The facelift and brow lift surgeries are cosmetic surgeries that can effectively counter the signs of aging, enhance the harmony of the face and make it appear youthful. Surgical solutions to skin laxity and normal gravitational changes aimed at a naturally refreshed appearance. Facelift and Brow Lift techniques produce subtle yet noticeable differences by focusing on overall facial balance and rejuvenation to accomplish a more beautiful you.
What are the main goals and who are good candidates for Facelift and Brow Lift?
The primary purpose of a Facelift and Brow Lift is to make you look naturally refreshed and youthful.
A facelift concentrates on the last two-thirds part of your face and neck. It does not matter if you have round cheeks, deep lines from the sides of your nose to your mouth, jowls that make your jawline less clear, or loose skin and fullness in your neck. The purpose is to gently support and firm the deeper tissues while removing excessive skin to improve the contours.
However, a Brow Lift addresses the top of your face-most notably your forehead and eyebrows. The purpose of this process is to lift the drooping brows, soften the horizontal lines of the forehead and decrease the frown lines between the eyes. This can make you look more alert and less tired or stern.
A facelift and brow lift candidates are generally healthy and non-smokers. This is due to the fact that smoking inhibits healing. It is very helpful to have reasonable expectations about what the surgeries can do. These age-reversing treatments can have a significant rejuvenating effect. We will talk about if they are right for you in detail.
What happens before and during Facelift and Brow Lift surgery?
Every facelift and brow lift journey starts with a proper consultation. This is the time to talk about your aesthetic goals, and for us to understand your medical history. We’ll carefully examine your facial structure and skin. In light of this, we will cover the most appropriate surgery techniques, what you can realistically expect and any preventable risk.
Should you proceed, you will receive instructions to prepare you for your surgery. It typically involves quitting smoking and not using anything like aspirin that might increase bleeding.
On the day of your Facelift and Brow Lift, you will be given anesthesia to keep you comfortable during surgery. The surgery may be performed with general anesthesia or intravenous sedation, which is also called “twilight sleep.” For a Facelift, we will make carefully placed incisions, which are often hidden in your hairline and around your ears. We will then lift and reposition the deeper tissues of your face, as well as the skin. For a Brow Lift, we prefer incisions that are smaller and can be hidden in your hairline as well. This allows us to elevate your forehead and brows. The details of the matter are dependent on the method chosen for you. The surgery duration varies but is carefully planned.
What is recovery like after Facelift and Brow Lift, and what results can I expect?
Following your facelift and brow lift, you will have some swelling and bruising. It’s not uncommon to be noticeably swelled for the first few days, which should then get better over the next weeks. We’ll provide medication to manage any discomfort. Keep your head up, and apply a cold compress as prescribed to lessen the swelling.
You’ll get detailed instructions on how to care for your incisions to help in healing and infection prevention. Any stitches are typically removed within one to two weeks. After every procedure give proper rest to your body. Do not put extra strain on your body for at least 4 weeks. Most people feel ready to get back to work and social activities in around two to three weeks. This can vary, though.
As everything heals and the bruising and swelling subside, you will begin to notice your Facelift and Brow Lift results. You can expect a more rested, youthful appearance. A facelift can remove sagging skin below your jaw and smoothen out your neck. A brow lift makes your eyes more open, smoothens out your forehead. These results are supposedly permanent, likely to be for years. However, the natural aging process will continue. Living healthy will help you to keep looking refreshed.
What are the key considerations when choosing a surgeon for Facelift and Brow Lift?
Finding the best surgeon for your Facelift and Brow Lift will probably be the most important decision you will make. Try to find a board-certified surgeon, most particularly by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Having this certification clearly means that he/she knows a lot about these procedures and has received extensive training.
Don’t hesitate to ask about your surgeon’s experience. What is their experience with Facelift and Brow Lift procedures? Could they provide examples of physical changes to patients with similar conditions as yours? Doing this will help you learn their stylistic approach and what quality of work they do.
It’s equally important that you are comfortable with your surgeon and that they hear your goals. The risks and benefits must be clear to you. Verify that the surgical procedure in question will take place in an accredited facility. Your safety, equipment, and staffing matter when it comes to accredited facilities.
Op. Dr. Erman Ak graduated from Ankara Hacettepe Tıp in 2014 and completed his specialization at Istanbul University Çapa Medical Faculty. He received advanced microsurgery training in Taiwan and, as an ISAPS fellow in Italy, training in facial and breast aesthetics. Dr. Ak holds the European Union Aesthetic Plastic Surgery qualification certificate from EBOPRAS and contributed to the establishment of the Plastic Surgery Department at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura Hospital. He currently accepts patients from Turkey and various other countries at his clinic in Nişantaşı.
