PROCEDURE
By offering a minimally invasive endoscopic brow lift, Dr. Salloum can minimize forehead creases, drooping eyebrows, hooding over eyes, furrowed forehead and frown lines. The forehead skin can also be tightened. This procedure can offer a more permanent solution to brow/forehead rejuvenation than Botox® or fillers. Most often done on people over 40.
LENGTH
1 to 2 hours.
ANESTHESIA
Local with sedation, or general.
IN/OUTPATIENT
Usually outpatient.
POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Temporary swelling, numbness, headaches and bruising. Itching.
RECOVERY
Back to work in 7 to 10 days usually sooner for endoscopic procedures. Resume most strenuous activities in several weeks. Full recovery from bruising in 2 to 3 weeks. Limited sun exposure for several months.
RISKS
All surgical procedures involve specific risks. Dr. Salloum will discuss this with you at the time of consultation.
RESULTS
Usually 5 to 10 years.