BALTIMORE, MD

What is a Brow lift?

A brow lift in Baltimore can help rejuvenate the upper face, correcting droopy brows and lids, reducing wrinkles, and giving the eyes a brighter appearance.

Facial plastic surgeon Dr. Samuel Hahn of the Maryland Center for Facial Plastic Surgery performs brow lifts for patients throughout Baltimore, Towson, Columbia, and surrounding communities looking to looking to restore a refreshed, youthful appearance.

Signs of aging are especially noticeable in the forehead and around the eyes. Expressive muscle activity and the aging process cause the forehead skin to wrinkle and the brow to descend, leading to a tired or heavy appearance of the forehead and eyes. Brow lift surgery, or forehead lift, is performed to rejuvenate the upper face and address excess skin.

A brow lift in Baltimore is performed through a series of small incisions above the forehead or along the hairline to elevate and smoothen the forehead skin, as well as reposition the brow in a more youthful position. Often the brow lift is performed in combination with an upper eyelid and/or lower blepharoplasty procedure to provide a comprehensive rejuvenation around the eyes.

How is a Brow Lift Performed?

There are numerous techniques used during the surgical procedure depending on the severity of soft tissue descent, the skin condition, and the hairline location. The cosmetic procedure may be performed through a conventional approach, endoscopic brow lift, or minimally invasive means.

During a brow lift in Baltimore, Dr. Hahn typically begins by making incisions either along the hairline or within the hairline, depending on the surgical technique, type of brow lift, and the patient’s anatomy. This ensures there are no visible scars post-procedure.

Through these incisions, excess tissue and facial skin are carefully removed, and the underlying muscles may be adjusted or repositioned to achieve the desired lift and contour. In endoscopic forehead lifts, a tiny camera attached to a thin tube (endoscope) is often used, allowing for smaller incisions and reduced scarring.

Once the brow muscles are repositioned and the necessary adjustments are made, the incision sites are closed with sutures. The procedure is performed under either local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, ensuring the patient’s comfort throughout.

Overall, the goal of a brow lift in Baltimore is to create a more youthful, refreshed appearance by lifting and smoothing the brow area while maintaining natural facial expressions.

Downtime and Recovery

Immediately after your brow lift in Baltimore, your forehead may be wrapped in bandages to minimize swelling and bruising. You may also be given medication to manage any discomfort or pain during your recovery time.

In the first week following your eyebrow lift, you can expect some swelling and bruising around the treated area. This is normal and should gradually subside over a period of time. Your surgeon may recommend keeping your head elevated and applying cold compresses to reduce swelling. While an invasive technique there is a shorter recovery time with this procedure than a classic forehead lift.

Most patients can resume normal daily activities within a week or two after the procedure. However, it is important to avoid any activities that can exert pressure on the forehead area, such as strenuous exercise or heavy lifting, for several weeks during your healing time.

You will be provided with post-op instructions to follow during the weeks after surgery, minimizing any risk of complications.