A brow lift can refresh a drooping or lined forehead, helping the face appear less tired, angry, or sad. At Funt Aesthetics, Dr. David K. Funt is a board-certified plastic surgeon and Fellow of the American College of Surgeons with extensive experience in facial anatomy and cosmetic rejuvenation.
When appropriate, minimally invasive endoscopic techniques can raise the eyebrows, smooth forehead lines, and reduce heaviness around the upper eye area. The procedure may also be combined with blepharoplasty or facelift surgery when aging affects several areas of the face.
What Can a Brow Lift Improve?
A brow lift focuses on age-related changes in the forehead and eyebrow area. As the tissues descend, the eyebrows may sit lower, creating heaviness around the eyes, while horizontal forehead lines and creases between the brows can become more noticeable.
A brow lift may help improve:
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Drooping or low-positioned eyebrows
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Forehead lines and creases
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Heaviness above the upper eyelids
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An angry, tired, or sad expression caused by brow position
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Uneven eyebrow height
The goal is to create a more open, refreshed upper face without changing the patient’s natural expression.
How an Endoscopic Brow Lift Is Performed
In an endoscopic brow lift, the patient’s hair is moved away from the treatment area and Dr. Funt makes several short incisions behind the hairline. An endoscope is placed through one of the incisions so he can view the tissues beneath the skin while lifting and repositioning them through the others.
This approach allows the brow and forehead tissues to be adjusted without the longer incision used in traditional brow lift surgery. The exact amount of lifting is tailored to the patient’s brow position, forehead anatomy, and desired result.
How the Endotine Forehead Device Supports the Brow
Dr. Funt may use an Endotine forehead device rather than permanent sutures or screws to help hold the brow tissues in their new position during healing.
The device uses several points of contact to support the lifted tissue while it reattaches to the scalp. It is designed to gradually be absorbed by the body over time and does not require later removal.
For appropriate patients, this method can provide stable tissue support without leaving permanent fixation hardware in place.
Can Brow Lift Be Combined With Other Facial Procedures?
A brow lift is often combined with other facial procedures when aging affects more than just the forehead. Blepharoplasty may be added to address excess upper eyelid skin or puffiness, while facelift surgery can improve sagging in the lower face and jawline.
Combining procedures can create a more balanced result when several areas contribute to an aged or tired appearance. Dr. Funt evaluates the forehead, eyes, midface, and lower face together before recommending whether a brow lift should be performed on its own or as part of a broader facial rejuvenation plan.
Brow Lift Recovery and Results
Endoscopic brow lift patients may experience temporary numbness, discomfort, bruising, and swelling around the incisions. Sleeping with the head elevated and using cold compresses during the first few days may help reduce swelling and discomfort.
Many patients are able to wash their hair within a few days and return to work in about one to two weeks, depending on healing and the nature of their job. Swelling and bruising continue to improve over the following weeks.
Some patients may temporarily feel the Endotine device beneath the skin or notice sensitivity in the area. This sensation generally decreases as healing progresses and the device is gradually absorbed.
Why Choose Funt Aesthetics for Brow Lift Surgery?
Brow lift surgery requires detailed knowledge of forehead anatomy, eyebrow position, facial expression, and the relationship between the brows and upper eyelids. Dr. David K. Funt is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. His expertise in facial anatomy spans surgical rejuvenation, injectables, fillers, and neurotoxins, and he has taught anatomy courses to other medical professionals. Dr. Funt has also been recognized as a Castle Connolly Top Doctor for more than 25 years.
At Funt Aesthetics, brow lift surgery is planned around the patient’s natural facial structure and degree of brow descent, with an emphasis on careful tissue positioning, balanced expression, and natural-looking rejuvenation.
Explore Brow Lift Surgery in Long Island & Nassau County, NY
A brow lift can raise drooping eyebrows, soften forehead lines, and create a more rested appearance around the upper face. Funt Aesthetics provides individualized brow lift planning for patients throughout Long Island and Nassau County, NY. To discuss your concerns and determine whether a brow lift is right for you, call 516-295-0404 to schedule a consultation with Funt Aesthetics.
