Columbia Facelift Expert
The importance of appearance is reflected by the fact that millions of facial cosmetic surgeries, or
other non-surgical cosmetic procedures, are performed every year, and as our society grows increasingly
older, more and more people are turning to cosmetic treatments.
How will my plastic surgeon evaluate me for a facelift?
Most patients requesting evaluation for facelift feel that their facial features do not reflect their
youthful spirit and energy level. They are looking for ways to refresh and rejuvenate their appearance.
There are many different variations of the facelift procedure that smooth the skin of the face and neck,
tighten the underlying tissues and muscle, and remove excess skin. Ultimately, the facelift will allow you
to turn back the hands of time to better reflect your youthful spirit.
Am I a good candidate for forehead lift surgery?
A forehead lift is often performed to treat conditions associated with aging. It may be done in
conjunction with other cosmetic procedures to achieve a more harmonious facial appearance. A forehead lift
is also appropriate for treatment of certain inherited traits. Younger adults who have a low brow or who
already have deep frown lines due to stress or overactivity of muscles may benefit from the Forehead Lift
procedure.
Any one or combination of the following conditions may indicate that you are a good candidate for a
Forehead Lift:
- Sagging or low position of the eyebrows, creating a tired or sad appearance
- Deep horizontal creases across the forehead
- Frown lines, or furrows, between the eyebrows and sometimes across the top of the nose
The face usually portrays the first visible signs of aging. Gravity and changes in eyebrow shape and
position result in the brow area looking aged. Most patients requesting evaluation for a Forehead Lift or
Facelift feel that their facial features do not reflect their youthful spirit and energy level. They are
looking for ways to refresh and rejuvenate their appearance. There are many different variations of the
Forehead Lift procedure that improve the position and shape of the eyebrow and forehead areas. Ultimately,
the Brow Lift will allow you to turn back the hands of time to better reflect your youthful spirit.
How will my plastic surgeon evaluate me for a forehead lift?
During the pre-operative consultation, your surgeon will perform a history and physical examination.
During your physical examination, your facial bone structure, underlying skin structure, brow position,
eyelid and eye aesthetics, skin thickness, texture, and elasticity will be assessed.
This information will be used to formulate a surgical plan and the goals of the procedure will be
discussed. Generally, a Forehead Lift procedure is a very versatile procedure, and your surgeon will
explain the technique that he or she feels most comfortable with and that offers the lowest risk.
Your plastic surgeon will select the surgical technique that he or she feels will obtain the best outcome
for you based on your discussions regarding the outcome you wish to achieve.
How is a forehead lift performed?
The Forehead Lift procedure continues to evolve. Over the years, the procedure has changed from open
techniques to more complex short incision and endoscopic techniques. The Forehead Lift procedure usually
involves incisions in the hair-bearing scalp.
Occasionally, incisions may be performed in the forehead, and/or the upper eyelids. Once the incisions
are made, various degrees of undermining of the skin are performed, and the deeper layers of the forehead
are ‘lifted’. Muscles that depress the eyebrows may be disrupted. The skin and deeper layers are often then
‘fixed’ or attached to the bone. The results are a reversal of the effects of gravity and tightening of
soft tissues of the forehead to restore a more youthful contour to the upper face.
How is my plastic surgeon able to improve my frown lines and the position of my eyebrows?
In many instances, an incision is made across the top of the scalp, beginning above the ears and hidden
within the hair.
Sometimes, the incision may be placed at the front of the hairline or, in some cases, toward the middle
of the scalp.
The incision is designed to be inconspicuous when healed. Through the Forehead Lift incision, your plastic
surgeon can modify or remove parts of the muscles that cause wrinkling and frown lines, remove excess skin,
and lift your eyebrows to a more pleasing level.
Sometimes, if your main concern is frown lines between your eyebrows or across the top of your nose, a
limited endoscopic procedure to correct these problems can be done.
Exceptional Plastic Surgery In Columbia, SC
As a board-certified South Carolina plastic surgeon, Dr. C. Brett Carlin has been practicing
state-of-the-art cosmetic plastic surgery in Columbia since 1998. His practice is limited to aesthetic
surgery of the face, breast, and body.
By narrowing his practice in scope, he can offer his patients truly superior care and expertise. “Our
specialty encompasses a very broad spectrum. If you only do a few cases of a specific procedure each year,
you never really gain meaningful experience or expertise with it. It is hard to be proficient in all aspects
of plastic surgery. Find what you do well and become your best at it.”
About Dr. Carlin
