Brow Lift Procedure in Newcastle & Maitland
Brow Lifts (or Forehead Lifts) are procedures that address the downward position of the eyebrows, which can contribute to the presence of excess skin in the upper eyelid area. When the brow is elevated, the skin between the eyebrow and eyelashes is redistributed, which may help to restore a more balanced eyelid contour.
About Brow Lift Surgery
As we get older, the elasticity and muscle tone around the eyebrows decreases due to muscle laxity and loss of collagen, resulting in a downward shift of the brow position. This is called Brow Ptosis.
As the brow descends and the ptosis progresses, the fat and skin beneath the brow can also shift lower, extending over the upper eyelid and contributing to Dermatochalasis, the excess tissue often removed during a Blepharoplasty procedure.
Unlike a Blepharoplasty, where tissue is excised, a Brow Lift involves repositioning the brows. Often, no tissue is removed unless the procedure is combined with a Blepharoplasty to address upper eyelid skin. In some cases, fat beneath the brow is reduced or contoured if it has become prominent.
Our Forehead As We Age
In addition to Brow Ptosis, the forehead also changes with age. Deepening of the furrows of the forehead, often called Forehead Lines, and also deepening of the furrows at the top of the nose in what is known as the glabellar region occurs. More laterally towards the outside of the eyelids, crow’s feet also become more noticeable. To treat these areas, a Forehead Lift may be required which is basically an extension of a Brow Lift.
A Forehead Lift and/or a Brow Lift can be overdone giving the appearance of a startled look or a “deer in the headlights” look. A Brow Lift is often better performed in a more subtle way gently elevating the brows, softening the frown lines and helping to maintain a natural brow position over time.