Forehead Lift
A forehead lift (also called a brow lift or frontoplasty) is a cosmetic surgical procedure that elevates drooping eyebrows and smooths forehead lines, creating a more refreshed, youthful, and relaxed upper-face appearance. It can be performed alone or combined with other facial rejuvenation procedures.
How Does Surgery Work?
Forehead lift surgery involves discreet incisions hidden in the hairline. Through these incisions, the surgeon gently repositions the brow and forehead tissues, removes excess skin if needed, and secures the lifted position to restore a smoother and more balanced upper-face contour. Depending on the approach, the procedure may be done using a traditional incision or an endoscopic technique for smaller, less noticeable incisions. Typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, the surgery lasts about 1–2 hours, and patients go home the same day.
Are You a Good Candidate?
You may be a good candidate for a forehead lift if you notice eyebrow sagging, deep horizontal forehead lines, or a tired, heavy expression, and want a long-lasting solution beyond non-surgical treatments. Good candidates are generally in good health, have realistic expectations, and understand that surgery reshapes contours rather than simply masking lines. A personalized consultation helps determine the best technique and whether combining with eyelid surgery or facelift is beneficial.
Why Consider a Forehead Lift?
A forehead lift directly addresses aging changes in the upper third of the face — including drooping brows and deep furrows — that non-surgical options like injectables cannot fully correct. By restoring the brow’s natural position and smoothing the forehead, this procedure can create a more awake, pleasant, and youthful appearance and even improve the look of the upper eyelids indirectly.
Before and after Forehead Lift
Disclaimer: These photos are published for illustrative purposes only to provide information on the nature of the procedure. They do not constitute a guarantee of results.
Frequently Asked Questions
The terms “forehead lift” and “brow lift” are often used interchangeably; both aim to lift sagging eyebrows and smooth the forehead to reduce signs of aging. The choice of technique depends on your anatomy and goals.
The surgery typically takes about 1 to 2 hours, depending on the technique used and whether it’s combined with other facial procedures.
Most patients can return to normal light activities within 1–2 weeks. Swelling and bruising around the brow and forehead are common initially but improve significantly within that time.
Incisions are placed within the hairline or hidden in scalp tissue, so visible scarring is minimal and usually well-concealed once healed.
Forehead lift surgery can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia based on the surgeon’s recommendation and patient comfort.
Results are long-lasting because the tissues are repositioned and excess skin removed, though natural aging continues. Many patients enjoy refreshed contours for years.
Yes. A forehead lift is often combined with blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) or facelift procedures to achieve comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
