Day to day, it can be difficult to notice the signs of aging. Then, one morning, you look in the mirror or see an old photograph and notice that your brow has begun to droop, changing your expression and making you look much older than you feel. Unfortunately, signs of aging in the brow can begin fairly early in life, as gravity and collagen loss weaken the skin and cause it to start sagging. This can cause many people to feel self-conscious or compromise first impressions by projecting a perpetually tired, sad, or angry expression.
Browlift – Dr. Louis DeJoseph, Atlanta Georgia
Fortunately, early signs of brow aging don’t have to mean that you’re doomed to looking old. A brow-lift is a simple but refreshing surgical treatment that can elevate the brow and give patients a more youthful appearance. Dr. DeJoseph offers customized brow-lift procedures to patients at Premier Image in Atlanta, GA.
What is a Brow Lift?
A brow-lift is a surgical procedure that is performed to lift and elevate the brow, returning it to a more youthful position. With age, the skin and muscles begin to sag and droop over the brow and eyes. A brow-lift physically lifts the skin and internal structures of the brow for a more refreshed, awake, and alert appearance. The procedure can be performed by making incisions behind the hairline or using a more minimally-invasive approach with an endoscope (tiny camera).
The Benefits of a Brow Lift
People mainly undergo browlifts for cosmetic reasons. The expression often changes with age, which can make people seem angry, tired, sad, or worried when they aren’t. Consequently, many people are self-conscious of this and don’t feel that their appearance reflects their actual mood or age. A brow-lift not only brightens the eye area and restores the resting expression, it can also help patients have more confidence in social situations. Some people also seek brow-lift surgery because the skin has drooped so far that it hangs over their eyes, impacting normal vision. In these cases, a brow-lift can pull the skin up, solving the problem and also providing cosmetic benefits.
Are You a Candidate for Brow Lift?
Candidates for a brow-lift should be healthy adults who do not smoke and are not taking blood thinners. Patients should have drooping or sagging skin in the brow area that is disrupting the aesthetics of the face or overall vision. It is important for prospective patients to have realistic expectations for the results of the procedure—the goal of cosmetic surgery is improvement, not perfection. Only you and your plastic surgeon can determine your individual candidacy.
Your Brow Lift Consultation
Before you can undergo a forehead lift, you will need to meet with Dr. DeJoseph at Premier Image in Atlanta. The surgeon needs to assess your facial aging and ensure that you are a good candidate for the procedure. During the meeting, he will ask you questions about your goals and your health history and make recommendations for a treatment plan. If he thinks you are a good candidate for a brow lift, he will help you decide which surgical technique should be used during the procedure, based on your needs. You should use this opportunity to ask any questions you have and get to know Dr. DeJoseph. Being able to trust your surgeon and make an informed decision based on reliable information is crucial.
The Brow-Lift Surgery
Due to the differences in the techniques used, the surgical process can vary, including the anesthesia used. Typically, general anesthesia or local anesthesia with IV sedation are used during a brow lift procedure. The incisions will be made where they can be hidden by the hair, and the size and location of the incision will depend on whether or not the endoscopic technique is used. This method requires smaller incisions, as the surgeon will gain visibility using a small camera mounted on a flexible tube.
Once the incisions are made, the surgeon will tighten the skin and muscles in the forehead, elevating the brow but maintaining a natural appearance. Finally, the incisions are closed. Forehead lifts are almost always performed on an outpatient basis, and patients can return home that day.
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Brow Lift Recovery and Downtime
Rest should be the first priority during the first few days following a brow lift. Stitches are normally removed about 7 days after the procedure, and your doctor will advise you on when you can return to work (usually 1-2 weeks after surgery). There will be some swelling and discomfort following the procedure, but this can be eased somewhat by keeping the head elevated and using prescribed pain medication. Patients should follow their doctor’s instructions as closely as possible, and avoid strenuous exercise for several weeks at a minimum.
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Why Choose Dr. DeJoseph
Dr. DeJoseph received his undergraduate degree in Molecular Biology, graduating Cum Laude in his class at King’s College. Subsequently, he received his doctorate of medicine from the College of Medicine at Penn State.
Dr. DeJoseph completed his residency in Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio and was one of only 38 surgeons selected worldwide to undergo further specialty training in facial plastic & reconstructive surgery in affiliation with Emory University here in Atlanta, Georgia.
Dr. DeJoseph is triple board certified in facial plastic & reconstructive surgery & laser surgery. He is a frequent lecturer to professional and civic groups, contributing author, and winner of many academic awards.
DeJoseph serves on many local and national committees and is an active medical staff member at Emory Dunwoody Hospital, Northside Hospital, Grady Hospital, and North Fulton Hospital.
Dr. DeJoseph remains active and raises funds or UNICEF, American Breast Cancer, Aids Foundation, American Breast Cancer Society, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Foundation, and the American Heart Association.
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Taking the Next Steps
If you think a brow-lift could help you restore your youthful confidence, then it may be time to start reaching out to plastic surgeons. Atlanta-based facial plastic surgeon Dr. Louis DeJoseph is dedicated to providing patients with the best options in plastic surgery, and he is standing by to help you reach your anti-aging goals. For more information, call Premier Image in Atlanta, GA, at (770) 457-6303.
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