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Orbital / Eye Area

Brow Lift

Repositioning of the brow to change its height, shape, and relationship to the orbital rim.

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Region
Brow / Forehead
Anaesthesia
General anaesthesia
Theatre time
2–4 hours
Downtime
2–3 weeks

Overview

Brow lifting can be endoscopic, temporal, direct, or via a hairline (pretrichial) incision. Choice depends on hairline height, brow shape goals, and hair density. Over-elevation produces a surprised look and should be avoided.

What it changes

  • Brow height and arch
  • Upper lid hooding
  • Forehead lines
  • Hairline position (pretrichial approach)

Common goals

Lift a heavy lateral brow
Restore a natural brow shape
Reduce hooding without over-resecting eyelid skin

Candidates

General factors a surgeon may consider. Only a qualified surgeon can assess whether you are a candidate.

  • General physical health suitable for the anaesthetic required
  • Realistic, clearly articulated aesthetic or functional goals
  • Stable anatomy appropriate for the technique proposed
  • Non-smoking or willingness to stop for the surgeon's required window

Surgical approach

  1. 01Endoscopic access through small scalp incisions
  2. 02Temporal or pretrichial incisions for greater control
  3. 03Fixation with sutures, screws, or endotines

Recovery timeline

  1. Day 1

    Immediate post-operative period. Swelling begins, dressings or splints may be in place, supervised rest.

  2. Week 1

    Peak swelling and bruising. Limited activity, soft diet where relevant, first follow-up visit.

  3. Week 2

    Bruising fades. Many people feel socially presentable, light activity resumes.

  4. Week 4

    Most acute swelling resolves. Gradual return to exercise as cleared by the surgeon.

  5. Month 3

    Contours become clearer. Residual swelling continues to settle.

  6. Month 6

    Result is largely representative of the final outcome.

  7. Month 12+

    Final refinement, scar maturation, and revision assessment if needed.

Risks & complications

Bleeding, haematoma, or infection
Temporary or, rarely, permanent nerve disturbance
Asymmetry or an outcome that differs from expectations
Scarring, delayed healing, or wound problems
Anaesthetic risks
Possible need for revision surgery
Frontal branch nerve injury with brow weakness
Scalp numbness
Hair loss around incisions
Over-elevation

Limitations

Does not remove excess eyelid skin
Does not change the underlying orbital bone

Before & after cases

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Cost

$5,000 – $15,000

These are broad estimates only. Actual costs vary significantly by country, surgeon, hospital, anaesthesia, imaging, orthodontic treatment, revision policy, and individual complexity. Always obtain a written quotation.

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