Surgical Decision-Making and Technique for Direct Brow Lifting

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Published Mar 29, 2023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.18103/mra.v11i3.3685

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Joseph D. Walrath, MD
Woolfson Eye Institute

Abstract

Objective: To discuss indications for direct brow lifting, patient selection, aesthetic considerations, and the risks of surgery in the context of the author’s preferred technique. 


 


Design: Review of literature and description of surgical decision-making and technique.


 


Conclusions: Direct brow lifting is effective and in some instances is the preferred aesthetic procedure for brow lifting. With a careful, honest discussion about risks, benefits, and alternatives to direct brow lifting, patients generally have excellent surgical and aesthetic outcomes.

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WALRATH, Joseph D.. Surgical Decision-Making and Technique for Direct Brow Lifting. Medical Research Archives, [S.l.], v. 11, n. 3, mar. 2023. ISSN 2375-1924. Available at: <https://esmed.org/MRA/mra/article/view/3685>. Date accessed: 25 apr. 2024. doi: https://doi.org/10.18103/mra.v11i3.3685.
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Vol 11 No 3 (2023): March issue, Volume 11, Issue 3
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