The brow lift is an excellent alternative for those who want the upper-face results of a facelift but with a more minimally invasive approach and lower overall cost. This procedure can be used to address lines and aging that appear along the forehead, between the eyes, along the bridge of the nose, and on the outer edge of the eyes. In addition, it may be combined with eye tucks and skin resurfacing for a dramatic overall effect.

Brow lifts come in several different methods, with different surgical techniques utilized to provide specific results and ever-decreasing Invasiveness. Minimally invasive options now exist that allow patients all the benefits of a traditional brow lift, but use only tiny incisions that are hidden behind the hairline.

Why do Patients in Scottsdale/Phoenix Choose a Brow Lift?

The most common concern of patients seeking a brow lift in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area is advanced aging of the upper face, which can cause patients to present an age or expression to the rest of the world that they do not necessarily feel. As the natural aging process changes the upper face, often the skin settles into an “irritated” or “annoyed” resting face, which can deeply impact a patient’s perception of themselves and negatively impact the way others perceive them. Brow lifts can improve these concerns, allowing the world to see patients as they see themselves.

Specific facial concerns that are often an issue for brow lift patients are the horizontal wrinkles that develop across the forehead, giving the impression of anxiety or worry. Other common locations for these lines include the area between the eyes and along the edges of the eyelids. Frown lines, which are the vertical “eleven” lines that often develop between the eyebrows, are another common concern. Sagging of the eyebrows due to skin inelasticity or “hooding” caused by a sagging forehead may both be improved by a brow lift.

What are the Qualifications of a Good Brow Lift Candidate?

Each brow lift patient presents with their own unique situation, but all patients share several qualities that make them good candidates for the procedure. As with any cosmetic procedure, it is absolutely essential that patients are in good physical and mental health, in order to ensure a successful surgery and a smooth recovery. Medical issues that may impact the process should be discussed in detail at the initial consultation. In addition, it is important that patients have a healthy body self-image and realistic expectations about the outcomes of the procedure.

Good physical health includes several variables, such as proper nutrition and a fitness level that will allow them to recover from their procedure quickly. It is also crucial that prospective brow lift patients quit smoking for at least several months prior to their brow lift, as smoking can negatively impact the body’s natural clotting and healing processes during the recovery period as well as the surgery itself.

For more information about having a brow lift in Scottsdale/Phoenix, or to schedule a free consultation with Dr. Henderson, please visit the contact page.

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