The hallmark attributes of youthful skin is similar across cultures and ethnicities: firm, elastic, smooth, and free of defects or blemishes. However, the human body changes over time and the skin is no exception. As the largest organ in the body, it undergoes a tremendous number of changes from infancy to childhood to adolescence to CONTINUE READING
Archive | Brow Lift
Is it possible to restore original brow position after endoscopic forehead lift?
May 4, 2011
If there is dissatisfaction with the results of a procedure, it can give your self-esteem a beating. The good news is the problem can probably be improved significantly. The bad news is that it may not be possible to restore your forehead 100% to its original appearance. Injectables like Dysport or Botox could be viable CONTINUE READING
Is there an easy way to fix brow assymetry?
April 27, 2011
If you want to avoid surgery there are temporary alternatives in the form of Dysport or Botox. Either can work to temporarily relax the muscles pulling the brow down. Just keep in mind that you’ll have to continue treatments indefinitely, as well as incur new costs with each new treatment. For a permanent solution surgery CONTINUE READING
How Efficient is a Lateral Brow Lift to Treat/improve Crow’s Feet?
April 20, 2011
Unfortunately a lateral brow lift isn’t usually effective in treating crow’s feet. Yes it’s possible it will eliminate the appearance of some of the lines, but it won’t remove all of them. Crow’s feet are small lines typically caused by laughing and smiling. Because they are created from muscular movement, the best way to treat CONTINUE READING
Is 24 years old too early to get a brow lift for droopy eyelids?
February 11, 2011
Not necessarily, but you do need to be absolutely sure that this is the surgery that is right for you. Typically brow lift procedures are used to correct droopiness resulting from aging. However it’s possible in some people to inherit a droopy brow, and this is often apparent throughout childhood. An endoscopic or anterior hairline CONTINUE READING
I want to lift my upper eyelids. Do you recommend a brow lift or eyelid surgery?
February 6, 2011
This is a question that only can be answered in-person, based on an anatomic evaluation. Some patients can do fine with eyelid surgery only, when the problem is simply excess upper eyelid skin. However if the problem lies in the descent of the brow, then it’s wise to consider how much their brows are contributing CONTINUE READING
Best way to get rid of wrinkles?
April 6, 2010
The best solution to wrinkles depends greatly on where they are located, the severity of the wrinkles, and if there is skin laxity or sagging that accompanies the wrinkles. It is possible to temporarily treat fine lines with topical skin care creams. These add moisture to the skin and create a ‘plumping’ effect which reduces the CONTINUE READING
How do I get rid of forehead wrinkles?
April 1, 2010
There are many treatment options for forehead wrinkles, and the right one for you depends on what you are experiencing. Wrinkles can usually be treated with a Botox or Dysport injection, provided your brow is in a good position already. These products work to relax the muscles of the forehead, which reduces or eliminates the CONTINUE READING
Mini-brow lift vs. Full Face Lift?
February 18, 2010
It is unlikely that a full face lift would be the best option given your age of 33 years old. Since you mention that the only area where you notice sagging is of the forehead/brows, I believe it would be best to treat that area. You may want to consider Botox to the forehead to CONTINUE READING
Can asymmetric eyes or eyebrows be fixed?
February 16, 2010
This depends greatly on your individual circumstance. Some asymmetries can be repaired, and some can’t. And most people have some facial asymmetry anyway to a degree. A surgeon who is skilled can assess any asymmetries you may have and help you come up with a surgical plan to minimize them as best as possible. A CONTINUE READING