The extended brow lift: the toucan technique

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Oculoplastic Surgery
• Facial Rejuvenation

Background:

• Brow ptosis is a common aging-related concern affecting the upper face.
• Existing surgical methods for brow ptosis include various skin excisions and endoscopic approaches.
• These methods may have limitations in addressing surrounding areas or scar visibility.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce a novel surgical technique for correcting brow ptosis.
• To evaluate the efficacy of this technique in treating associated facial aging signs.
• To present a method that offers improved aesthetic outcomes with minimal scarring.

Main Methods:

• The study describes a new procedure termed "The Toucan Technique."
• This technique involves a forehead-temporal subcutaneous flap combined with muscular relocation.
• The method is designed to treat brow ptosis, temporal ptosis, eyelid ptosis, and crow's feet.

Main Results:

• The Toucan Technique effectively addresses brow ptosis and related aging concerns.
• It improves upper and lower lateral eyelid ptosis and can correct scleral show or ectropion.
• The procedure preserves the sideburn and temporal hairline, yielding high-quality, minimally visible scars.

Conclusions:

• The Toucan Technique offers a comprehensive solution for upper facial aging, including brow ptosis.
• It provides significant aesthetic improvement with superior scar quality and reduced surgical evidence.
• This method represents an advancement in the surgical management of brow and periorbital aging.