How is a Temporal Brow Lift Different from Other Lift Methods?

A temporal brow lift involves only lifting the outer 1/3 or corners of the brow, without affecting the central portion of the brow. In some patients, lifting the outer brow is all that is needed either due to lateral brow position, shape, or the contour of the soft tissues around the outer part of the eye and upper eyelid area. The advantage of such a procedure would be the speedier recovery and decreased overall bruising, swelling, risk, etc. The disadvantage would be that it does not address the central part of the brow, which is often needed.All the best,

lift templesThank you for your question.  The temporal lift  is recommended with the idea to lift the brow laterally  to labiate the hooding of the eyelid.

Facial aging can have a significant
impact upon the brow and forehead regions.  It’s not unusual to see a wide range of anatomic variations
in response to facial aging.  For
these reasons there are multiple surgical procedures designed to elevate the
brow.

Most browlift procedures are
designed to lift the entire brow in an upward direction.  This can be done with an open technique
which involves making an incision across the top the head or an endoscopic
approach through small incisions.

Another option is the lateral
browlift. This procedure does not elevate the entire brow but instead only
elevates the lateral half of the brow. 
The technique involves making bilateral temporal incisions and raising
the lateral brow in an upward direction.

The lateral browlift is utilized
when the lateral half of the brow needs elevation, but the central brow
doesn’t.  The procedure is an
excellent tool for shaping the eye brow as well.

Lateral brow lifts don’t elevate
the hairline.  They are associated
with lower complication rates and less down time.

The lateral browlift is an
excellent option for treating patients with isolated lateral brow descent.  In this group, results are excellent
with rapid recoveries and minimal complication rates.

Temporal brow lifts are a limited lift for the outer third of the brows.  They can be performed under local anesthesia.  The incision for the temporal brow lift is not always as hidden as desirable

A temporal brow lift is a lift of the outer portion of the brow.  It can be done in conjunction with an endoscopic brow lift or as  stand alone procedure.  In some patients, the lateral lift is all you need.  There is less down time and patients really like the results.  Good luck!