Browlift was once that cosmetic surgery for the over fifty crowd. Patients waited until they saw wrinkles and then asked for "the works." Their results were dramatic, but unfortunately, everyone could tell they just had surgery. Today, nearly one-third of those seeking facial rejuvenation surgery are between 35 and 50 years old.
Wrinkles and frown lines often first appear in the brow and forehead area. A forehead lift or browlift is performed by Dr. James Shoukas for patients in Lake Mary, Orlando, Sanford, Longwood Winter Park and Daytona Beach to smooth out the wrinkles and correct drooping brows and heavy lids to provide a younger, friendlier appearance. A browlift can be performed alone or with other cosmetic procedures such as a facelift, eyelid surgery, or laser skin resurfacing.
Your Browlift consultation
During your initial Browlift consultation, Dr. Shoukas will discuss your goals for the surgery and explain your probable outcome of treatment. He will also help you decide which surgical approach will best meet your cosmetic goals. You may be shown several before and after treatment photographs of patients having similar conditions, and we will explain the treatment you can expect to receive. Before and after photos will be taken of your area to be treated to document your results. Dr. Shoukas office is located in Lake Mary and is only minutes from Sanford, Longwood, Winter Park, Orlando and Daytona Beach.
The Browlift procedure
A browlift can be performed as an outpatient procedure under twilight or general anesthesia, and may take 1 - 2 hours. The browlift incision is hidden just inside or by the hairline across the scalp and between the ears. Dr. Shoukas lessens the appearance of wrinkles by removing selected muscles and releasing tissues, which cause the wrinkles. The eyebrows may also be elevated, and excess skin at the incision will be removed to allow a gentle redraping of your forehead skin.
What will your Browlift surgery recovery be like?
After your browlift, there is a minimal amount of discomfort. There will be swelling and bruising that may last from 7 - 10 days. For some patients this may include the cheeks and eyelids. Keeping your head elevated and application of cold compresses will help to reduce swelling. As your incisions heal, you will notice some itching and possibly some numbness. These symptoms will diminish over time. You may wear make-up after 3 days, and your sutures will be removed in 7 - 10 days. Strenuous activity is restricted for 6 weeks.
Dr James Shoukas proudly serving patients in Lake Mary, Sanford, Longwood, Winter Park, Orlando and Daytona Beach.
