Facial Plastic Surgery / Brow and Forehead Lift
Dr. Rubinstein performs brow and forehead lifts to raise eyebrows and reduce ridges and furrows on the forehead, thus creating a smoother, more youthful appearance. A brow lift at Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Specialists, PC combats many of the signs of aging, decreases frown lines, and raises naturally low or heavy brows.
During a brow lift procedure the doctor will generally make an incision across the top of the head from the front of one ear to the front of the other ear. The forehead and brows are elevated and excess skin and tissue is removed. The flap is then sutured behind the hair line to avoid visible scarring. Newer techniques now allow us to perform forehead lifting through small incisions in the scalp by using an endoscope (tiny camera) and specialized instruments. This accelerates the healing process. Complications during brow lift surgery are extremely rare.
We ensure our patients utmost safety by providing them with experienced professionals at all stages of their surgery. Dr. Rubinstein is certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic Surgery in New York and specializes in facial surgeries. At Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Specialists, PC, we want you to look and feel your best. Contact us and we will be happy to provide you with any additional brow lift information.
Browse our Browlift case studies to see before and after photographs which reveal what Browlift surgery has accomplished for Dr. Rubinstein's patients.
Post-Operative Information
Antibiotics may be prescribed for several days following your brow lift surgery. Sutures are generally removed within one week. Swelling and some bruising may occur, which should subside within a few weeks. Dr. Rubinstein will prescribe ice compresses and eye exercises to reduce swelling and regain mobility. You can proceed with your normal daily activities within 1-2 weeks. A final evaluation may occur within several months from the initial surgical procedure.
Insurance
While rare, there have been instances when insurance companies pay for part or all of the cost of brow lift surgery if the procedure is performed as a result of visual impairment. Because every insurance carrier is different, it is recommended that you check with your own insurance company to determine the level of coverage. An ophthalmologist or an optometrist must confirm and provide documentation of the visual field deficits for brow lift surgery.