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This website contains imagery that is only suitable for audiences 18+. Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks.
A brow lift is a surgical procedure that may be used to adjust the position of the brow and address forehead or brow tissue laxity in selected patients. It can be considered when brow position contributes to upper eyelid heaviness or facial balance concerns. A consultation is required to confirm suitability, discuss scarring, risks and alternatives.
A brow lift involves planned incisions (often within the hairline or natural creases) to reposition tissue. Technique selection depends on anatomy and goals. Scars are permanent and vary in visibility. Outcomes vary and depend on individual healing and tissue characteristics.
Potential benefits depend on anatomy, skin quality and the extent of treatment. They may include:
– Change in brow position and forehead contour in selected patients (results vary).
– In some cases, reduction of brow‑related heaviness over the upper eyelid region (requires assessment).
– Potential improvement in forehead skin laxity (within limits of tissue quality and healing).
Outcomes vary and symmetry cannot be guaranteed.
A suitable candidate is generally a healthy adult seeking assessment for upper‑face surgical options, with realistic expectations and willingness to follow pre‑ and post‑operative instructions.
You May Be a Good Candidate If
You may be a good candidate if you:
– You have brow position concerns that are not adequately addressed by non‑surgical options.
– You understand the need for scars and that scar quality varies.
– You can plan for recovery and follow‑up.
– You do not smoke or can cease nicotine as directed.
This procedure/treatment may not be appropriate if you:
– Uncontrolled medical conditions increasing risk.
– Inability to stop nicotine use when required.
– Expectation of a scar‑free or guaranteed outcome.
Technique selection is individual and based on your anatomy, goals and safety considerations. Options may include:
– Endoscopic brow lift (selected cases): smaller incisions within the hairline with tissue repositioning.
– Hairline or coronal approach (selected cases): incisions placed to allow broader access; scar location varies.
– Direct brow lift (selected cases): may be considered in specific clinical situations; scar trade‑offs are discussed.
Your clinician/surgeon will explain the recommended approach and expected trade‑offs during consultation.
Anesthesia
Often performed under general anaesthesia or sedation with local anaesthesia, depending on extent and patient factors.
You will receive individual instructions. Common requirements may include:
– Medication and supplement review, including anything that can increase bleeding risk (as advised).
– Nicotine cessation for the recommended period before and after treatment/surgery (if applicable).
– Planning time off work, transport, and at-home support (where relevant).
– Fasting instructions prior to anaesthesia (if applicable).
– Pre-operative assessments/tests as advised by your treating team.
Return to Work: often 1–2 weeks depending on bruising and role.
Return to Exercise: commonly restricted for ~4–6 weeks; timing varies.
Assessing outcome: swelling and settling can take months; scars mature over 6–12+ months.
The outcomes shown are only relevant for this patient and do not necessarily reflect the results other patients may experience, as results may vary due to many factors including the individual’s genetics, diet and exercise.
