06 Dec Do You Need A Facelift Or Brow Lift? Choosing The Right Procedure For Frown Lines
Have You Noticed More Frown Lines?
Frown lines are deep vertical creases that develop between the eyebrows. These wrinkles usually result from excess contraction of the muscles around the eyebrows and forehead. Frown lines become deeper and more pronounced over time, especially for people using repeated facial expressions. Stress or excessive squinting can also accelerate glabellar lines. Skincare and lifestyle changes are often not enough to reverse frown lines. Surgical procedures like a facelift or brow lift can help, but which is best?
The power of facelifts
Facelifts are one of the more popular cosmetic procedures available today. The surgical procedure lifts and tightens the lower part of the face, removing deep wrinkles and sagging skin. Facelifts are particularly useful for jowls, smile lines, and excess skin in the lower neck. The surgeon will make incisions behind the ear and along the hairline. The surgeon then lifts the skin and adjusts the tissue and fat. The excess skin is removed, and the tightened skin is reattached to the hairline. Facelifts require 6-8 weeks to see results, with mini-facelifts having a faster recovery time.
Can brow lifts make a difference?
Like facelifts, brow lifts are surgical procedures focused on improving the signs of aging. Brow lifts raise and adjust the skin to improve deep wrinkles around the forehead and eyebrows. By raising the brows slightly, the procedure gives patients a fresh, younger look. Brow lifts can use a classical or minimally invasive approach. First, the surgeon will make incisions at the ear and around the hairline. Then, the skin is carefully lifted, and the tissue on the upper forehead is adjusted. Brow lifts can be performed with open incisions or with minimally invasive, endoscopic means. The procedure usually has a 2-3 week recovery time, with minor swelling and discomfort.
Which procedure is best for frown lines?
A facelift can produce dramatic results for the lower face, providing a smoother contour. While there will be some change to the upper face, the procedure may not affect frown lines. However, a brow lift should be the procedure of choice for frown lines. Surgery is a long-term solution to tightening the skin on the forehead and around the eyebrows. Sometimes, the surgeon will combine the brow lift with other cosmetic procedures for the best results. These include dermal fillers or botulinum toxin type-A injections. Studies show that brow lifts have a high 93% satisfaction rate among patients.
Aftercare matters
A brow lift can provide significant, long-term results. However, to get the most out of the procedure, patients should also incorporate skincare and lifestyle changes. First, get enough sleep to keep the skin refreshed and healthy. Next, protect the skin by adding a broad-spectrum sunscreen, moisturizer, and antioxidant serum. More importantly, try to avoid frowning, squinting, or other repetitive facial habits as much as possible. Some people are more prone to these actions, bringing frown lines faster. With the right aftercare, glabellar lines can be a thing of the past.