Brow lift surgery corrects the position of low eyebrows, reversing the effect of ageing and gravity of the eyebrow position.
The technique involves either a keyhole approach with scars in the hairline, on the hairline or small scars just above the eyebrows themselves. It involves securing the eyebrows in a more youthful position but also shaping the eyebrow.
This can be performed under either a local (if the smaller incisions are used) or general anaesthetic and is a day case surgery which means you go home the same day as your surgery. Most often it is performed under general anaesthetic.
It is often performed in combination with other facial procedures such a facelift and upper eyelid blepharoplasty
Brow lift surgery corrects the position of low eyebrows, reversing the effect of ageing and gravity of the eyebrow position.
The technique involves either a keyhole approach with scars in the hairline, on the hairline or small scars just above the eyebrows themselves. It involves securing the eyebrows in a more youthful position but also shaping the eyebrow.
This can be performed under either a local (if the smaller incisions are used) or general anaesthetic and is a day case surgery which means you go home the same day as your surgery. Most often it is performed under general anaesthetic.
It is often performed in combination with other facial procedures such a facelift and upper eyelid blepharoplasty
What is the aim of Brow lift surgery?
To reposition and also shape the eyebrow. It raises the eyebrow to give you a more refreshed and youthful look.
How long will the results last?
As we become older our faces loose volume in terms of bony support and soft tissues. In addition, there is the constant effect of gravity. These are some of the causes of the eyebrow position dropping. This factors are some of the causes for facial ageing.
The results of a brow lift will withstand time but the above factors will still have an going ageing effect on the eyebrow position and this must be taken into consideration.
This effect of these factors after brow lifting surgery varies from patient to patient and can be difficult to predict and so individual results do vary.
What happens on the day of surgery?
Prior to the day of surgery you will be given the following information and it is critical to know these details ahead of time:
On the day of surgery you will be checked in by a nurse and all your details will be confirmed and you will be changed into a surgical gown.
Dr Rory will see you before your surgery to run through all the details of the surgery, the consent forms as well as performing all your surgical markings. Multiple ID checks and procedure confirmation will be performed prior to your operation as safety is a priority.
After your surgery Dr Rory will notify your friends or family to let them know the procedure has finished and put their mind at ease. Depending on the procedure he will see you after the surgery and discuss the procedure.
When you are feeling comfortable, the team will then allow you to be discharged as planned that morning. All medicines and instructions will be given to you on your discharge.
How long will the surgery take?
If done in isolation, the surgery takes approximately ninety minutes.
This does not include anaesthesia time. In total, the whole procedure may last longer.
Will the procedure be painful?
No, one of the primary aims of any procedure performed by Dr Rory is to create a pain free experience.
A long acting local anaesthetic agent is injected at the end of the procedure within the wound to make you comfortable.
In terms of recovery, there will be some tenderness in the surgical area and some discomfort as well as swelling in the forehead and eye area. You may also experience a new tightness in your forehead area.
What is the recovery period?
This is a minor procedure and so the recovery is one week. Ice packs are advised in the first 48 hours to reduce swelling
During this time you can fully mobilise and are encouraged to walk around. In addition, you are advised to sleep with three to four pillows to elevate your head in order to further reduce swelling.
You should avoid strenuous activity or heavy lifting for two weeks.
What should I consider when recovering from the procedure?
All the stiches are removed at one week
There may be some numbness over the scalp area which returns over a few weeks and can start with the sensation of itching.
A slight overcorrection is always performed and so your final results are normally apparent at six months.
What is the cost of the procedure?
If performed alone, the cost of the procedure varies depending on the extent of the surgery but starts at 18,000 AED (excluding VAT).
The final cost is determined on a case by case basis dependent on complexity and additional procedures. Combination surgeries will lower the price of individual surgeries if done together.
A full surgical no-commitment consultation with Dr Rory will provide all the necessary details for your particular case.
What are the risks of the procedure?
These include some discomfort, infection, risk of bleeding, swelling, nerve injury with areas of numbness, recurrence of a low eyebrow position and areas of hair loss or visible scars in the hairline.
The results in terms of resolution of swelling will be at approximately ten days. This varies between patients.
A slight overcorrection is always performed and so your final results are normally apparent at six months.
Anything in particularly important I should know about the procedure?
It’s a straightforward procedure with high satisfaction rates if performed in the correct individuals.
What is the follow up after the procedure?
Each patient has a follow up schedule that is different.
You will be advised by Dr Rory and his team your particular follow up journey.
Typically it involves seeing the team a week after surgery for a wound check and removal of stitches. Thereafter, scar checks are performed at the six week point. This schedule will differ between individuals.
Who is involved in my care?
Dr Rory is the primary physician in charge of all your care. He performs all procedures himself and is meticulous about every aspect of your care.
Once he has performed a procedure on you he is available for you as your on-call doctor.
He will provide you with contact details and will be available for you. If you have any questions or concerns at any time he is available to support you.
He has trained his team around him to an exceptionally high standard from his aesthetic coordinators to aesthetic nurses.
In some instances, for example, for photography, garment fitting, wound dressings, checks or removal of stitches, his highly trained team will perform the care liasing directly with Dr Rory with real time updates.
