I’m 62, female, and I got an endoscopic brow lift five years ago

Question:
I’m 62, female, and I got an endoscopic brow lift five years ago. Now, my forehead has started drooping again. I thought for sure the surgery would last longer than this. I’d like to get it fixed, hopefully with longer lasting results this time. Is it possible for me to get a traditional brow lift, even after I’ve already had an endoscopic lift?

Answer:
I am sorry to hear that your brow has started to droop again following your brow lift only five years ago. I generally expect about 10 years of improvement following a brow lift using any approach, however. factors such as smoking and continued sun exposure can adversely affect the longevity of your brow lift results. I have frequently performed revision brow lift surgery often times in conjunction with revision facelift surgery. The approach that is used to revise a brow lift is not as important as the indications for the brow lift approach that is chosen or a thorough knowledge of the anatomy to insure a safe and attractive result. A prior endoscopic brow lift does not prevent your surgeon from performing an open brow lift if that is the surgical approach that will give you the best outcome.

Posted by Dr. Philip Schoenfeld