his career. Consider your options carefully and trust your face with qualified care.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brow & Forehead Lifts
Q: What is the difference between a brow lift and a forehead lift?
A: Both terms refer to the same surgical procedure aimed at elevating the eyebrows and smoothing the forehead to reduce signs of aging, such as drooping brows and furrowed lines. The procedure can improve the upper eyelid area and create a more rested appearance.
Q: What are the benefits of the endoscopic forehead lift compared to traditional methods?
A: The endoscopic technique uses small incisions and a special camera to perform the lift beneath the skin. This results in less scarring, reduced pain and swelling, and a faster recovery time, with many patients returning to work in about four days.
Q: Is the brow lift procedure painful and what is the typical recovery time?
A: Thanks to the minimally invasive endoscopic approach, patients usually experience minimal pain and swelling. Most can resume normal activities and return to work within roughly four days, though individual experiences may vary.
Q: Can a brow lift be combined with other facial cosmetic surgeries?
A: Yes, a brow lift is commonly combined with eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) or procedures on the midface and lower face such as midface lifts and S lifts, providing comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
Q: How does Dr. Kass’s technique differ from other surgeons’ methods?
A: Dr. Kass uses a unique suture fixation technique that he developed to ensure lasting and predictable results without the complications associated with metal or dissolvable screws and plates. This method minimizes palpability and improves healing outcomes.