Brow Lift

A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is a cosmetic surgery that lifts the brow and forehead area to reduce wrinkles and reposition sagging eyebrows.

A brow lift involves making small incisions, often within the hairline, to lift and reposition the skin of the forehead. Various techniques, such as the endoscopic brow lift or coronal brow lift, may be used based on individual needs. A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is performed by a skilled facial plastic surgeon to elevate the position of the eyebrows and achieve a more youthful appearance. The procedure typically involves making small incisions behind the hairline, either using a coronal approach (ear to ear across the scalp) or a temporal method. During the surgery, one of the incisions is made in the temporal area, lifting the forehead skin and repositioning the underlying tissues. Small incisions are made within the hairline to minimize visible scarring. Sutures are used to secure the lifted tissues in place, ensuring a natural and long-lasting result. This facial plastic and reconstructive surgery can be performed in the office under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the patient's preference and the extent of the procedure. Brow lift results typically include a smoother forehead, reduced appearance of wrinkles, and a more youthful facial appearance. While brow lifts are generally safe, there are possible complications, such as bruising, swelling, or temporary numbness. Your facial plastic surgeon will discuss these risks with you during your consultation and provide detailed post-operative care instructions to ensure a smooth recovery.

Yes, you can have an awake brow lift. Dr. Meegan Gruber, a renowned facial plastic surgeon, specializes in awake cosmetic plastic surgery. Dr. Gruber has successfully performed thousands of awake cosmetic surgeries, including brow lifts, with exceptional results. An awake brow lift allows patients to remain conscious and comfortable during the procedure using local anesthesia and mild sedation. This approach minimizes the risks associated with general anesthesia and typically results in a faster recovery time. Small incisions are made behind the hairline, and sutures are used to lift the forehead and reposition the eyebrows, all while you remain awake and relaxed.

What is the recovery time for a brow lift?

If you've observed a drooping appearance in your eyebrows or an increase in the prominence of forehead wrinkles, a brow lift procedure could potentially offer an ideal remedy.

Yes, a brow lift can be performed at the same time as other facial cosmetic procedures like blepharoplasty known as eyelid surgery or a facelift to achieve more comprehensive results.