[Health Column] Horizontal wrinkles on the bridge of the nose and drooping eyelids, why do they occur together? The solution is 'forehead lift'! ✨

 

hello, Director Baek In-soo of Garnet Plastic Surgery no see.

 

Have you ever been worried about sagging upper eyelids, only to be flustered when you suddenly discovered deep horizontal wrinkles etched on the bridge of your nose?

 

They seem like concerns about completely different body parts, but in fact, these two are Descent of forehead tissue It is often a concern that originates from a single root.

 

Today, let's explore the root cause of that heavy expression and how to solve it together! 🫧

 

 

Why do drooping eyelids and wrinkles on the bridge of the nose always appear as a set? ?

🟢 This is because the forehead tissue, pulled down by gravity, causes the structure around the eyes to collapse.

 

Over time, facial tissues lose elasticity and gradually sag downward due to the influence of gravity.

 

In particular, when the forehead and eyebrows sag downward, the skin of the upper eyelids overlaps, eyelid drooping This appears.

 

The problem doesn't end here!

 

When our vision is obstructed by drooping eyelids, we unconsciously try to open our eyes wide. Repeatedly use the forehead and glabella muscles You will end up doing it.

 

In this process Horizontal wrinkles on the bridge of the nose It is about settling deeply.

 

💡 It is easier to understand if you think of it not simply as a problem with the eyelids, but as a 'chain reaction' starting from the forehead!

 

 

 

 

What exactly is the role of a forehead lift? ?

🟢 It restores sagging forehead and eyebrows to their original positions, improving the fundamental structure. .

 

Forehead lifting is not simply a surgery to pull the skin.

 

The goal is to restore balance to the upper face by entirely rearranging the tissue layers supporting the forehead and eyebrows.

 

• Natural improvement : When the eyebrows are raised, the overlapping eyelids naturally spread out. ✨

 

• Muscle tension relief : You no longer need to overuse your forehead muscles to open your eyes.

 

• Wrinkle reduction : As muscle overuse is reduced, you can expect the horizontal wrinkles on the bridge of the nose and between the eyebrows to soften.

 

 

What is the right forehead lift method for me? ?

🟢 The incision method varies depending on the individual forehead width and problem areas.

 

To achieve natural and long-lasting effects, you must move the muscles and soft tissues together, rather than simply tightening the skin.

 

🔹 Endoscopic forehead lift : We make only a small incision inside the scalp and use an endoscope to precisely dissect and fix the tissue.

 

🔹 Incisional forehead lift : It is a method of making an incision along the hairline or scalp to directly pull and fix the tissue.

 

🔹 Hairline correction combined : If you are concerned about a wide forehead, the hairline position is adjusted simultaneously with the forehead lift.

 

What changes can I expect after a forehead lift? ?

🟢 You can achieve not only distinct eyes but also an overall soft and bright impression.

 

✔️ Droopy eyebrows are lifted, making the heavy eye look refreshing.

 

✔️ The habit of tensing your forehead to open your eyes is corrected, and forehead wrinkles are alleviated. 📌

 

✔️ Reduced tension on the glabella and bridge of the nose improves horizontal wrinkles.

 

✔️ It has the effect of making the overall impression clearer and brighter.

 

⚠️ However, please keep in mind that the degree of improvement may vary depending on skin elasticity and individual structure!

 

 

Are there any precautions or side effects for a forehead lift? ?

🟢 As with all surgeries, changes during the recovery process and skilled diagnosis are essential. !

 

📍 recovery process : Swelling and bruising may persist for about 1 to 2 weeks after surgery.

 

📍 sensory change : The sensation in the forehead or scalp may be temporarily dulled, but in most cases, it recovers over time.

 

📍 Medical staff The importance of : Caution is required, as asymmetry or excessive elevation may occur if the medical team lacks surgical experience.

 

 

 

Thinking that "simply having eye surgery will solve everything" can be dangerous.

This is because if the cause lies in the forehead, eyelid surgery alone may not yield satisfactory results.

 

 

Who do you recommend a forehead lift to? ?

🟢 If you are having these concerns, a forehead lift can be an effective alternative!

 

✅ Suitable cases 

 

• Those whose eyelids and eyebrows have sagged simultaneously

 

• Those whose wrinkles deepen due to the habit of opening their eyes using their forehead muscles

 

• Those who repeatedly develop horizontal wrinkles on the bridge of the nose or between the eyebrows

 

• Those who are concerned about their eyes looking dull and their impression looking heavy

 

 

⚠️ Cases requiring caution 

 

• Cases where only the eyelid skin itself is stretched (upper blepharoplasty may be more suitable)

 

• Those with severe chronic diseases or hemorrhagic disorders

 

• Those with unrealistic expectations regarding the surgical outcome

 

 

FAQ

Q1. Does the horizontal wrinkle on the bridge of the nose definitely improve as well?

A1. Yes, in many cases, it improves!

 

The principle is that wrinkles are naturally alleviated as the habit of excessively tensing the muscles around the nose when opening the eyes disappears.

However, deep wrinkles may require additional care.

 

Q2. I'm worried that I'll have a lot of scars after the surgery.

A2. Most incisions are made inside the scalp or along the hairline, so they are not easily visible from the outside.

 

Although there are variations depending on individual constitution and care, the surgery is performed in a way that minimizes the burden of scarring.

 

 

Q3. Do the effects last a lifetime?

A3. Forehead lifting improves structural causes, so the effects last for a relatively long time.

 

However, since the aging process continues even after surgery, some changes may appear after a very long time.

 

 

 

Conclusion ✨

Forehead lift It is a surgery that goes beyond simple cosmetic purposes to harmoniously improve functional discomfort of the eyes and the overall impression.

 

Do not view drooping eyelids and wrinkles on the bridge of the nose as separate issues, Approach based on the entire upper facial structure Doing so can be a fundamental solution.

 

✨ Accurate diagnosis comes first. : It is important to distinguish whether the cause is the eyelids or the eyebrows.

 

✨ Selecting skilled medical staff : Consult with an expert who has a good understanding of facial anatomy.

 

✨ natural impression : It is better to plan within a range that suits you rather than being overly ambitious.

 

 

 

 

Garnet Plastic Surgery Clinic

Director Baek In-soo

 

Graduated from Korea University College of Medicine

Graduated from Korea University Graduate School (Major in Plastic Surgery)

Korea University Medical Center Resident

Plastic surgeon at the National Medical Center

(Former) Chief Director of Jewelry Plastic Surgery

Regular member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Regular member of the Korean Craniofacial Society

Regular member of the Facial Contouring Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Oculoplastic Surgery Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Rhinoplasty Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Anti-Aging Plastic Surgery Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons



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