When it comes to facial rejuvenation, the eyes often command the most attention. As a facial plastic surgeon specializing in eyelid surgery in Bryn Mawr, Dr. John Lee frequently encounter patients seeking a refreshed and youthful appearance. One of the most effective combinations in achieving this goal is pairing blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) with a brow lift. Let’s explore how these two procedures complement each other to provide a harmonious and enhanced aesthetic result.
Understanding Blepharoplasty and Brow Lift
Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that corrects drooping eyelids and removes excess skin, muscle, and sometimes fat from the upper and lower eyelids. This […]
Dr. Lee has extensive training, expertise, and experience helping our patients from Bryn Mawr and western Philly rejuvenate their facial aging through various surgical procedures. He is a board-certified ophthalmologist and a fellowship trained oculoplastic surgeon. This combination gives him unrivaled expertise with our various facial procedures.
For our patients who want to rejuvenate their brows, Dr. Lee has developed different methods for these procedures. Let’s get into them in this pre-Easter blog.
What Are the Goals of a Brow Lift?
A brow lift elevates the brows and the forehead. This is the procedure when a patient’s brows have descended to the point […]
Gravity is a tireless working, never taking a day off and never letting up. The downward pull affects our bodies in many ways, but maybe none more so than the skin and support tissues on our forehead and the brows above our eyes.
As we age, our brows descend. In more minor situations, this can make a person appear tired or even a little angry. More involved sagging can actually create hooded brows.
To reverse these effects, Dr. Lee performs brow lifts, but he does them with a different technique than you’ve likely heard about.
What is the goal of a brow lift?
A […]
If the skin on your forehead, upper eyelids or eyebrows is giving into the effects of gravity, a brow lift may be the perfect option for you. Also referred to as a forehead lift, a brow lift tightens the soft tissues of the forehead to provide a smoother contour to your forehead, eyelids and brows. Brow lift surgery is used on thousands of people each year with pleasing results.
A brow lift may be right for you if:
Your brow is in a sagging or low position, creating a sad or grumpy expression
You have frown lines between your eyes, eyebrows or […]
Do you ever have people ask you if you’re tired? Or do they wonder if they did something to piss you off?
Well, it could be time for a brow lift from Dr. Lee.
Dr. Lee generally uses three different methods when performing his brow lifts. Here are descriptions of each.
Lateral brow lift
For those interested in a less invasive procedure, a lateral brow lift is a good choice. It’s effective to address a moderate amount of lateral brow droop. A small incision is made in the hairline above the lateral brow. Then a suture is passed from the lateral brow to the […]
Brow lift surgery is a procedure that involves pulling the brow and forehead skin upwards and tucking it using sutures, giving a tighter and more youthful look to the forehead and eyes. It is a relatively common facial cosmetic surgery that thousands of people opt for each year. There is a classic and an endoscopic procedure that you can choose from for your brow surgery. Your surgeon will be able to help you decide between the two based on factors like age and general health.
When Should You Think about Having a Brow Surgery?
There are a number of reasons why people […]
As people age, their skin becomes lax and begins to sag, which can create a tired or droopy appearance in some individuals. Patients who wish to rejuvenate their eyes often focus on dropping eyelids, when in fact the brows are responsible for the change in appearance. In most cases, a brow lift can raise the eye brows and restore a youthful and refreshed look to the face. There are a number of options and techniques that can be used to perform a brow lift.
Types Of Brow Lift Procedures
Lateral brow lift: A minimally invasive procedure, the lateral brow lift can correct […]