Browlift
AVERAGE COSTS :
On Consultation
DESCRIPTION
Ageing within the upper third of the face causes horizontal creases in the forehead and dropping of the eyebrows. Repositioning the brow and forehead gives an open appearance and fresh look to the upper third of the face which are characteristics of youth and beauty.
The procedure for rejuvenation of the forehead and eyebrows is known as a brow lift. It aims to compensate for the drop in brow position that occurs with age although this can take place at a relatively young age in certain individuals with a familial tendency. If the eyebrows drop it also creates the impression that the upper eyelid has excess skin as it all gathers between the eyebrow and the upper lid.
The operation of browlift is performed by using the endoscopic ("key hole") technique. This utilises a surgical telescope (endoscope) to lift the brow and forehead without the need for visible scars. The incisions are short (12-15 mm) and kept within the scalp in order to keep them well hidden. The operation of endoscopic browlift is often performed in conjunction with surgery to the eyelids for removal of loose skin or bags (blepharoplasty).
AVERAGE COST
On Consultation
LENGTH OF PROCEDURE
An hour
IN/OUTPATIENT
Inpatient
ANAESTHESIA
General
RECOVERY TIME
4 weeks
TREATMENT FREQUENCY
Two
RISKS
Risks are rare but it is common to have a headache for the first few days following a browlift due to stretching of the nerves to the scalp. A small amount of hair loss in the region of the incisions is very occasionally seen although this will recover over a period of time. Haematoma or a collection of blood under the skin is a theoretical risk, but in fact is rarely seen after browlifting.
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