When signs of aging affect both the upper and lower areas of your face, addressing only one concern may leave you feeling like your rejuvenation is incomplete. Perhaps your brows have begun to droop while loose skin and jowls have developed along your cheeks and jawline. In many cases, combining a brow lift with a facelift can create more balanced, comprehensive results.
At Foglietti Fostyk Plastic Surgery, Dr. Mark Foglietti and Dr. Alanna Foglietti Fostyk provide personalized facial rejuvenation plans while maintaining high standards of safety and patient care. Dr. Foglietti developed and trademarked the Foglietti Natural Vector Facelift Technique, an advanced approach designed to produce balanced, natural-looking facial rejuvenation.
How the Procedures Address Different Areas
Although a brow lift and facelift are both facial rejuvenation procedures, they target different regions.
A brow lift focuses on the top third of the face. It may:
- Elevate sagging or uneven eyebrows
- Reduce heaviness above the eyes
- Smooth forehead lines
- Create a more rested, approachable appearance
A facelift primarily addresses the middle and lower face. It can improve loose cheek tissue, jowls, deep facial folds, and reduced definition around the jawline. A facelift does not typically correct significant brow drooping, which is why combining the procedures may be beneficial.
Benefits of Combining Brow Lift and Facelift Surgery
Performing both procedures during one surgical plan can help create a smoother transition between the upper, middle, and lower face. Rather than rejuvenating one area while leaving another unchanged, the surgeon can consider the face as a whole.
Patients may also complete one period of anesthesia and combine portions of their recovery. However, undergoing multiple procedures may result in more swelling and require additional healing time than having one procedure alone.
Candidates for a Combined Procedure
You may be a candidate if you have noticeable brow descent along with sagging cheeks, jowls, or loose skin around the jawline. Candidates should generally be healthy, avoid smoking, and have realistic expectations.
A consultation is essential because not every patient requires both procedures. Your surgeon will examine your facial anatomy, skin quality, medical history, and goals before recommending the safest and most effective approach.
Restore Balanced Facial Rejuvenation With a Brow Lift and Facelift in Cleveland, OH
Combining a brow lift and facelift can refresh several areas of the face while preserving natural expression and facial harmony. Dr. Foglietti and Dr. Fostyk customize each surgical plan according to the patient’s anatomy and desired outcome. Call 216-292-6800 to schedule a consultation.
