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Dr George is the consummate professional. He took time to explain all the options and supported me in making the right choice for me, both on the phone while I was still in the UK and in his office when I arrived in Athens. The procedure went exactly as he had described, his aftercare was fantastic and the end results are much better than I expected. I have no hesitation in recommending him.

Rachel

I received excellent treatment and advice. The care and sensitive pre, operative and post surgical procedures were dealt with professionally and sensitively,

I have no hesitation in recommending George for cosmetic surgery. I plan to return for further work.

Lynne

George,
The 30 minutes it took you to perform a PRP treatment on my face, neck and decollage has reduced my visual age by at least 15 years. The results are phenomenal.
The added feature of your treatment is that the results gradually increase so it is not obvious to people that I have had work done. It was so worth the trip to Greece to have the pleasure of meeting a true professional and spending time in your beautiful city.
Will I be returning for further treatments with you? Absolutely, as I would not trust any other Plastic Surgeon in the world.
Thank you is such a small word for the huge results you have given me George.

Jo

We did some rearch and found that George was the highest qualified and recommend P.S. in Greece. From our first meeting with George we were so impressed and his hospitality, experience and professionalism that all our concerns and fears were quickly dissipated.
The following day the surgery went like clockwork and George's post op care, my comfort and wellbeing was of the highest level.
George continually rang and checked up daily to ensure my continued recovery was progressing to his expectations.
Georges' expertise was exemplary and my level of discomfort and pain was so minimal that even I was amazed. 3 months on and nobody I know, can even detect any scaring whatsoever. I would not even give a second thought to approaching any other P.S. in Australia or overseas other than George and I defy anybody to find a more professional and highly trained P.S. anywhere else in the world. This man is amazing and should be a Professor at Uni teaching others how it should be done.
Procedure performed was a face lift.

Herman

Pleasantly surprised with the results!
The price was exactly what I was quoted and he ended up having to do more work than he expected. He was fantastic through out the whole process pre and post treatment. Answered all my questions and was very considerate through out, himself and the team made sure they did the best they could to make me at ease. I am pleasantly surprised with the results I have now and it's only day 3!

Samantha

I would unreservedly recommend Constantine for his dental work. Professional, careful and quick. He arranged things around our travel schedule, came in over the weekend to check progress and generally just made things happen...

Steve

Very fast, very professional, very supportive, very friendly.

Sabina

I was highly impressed. He was kind, professional and very explanatory.

Nurah

Dear George,
I wanted to say thank you as I feel and look great. You just would not believe how different I 
feel about myself and my friends have commented on how much more confident I am.
I'm not sure how having new breasts has turned me into this completely
 different woman but I am really glad I had it done. My only regret is 
that I didn't have it done earlier!

Nicky

I was very pleased with all aspects of my treatment. I was especially impressed by the Consulant Surgeon who diagnosed my condition and performed the surgery. The information I was given was fully explained and after care was beyond any expectations. The price was exactly the amount quoted and this was an extremely economic amount. Thank you for recommending this organization.

Marian

Hi George,
Just to let you know that we are both back safe and sound. We had a brilliant trip and we can't thank you enough for all that you have done for us and making us feel that we could have called on you at any point. It was nice that as we were both away from home and going through such an experiance without anyone from back home, that we always had a familiar face to help...We will forever be in your debt!
Again....THANK YOU VERY MUCH! and i hope that our paths will cross again soon..
p.s....my husband thinks that you are a wonderful man!!!!!! (i will say no more!)

LNW

My treatment went very well thanks to a highly skilled and a sympathetic practitioner.

Kerin

Hello George,
I came out with XX last year for a boob job- which we both have been very happy with.
One of my collegues in interested in having an abdominoplasty and breast augmentation at the same time. Would this be possible and if so she would like to come out at the end of the year, maybe in November!
I would also like to come out for further surgery myself!

JK

My treatments were great and the end results are phenomenal. Dr. V is thorough, extremely conscientious, and kind. His office is immaculate. I have been to many dentists in the US and other countries but his work is superior to any I have received.

Jeanne

Dear Dr. Zambacos,
I would like to sincerely thank you for my ear operation. I am very pleased with the result and can not stop looking at my new and incredibly aerodynamic ears.

IS

Excellent service

Gregory

It went much better than I thought and I am very satisfied with the results. Definitely I will visit this clinic in the future again and I recommend it.

Evgenia

Hi George,
Thanking you for a great Botox treatment. It looks great.
Next time I am in Greece, which should be New Years, I will come to see you again and perhaps I will be brave enough to take the other treatment that lifts the whole face.
Thanking you again.

AH

Dr. Zambacos,
I just want to thank you and your staff for the professional treatment that I received while in Greece. After six months I am happy with the results. I no longer have the "Kangaroo Pouch" after my procedure and of course with the help or exercise and diet. I still have a ways to go to look like Janet Jackson, but I can wear my bikini this summer LOL!
I have attached a photo to show the wonderful work that you did.
Again, thank you!

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Cosmetic, Plastic and Dental Surgery

Forehead lift (Browlift)

The effects of ageing are inevitable, and often, the brow and forehead area show the first signs. Sun, wind and the pull of gravity all affect the face, resulting in frown lines, horizontal creases across the forehead and increasing heaviness of the eyebrows, creating a sad or tired appearance.

Summary

Anesthesia
General anesthesia

Hospital stay
Day case or 1 night stay

Return to work
7-10 days

Full recovery
4-6 weeks

Brow Lift

What is a forehead or brow lift?

A forehead lift or browlift is a procedure that restores a more youthful, refreshed look to the area above the eyes. The procedure corrects drooping brows and improves the horizontal lines and furrows. It can be performed alone or more commonly in conjunction with other procedures, such as a facelift or a blepharoplasty, to achieve a more harmonious facial appearance.

Am I suitable for a forehead lift?

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A forehead lift is most commonly performed in the 40-60 age range to improve the visible effects of ageing in the upper third of the face. It can however help people of any age who have developed furrows or frown lines, or low, heavy brows. To see what a forehead lift can do for your face, put your hands above your brows and outside the edges of your eyes and gently raise the skin upwards.

How is a forehead lift performed?

There is a number is surgical approaches to a forehead lift and each one is suited for a particular type of problem. Most of the procedures are performed under a general anaesthetic but local anaesthetic with sedation can also be used. The three main types of procedures are:

  • the classic or open forehead lift,
  • the minimal access forehead lift, and
  • the endoscopic forehead lift.

The main difference between the various options for forehead lifting consists of the placement and size of the incision or incisions, and the amount of correction they can achieve.

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In the classic or open forehead lift an incision is made across the top of the scalp, beginning above the ears and hidden within the hair. Through this incision the muscles that cause wrinkling and frown lines are modified, the excess skin is removed and the eyebrows are lifted to a more pleasing level, creating a smoother, more youthful appearance. The incision is then closed with stitches or clips.

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In the minimal access forehead lift, one small incision (4cm) is placed on each side, laterally in the temporal area, within or at the hair line. Through these two incisions the muscles can be modified and the brows lifted to the desired position, but only a small amount of skin can be removed. Internal suspension sutures can also be used to help maintain the result.

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In the endoscopic forehead lift 3-4 one cm incisions are placed inside the hair line. An endoscope (a pencil like camera connected to a monitor) is then inserted through one of the incisions allowing the us to see and work in the various internal structures of the forehead. The endoscopic technique has the advantage of requiring very minimal incisions, but it cannot achieve dramatic results.

 

What can I expect after the operation?

The immediate post-operative experience for a patient who has had a classic open forehead lift may differ significantly from a patient who had a minimal incision or an endoscopic procedure. The procedures take 1-2 hours and as already mentioned, are usually performed under a general anaesthetic. An overnight stay at the hospital is usually advised, although not necessary.

Following an open forehead lift you will experience a certain amount of swelling and bruising that may involve the eyelid and cheek areas as well. It helps to keep your head elevated for two to three days, to keep the swelling down. Cold compresses may further reduce this swelling. You will initially experience some numbness and temporary discomfort around the incision, which can be easily controlled with medications. As the nerves heal, the numbness may be replaced by itching, and it takes several months for these feelings to fully disappear. Stitches or clips are usually removed in a week’s time.

With less invasive types of forehead lift both bruising and swelling are much more limited and the post-operative experience is much more subtle.

When can I resume my normal activities?

It is important to realise that the amount of time it takes for recovery varies greatly among individuals, depending on the extend of the procedure. You may shower and wash your hair after a day or two and you can wear make-up after three days. You should avoid straining, bending and lifting during the early post-operative period. You should however be able to resume most of your normal activities within 7-10 days. Strenuous activities and exercise should be avoided for several weeks. You should temporarily avoid exposure to direct sunlight, and for the long term, be conscientious about the use of a sunblock to protect your skin.

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