Brow Lift Hyannis, MD | Cape and Islands Plastic Surgery

Understanding Brow Lift Procedures

A brow lift is a surgical procedure designed to elevate sagging brows and restore a more youthful look to the area above the eyes. Many patients are unaware that what they perceive as excess eyelid skin is actually related to drooping brows, particularly in the lateral portion.

Procedure Details

During a brow lift, the forehead skin is carefully released and repositioned to create an aesthetically pleasing appearance. Cape and Islands Plastic Surgery offers two primary scar placement techniques:

• Above the hairline (for patients with low or normal hairlines)
• Directly at the hairline (for patients with high hairlines)

Surgical Approach

Typically performed under general anesthesia, the brow lift procedure allows most patients to return home the same day. The discomfort level is low and can be effectively managed with oral medications.

Recovery and Post-Operative Care

After surgery, patients will have a protective dressing around the forehead. The surgical team will remove this dressing during the first post-operative visit, which occurs the day following the procedure.

Recovery Milestones

• First post-operative day: Dressing removal, gentle hair shampooing permitted
• Two weeks: Light exercise can be resumed
• Six weeks: Full return to normal exercise routines
• Work absence: Between one to two weeks, depending on procedure extent

Note: Insurance typically does not cover brow lift procedures.

Complementary Procedures

Cape and Islands Plastic Surgery recommends discussing potential combination procedures, such as upper lid blepharoplasty, during the initial consultation to achieve optimal aesthetic results.

For more information about Brow Lift in Hyannis, MD, submit an enquiry to Cape and Islands Plastic Surgery.