Eyebrow Lift Vs. Thermage

Consumers clamor for youthful appearances, while physicians have been developing ways to restore aging skin for years. Eyebrow lifts (or forehead lifts) and Thermage are two popular procedures for ironing out the lines. Distinguish which option is tailored for you by having a consultation with a reputable professional.

Eyebrow lift procedure

Eyebrow lifts are invasive surgery

Excessive skin is removed with a full incision by a surgeon. Once an incision is made, the forehead skin is lifted and positioned to eliminate horizontal wrinkles, thus creating a smooth, youthful-looking surface.

Endoscopic eyebrow lift procedure

If age is on your side and lines are not deep, you may be a good candidate for an endoscopic eyebrow lift. This procedure entails less visible scarring as the surgery is not as invasive as the traditional eyebrow lift.

Eyebrow Lift Recovery and Risks

Individuals may experience pain and discomfort after surgery with either procedure. Normal daily activities can be resumed within a week. Complications from brow lift surgery are rare. However, as with any surgical procedure, there is a chance of infection.

Thermage procedure

Smooth out lines without surgery

Going under the knife is not the only way to diminish those lines. Thermage is a non-surgical option to renew collagen. It consists of a heating and cooling technique using radiofrequency.

Thermage results

The treatment stimulates the outer epidermis, the natural collagen in the dermis and the fatty layer of the subcutaneous tissue. Skin becomes firmer and tighter, with the appearance of forehead wrinkles minimized.

Thermage Recovery and Risks

Lines are diminished with one treatment and there is little or no downtime. However, redness or swelling can occur and in a minimal number of cases, skin surface irregularities have been know to occur.

Resources

• American Society of Plastic Surgeons
• Thermage
• American Academy of Dermatology