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Brow Lift for 24 year old female: Too Early?
I am a 24 year old female. I have very droopy eyebrows. Is it too early to get a browlift??
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eve
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It would be unusual for a 24 year old to benefit from a browlift
Hi Eve,
Without the benefit of seeing and examining your brow I cannot be certain, but I will still say the answer is probably, “yes, age 24 is too early to have a browlift.” While it is true that anatomy is more important than age in determining whether one will benefit from surgery, I would venture to guess that your anatomy would not justify the procedure. Although there are rare conditions that cause premature aging and there are genetic anatomic variations that result in a...
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Not necessarily
Greetings Eve,
If your anatomy is right, it is never too early to get a brow lift. The more important question is do you suffer from upper eyelid ptosis (droop of the eyelid itself), excess upper eyelid skin, or one of several congenital conditions which can cause a droopy eyebrow appearance. Consultation with a knowledgeable facial plastic or plastic surgeon or ophthalmologist would be a wise idea.
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The decision is based primarily on your anatomy
There is no absolute age minimum for facial cosmetic surgery, and a browlift may be appropriate if your anatomy requires the procedure for rejuvenation of the brows. That being said, I would recommend being very cautious and careful both with who you consult with as well as the ultimate decision to have a procedure. Visit with 2 or 3 Board Certified Plastic Surgeons in your area, and Dallas has many excellent ones-- they will be able to give you an honest impression of what they feel will...
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Anatomy is more important than age with a brow lift
Your anatomy is much more important than your age. In general, we see that patient's brows tend to drop with age. That being said, we all know people who are 30 years old and still look like they're 20 years old. So, you're not too young.
That being said, it's important for you to seek consultation with a well trained plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgeon who can personally examine you and discuss your individual situation. It's important for them to short term and long term...
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Englewood Plastic Surgeon
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Probably too young for a browlift
At age 24, the only reason you would need a browlift is if you just had a serious genetic inherited trait for low brows. While this might be the case, it certainly would be rare. It would be wise to consult with an American Board of Plastic Surgery certified surgeon who can do all the available treatments and help you determine which is right for you.
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Not necessarily
There are many reasons to have droopy eyebrows. The most common one that people think of is age related loss of skin elasticity causing brow descent from the effects of time and gravity. It could just as well be inherited facial appearance, or genetically weak forehead musculature. At your age, your skin quality should be good (ie: having good elastic properties), so possibly you may benefit from a chemical brow lift. If your facial muscular tone is good, and your forehead is relatively...
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Ideal age for a brow lift
Most people associate plastic surgery with turning back the clock, but in many cases, such as a majority of rhinoplasties, it is used to enhance your natural appearance. A congenitally droopy or heavy brow can be lifted at any age and may enhance your appearance nicely. Meet with a qualified oculoplastic or facial plastic surgeon and discuss what can be reasonably expected from a brow lift given your anatomy.
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Droopy Brows can be corrected by Brow Lifts even for younger patients
Droopy Brows can be corrected by Brow Lifts even for younger patients. Although 24 is rather young, if your examination indicated significant drooping (ptosis) then it is possible to lift your brows to a more ideal and youthful position. In my experience this is often a familial trait and mainly affects the lateral brow.
I do think it very wise that you have a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon or facial plastic surgeon and have complete informed consent....
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Brow lift at 24
I would doubt that you have a condition warranting a brow lift. You try Botox or having an aesthetician alter the shape of the brows but unless there is an anatomical reason for a true brow ptosis, surgery is probably not appropriate. Not every situation warrants an operation. You should see a board certified plastic surgeon to whom you can demonstrate the condition which upsets you.
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Brow lift for a 24 year old?
It would certainly be unusual to need a brow lift procedure as a 24 year old. Of course, all of us are made differently so it would be hard to tell without seeing photos of yourself. It is certainly possible that less invasive procedures might be effective in giving you the results you want.
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Browlift in the younger patient
Browlift surgery is done to reposition the brows if they are drooping or below the orbital ridge. This may occur due to aging or genetics so age is not really the only key factor in evaluating a patient for this procedure. Most patients who are good candidates for this procedure complain of looking tired, sad or angry. I typically perform this procedure using an endoscopic technique which allows the surgeon to elevate the brows without removing any skin and over elevating the forehead. The...
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Brow lift at 24 is appropriate if needed!
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If this is your anatomy,...
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Brow Ptosis at a Young Age - What to do?
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Too young for a browlift?
There are several indications for brow lifts. A heavy ptotic brow that "snowplows" the upper eyelid skin down onto the lid can occur at any age. This can often be improved with a brow lift, and you may be a candidate for the endoscopic approach.
I find I use endoscopic brow lifts more often in younger women with heavy upper lids. Since young women do not usually have deep transverse wrinkles running across their foreheads, of well formed from lines, some of the advantages...
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Browlift appropriate for any age
Brow lifting can be appropriate to correct a drooping brow in almost any age patient. Since the eyebrows form the frame of the eyes, a browlift can help open up the eyes and change a sad, tired look into a more well-rested, younger expression.
A brow lift can be performed through many approaches, including an endoscopic approach that minimizes operative time, incision length, and recovery. Discuss this option with your surgeon to see if it may be appropriate for you....
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Bellingham Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Brow lift at a young age
Cosmetic surgical procedures are most rewarding when performed on those who actually need them. With this being said, it is not unheard of for brow descent to occur at a young age. This may occur due to genetic factors and lifestyle factors including smoking, sun damage, poor nutrition, etc. Often aesthetic changes are the result of several factors. Whatever the case, a rough measure is to check your eyebrow position. Your eyebrow should sit at or above the...
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Brow Lift not dependent on age
It is not uncommon to see lax brows in young patients, and often such heavy brows seem to have appeared early in their parents. Women usually desire an arched eyebrow appearance, whereas men desire a more horizontally oriented configuration. Other young patients complain of looking "tired" or "angry" or having "small" or "flat" looking eyes - all conditions which have warranted a successful brow lift which will ultimately brighten the face and...
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Browlift and Age
There is no age limit for Browlift Surgery. There are people like yourself whose eyebrows are droopy because of their genetics, not because of age. In these cases, if you have realistic expectations and are in good health, you are a perfect candidate. However, you could also consider a Chemical Browlift. This technique uses Botox or Dysport placed just under the eyebrow to cause it to elevate. This is produces a very limited lift, but it...
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You decide when the time is right.
The eyes are the first areas of the face to show aging, and this will occur in different people at different times. Some people have a genetic predisposition to low brows, while others maintain a high brow for longer than expected. Whatever the age, the classic ideal brow position for a female is slightly above upper bone of the orbit, also called the superior orbital rim. In general, the timing of a browlift is not dependent on age. Fortunately, there are...
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Brow lift
There is no age for performing plastic surgery. It is rather unusual to be that young but if there is and indication due to the patient facial features this can be perform. I have done several patients in the twenties with great results.
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Is 24 years old to young for browlift?
From a surgical point of view, as long as you're in good health and have no contraindications for surgery your age is immaterial. At 24 and if you do not like the look of your brow (too low), the look can be changed. Just remember you are going after a particular look and there is nothing wrong with your brow. Just ask yourself, are you willing to have a surgical procedure to make this change in your appearance.
Hurricane Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Appropriate age for Browlift
There is, from a surgical perspective, no minimum age limit for a browlift. These procedures are designed for several applications, the most common being what you describe - ptotic (“droopy”) eyelids. Other indications being the improvement of forehead wrinkles, and the changing of the shape of the eyebrows to create a more feminine desired appearance. I have done these browlifts on women as young as 20 years old, assuming they had appropriate expectations and the right...
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Appropriate age for brow lift
Brow lifts are indicated in patients who have low, droopy brow position, and this usually occurs as part of the normal aging process. Most of the surgeries are performed in older patients, who are at least in their 30's or older. In person consultation with a plastic surgeon would be of great benefit to you, as well as exploring some alternatives, such as selective use of Botox to raise the brow.
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Brow lift surgery and age
I do believe that if your brows are too low, a brow lift can help you even if you are 24. That being said, something to understand anytime we do surgery is risk to reward. What does that mean? If you are choosing to do any procedure from a facelift to a browlift to botox recognize that there is a small risk of complications. Now if you have a complication and you are 24 years old, that may be different than being 55 and having a complication. I have treated two patients in my career that had...
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The right time for a browlift is... when your brows are too low!
You are "too young" for a browlift if your brows are already in good position. Similarly, you are "too old" if your overall health precludes cosmetic surgery.
If your appearance would benefit significantly from a browlift, and you are healthy, you are at the perfect age.
That being said, younger patients, or those with minimal brow droop, would do well to consider a "chemical browlift" with Botox, which improves brow position and wrinkles, and can help...
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Seeing younger and younger patients for brow lift
We see some genetic variations, where even young people have brow descent. They complain of feeling "heavy" in their brow and eyelids. Early on, BoTox and other non-invasive techniques can work, but failing that, an endoscopic brow lift is not unreasonable.
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24 is probably too young for a browlift but not totally out of the question.
I have been in practice 30 years and I don't recall ever doing a browlift on anyone less than 30 years old. Anything is possible and a browlift might benefit the occasional 24 year old. However, I would consult with a plastic surgeon to see if you are a legitimate candidate.
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Browlift doesn't have an age-minimum!!
Hello,
Thanks for your question. If you have hooding of the brows, then you are a candidate for a browlift. Here in Denver, with our intense sunshine, it seems as if every 35+ year-old could benefit from a browlift. You may want to try and see if Botox can lift the outer brow area a little to buy you some more time, but if that scares you then I would recommend that you see a board-certified plastic surgeon or ENT who specializes in facial surgery for an evaluation....
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Age for a BrowLift
Although there is no specific age requirement for a brow lift, it is certainly not a procedure commonly performed on a 24 year old patient. As others posters have noted, a physical examination and an aesthetic judgment can be made while seeing a Surgeon in person. If the indications are present and the request is deemed reasonable, the idea can be entertained.
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Appropriate age for a brow lift
Age is not the most important factor in determining whether the patient should have an eyebrow. The surgeon needs to carefully examine the patient's periorbital anatomy to determine what, if anything needs to be done. Having said that, I have performed endoscopic brow lift on a number of relatively young patients achieving a pleasing and natural result. Make sure your surgeon has significant experience and talent in this field to make correct determination for you, and...
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Age for Brow Lift Surgery
While there are no strict age guidelines for cosmetic facial surgery, brow lift surgery for younger patients to improve appearance is generally not recommended. Other cosmetic procedures for facial enhancement may be more appropriate for you, such as skin care, Botox, and chemical peels. With that in mind, certain anatomic characteristics might run in your family, which may be appropriately altered with cosmetic surgery. The eyebrow may be lifted or repositioned for a better appearance with...
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Perception is everything for Plastic Surgery
Although you may think you need a browlift, more likely is that you have heavy brows from your mom or dad. Although we never want age to be a factor, twenty four seems rather early for a procedure typically performed for patients in the middle to late forties.
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Brow lift in 20's
It depends. Many people at that age can benefit from non-surgical brow lift options such as Botox. If your eyebrows are very low and have room to elevate then surgery may be an option
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The right age for a brow lift
Brow lifts are a effective and popular way to contour the forehead. 24 seems a little young to undergo this procedure. Your best that is to be evaluated by a board-certified plastic surgeon who has a great deal of experience in brow lifts and facial surgery. Although many celebrities in our culture received facial surgery at a young age, it is best to avoid creating an artificial look that can make you look much older than you really are. If you have concerns about the position of the brow...
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Endoscopic browlifts are excellent options for younger patients
The decision to proceed with a browlift has more to do with your facial features than your age. If you have significant brow ptosis, 24 is not "too young" for the procedure. An endoscopic browlift would likely be your best option, as the scars would be small and hidden in you hair. Be sure to visit with multiple surgeons who are Board Certified by The American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstruction, The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, or The American Board...
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Browlift is not about Age
Eyebrow position and shape has a lot more to do with genetics than age. If you don't like where your eyebrows are today, than today is the time to consider changing things.
Most 24 year olds would like to avoid any scars that may show with various hair styles and swimming activities. This generally means endoscopic brow lift. This would, however, be at the expense of moving your hairline up. There are other options including a first row of hair incision...
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How young for a browlift
At 24, you have an inherited droopy brow and you may be a great candidate for a browlift - likely an endoscopic browlift. Your plastic surgeon can tell you if you will benefit from the procedure.
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Too young for a brow lift?
As with any cosmetic procedure, the time to consider having a browlift is when the appearance of your brow really bothers you. If you look in the mirror and you hate the look of your brow you might be a good candidate for a browlift. If you just feel like it would be nice to make it a little better, you're probably not ready for surgery. There is no particular age that would be too young nor too old. The time to have surgery is when it can give you the change you want safely with lasting...
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Too young for a browlift
Browlifting is performed for drooping eyebrows, forehead transverse lines, and glabella creases ("11" lines). It is unlikely that a 24 year old person has all this. If you do have problems with lines of animation, you may get improvement with Botox. It can also be used to elevate the brow.
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Anatomy, not age
While age is not an insignificant factor, it is the anatomy and the resultant desired look that will determine appropriateness of a procedure. Of course if you look at infants and toddlers, many of them have "droopy" brows but as an adult the analysis of the anatomy and the emotional reaction to your own look will point you in the correct surgical direction. Be sure it is the brow position that is the problem and not just the skin or fat below the brow that you are referring to.
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Not too Young
The decision on when to perform a brow lift is not based on age. Rather it is based on the anatomical situation, and your overall health. I had a blepharoplasty at age 32, and should have had it performed earlier. Frankly, it was one of the best things I ever did. You should discuss your concerns with your plastic surgeon.
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