[Traditional brow lift vs. endoscopic brow lift: Techniques and indications]

The forehead lift is designed to raise the eyebrows and reduce forehead wrinkles to rejuvenate the face. Since 1991, endoscopic surgery has revolutionized forehead lift techniques, bringing significant improvements in both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. This article aims to present the indications and techniques of fronto-temporal plastic surgery, detailing the frontal and temporal areas. The study includes operations using an endoscope, a light source, a video camera, and a monitor to transmit images. Subperiosteal and supraperiosteal incisions and dissections are performed, followed by temporal and frontal suspensions. The advantages of endoscopy include reduced scarring and a lower risk to hair follicles. The main disadvantages primarily concern the difficulty of muscle excision. Endoscopic forehead lift remains a preferred technique for long-lasting results, despite advancements in botulinum toxin. It offers precise and durable aesthetic corrections, justifying its importance in cosmetic surgery.