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When the elasticity of the forehead decreases,
it can create aesthetic issues such as giving the impression of an angry expression,
and functional issues such as headaches caused
by lifting the forehead to compensate for heaviness around the eyes.
Forehead sagging occurs due to reduced collagen
and the resulting loss of elasticity.
Since this area is located directly above the eyes,
sagging can also cause the eyebrows and eyelids to droop.
In severe cases, this can make it difficult to secure proper vision,
which leads many people to consider forehead lift surgery.
However, some individuals hesitate
because they are concerned about swelling and pain after the procedure.
A forehead lift is not simply a surgery that smooths forehead wrinkles.
It is a lifting procedure that restores facial balance
by adjusting the position of the eyebrows, forehead, and eye area at the same time.
This procedure is especially helpful for people whose drooping eyebrows make their eyes look heavy,
those who frequently develop deep forehead wrinkles, individuals
with reduced skin elasticity leading to forehead sagging,
and those who tend to appear tired or irritated due to a combination of eyebrow droop and frown lines.
The forehead occupies a large portion of the upper face,
and because it influences both appearance
and function depending on facial expressions,
it is worth considering a forehead lift if these discomforts persist.
A forehead lift elevates the forehead upward and improves
not only forehead wrinkles but also crow’s feet and glabellar lines.
Using an endoscope, the procedure involves minimal incisions
and can create a more refined and defined appearance
by reducing the distance between the eyebrows and the eyes.
Although it is commonly performed on middle-aged
and older individuals, it can also be an option for younger people
whose narrow eye to eyebrow distance makes
double eyelid surgery difficult, as well as for those with ptosis.
To determine whether the surgery is suitable,
it is important to assess how your facial expressions naturally move
and what specifically causes your forehead wrinkles.
Endoscopic forehead lift surgery is a precise technique
that minimizes scarring while improving eyebrow drooping,
forehead wrinkles, and glabellar lines.
The procedure includes several steps:
*preoperative design and analysis of facial proportions
and muscle movement, anesthesia and preparation,
*making three to five small incisions inside the scalp behind the hairline,
*inserting an endoscopic camera
and fine surgical instruments, dissecting tissue toward the glabella,
*lifting and fixing the skin and fascial layers,
and finally suturing the incisions and applying a compressive dressing.
The incisions are hidden within the hair, so they are not noticeable.
An important part of the procedure is the accurate dissection of the fascial layer,
also known as the SMAS, and the loosened ligaments that support the tissues,
followed by secure fixation in the ideal position.
Just like reinforcing the foundation of a building,
precision is essential for achieving stable and long-lasting results.
At Luho Plastic Surgery Clinic, we use Endotine, a fixation device approved
in 24 countries including certification by the Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Endotine reduces scalp tension compared to traditional screw or suture methods
and is absorbed into the body after six months,
providing a broad and balanced fixing effect.
A forehead lift is more than smoothing wrinkles.
It is a procedure that restores facial harmony that has been altered by aging,
and therefore requires thoughtful consideration. With the right medical professional,
you can achieve a brighter and more confident appearance.
