For example, if your nose is noticeably off-center, or one of your eyebrows is significantly higher than the other, it is understandable that you may wish to correct the imperfection so you can feel more confident about your appearance.

A board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Ary Krau can help restore balance and harmony to your face. Read on as he describes some of the procedures he relies upon to add symmetry to the face.

Rhinoplasty

Rhinoplasty reshapes the nose to improve its attractiveness. Many cases of facial asymmetry are the result of a crooked, slanted or off-center nose. Rhinoplasty can center or straighten the nose as needed to enhance the appearance of the entire face.

Brow Lift

Brow lift elevates low or heavy eyebrows. When one eyebrow sits higher than the other, it throws off the balance of the face. Brow lift surgery can subtly reposition the lower brow, bringing it in line with the other to improve facial symmetry.

Alternatively, injecting small amounts of Botox into the forehead can offer some improvement for asymmetrical brows. The injectable temporarily relaxes the muscle that drags that brow down. Unlike brow lift, which produces permanent results, the effects of Botox are temporary and wear off after three to six months (on average).

Facial Fillers

Facial fillers are injectable products that add volume and shape to features of the face. If one cheek appears larger or fuller than the other, it can throw off the proportions of the entire face. Adding volume to one or both cheeks can even out asymmetry between the sides of the face.

Many fillers are made from hyaluronic acid, a naturally occurring substance that plumps the target area and makes the skin look youthful and supple. Depending on the specific filler, results can last a few months up to a year or more.

Eyelid Lift

Eyelid lift surgery tweaks the skin and fat of the eyelids to rejuvenate the eye area. If one eyelid appears droopier than the other, eyelid surgery can minimize the droopiness and gently lift that lid to bring both lids into alignment.

Discuss Your Options With Dr. Krau Today

Dr. Krau is widely known throughout Miami and beyond for drawing out the inherent attractiveness of his patients and boosting their self-confidence. To develop a treatment plan that addresses your specific needs, schedule a consultation with Dr. Krau today.

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Although Botox is a safe and effective treatment, it is not a perfect substitute for brow lift surgery. Take a moment to learn why from respected Miami plastic surgeon Ary Krau.

Understanding the “Botox Brow Lift”

Botox is a cosmetic injectable that temporarily relaxes certain muscles around the eyes. It is commonly used for its ability to smooth dynamic wrinkles, or wrinkles caused by repeated facial movements such as squinting or frowning.

In addition to its wrinkle-reducing capabilities, Botox can also be used to simulate the effects of a brow lift. In a “Botox Brow Lift,” Botox is injected into the muscles that pull the brows down. As these muscles weaken, this allows the forehead muscles to lift the brows up into a more pleasing position.

Botox can be injected into different muscles for different effects. For instance, it can be injected into the muscles right above the eye’s pupil to make the eyes appear wider and more awake. Or, Botox can be injected into other muscles in the forehead to lift the tail ends of the brows.

The effects of Botox injections are temporary and on average, last from three to six months. Repeat injections are required to maintain the results of Botox treatment.

Understanding Brow Lift

Brow lift improves the position of the eyebrows by tightening and lifting the skin and tissues of the forehead. The procedure can also improve the appearance of age-related forehead wrinkles and frown lines in between the eyebrows.

Brow lift can be performed several different ways through different incision patterns. Although the surgery requires recovery downtime and has an increased risk of complications, the results of brow lift are more dramatic and last for many years. Unlike Botox injections, patients only need to undergo the procedure once.

Which Approach Is Right for You?

There is no “one-size-fits-all” brow lift solution that works for everyone. The approach that is right for you depends on your age, unique facial anatomy, personal preferences and the degree of correction needed.

Board-certified plastic surgeon Ary Krau can assess your needs and goals and recommend whether Botox or brow lift is most likely to give you the results you desire.

To request a consultation with Dr. Krau, please contact our practice today.

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