Brow Lift
Lifted and Refreshed
Are you tired of deep creases across your forehead? Do your brows look hooded? Maybe others think you look angry?
Do you see a lot of excess tissue in your upper eyelids? A Brow Lift in Houston with facial plastic surgeon Dr. Raghu Athré tightens and refreshes your natural appearance.
“Couldn't be any more pleased! I came in with a mindset of what I was expecting and they surpassed my expectations!”
– Julie P. (Houston, TX), facial plastic surgery patient
About Brow Lifts
What is a brow lift?
The eyebrows frame the eyes and help shape the overall look of the face. Since the eyes are one of the most important focal points of the face, aging in the region of the eyes ages the entire face as well.
Brow lift surgery has many synonyms, including forehead lift, eyebrow lift, and cat eye surgery. The purpose of a brow lift procedure is to lift the brows, open the eyes, and make the eyes seem more awake and alert.
Key Takeways
- Rejuvenate the upper face: Reduce forehead wrinkles, frown lines, and a sagging brow line for a more youthful appearance.
- Minimally invasive options: Choose from endoscopic techniques for a quicker recovery and minimal scarring.
- Long-lasting results: Enjoy a refreshed, lifted look that lasts several years.
- Boost your confidence: Look and feel your best with a youthful and energetic appearance.
- Natural-looking results: Dr. Athré prioritizes techniques that achieve a subtle lift, harmonizing your facial features.
Brow/Forehead Anatomy
A simple procedure called a brow lift can be performed to bring the brows near to their youthful, natural position.
Underneath the skin of the forehead is a tissue layer and a muscle layer. The muscle layer, or the frontalis muscle, holds the brows up. This muscle is used when we squint or when we exhibit a look of surprise. The tissue layer is made up of a matrix of collagen and elastin, which gives the forehead its youthful fullness. As aging occurs in this area, the collagen and elastin degrade. The natural force of gravity is a downward pull, which causes the brow tissues to fall downwards.
To compensate, the frontalis muscle contracts to lift the brows up. Initially, the muscle is able to compensate for the downward pull of the brows. Over time, the chronic contraction of the frontalis muscle causes furrows or lines in the skin of the forehead.
Eventually, the frontalis muscle is not able to compensate leading to:
- A lowered position of the brows
- Increased fullness in the brow region
- Increased fullness of the upper eyelid region
A well-planned and executed Brow Lift procedure will account for both the tissue and muscle layer. The goal is to subtly elevate the brows, smooth the forehead skin, and achieve an appearance that looks naturally more youthful.
Benefits of a Brow Lift
Natural-looking Results, Lasting Improvement
Endoscopic Brow Lift and Modified Endoscopic/Temporal Brow Lift
A brow lift can address a variety of concerns in the upper face, ultimately leading to a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance. But the benefits extend far beyond aesthetics. Here's a closer look at how our Houston Brow Lift can enhance your look and your well-being:
Restore a Youthful Look
Over time, the skin loses elasticity, and the brows can begin to droop. A brow lift addresses these concerns by strategically lifting and smoothing the forehead skin and brow line. This reduces the appearance of forehead wrinkles, frown lines, and a tired or angry expression, creating a more refreshed and youthful look.
Boost Your Confidence
Looking your best can have a significant impact on how you feel. When you're happy with your appearance, it shows! A brow lift can address visible signs of aging that can contribute to feelings of self-consciousness. By restoring a more youthful and energetic look, a brow lift can boost your confidence and help you feel more empowered in your everyday life.
Enjoy Long-Lasting Results
Modern brow lift techniques offer long-lasting results. While individual results may vary, the effects of a brow lift can be enjoyed for several years. This allows you to experience the confidence and joy of a more youthful appearance for an extended period.
Minimally Invasive Options for Faster Recovery
Brow lift procedures have evolved significantly. Dr. Athré offers minimally invasive endoscopic techniques that create smaller incisions and result in a quicker recovery with minimal scarring. This allows you to return to your daily routine faster and with less downtime.
Natural-Looking Enhancements for a Harmonious Appearance
At Athré Facial Plastics, achieving natural-looking results is paramount. Dr. Athré prioritizes techniques that subtly lift and smooth the brow line, ensuring the final outcome complements your unique facial features and maintains a balanced and harmonious appearance.
Types of Brow Lift Surgery
Surgical Options
Endoscopic Brow Lift and Modified Endoscopic/Temporal Brow Lift
The endoscopic brow lift technique uses small incisions hidden within the hairline. Normally 4 incisions are used. The first two incisions are directly above the medial portion of the brow within the hairline. The other two incisions are approximately at a 45-degree angle from the lateral brow in the intersection of the hair and non-hair-bearing skin. The endoscopic brow lift is the technique that Dr. Athre uses most frequently to lift the brow complex.
The advantages of this technique is that the incisions are completely hidden inside the hair line. Hence, this type of Brow Lift definitely gives the best cosmetic outcome. In the past, endoscopic brow lifts have had some complaints with respect to how long they last. These endoscopic brow lift failures usually had incomplete dissection and a single absorbable point of fixation.
Dr. Athre’s Modified Endoscopic/Temporal brow lift technique offers all of the benefits of amazing cosmesis, no scars and excellent long-term durability.
Brow Lift Anesthesia
Most brow lift procedures are performed under local anesthesia with oral sedation.
The brow area is relatively easy to anesthetize with local blocks. The advantage of this type of anesthesia is quicker recovery after the procedure, but also real-time examination in the operating room for symmetry.
In patients that are extremely nervous, the brow lift surgery may be performed under general anesthesia. The main factors that make this decision are:
- Patient medical history
- Patient comfort with local anesthesia
- Patient anxiety and personal preferences
Nonsurgical Options
The primary nonsurgical therapy addressing aging of the brows is BOTOX®, Dysport™ and other neuromodulator agents.
In the early stages of brow aging, BOTOX can be used to address mild aging of the brows and forehead wrinkles by relaxing the frontalis muscle. If injected carefully, BOTOX can relax the forehead lines, and result in a smooth forehead. Botox can also be injected into the brow depressor muscles (the corrugator, and the crow’s feet portion of the orbicularis muscle) giving the BOTOX brow lift. Injection of these muscles will prevent the muscles from pulling the brows down and will result in a 1-2 mm elevation of the brows.
BOTOX cannot be used to treat moderate or severe brow aging.
ELF Brow lift and makeup techniques
Patients primarily wanting to shape their brows may use makeup products such as E.L.F. Brow lift gel. These types of products including tattoos do nothing to actually lift the brows. They merely give the appearance of a shaped, lifted brow – which might suffice for minimal brow aging.
Endoscopic Brow Lift
An endoscopic brow lift is an advanced, minimally invasive technique that lifts and rejuvenates the entire brow area.
The technique uses a small endoscopic camera to guide precise adjustments, resulting in minimal scarring and a quicker recovery.
Performed under general anesthesia, the endoscopic brow lift typically involves about one week of downtime, with results appearing as initial swelling diminishes.
Endoscopic Brow Lift
$7,500 Starting Range
- + Facility Fees ($1,750)
- + Anesthesia (Local $1,500)
Temporal Brow Lift
A lateral brow lift is an effective solution for those looking to address sagging or drooping at the outer edges of the eyebrows, often one of the first areas to show signs of aging.
By gently lifting and repositioning the outer brow area, this procedure opens up the eyes and smooths the forehead, creating a more awake, youthful, and balanced appearance.
Typically performed under local anesthesia with minimal discomfort, a lateral brow lift requires minimal downtime.
Temporal Brow Lift
$4,000 Starting Range
- + Facility Fees ($1,750)
- + Anesthesia (Local $1,500)
Watch a video of a brow lift surgery.
Brow Lift Process
What is the brow lift procedure like?
Before a consultation for your Brow Lift Houston patients will be asked to bring in a picture of themselves at age 20-25. This picture serves as a benchmark to customize the correct procedure to achieve the desired results. Some patients have a genetic low brow with increased fullness of the upper eyelid area. Functional, anatomical, and aesthetic goals are all reviewed to ensure a positive result. In some cases, eyelid surgery may also be performed to further “open up” the eye area.
Immediately prior to the procedure, the amount of brow lifting and the arch and contour of the eyebrow are specifically marked on the forehead. The procedure elevates the brow by lifting the tissue and the muscle. Several brow lift techniques exist, and the choice of technique is tailored to each patient after taking into consideration the patient’s anatomy, gender, natural brow shape, and background.
Ideal Candidates for a Brow Lift
The perfect candidate for a brow lift:
Patients with certain medical conditions, pregnant or breastfeeding women or those with unrealistic expectations about the results of a brow lift may not be a good fit. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Athré to discuss your goals and determine if this procedure is right for you.
Brow Lift Recovery & Results
Patients are allowed to go home the same day.
The recovery time for a brow lift procedure is roughly 1 week. Incision sites are unnoticeable within about a week, and patients can return to full normal activity near the 5 to 7-day mark. Swelling and bruising resolve to the point where makeup can be worn within 7 days.
Results:
Full healing and complete resolution of swelling should dissipate in a few weeks, and your best results may take several months to completely reveal themselves.
Brow Lift FAQ's
See below for frequently asked questions about brow lifts.
Patient Review
“Couldn’t be any more pleased! I came in with a mindset of what I was expecting and they surpassed my expectations! His staff made me feel so comfortable along the way. Dr. Athré was so kind and makes sure you know what’s going on during the procedure. To anyone contemplating a procedure, go in for a consult and just do it!"
