Also known as a brow lift, a forehead lift minimizes the creases that develop across the forehead, or those that occur high on the bridge of the nose; improves what are commonly referred to as frown lines; and repositions a low or sagging brow.

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 an 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 a forehead lift.

Consider a Forehead Lift if you have:

• 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 result in the brow area looking aged. Most patients requesting evaluation for a forehead lift or facelift 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.

In many instances, an incision is made across the top of the scalp, beginning above the ears and hidden within the hair. Sometimes, the incision may be placed at the front of the hairline or, in some cases, toward the middle of the scalp. The incision is designed to be inconspicuous when healed. Through the forehead lift incision, the doctor frees the muscles that cause wrinkling and frown lines, removes excess skin, and lifts your eyebrows to a more pleasing level.

Endoscopic

The newest approach in forehead procedures is endoscopic surgery. Several small one-half-inch to one-inch incisions are placed just behind the hairline. Although this technique may require more surgery time, it is less invasive and results in a smaller chance of temporary scalp numbness and, with its smaller incision sites, less scarring.

Plastic Surgery of Tuscaloosa offers the Endo Forehead Lift with the revolutionary Endotine material. This material is long lasting, bioabsorbable and represents cutting edge techniques in the advancement of facial surgeries.