As we get older, many of us develop wrinkles and skin laxity around the eyes and forehead. These changes tend to make us look older and disrupt the overall harmony of our facial features. If you’re looking for a way to rejuvenate your upper face, a couple of popular options are Botox and brow lift surgery. But which procedure is right for you? Here, we’ll take a closer look at each treatment so that you can make an informed decision.
Understanding Brow Lift Surgery
What is Brow Lift Surgery?
Brow lift surgery, also known as forehead lift surgery, is a cosmetic procedure that involves lifting and tightening the skin and muscles of the forehead and brow area. This procedure is designed to lift and shape the eyebrow arch, and reduce the appearance of creases and sagging skin around the eyes and forehead.
During the procedure, Dr. Weber makes incisions in the scalp and lifts the skin and underlying tissues while fixating them in a new, lifted position.
Benefits of Brow Lift Surgery
Brow lift surgery can offer a variety of benefits, including:
- A more youthful and refreshed appearance
- Improved self-confidence and self-esteem
- Long-lasting results
- Improved eyebrow symmetry
- Makes the eyes look more youthful and alert
- Improved facial harmony
Understanding Botox
What is Botox?
Botox is an injectable neuromodulator treatment that is used to temporarily reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines on your face. It consists of botulinum toxin type A, which is normally produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. When carefully injected into specific facial muscles, it works by blocking the signals that your nerves send to your muscles, which in turn reduces the muscle activity that causes wrinkles and fine lines.
Benefits of Botox
Botox is a popular treatment for several reasons, and it offers quite a few benefits. The most notable benefits of Botox injections include:
- Greatly reduces the appearance of dynamic wrinkles around the eyes and forehead
- Smoother, more youthful-looking facial skin
- Non-surgical, minimally invasive treatment requiring no incisions
- Quick and simple procedure
- Temporarily prevents new dynamic wrinkles from forming
- Improved self-confidence and self-esteem
- Versatile treatment
- Treats certain medical conditions, including excessive sweating and migraines
Comparing Brow Lift Surgery and Botox
When deciding whether a brow lift or Botox is the better choice for your needs, there are a few variables that you’ll want to consider:
Cost
Although the costs of these treatments can vary significantly, brow lift surgery is generally much more expensive than Botox treatment. The former is an invasive surgery requiring anesthesia and a surgical facility, while the latter is a quick, non-invasive treatment that can be performed right at our office. On average, a brow lift will cost up to ten thousand dollars, whereas Botox will cost several hundred per treatment.
Results
Brow lift surgery and Botox are both effective in reducing the appearance of wrinkles and lines on the forehead. However, brow lift surgery is a more permanent solution. Brow lift surgery can provide long-lasting results, with many patients seeing the effects remain for up to 10 years. Botox, on the other hand, typically lasts for just three to four months before the effects begin to fade.
Recovery
When considering these two procedures, it’s important to note that brow lift surgery is a more invasive procedure and requires a longer recovery time than Botox. Botox is a quick and easy treatment that requires no real recovery downtime, and you can get back to your daily activities immediately after the treatment. Brow lift surgery, on the other hand, requires one to two weeks of recovery time before you can return to your normal activities.
What Is the Takeaway?
Both Botox and brow lift surgery are effective treatments that can help you rejuvenate your forehead, eyebrows, and the rest of your upper face. Ultimately, you must decide which procedure better fits your needs and aesthetic preferences. Not only is Dr. Weber a highly skilled Facial Plastic Surgeon in Denver with over 15 years of experience, he is also a National Physician Trainer for the company that created Botox. He has trained over 100 Denver area injectors. When you sit down with Dr. Weber, he’ll discuss the treatments with you to help you determine the best course of action. Call today to start your Botox or browlift surgery journey!