Forehead Lift VS. Botox®: How to Decide Which One is Right For You

Saturday, June 30th, 2018

As a patient, it can sometimes feel overwhelming to look at all of the cosmetic procedures that are available to you. However, here at the Center For Plastic Surgery, we make it our goal to make sure that all of our patients feel confident and informed each and every time they are seen. Two procedures that some of our patients have a hard time choosing between are either a forehead lift or Botox. So, what are the differences and how can you decide which one is right for you?

Botox

If you suffer from fine lines and wrinkles across your forehead and around your eyes— welcome to the aging club. Botox can correct these and also elevate the brow as long as the tissues can be held up against gravity. Because of this, Botox has remained one of the most popular non-invasive procedures amongst patients desiring to rejuvenate the brow and peri-orbital area because it is fast, safe, and frequently very effective. Also, because it’s non-invasive, you don’t have to worry about recovery time. The major drawback is that it only lasts an average of 3-6 months and there are some patients that are just not candidates.

Forehead Lift

If you are looking for something that’s a little more permanent than Botox, then a surgical procedure like a forehead lift may be right for you. It is also indicated if the brow is so lax that the forehead muscles cannot elevate it once the muscles pulling it down are eliminated.

When it really comes to choosing between something non-invasive like Botox and something surgical like a forehead lift, it comes down to the type of procedure you want and the results you desire. During your initial consultation, we will help determine which one of these procedures (or even another procedure) is going to give you the best results possible to meet your needs.

Are you ready to learn more about these and other procedures? Schedule your consultation at our Highlands office today by calling (828) 526-3783.