Brow Lift
As we age, signs of ageing form around the eyes. While some think a blepharoplasty procedure is needed it may actually be brow lift surgery that’s most helpful. Brow lift surgery is a procedure designed to lift the brow line and rejuvenate the upper eye area. Often brow lifts are combined with facelift surgery or other facial cosmetic procedures such as upper eyelid rejuvenation.
Brow lift surgery is a facial rejuvenation procedure designed to elevate the brow line and improve the appearance of the upper eye area. As part of the natural ageing process, the brows can gradually descend, which can lead to a more tired appearance around the eyes. In some cases, eyelid concerns may be related to brow position rather than excess eyelid skin.
What a brow lift is designed to address
A brow lift focuses on lifting and repositioning the brow to restore a more balanced and refreshed upper facial appearance. The procedure may help to:
- Elevate a low or drooping brow
- Reduce the appearance of forehead lines or furrows
- Improve heaviness over the upper eyelids
- Create a more open and rested eye area
The aim is subtle rejuvenation rather than dramatic change.
Brow lift compared to eyelid surgery
Some patients consider upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) when noticing heaviness around the eyes. However, if brow descent is the primary cause, a brow lift may be more effective.
During your consultation, the relationship between brow position, eyelid skin, and overall facial balance is assessed to determine whether a brow lift, eyelid surgery, or a combination of procedures would be best,
Combining brow lift with other facial procedures
Brow lift surgery is often performed alongside other facial rejuvenation procedures to achieve the best result. These may include:
- Upper eyelid surgery
- Facelift surgery
- Other facial contouring or rejuvenation techniques
Combining procedures is considered on an individual basis.
Surgical approach and planning
Brow lift surgery is performed by a plastic surgeon experienced in facial rejuvenation. The surgical technique used varies depending on the degree of brow descent, skin quality, and hairline position.
Scarring is planned to be as discreet as possible, and all aspects of the procedure – including risks, recovery, and expected results – are discussed in detail before surgery.
Consultation and assessment
A consultation provides time to discuss concerns about upper facial ageing and to assess whether brow lift surgery is right for you. A treatment plan is created around your goals and priorities, with a clear explanation of options and limitations.
The focus is on providing accurate, balanced information so you can make the best decision for yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Making the decision to undergo surgical procedures can be a difficult one, and there are many questions you may have. Please read the frequently asked questions below which may answer any queries or ease any concerns you may have.
This brow lift surgery procedure specifically lifts the upper eye area. Muscles below the surface of the skin can also be tightened up, if this is necessary. The goal is to address associated visual symptoms and to restore the tissues to their original positions.
Combining this procedure with anti-ageing treatments such as muscle-relaxing injections or dermal fillers may also be beneficial.
Surgery to rejuvenate the brow area is most frequently requested by patients over 45. Both male and female patients visit us to discuss brow lifting, although men more commonly request it. We insist on a one-to-one consultation to determine whether this is the most appropriate procedure for you.
A brow lift is a surgical procedure and will take place in hospital. You will meet your surgeon prior to undergoing this or any form of surgery. This is a popular type of facial rejuvenation surgery and takes around 1.5-2 hours, however, this can vary.
The surgeon makes small incisions above the eye or in the hairline before the brow skin is lifted to minimise frowning and drooping skin. The incisions are carefully closed before the patient is taken to recover, sometimes, though rarely, with an overnight stay.
There may be an overnight stay, and there will be some swelling and bruising, which is normal, and painkillers can help manage any discomfort.
You will be given aftercare information to follow at home, including when you’re expected to be able to return to work. On average, patients usually take around 4-6 weeks to recover but this varies from patient to patient.
Most of our patients say the results of their brow lift surgery are long-lasting. It can’t prevent the skin from ageing, but patients who have had a brow lift will likely look more youthful in this area for longer than someone of the same age who’s not had surgery.
At LASE Cosmetic in Newcastle, our plastic surgeons are all UK-trained, highly experienced, and hold the FRCS (Plast.) qualification. They are recognised on the specialist register for plastic surgery at the General Medical Council (GMC).
There are different types of brow lifts. Many can be done under local anaesthetic, but the more significant ones will often need a general anaesthetic.
Brow lifts are usually long-lasting but should not be considered permanent. Like any aesthetic surgery, time and ageing will slowly reduce the effectiveness of the result. Some brow lifts might last long enough that you would not need repeat surgery, but this should not be assumed to be the case.
We have both surgical and non-surgical solutions available if you are looking to rejuvenate the upper face and around the eyes. For more information and to confirm the current brow lift surgery cost, contact us, or book a consultation to discuss any type of facial rejuvenation surgery.
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