Two main surgical techniques exist to raise a brow: open and endoscopic. The open technique consists of making an incision on the scalp or slightly behind the hairline to raise a forehead flap and remove the amount of tissue necessary to raise the brow to its desired height. This technique is better suited for patients with high foreheads and severely low brows. It is more invasive, has a more extended recovery period, and carries a higher risk of complications. On the other hand, the endoscopic approach is performed through micro-incisions in the hair-bearing scalp and uses cameras to dissect the necessary tissues. This approach should be employed in mild or moderate brow ptosis cases and patients with average or short foreheads. It is a minimally invasive operation with little risk of complications and boasts a fast recovery.
|