Effects and Recovery Period of Sub-Brow Lift Surgery [Pick by Jayjun Plastic Surgery's Director Kang Hyung-Joo]

 Effects and Recovery Period of Sub-Brow Lift Surgery

[Pick by Jayjun Plastic Surgery Director Kang Hyung-Joo]

Everyone ages, and as a result, the aging process becomes directly apparent on the face. In the case of the eye area, which has thinner and more sensitive skin than other parts, wrinkles are easily formed, eyelids sag, looking stuffy, and the sagging of the eyelids often obstructs the view, changing the impression. Furthermore, because sagging eyes obstruct the view, requiring artificially opening the eyes, wrinkles naturally form on the forehead, giving an older image, and many people express stress over this.

Therefore, to effectively improve such sagging eyelids, more and more people are looking into Sub-Brow Lift Surgery recently. So in this post, Jayjun Plastic Surgery's Chief Surgeon Kang Hyung-Joo in Korea will explain in detail about the effects and recovery period of Sub-Brow Lift Surgery.

What is Sub-Brow Lift Surgery?

Sub-Brow Lift Surgery is a surgical method that involves incising below the eyebrows and pulling the skin, allowing for simultaneous correction of the skin and eyebrows, effectively improving tired-looking impressions and sagging eyelids. It is a suitable surgical method for those who want to lift only the sagging eyelids while keeping the existing double eyelid line intact. The surgery is performed by designing an elliptical area of the skin to be excised along the lower boundary of the eyebrows, measuring the sagging area of the eyelids, and then excising the skin accordingly; if necessary, part of the muscle may also be excised, and the muscle is fixed to the periosteum of the forehead to prevent the eyebrows from dropping.

Some people sometimes confuse Sub-Brow Lift Surgery with Forehead Lift. Sub-Brow Lift Surgery is a method to address the sagging part of the eyelids below the eyebrows, while Forehead Lift is a method that can improve not only the eyelids and eyebrows but also the sagging of the forehead. In other words, in the case of Forehead Lift, it can be seen as a surgery that accesses from the hairline and scalp downwards to improve the sagging of the eyes more extensively, so if the space between the eyes and eyebrows is close or if the sagging of the forehead has progressed significantly, Forehead Lift might be a better solution than Sub-Brow Lift Surgery. Sub-Brow Lift Surgery effect: This procedure is suitable for those who have double eyelid lines that are hidden by skin, allowing for a quicker recovery period and a more natural eye shape improvement rather than undergoing double eyelid surgery again. By removing excess fat and skin from the drooping eyelids, the eyes become clearer, the impression around the eyes brightens, and sagging improves, broadening the field of vision, among other positive effects.

Sub-Brow Lift Surgery recovery period: Sub-Brow Lift Surgery is a relatively quick recovery surgery, and stitches can be removed in about a week. Swelling or bruising is minimal, and while individual conditions vary, most people can resume daily life within 23 weeks. For those who don't usually swell or bruise, scars may be visible at the incision site, but even after only removing the stitches, makeup can somewhat conceal the scars, allowing most people to carry on with daily life without any hindrance. Swelling or pain can continue for 4 to 5 days in severe cases, but it usually subsides in about 2 to 3 days. However, scars may appear red and stitched for a month or two, and there's a possibility of discoloration, so postoperative care such as sun care (UV protection) is recommended.

When is it good to have Sub-Brow Lift Surgery?

It's good to have the procedure before the eyelids sag too much. As the eyelids sag, the wrinkles around the eyes may become deeper, and the incision line may have to be extended outward.

If Sub-Brow Lift Surgery is performed when the eyelids are significantly sagged, the incision may extend outward from the eyebrow, and this may lead to scars not being covered by the eyebrows, so it's effective to have the surgery before sagging too much.

On the other hand, if the eyelids are heavily sagged, combining with upper blepharoplasty or Forehead Lift can also be a method to derive satisfactory results.

Up until now, Director Kang Hyung-Joo of Jayjun Plastic Surgery in Korea has provided detailed information about the effects and recovery period of Sub-Brow Lift Surgery. Sub-Brow Lift Surgery is not only for lifting sagging eyelids and eyebrows, but also for improving presbyopia and functional improvements, so it's crucial to carefully decide on an appropriate surgical method and design according to these considerations.

To achieve satisfactory results, it is advisable to receive appropriate solutions through thorough consultation with medical professionals who have rich anatomical knowledge about the eye and extensive experience.

Therefore, if you are concerned about sagging eyelids, it is recommended to start with a detailed consultation with experienced medical professionals.