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All plastic surgery procedures require some form of anesthesia, even if minimal. The minimal amount of anesthesia is referred to as local anesthesia, where ice, vibration, numbing cream, and/or local injection is used to numb the treated area. Only the treated area is numbed, and the patient remains awake, alert, and comfortable. Nonsurgical office treatments …

Nonsurgical brow or forehead procedures (using BOTOX® or Restylane®) are performed in the office with local anesthesia. Minor surgery (e.g., direct brow lift) is also normally performed with local anesthesia. Brow lift surgery may be performed with either IV (twilight) sedation or general anesthesia at accredited facilities with a licensed anesthetist. Patients are safe and …

Dr. Chaboki practices facial plastic surgery at several DC-area surgical facilities to accommodate his patients: Georgetown University Medical Center MedStar Surgery Center Minor procedures with local anesthesia are performed in the DC office. Surgical procedures with IV (twilight) sedation or general anesthesia are performed at accredited facilities with a board-certified anesthetist.

After brow lift surgery, you should look better than nature intended for the remainder of your life. The aging process continues, however, so wrinkles and sagging skin will reappear years after facial surgery. You can always expect to look better than if you had not had the procedure in the first place. Patients may consider …

The best brow lift surgeons tailor each surgery to the specific needs of each patient without any specific branded name. One brow lift surgery is not necessarily better than another. Be cautious when speaking to a branded or trademarked cosmetic surgeon. Keep in mind that safe and reliable brow lift surgery techniques are used by …

Brow lift surgery candidates generally have the following qualities, which may vary for each person: Good general health Over 18 years old Excess skin and/or fat of the eyes Droopy or sagging tissue As a facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Chaboki will tailor the brow lift surgery as appropriate for you. Brow lift surgery is customized …

Patients may start considering cosmetic brow lift surgery at a young age, for those who were born with excess skin or fat. Many patients start considering cosmetic brow lift surgery after age 40. There isn't an ideal age for brow lift. Dr. Chaboki evaluates an individual's anatomy (skin, muscle, fat, bone, etc.) and discusses the …

Nonsurgical alternatives to brow lift surgery include or Dysport® injections around the eyes and forehead to reduce wrinkles and improve brow position. Facial fillers (e.g., Restylane® or BELOTERO®) may reduce fine wrinkles and creases. Nonsurgical treatments last several months. For optimal outcomes in patients with significant excess or loose skin, brow lift surgery is required.

Education is the best method to reduce risks. Learning about the procedure and risks, including a discussion with your plastic surgeon helps promote safety. Follow your plastic surgeon's preoperative and postoperative care instructions. These care instructions are meant as a guide and do not replace specific instructions for you. Preparation reduces risks, both before surgery …