San Diego Browlift

As times passes, one of the most prominent signs of aging is a droopy brow, along with fine lines and wrinkles in the forehead. In order to achieve more youthful appearance, many individuals in La Jolla and San Diego areas opt to undergo browlift surgery. At Del Mar Plastic Surgery, Larry H. Pollack, M.D., F.A.C.S. performs this facial rejuvenating procedure. Patients who visit Dr. Pollack's practice may anticipate a caring and professional environment throughout their surgical experience.

Browlift Surgery in San Diego and La Jolla

A browlift is a popular procedure in San Diego for correcting heavy or low eyebrows that can create excess eyelid skin and pressure and, in many cases, affect vision.

Browlift Surgery Options

The classic browlift is done through an incision in the top of the scalp that goes from ear to ear. This allows access to the forehead and frown muscles, which are reduced to help with wrinkles. In addition it allows the brow to be pulled up and excess skin to be removed. At Del Mar Plastic Surgery, this procedure is reserved for patients with very heavy brows and thick skin.

Most patients benefit from the newer endoscopic browlift, which uses only a few small incisions in the scalp. An endoscope attached to a camera allows the surgeon to see the small muscles and treat them in a similar way to help reduce forehead lines and frown lines. The brows are then elevated, and instead of  removing the skin, it is suspended using small hooks under the skin, which hold the skin in place until it heals into the new position.

The browlift procedure results can create much younger looking eyes, making you look more awake and refreshed.

The healing time for the endoscopic browlift is much quicker, usually 5 to 7 days, and exercise can be resumed in 2 to 3 weeks. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, usually under general anesthesia.

Other Facial Rejuvenating Procedures

San Diego and La Jolla browlift patients who wish to achieve an overall facial rejuvenation often combine other face surgery procedures. The most commonly performed include facelift surgery ("rhytidectomy") and eyelid surgery ("blepharoplasty"). A facelift can help correct loose, sagging skin in the jawline, while eyelid surgery can be performed on the upper and/or lower eyelid. Excess skin in the upper eyelids can be removed and/or puffy bags under the eyes can be diminished.

Prospective San Diego cosmetic surgery patients may view examples of Dr. Pollack's results in before and after browlift photos. In addition, patient testimonials offer insight to the care provided at Del Mar Plastic Surgery.

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Professional

Dr. Pollack has more than 20 years of experience and is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). He is also a member of the California Society of Plastic Surgeons (CSPS).

La Jolla and San Diego area patients interested in browlift surgery can schedule a complimentary consultation with San Diego browlift specialist Dr. Pollack by calling (858) 450-9100 . For added convenience, a contact form is available.

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