Endoscopic eyebrow lift, titanium screws

Question

I had an eyebrow lift on my right side for reconstructive purposes from a car accident. This is my 3rd eyebrow lift trying to raise it. This time the doctor put titanium screws, an endotine & sutures to keep it in place. He said the endotine will absorb but small screws are permanent. I believe they are titanium. Everything I read says they are usually removed after surgery. Is it okay that mine aren’t? Could there be any side effects or I have any problems from them staying in? I’m concerned.

Jeffrey Joseph, MD, FACS · Answer

If titanium screws are used for your browlifts, they need to be removed if they are percutaneous ( protruding thru the skin).  However, if they are under the skin, they are not removed.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Please discuss the details of your healing process and recovery instructions with your medical team and board certified facial plastic surgeon. It is very important that you have an open dialogue.
Best wishes,

Endoscopic eyebrow lift, titanium screws

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