Brow Lift
Key Takeaways
A brow lift, or forehead lift, raises drooping brows, softens forehead lines, and can reduce upper eyelid hooding for a more rested look*
Multiple techniques, including endoscopic, temporal, pretrichial, and open brow lifts, allow the procedure to be tailored to your anatomy and goals
Ideal candidates have brow descent, good overall health, and realistic expectations, and may combine a brow lift with eyelid surgery when appropriate
Recovery usually involves about a week of reduced activity, with swelling and bruising improving over several weeks and results evolving for several months*
Mirror Plastic Surgery offers a detailed, low-volume, and anatomy-focused approach to brow lift surgery; book a consultation with Dr. Akash to plan a personalized treatment
How Mirror Plastic Surgery Plans Your Brow Lift
Mirror Plastic Surgery follows a concierge-style model that emphasizes time, attention, and careful planning. The practice performs one to two surgeries per day, so the team can focus on each patient from consultation through recovery.
The treatment philosophy follows three priorities: safety first, function second, and aesthetics third. Each brow lift begins with a detailed review of your medical history, facial anatomy, and functional concerns, such as visual obstruction, followed by a discussion of aesthetic goals. Consultations may last up to an hour to allow for questions and clear explanations.
This process supports recommendations based on your individual anatomy rather than a standardized plan. Book an appointment with Dr. Akash to review whether a brow lift fits your needs.
Meet Dr. Akash: Focused on Facial Surgery and Brow Lifts
Dr. Akash is a Harvard-educated physician and Johns Hopkins-trained plastic surgeon with dedicated fellowship training in aesthetic surgery at Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital (MEETH). There, he trained with experts in facial surgery and refined advanced brow lift techniques.
His work emphasizes a precise understanding of facial anatomy, careful planning, and patient-centered decision-making. This approach supports natural-appearing results that respect facial expression and balance*.
Understanding the Brow Lift: Anatomy, Techniques, and Candidacy
What a Brow Lift Addresses
Brow lift surgery tightens forehead soft tissues to correct drooping brows, smooth forehead wrinkles, and create a youthful, alert expression. The procedure repositions skin and muscle and may remove excess skin to restore the natural brow arch and reduce heaviness around the upper eyes.
How Brow Aging Affects Your Appearance
Loss of tissue elasticity and descent of volume contribute to the need for a brow lift as brow position gradually drops and forehead muscles strain to keep the eyes open. Detailed knowledge of facial anatomy guides safe and effective lift procedures, which are central to how Dr. Akash plans surgery.
Brow Lift Techniques at Mirror Plastic Surgery
Technique selection depends on your hairline, degree of brow descent, skin quality, and goals. Options include:
Endoscopic brow lift: This technique uses tiny incisions behind the hairline to raise sagging brows, address forehead tissue laxity, and eliminate horizontal forehead lines and frown lines. The approach limits visible scarring.
Temporal brow lift: This technique involves an incision along the temporal hairline or scalp to lift the lateral brow, making it effective for mild-moderate outer brow droop.
Pretrichial brow lift: The incision is placed at the hairline to preserve hair follicles and potentially lower the hairline, which can help patients with a high forehead.
Open (coronal) brow lift: An incision is made behind the hairline for cases of significant sagging, offering broad access for more advanced brow descent.
Each procedure is customized for the individual patient, so the technique matches anatomy, degree of descent, and desired changes.
Ideal Candidates for Brow Lift Surgery
Good candidates have sagging or drooping eyebrows, are in good health, and have no complicating conditions. Common reasons to consider a brow lift include:
Heaviness or hooding over the upper eyelids
Deep forehead or frown lines that rest even when relaxed
A tired, stern, or angry appearance that does not match how you feel
A brow lift may be recommended with or instead of eyelid surgery based on whether brow position, eyelid skin, or both contribute most to upper eyelid heaviness.
Expected Brow Lift Results*
Results include repositioned low brows, reduced horizontal forehead lines and glabellar frown lines, restored arched brow shape, minimized upper eyelid hooding, and improved facial expression, with final results typically visible in about six months*. Most patients notice that their eyes appear more open and rested while maintaining natural expression.
Preparing for Your Brow Lift
Consultation and Surgical Planning
The Mirror Plastic Surgery consultation reviews your health history, photographs, and specific concerns. Dr. Akash evaluates brow position, eyelid skin, forehead muscle activity, and hairline to select possible techniques and explain realistic outcomes.
Pre-Operative Instructions
Before surgery, you receive written and verbal instructions. These often include:
Adjusting or pausing certain medications and supplements in coordination with your prescribing doctors
Stopping nicotine use to support healing
Planning for transportation and help at home for the first day or two
Your procedure takes place in an accredited surgical facility with a board-certified anesthesiologist present throughout.
Brow Lift Recovery and Healing
Immediate Aftercare
The team reviews how to care for your incisions, manage swelling, and use prescribed medication. Cold compresses and head elevation usually help during the first several days.
Recovery Timeline*
Initial swelling and bruising often peak within 48 to 72 hours, then gradually improve*. Many patients return to light, non-strenuous activities within a week, depending on the extent of surgery and their job demands. Visible changes continue to refine over several weeks and months.
Activity Guidelines and Long-Term Care
Most patients should avoid strenuous exercise, heavy lifting, and significant bending for about 2 to 3 weeks. Longer-term care includes consistent sun protection, gentle skincare near the incisions, and regular follow-up visits. Book an appointment with Dr. Akash to receive a recovery plan tailored to your needs.
Key Considerations When Choosing a Brow Lift
Common Misunderstandings
Some people expect a brow lift to correct hollowing, volume loss, or bone structure. Brow lifts instead focus on soft tissue position and wrinkles in the upper face. Fillers, fat transfer, or other procedures may address volume concerns.
Surgical brow lifts also differ from Botox brow lifts. Surgery repositions tissues and is more appropriate for structural changes, while neuromodulators like Botox help with mild descent and active wrinkles.
Why Surgeon Training Matters
Choosing a board-certified plastic surgeon with focused experience in facial surgery supports both safety and outcome quality. Dr. Akash combines fellowship training, anatomical expertise, and a low-volume practice style to offer detailed evaluations, clear reasoning behind recommendations, and direct access before and after surgery.
Cost of a Brow Lift at Mirror Plastic Surgery
Brow lift pricing varies based on technique, extent of correction, and whether it is combined with other procedures. A personal consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon is the most reliable way to understand your options, associated fees, and an approach that matches your goals and budget*.
Frequently Asked Questions About Brow Lifts
What is the difference between a brow lift and an eyelid lift (blepharoplasty)?
A brow lift focuses on forehead tissues and eyebrow position, while blepharoplasty removes or reshapes skin and fat from the eyelids. Because brow position affects upper eyelid appearance, many patients benefit from combining the two, and Dr. Akash evaluates both areas during consultation.
How long do brow lift results last?
A brow lift creates long-lasting structural changes, but aging continues. Many patients enjoy improvements for years, often a decade or more, influenced by genetics, sun exposure, and lifestyle. The brows will still age, yet usually from a more favorable starting point.
Are the scars from a brow lift noticeable?
Incisions are placed within the hairline or along natural contours to reduce visibility. Scar appearance depends on individual healing, adherence to aftercare, and skin type, but most patients find scars blend well over time.
Can a brow lift be combined with other procedures?
A brow lift often pairs with eyelid surgery, facelift, or facial fat transfer to address multiple signs of aging in one plan. During consultation, Dr. Akash reviews which combination, if any, fits your anatomy, safety considerations, and goals.
What age group commonly seeks brow lifts?
Patients usually range from their 30s to 60s, depending on how quickly aging changes appear. The decision rests more on brow position, skin quality, and functional concerns than on age alone.
Schedule Your Brow Lift Consultation
A thoughtful brow lift plan can soften forehead lines, open the eye area, and support a more rested expression while preserving your natural look. Mirror Plastic Surgery emphasizes safety, function, and individualized aesthetics at every step.
Book an appointment with Dr. Akash to discuss your concerns, review options, and design a brow lift approach tailored to you.
Contact Information:
Address: 780 4th Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Phone: 727-361-6515
Email: hello@mirrorplasticsurgery.com
*Disclaimer: Results may vary from person to person. Editorial content, before and after images, and patient testimonials do not constitute a guarantee of specific results.