Eyelid and Eyebrow Lifts San Francisco

The eyelids are generally the first area of your face to age, since the eyelid skin is the thinnest on the body. (Blepharoplasty) removes the extra skin and fat from the eyelids resulting in a younger, more alert appearance. There are many different techniques used for Blepharoplasty. Many of these eyelid lift techniques are done through the inside of the eyelids (the transconjunctival approach) resulting in a “scarless procedure”– since there are no visible incisions.

In addition to the eyelids themselves, eyelid procedures can often improve the appearance of the adjacent cheek, helping to eliminate the hollow areas under the eyelid (the tear trough area, including the arcus marginalis release procedure).

I will help you select the blepharoplasty technique designed to create the most natural, long- lasting result with the most rapid recovery for you.

Eyelid surgery is characterized by a generally quick, relatively painless recovery. The recovery from most eyelid surgery takes approximately one week and most patients are able to drive, read, or work on the computer within a few days.

Eyebrow Lifts

Many people will also develop a droop to their eyebrows, usually beginning in their mid-40s. This falling of the eyebrows is often more evident on the sides of the eyebrow where the arch of the eyebrow first flattens and then becomes droopy.

Browlift in San Francisco (Eyebrow Surgery, Browlift) is an effective way to restore the normal shape to the eyebrows, lifting them and, if you desire, improving forehead wrinkles. There are several techniques available for browlift surgery. Which technique is recommended depends on how far the brows have fallen, your hair growth and your forehead shape. Several of the more common techniques include the lateral hairline browlift (very popular because it is the best one to remove forehead wrinkles), the endoscopic browlift and, for selected patients the coronal browlift. Each of these techniques have a very quick recovery period and a rested, natural appearance after surgery. During your consultation, I will help you to select the browlift procedure which is best for you given your anatomy and your goals.

Fortunately, all browlift techniques are similar in having little to no discomfort after surgery and a full recovery in a few weeks or less.