Brow lift FAQ - San Jose

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Question: What is a browlift?
Answer: A browlift, also known as a forehead lift, is a surgical procedure designed to improve the appearance of a sagging brow and forehead wrinkles in order to provide a younger, more refreshed look. This procedure is performed using an endoscope, or camera, that is placed through small incisions within the hairline. The brow is then lifted and the wrinkle-causing muscles are weakened. The endoscopic browlift is a minimally invasive procedure compared to the older techniques.

Question: Who is the best candidate for a brow lift?
Answer: The best candidate for a brow lift is a man or woman who is physically healthy, realistic in their expectations and looking to improve the appearance of drooping or overhanging brows and forehead wrinkles. The procedure is often ideal for younger patients who do not want to undergo or do not need a full facelift.

Question: Are browlifts always performed in a hospital?
Answer: No. Browlifts may also be performed in a surgeon’s office-based facility or an outpatient surgical center.

Question: What occurs during a browlift?
Answer: Once the anesthesia is administered, several small incisions are made within the hairline. An endoscope, or camera, is inserted through the incisions and helps the surgeon as he or she lifts the brow and weakens the wrinkle-causing muscles. The incisions are then stitched closed.

Question: What is the surgical time for a browlift?
Answer: Browlifts usually require one to two hours to complete.

Question: What is the anesthesia used during a browlift?
Answer: Browlifts are most often performed with a combination of local anesthesia and sedation.

Question: Where are the incisions for a browlift?
Answer: Several small incisions are placed within the hairline.

Question: Is there much pain that occurs with a browlift?
Answer: There is usually a minimal amount of discomfort associated with a browlift, though pain medication can be prescribed.

Question: What sort of recovery does a browlift entail?
Answer: There is typically a minimal amount of discomfort after a browlift, though some swelling and bruising is common. Swelling can be minimized by keeping the head elevated during the first few days after surgery, and most of the swelling and bruising will fade within seven or more days.

Question: When will I be able to return to work after a browlift?
Answer: Patients are typically well enough to return to work within about seven days and sometimes sooner.

Question: How soon after a browlift can I begin to exercise?
Answer: Exercise and strenuous activities should be postponed for at least several weeks.

Question: How soon after a browlift are the stitches removed?
Answer: The stitches are usually removed within about a week after the browlift surgery.

Question: Are there any risks or complications that can occur with a browlift?
Answer: Adverse anesthesia reactions, bleeding, hematoma, infection, nerve injury, and the need for additional surgery are some of the potential complications that can occur with a browlift.

Question: Are browlifts ever covered by insurance?
Answer: Brow lifts are typically not covered by insurance as they are considered a cosmetic procedure. Patients should check with their own insurance carrier about coverage.

Question: Can browlifts be financed?
Answer: Financing is available for many plastic surgery procedures.

Contact Dr. Mingrone to learn more about browlift surgery or to schedule a consultation.

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