The effects of aging on the body are inevitable. With age, the skin begins to lose its elasticity. Wrinkles and sagging are seen in different parts of the body, especially the face. The first signs of aging are usually seen in the eyebrow and forehead area. The sagging of the eyebrows and upper eyelids can accumulate over the eyes as time passes and reach a level that makes vision difficult. The drooping of the eyebrows, which affects the facial expression very much, can also cause a tired, nervous or tense appearance.

What is endoscopic brow lift surgery? How is it done?

Many different methods can be applied in eyebrow lift surgeries, but the most frequently applied and most popular method today is the procedures performed with the help of small and thin cameras called ‌endoscopes, without making any incisions and without leaving a trace.

It can be easily applied in hospital operating room conditions under general or local anesthesia supported by sedation. ‌In endoscopic brow lift surgeries, it is possible to perform the surgery without causing any bleeding and leaving a scar, by opening small holes from several different points in the inner parts of the scalp. Thanks to this method, the formation of ‌scars (scars) that occurs in old methods is prevented, and the recovery period is much shorter with less swelling. After the surgery, the use of pain reliever tablets is sufficient, there is no disturbing pain.

The sutures are removed after an average of 10 days. Since the scar of the operation will remain in the scalp, there is no problem of scarring. Compared to ‌Botox, your eyebrows can stay in the desired ‌position much longer, and the process does not need to be repeated at regular intervals, as is the case with ‌botox eyebrow lifting. In short, with endoscopic eyebrow lifting application, much more permanent results can be obtained compared to non-surgical applications.

What is classical eyebrow lifting surgery? How is it done?

Another name for classical brow lift surgery is temple lift surgery. The operation is performed by removing the scalp from the temple of the individual and stretching this area. The biggest disadvantage of this operation is that the long suture lines made into the scalp expand over time, creating bald islands. Considering the possibility that the scalp will lose its elasticity over time, the permanence of the classical eyebrow lift operation may not last as long as desired. Another name for classical brow lift surgery is temple lift surgery. The operation is performed by removing the scalp from the temple of the individual and stretching this area. The biggest disadvantage of this operation is that the long suture lines made into the scalp expand over time, creating bald islands. Considering the possibility that the scalp will lose its elasticity over time, the permanence of the classical eyebrow lift operation may not last as long as desired.

How is the recovery period after eyebrow lift surgery?

After eyebrow lifting or forehead lift surgery Tape and dressing are applied around your eyebrows and on your forehead. During this period, you can help the edema go down faster than normal by applying a cold compress to your forehead. In the post-operative period, swelling may occur on your forehead and these swellings are quite normal. However, bruising is not a very common condition.

In case of bruising, it is recommended to contact your doctor. On the third day after the operation, it is possible to wash the hair carefully without damaging it too much. Stitches are removed on the seventh day after surgery. Patients generally feel better at the end of the first week after surgery, with the disappearance of mild swelling on their foreheads. You may experience difficulty in moving your eyebrows and forehead and numbness on your forehead for a temporary period after the surgery. All these are expected in the normal healing process of the surgery.