Although it is a very safe operation, there are risks associated with any brow lift procedure. The main risks associated with the open approach are alopecia (hair loss), nerve damage, and overcorrection, meaning a surprised look. This technique also carries a higher risk of conspicuous scars. The risk of alopecia and nerve damage also exists with the endoscopic technique but is less common, in our opinion. It is difficult, but not impossible, to overcorrect an endoscopic brow lift because the surgical dissection is done in a deeper tissue plane.
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