Choosing a Brow-Lift Surgeon
Essentially aimed at smoothing out frown lines on the forehead, a brow lift can help to lift drooping or hooded eyebrows, open up the eyes and smooth loose facial skin to produce a more youthful appearance. While a brow lift is an increasingly common cosmetic surgery procedure, finding an accomplished surgeon can be quite tricky.
Experts are constantly developing new brow lift techniques to maximise results while minimising scarring and downtime. It may also be the case that a surgical approach is not necessary to obtain a significant improvement. As such, it is essential to find an experienced, reputable cosmetic surgeon who will be able to identify the right treatment to deliver the required results.
We have provided the checklist below to help you make an informed decision and find an experienced, qualified brow lift surgeon.
1. Check the credentials of your practitioner
Look for a cosmetic surgeon who has held an NHS consultant’s position, who has a FRCS (plast) qualification and who is listed on the General Medical Council’s specialist register of Plastic Surgery. Do not be afraid to ask to see certificates.
2. Pick someone who specialises in your treatment
There are many different procedures for rejuvenating the forehead, including new advanced techniques such as the endoscopic brow lift which offers a speedier healing time. As such, it is advisable to find a surgeon who specialises in this treatment so that they can identify the procedure that is right for you. Brow lifts are often done in conjunction with a face lift or eye lift to create a more lasting effect, so find an aesthetic surgeon with experience in various types of facial surgery who can advise on multiple procedures.
3. Look for membership of professional organisations
There are several professional societies that are specific to cosmetic surgeons. BAPRAS and BAAPS are the most highly regarded and only permit the most skilled and experienced of surgeons to gain entry.
4. Ensure your consultation is with your practitioner
In some clinics, the first person to see a patient is a ‘counsellor’ or ‘advisor’, who will only be able to give you generic advice and is generally there in a sales role. When you are booking a consultation with your chosen clinic, make sure you ask to see the actual surgeon who will be operating on you.
5. Be comfortable
Make sure you are relaxed and have built up a good rapport with your surgeon. You should always feel that your concerns and questions are being addressed thoroughly. Make sure you’re satisfied with the answers you’ve been given before the consultation is over.
6. Ask to see before and after photographs
Feel free to ask to speak to previous brow lift patients for testimonials, or to see before and after images of patients your practitioner has treated. However, do remember that while before and after photographs can give you some insight into the surgeon’s ability, they cannot guarantee you the exact same result.
