Brow Lift
The forehead and brows are often among the first areas to reveal the visible signs of aging. Over time, gravity pulls the brow position downward, creating drooping eyebrows, forehead creases, and frown lines that can make you look tired or stern. Brow lift surgery, also called a forehead lift, repositions the brows and softens lines for a brighter, more approachable look.
At Lee A. Gibstein M.D. Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery, patients experience a boutique-level of care in a sophisticated, welcoming setting. Dr. Gibstein is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with training at Harvard, NYU, and Mount Sinai. Specializing in a range of advanced surgical techniques, his personalized approach to the brow lift procedure subtly lifts and smooths the upper face, providing long-lasting results that enhance your natural expression.
A brow lift is a surgical procedure that repositions brow muscles and smooths the forehead by lifting the soft tissue and underlying muscles. Sometimes called a forehead lift or forehead rejuvenation, a brow lift helps patients achieve a more open, welcoming look.
There are several brow lift techniques available, with each procedure tailored to your unique facial anatomy.
Target the outer brow with incisions behind the hairline, above the temple.
Uses a coronal incision across the scalp to provide significant correction.
Uses a tiny camera and endoscopic technique for smaller, hidden incisions.
Uses incisions just above the brow, often ideal for older men
During your consultation, Dr. Gibstein will learn about your goals, review your medical history, and perform an exam to determine whether you are a good candidate for a brow lift and which technique would benefit you most.
The surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure under either intravenous sedation or general anesthesia with sedation. Small incision sites may be placed behind the hairline or in the scalp, depending on the chosen technique. Through these, Dr. Gibstein carefully adjusts forehead tissues, repositions underlying tissues, and elevates the brows on the brow bone to address sagging eyebrows, frown lines, and horizontal lines on the forehead.
The surgery typically takes 1–2 hours to perform. Some patients choose to combine a brow lift with other cosmetic procedures such as an eyelid lift (blepharoplasty procedure), facelift, or neck lift, for more comprehensive results.
The brow lift procedure is designed to correct:
If you also have concerns like sagging eyelids or under-eye bags, Dr. Gibstein may recommend combining your brow lift with eyelid surgery to refresh the entire forehead, brow, and eye area in one surgical procedure.
The goal of a brow lift is to provide a refreshed appearance that looks natural and harmonizes with your other features. The results can restore a more youthful appearance, smoother facial expressions, and better balance across the upper third of the face.
Because Dr. Gibstein uses modern surgical techniques with discreet incision sites, patients typically experience minimal scarring once the incisions heal. The emotional benefits of plastic surgery are equally important. After a brow lift, many patients feel more confident in their appearance and aligned with how they see themselves inside.
You may be a good candidate for a brow lift if you have sagging eyebrows or excess tissue in the brow and forehead region. Sagging brows, or "brow ptosis," may contribute to a tired, aged, or stern expression. Candidates for plastic surgery must be in good health and should maintain realistic expectations about surgery.
Smokers will need to quit before surgery to ensure a smooth healing process. If you have significant sagging in the upper eyelids, you may benefit from combining a brow lift with eyelid surgery. Dr. Gibstein will educate you about your options and carefully evaluate your candidacy to help you create a personalized treatment plan.
Recovery from a brow lift procedure generally takes 1–2 weeks. Swelling and bruising are common but improve steadily in the weeks after surgery. Keeping the head elevated, applying cold compresses, and following your surgeon’s instructions help minimize swelling. Most patients return to normal activities within 10–14 days.
Brow lift results appear gradually as swelling subsides, revealing smoother forehead skin and a natural browposition. Patients typically enjoy a brighter, more open expression and a youthful appearance that lasts for years.
The results of brow lift surgery not only reduce wrinkles and heaviness but also restore a sense of ease and confidence that is reflected in every area of life.
Dr. Lee Gibstein is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with over 27 years of experience performing advanced cosmetic surgery procedures, including the brow lift procedure. Trained at Harvard, NYU, and Mount Sinai, he combines surgical expertise with a refined aesthetic eye.
Our boutique practice serves patients from Miami, Boynton Beach, and beyond with personalized, concierge-level care. From consultation to recovery, patients receive attention marked by precision, discretion, and artistry, ensuring results that are subtle and elegant.
Most patients enjoy the results of a brow lift for 10–15 years. While the aging process continues, the results form a new baseline, providing long-lasting rejuvenation.
No, a forehead lift is another term for a brow lift. They are the same procedure.
Options include the endoscopic brow lift, temporal brow lift, direct brow lift, coronal brow lift, and open brow lift.
The procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation.
Incision sites are typically hidden behind the hairline or in natural creases, allowing for minimal scarring.
Yes. Many patients combine it with eyelid lift, neck lift, or other cosmetic procedures for full rejuvenation.
Like any plastic surgery, a brow lift has certain risks, including prolonged bruising, temporary numbness, or changes in facial expressions. These risks are rare when working with a qualified, board-certified surgeon.
Most patients are ready to go back to work within 1–2 weeks after surgery.
While injectable neuromodulators like Botox can provide temporary lifting, a surgical brow lift offers more significant and long-lasting results.
