With age, many individuals begin to notice their brows descending downward on the face. This sloping, along with horizontal forehead lines, can create an exhausted, sad, or unfriendly expression. A brow lift (forehead lift) is a surgical procedure designed to lift the eyebrows to create an appearance that’s more inviting and refreshed. As a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon serving the Westchester and NYC area, Dr. Yael Halaas has the ability to achieve a much improved, natural-looking brow area for you.
Brow surgery fees may vary, based on the extent of the work performed and on whether any other procedures are undergone in tandem. The cost of a brow lift in NYC may range from $6,000-$10,000 and will include the surgeon’s fees, facility fees, anesthesia fees, and others. Dr. Halaas will provide you with a custom quote after your private consultation.
You may be a candidate for a brow lift in NYC if:
During your consultation, Dr. Halaas will discuss which brow lift technique is best for you. This will be determined by your specific hairline, your areas of concern, your personal aesthetic goals, and Dr. Halaas’ expert opinion.
In this technique, an incision is made from ear to ear across the top of the head and back in the hairline. Through this incision, the tissues are trimmed, the muscles are tightened and re-positioned, and a 1-2 cm strip of scalp is removed. Excess skin is removed, the skin is then re-draped and the incision is closed.
An endoscopic brow lift uses 4-6 1-inch incisions behind the hairline. A tiny camera called an endoscope is inserted into each incision, which enables visualization of the muscles. With this technique, the scowl-causing muscles can be weakened — but the muscles that cause horizontal forehead lines cannot. No scalp is removed; rather, it’s lifted upward and backward and then secured in this position.
The incision for this technique is made across the top of the head at the hairline. Through this incision, muscle alterations are made, and excess skin is removed.
A great option for those with receding hairlines or anyone with deep forehead lines, the direct brow lift uses an incision that is made in one of the horizontal forehead creases, just above the eyebrows.
A non-surgical brow lift can be performed with BOTOX, an injectable typically used to combat dynamic facial wrinkles. BOTOX is made with botulinum toxin that temporarily incapacitates the tiny facial muscles (the procerus and the orbicularis) responsible for pulling the brows and forehead downward. Your treatment plan is carefully crafted to ensure that your non-surgical brow lift goes far enough in achieving your desired changes but not so far as to alter your individuality or cause you to look unnatural in any way.
Dr. Halaas performs brow lifts in Westchester with the patient under local or general anesthesia (this will be discussed during your consultation, along with which type of brow lift you will be having). The procedure takes 1-2 hours, and is an outpatient surgery. To recover comfortably, we recommend taking 10 days off from work.
After the first few days, you will be able to work from home; for another 5-7 days, the most obvious swelling and bruising disappear.
During the first week, you may experience headaches, numbness, bruising, swelling, and nausea, but you will be given instructions to help you during your recovery. Our staff will also be available to answer any questions you have. You can expect to see final results in approximately four months.
Dr. Yael Halaas is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon serving the Westchester and NYC area. She has been recognized by her peers as one of the top 10 Facial Plastic Surgeons in the region and is often contacted by the media to share her expertise and experience. If you’re considering a brow lift in NYC, Dr. Halaas is the ideal surgeon for you. Not only is she the number one female facial plastic surgeon on the East Coast; but she also relates to her patients and is well known for her compassionate bedside manner. Dr. Halaas brings the best to her patients, treating each one like family or a friend. If you’re considering a brow lift, please reach out to us to set up your consultation. Dr. Halaas will discuss what outcomes you want to achieve, determine the best possible way to accomplish this, and explain the entire process.
It’s very important to Dr. Halaas to not only understand and agree with your vision, but to also achieve the most natural-looking outcome possible for you. She will use her experience and skill to deliver an appearance that’s not surprised, but rather refreshed and rejuvenated.
A brow lift can be performed with other cosmetic surgeries to ensure a youthful look in both the upper and lower face. These treatments might include blepharoplasty, facelift, neck lift, and rhinoplasty. In addition, we can combine non-surgical treatments such as a chemical peel or a HydraFacial to enhance your complexion. Whatever your cosmetic needs, Dr. Halaas will create a personalized treatment plan geared to help you look and feel your best.
Brow lift incisions are usually very well hidden, and are only known to the patient. You can find out more about the exact incisions you’ll be receiving during your consultation with Dr. Halaas.
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