11 Weeks After Endoscopic Browlift, Why Do Close Friends Who Don't Know I've Had the Procedure Ask if I'm Sad?

Question

Apparently, I ended up going from looking normal before my brow lift to now having a sad look! Had neck lift and cheek lift at the same time. Now, there's a more vacant look to my eyes. Only close friends upon seeing me for the first time after my surgery have asked. No, they are not jealous of my new look and don't know each other. Why do my post brow lift eyes look sadder? What can be done to help me--how soon can I do it? Original surgeon just says you look wonderful when I tell him. Thanks!

A.J. Amadi, MD · Answer

If the inside part of your eyebrows [towards the nose] is higher than the outside part of your eyebrows, this could produce a "sad look". So if your medial brow was raised too much in comparison to the tail of your brow, this could be the reason for the sad look.

	Alternatively if the corners of your eyelids are brought downward, this could achieve a sad look as well. Did you also have eyelid surgery? This could be a contributing factor too.

Ronald Schuster, MD · Answer

The only thing I can think of is if the medial (inner) half of the brow was lifted higher than the outer half. If the brow tilts downward it might give you a sad appearance????

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

In general, the goal with a brow lift is to reduce a "sad" or "tired" appearance. You are still healing, but 11 weeks is enough time to get an idea of how the final result will look.  One of the most important things that should be present when having plastic surgery is good communication with your surgeon.  It is essential for achieving the best possible result and leaving you as happy as possible. I would recommend speaking with your surgeon and expressing your concerns.  If a revision or touch up is necessary and you are not satisfied with what your surgeon has to say, you may also want to seek a second opinion.  Thank you, and good luck.

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

A photo would be useful.  What you are describing is not usual.  Discuss with your surgeon and/or get second opinion.  Consider an oculoplastic surgeon.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Endoscopic forehead lift showing a sad look is not normal. Most patients are concerned that the brows are too high at this point. Have your doctor show you the pre and post op photos side by side and if you do not see a difference get a second opinion.

11 Weeks After Endoscopic Browlift, Why Do Close Friends Who Don't Know I've Had the Procedure Ask if I'm Sad?

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11 Weeks After Endoscopic Browlift, Why Do Close Friends Who Don't Know I've Had the Procedure Ask if I'm Sad?

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Answer: Brow surgery

Answer: Brow surgery

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Answer: Endoscopic forehead lift showing a sad look.

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