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    • Facility
    • Staff
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    • Videos
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    • Patient resources
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  • Meet our Docs
    • S. Randolph Waldman, MD
    • Stephen A. Schantz, MD
    • J. Brad Turner, MD
    • P. Alexander Montague, MD
  • Gallery
    • S. Randolph Waldman, MD
    • Stephen A. Schantz, MD
    • J. Brad Turner, MD
    • P. Alexander Montague, MD
  • Procedures
    • Facial procedures
      • Rhinoplasty
      • Facelift
      • Mini Facelift
      • Brow / Forehead Lift
      • Blepharoplasty
      • Otoplasty Lexington, KY (Ear Pinning)
      • Chin Augmentation
      • Neck Liposuction
      • Lip Augmentation
      • Microneedling
      • Sub-nasal Lip Lift
      • CO2 Laser Resurfacing
      • Cosmetic Skin Lesion Removal
      • Hair Restoration
      • Soft Tissue Filler Injections
      • Neurotoxin Injections
    • Breast procedures
      • Breast Augmentation
      • Breast Lift
      • Breast Reduction
      • Breast Asymmetry
      • Breast Lift with Implant
      • Male Breast Reduction
      • Breast Implant Revision
      • Breast Reconstruction
    • Body Contouring
      • Liposuction
      • Tummy Tuck
      • Mini-Tummy Tuck
      • Body Lift
      • Thigh Lift
      • Arm Lift
      • Hand Rejuvenation
      • Brazilian Butt Lift
      • Mommy Makeover
  • Reviews
    • Patient Testimonials
    • Online Reviews
    • Video Testimonials
  • Skin Care
    • Skin Chic
    • Skin Chic Store
    • Our Staff
    • Laser Treatments
      • Varilite Laser (Broken Blood Vessels)
      • Radiosurgery (Cosmetic Removal of Skin Lesions)
      • Fractional CO2 Laser (Skin Rejuvenation Chest Wall)
      • Epilaze Hair Reduction/Removal
      • Sciton Broadband IPL (Pigment and Rosacea)
      • Phoenix Laser Hand Treatments
      • Infrared Skin Tyte
    • Light Chemical Peels
      • Melanage Peels
      • Glycolic Peels
      • PCA Salicylic Peels
      • Ultrasound Moisturizing Treatment
    • Skin Care Products
      • Alastin
      • Skinceuticals
      • PCA
      • DefenAge
      • Elta MD
      • Skin Chic Private Brand
    • Microneedling
      • Microneedling with RF
      • Microneedling RF with PRP
    • Hydrafacials
    • Acne Treatments
  • NonInvasive
    • Coolsculpting
    • CoolTone

Brow / Forehead Lift

A forehead lift, also called a brow lift, is the name of the procedure that corrects drooping eyebrows and/or forehead lines which are often the first signs of aging. When left unabated, drooping eyebrows can cause “hooding” of the upper lids. Patients often complain that their eyes appear to be getting smaller or deeper-set, and friends may tell them they look sad or tired – even “grumpy”. A browlift produces a more youthful and rested appearance. In addition to elevating the brow and eliminating forehead lines, a brow lift can reduce crows feet around the outer edge of the eyes.

Table of Contents
  • Brow / Forehead Lift Before & After Photos
  • What is a browlift?
  • What can I expect during the surgery?
  • Who is a candidate?
  • What results can I expect from the surgery?
  • Where is the forehead lift performed?
  • What type of anesthesia is used?
  • What can I expect after the surgery?
  • How can I hide things until I return to normal?
  • Are there risks involved with facial rejuvenation surgery?

Brow / Forehead Lift Before & After Photos

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*Each patient is unique and individual results may vary.

What is a browlift?

A browlift is an operation designed to rejuvenate the upper one-third of the face. It can improve the following problems: droopy eyebrows, transverse forehead wrinkles, and vertical “frown” lines at the base of the nose. The horizontally oriented crease frequently present at the base of the nose is also often improved as well.

What can I expect during the surgery?

The surgery begins with the placement of the incision. In many cases the incision is made slightly behind the hairline. Dr. Waldman | Lexington, KY
Brow lift benefits

The surgery begins with the placement of the incision. In many cases the incision is made slightly behind the hairline, running from ear to ear across the top of the head. However, if the patient is balding or has a receding hairline, the incision will be made in the mid-forehead area of the hairline, along a natural line to minimize incision visibility. Excess skin and tissue will also be removed before the fine sutures or metal clips are applied.

In endoscopic surgery, Dr. Waldman makes a series of small incisions just behind the hairline and then, using an endoscope the size of a drinking straw for visualization, proceeds to remove those muscles that are the source of frown lines. The eyebrows are then lifted to reduce sagging of the skin at eyelid level. Depending on the nature of the incisions and Dr. Waldman’s preference, bandages may be applied along the incisions. The procedure usually lasts one to two hours.

In endoscopic surgery, Dr. Waldman makes a series of small incisions just behind the hairline. Dr. Waldman | Lexington, KY
The procedure usually lasts one to two hours.

Who is a candidate?

You are a candidate if your forehead sags or your brows hang too low and too close to the eyes.
If you have deep vertical furrows between the eyebrows (frown lines).

What results can I expect from the surgery?

The patient can expect a more youthful and rested appearance to the forehead and upper eyelids.

Where is the forehead lift performed?

Dr. Waldman performs most forehead lifts in his In- Office, fully-accredited AAAASF Surgical Facility under local anesthesia with monitored intravenous sedation. Skilled nursing care is available to assist you following your forehead lift or other aesthetic procedure.

  • I have had Botox around my eyes and eyebrow by Dr. Waldman since 2009. I live in Ashland and will drive to Lexington forever to see him and his office staff (Paula) is awesome, I just will not trust anyone else and I plan on having other minor procedures done and I definitely want Dr. Waldman to do them. (review from Google+)

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    • Ruby , Ashland, KY

What type of anesthesia is used?

While facelifts can be performed under either general or local anesthesia, Dr. Waldman prefers to use local anesthesia (with monitored anesthesia care with intravenous sedation) whenever possible. Some people refer to this as “twilight” anesthesia.

What can I expect after the surgery?

The patient will return home with their head wrapped in dressings, which are usually removed on the first or second day after surgery. Initial discomfort is easily controlled with oral medication, and sutures are removed within 10 days. Most of the swelling and bruising is gone in 7-10 days.

How can I hide things until I return to normal?

Dr. Waldman will discuss camouflage techniques that both men and women can use to disguise the temporary bruising and swelling that occurs following all forehead lifts.

Are there risks involved with facial rejuvenation surgery?

As with any surgical procedure, there are risks and potential complications. In the hands of a competent plastic surgeon, major complications are infrequent after cosmetic facial surgery and most patients are satisfied with their result. A careful consideration of the risks and benefits of any surgical procedure is an important part of the consultative process.

Related Procedures:
BOTOX® Cosmetic | Facelift | Hair Restoration | Mini-facelift

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