How to Explore Alternatives to Brow Lift Surgery

The goal of brow lift surgery is to elevate drooping eyelids and a lined brow. Over time, the things that we do every day, like laugh, cry, smile, frown or squint, cause our foreheads to develop furrows, wrinkles and lines. Combined with aging, these expressions create forehead lines that result in a tired, worn look. While brow lift surgery is often the best way to correct this problem, there are alternatives that you should explore before making a final decision on your treatment.

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Explore Alternatives to Brow Lift Surgery

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  Consult with a plastic surgeon. During your consultation, the surgeon will ask about your goals for the surgery and the results you expect. He will also ask you about any medical conditions that could cause problems during or after the procedure.

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  Ask the surgeon questions about alternative or cutting-edge procedures. This is best time to explore alternatives to brow lift surgery.

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  Consider a new procedure called brow suspension. Brow suspension is less invasive than brow lift surgery because it requires fewer and smaller incisions. The drawback to brow suspension is that it lasts only 1 to 6 years. It can, however, be repeated.

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  Research other facial plastic surgery procedures like collagen implants, chemical peels, laser skin resurfacing, dermabrasion and Botox injections.

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  Log on to All About Plastic Surgery for plastic surgery information and resources for a variety of procedures (see Resources below).

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  Explore alternatives to brow lift surgery by reading all that you can about the subject. A great place to begin researching facial resurfacing treatments, lasers, chemical peels, cosmetic dermatology and collagen implants is "Light Years Younger: The Definitive Guide to Anti-Aging Skin Care" by David J. Goldberg and Eva Herriott (see Resources below).