Surgical Procedures for Women

Face: Brow lift | Eyelids | Ears | Nose | Chin | Facelift | Neck lift

Brow lift

A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is an operation to lift the level of your eyebrows to a higher position. It can also help to lift folds of skin that may hang over your eyes and smooth out frown lines between your eyebrows, and reduce wrinkles you may have on your forehead.

Brow lift surgery can be performed in several different ways, all of which have advantages and disadvantages. One method, called a coronal brow lift, involves Mr Nduka making a cut across the top of your scalp, hidden within your hair. Through the cut, Mr Nduka removes excess skin, shortens the muscles that cause frown lines and lifts your eyebrows.

Another technique uses small endoscopes ('keyhole surgery') which are inserted through tiny cuts in your hairline, to reduce the muscles that cause frown lines. This type of brow lift normally has the advantage of minimal scarring, but Mr Nduka will not be able to make as many changes as when a coronal brow lift is performed.

Each method requires a local or general anaesthetic and you'll usually be able to return home later the same day. You may also need to plan some time off work to rest and recover.

A brow lift or forehead lift can give good long-term results, but you will need to take care of your skin, including protecting it from sunlight. It is also important that you are realistic about the results of a brow lift and Mr Nduka will discuss this with you prior to your operation.

All operations carry risks as well as benefits. The chance of complications following brow lift or forehead lift depends on the type of operation and other factors such as your general health. Mr Nduka will explain how the risks apply to you.