Eyebrow lift is one of the most effective rejuvenating procedures in facial plastic surgery. Lifting the aging soft structures around the eye socket yields both cosmetic and, in some cases, therapeutic effects. Regardless of the indications, preoperative assessment of the patient should be based on a thorough interview, establishing the patient’s expectations, determining the achievable outcome of the procedure, and anticipating potential complications. During the physical examination, it is crucial to identify relevant anatomical structures, assess facial symmetry, scope, and the technique of the procedure. Often, patients opt for combining direct eyebrow lift with eyelid surgery, significantly enhancing the overall result. The primary complication of direct eyebrow lifting is a visible scar, which may be a contraindication for individuals prone to keloid formation and those with a brow deficit. The aim of this study is to define the indications, diagnostics, and describe the surgical techniques used in eyebrow lift procedures.
The study presents early results of the surgical treatment of patients with fixed upper eyelid retraction exceeding 1 mm as a complication of Graves’ disease, trauma, or high myopia. 10 patients (8 women and 2 men), with an average age of 45, participated in the study. A total of 17 upper eyelids were operated on using the full-thickness blepharotomy method. According to the EUGOGO scale for the surgery 2 patients had mild retraction, 7 – moderate retraction, and 1 – severe retraction. The procedures were performed under local anesthesia, following current knowledge and described operative techniques. Each operated patient achieved both aesthetic and functional improvement compared to the baseline. The results were evaluated based on the reduction of the upper eyelid relative to the corneal limbus, reaching a level covering the corneal limbus. The average satisfaction score obtained was 8 points in 0–10-point scale. Blepharotomy is an effective therapeutic procedure for upper eyelid retraction, reducing eye exposure symptoms and restoring a normal appearance of the eyelids. The procedure has rare serious side effects, and patients are content with the results.
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