What is an endoscopic brow lift?

How is an endoscopic browlift different than a traditional brow lift or forehead lift?

4 answers to “What is an endoscopic brow lift?”

A: Endoscopic browlifting

Louis M. DeJoseph, MD

Brow lift was traditionally performed with a coronal technique which meant an incision across the top of the head from ear to ear.  The forehead was undermined and pulled back, essentially raising the brows. This left many patients with some hair loss and some sensory loss in the scalp.  Endoscopic... more

A: Lateral Browlift, Less Invasive, Better Results than Endoscopic Browlift

Michael Law, MD

If there is a facial rejuvenation surgery that is over-recommended and often overdone these days, it is without question the browlift. Look no further than the celebrity photo magazines for pictures of stars who look like they have just sat down on a plate of tacks. The goal of aesthetic plastic surgery should... more

A: Browlift surgery was traditionally done with an incision...

Richard P. Rand, MD

Browlift surgery was traditionally done with an incision from ear to ear across the scalp. The forehead is lifted off the bone and the frown muscles are modified to weaken their function. The brow is lifted and the extra scalp is removed. This has worked well and still is the best procedure for certain... more

A: Listen as Dr. Sam P. Most describes the endoscopic brow...

Sam P. Most, MD

Listen as Dr. Sam P. Most describes the endoscopic brow lift and how it differs from the traditional or open brow lift surgical technique.

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