What is a Brow Lift?
A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is performed to restore a more youthful appearance to the upper face. It is designed to adjust the position of eyebrows, smooth forehead wrinkling, and tighten excess skin. A brow lift rejuvenates the eyes to give patients a rested, younger look.
Our Atlanta and Alpharetta facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Mark Beaty has extensive experience helping patients achieve the more lifted, youthful brow appearance they desire. We invite you to explore the informative sections on this page to learn more about the procedure, or you can contact us today to schedule a personalized consultation.
What Are the Benefits of a Brow Lift?
A forehead lift offers a variety of benefits for patients, including:
- Reduction of wrinkles and fine lines in the upper third of the face
- Reduction or elimination of wrinkles and fine lines in the upper third of the face
- Smoother, tauter forehead skin
- A more open, alert eye appearance
- Reduced sagging of the upper eyelids
- Improved brow arch, including enhanced symmetry between the brows
- A more serene, youthful expression
During a consultation, our double board-certified facial plastic surgeon can assess your specific aesthetic goals and the quality of your skin. This allows him to create a custom treatment plan for enhancing the overall appearance of the upper third of your face.
What causes Droopy Eyebrows?
Aging, the loss of skin elasticity, and the effects of gravity can all cause the eyebrows to sag. In addition, these factors may cause wrinkles to deepen between the eyes or on the forehead. Fortunately, all of these issues can be addressed through a brow lift.
Who Is a Candidate For Brow Lift Surgery?
The ideal candidate for a brow lift is a healthy individual who does not have any medical conditions that could increase the risk of surgery or impair healing. They should be interested in restoring aging skin around the eyebrow area and have realistic goals as well as a positive outlook on the procedure.
What Are Brow Lift Results Like?
Although a brow lift will not stop the aging process, the effects of a brow lift can last for many years after the procedure. It’s important to note that following up with Dr. Mark Beaty for consideration of adjunctive procedures as well as life-long sun protection are important steps to maintaining your results.
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How Can I Prepare For Forehead Lift Surgery?
Prior to the surgery, you will meet with your surgeon for an initial consultation. The consultation will include a thorough aesthetic evaluation of the brows and upper face. We will also review your medical history. Patients should avoid anti-inflammatory drugs and stop smoking well in advance of the procedure.
What Is the Eyebrow Lift Procedure Like?
Dr. Beaty often recommends an endoscopic brow lift, which is a modern surgical technique that offers precise results with less disruption to surrounding tissues. This technique is less invasive and typically results in a shorter healing time. Instead of making one long incision, your surgeon will make three to five shorter incisions in the scalp, typically placed behind the hairline to help conceal any scarring. An endoscope (a camera device on the end of a thin tube) is inserted into one of the incisions. This will allow Dr. Beaty to view the tissues and muscles on a television monitor, providing a magnified and detailed view of the internal structures.
Other endoscopic instruments will then be inserted into another incision to gently lift the forehead or alter the underlying tissues. This repositioning of the muscles and skin can smooth deep forehead creases, soften frown lines, and elevate the brow to a more youthful position. In many cases, this technique allows for a focused lateral brow reset, which lifts the outer portion of the brow for a subtle, refreshed look—especially beneficial for patients with heaviness or hooding near the corners of the eyes.
In certain cases where the hairline needs to be modified, Dr. Beaty may use a coronal or pretrichial approach, which uses a longer incision hidden within the hairline. These techniques may be more appropriate for patients with higher hairlines or specific aesthetic goals that require broader forehead access. Dr. Beaty will recommend the most suitable surgical method based on your individual facial anatomy and desired outcome.
Consistent treatment with neuromodulators—such as BOTOX® Cosmetic—following a brow lift can further enhance results by minimizing the reappearance of forehead and frown lines over time.
What Can I Expect From the Brow Lift Recovery Process?
Although most patients experience minimal pain after the procedure, your surgeon will prescribe medication to ease any discomfort associated with the healing process. He also recommends applying a cold compress for 48 hours following the brow lift. Lastly, patients will need to keep their head elevated for a couple of days after the procedure.
Surgical clips will be removed one week following the surgery and full recovery will occur within two-three weeks after the procedure.
Can I Get a Non-Surgical Brow Lift?
In general, a surgical brow lift is the most reliable and comprehensive way to dramatically enhance the appearance of the upper third of the face. That said, some patients may be candidates for a non-invasive alternative using BOTOX® Cosmetic or other neuromodulators. This procedure, sometimes called a non-surgical brow lift, uses injectables to relax the muscles of the forehead, smoothing wrinkles and reducing tension between the eyebrows. Ultherapy® ultrasonic skin tightening can also help lift the brow non-surgically by firming the skin of the forehead and around the eyes. In addition to tightening and lifting loose skin, Ultherapy® can also stimulate the production of collagen in the deeper layers of the dermis for long-lasting results.
Can a Browlift be combined with any other procedures?
Yes — and in many cases, combining procedures can enhance your overall outcome and lead to more harmonious facial rejuvenation. Dr. Mark Beaty is an award-winning, double board-certified facial plastic surgeon who takes a comprehensive and individualized approach to facial aesthetics. He often recommends pairing a brow lift with other surgical procedures to address additional signs of aging or to improve facial balance.
By thoughtfully combining treatments, Dr. Beaty can achieve more dramatic yet natural-looking results, often with a single recovery period. Depending on your unique goals and anatomy, a brow lift may be performed in conjunction with procedures such as:
- Facelift
- Neck lift
- Rhinoplasty
- Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)
- Otoplasty
- Facial implants
- Face liposuction
We also offer non-surgical procedures that can be performed.
Why Choose Beaty Facial Plastic Surgery for Your Brow Lift?
At Beaty Facial Plastic Surgery, brow lift procedures are performed with precision, artistry, and a deep understanding of facial anatomy. Dr. Mark Beaty is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with over two decades of experience specializing exclusively in facial rejuvenation and aesthetics. Known for his natural-looking results and commitment to individualized care, Dr. Beaty tailors every brow lift to the unique facial structure, aging patterns, and aesthetic goals of each patient.
Patients often choose our practice because of Dr. Beaty’s reputation as an innovator in advanced facial procedures, including the endoscopic and minimal-incision techniques that reduce recovery time and improve surgical outcomes. His extensive knowledge allows him to recommend the ideal surgical or non-surgical approach for elevating the brows, smoothing forehead lines, and creating a more refreshed, youthful expression.
Our practice offers a welcoming and highly professional environment at our locations in Midtown Atlanta and Alpharetta. From your initial consultation to your final follow-up, our dedicated team ensures you feel informed, supported, and confident in your care every step of the way.
Whether you're seeking subtle refinement or more dramatic rejuvenation, you can trust Beaty Facial Plastic Surgery to deliver the highest standard of aesthetic excellence.
Our providers specialize in non-surgical procedures, facial plastic surgery options and more.
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