In some cases, eyebrows can droop and interfere with your vision.
To improve your vision and facial symmetry, our specialised reconstructive plastic surgeons can correct brows if they have drooped due to ageing, pre-existing low brow anatomy, nerve paralysis or conditions such as cancer or trauma.
Brow lift surgery will lift the position and may adjust the shape of the eyebrow. How this is achieved will depend on the cause, your health and your goals. It may involve simple approaches such as excision of forehead skin or tightening forehead muscles through to more complex anchoring the brow deeply under the hairline.
As part of your assessment, the RPS surgeons will determine the cause and discuss all options available.
After a brow lift it’s common to experience some pain and bruising that may last for up to two weeks. You may also feel a tightness in your forehead. Most patients can resume normal everyday activities the day after surgery.
After brow lift surgery you may have:
We don’t recommend driving in the first seven days after surgery as your eyes may feel dry or gritty and this could affect your vision. Your eyes may also be sensitive to bright lights in the first week after surgery.
Due to bruising you may need to take one or two weeks off work, how much time will depend on the scope of your procedure. We recommend avoiding strenuous activity for four weeks after surgery.
Often simple, over the counter pain medication is sufficient to manage any discomfort or tenderness.
Whether you are a candidate for a brow lift will depend on your condition. If you have droopy eyebrows that are affecting your vision, a brow lift may be a suitable option.
A brow lift poses various risks, including:
Like any other type of major surgery, a brow lift poses a risk of bleeding, infection and an adverse reaction to anaesthesia.
Your surgeon will give you specific advice regarding your individual post-operative recovery. They will advise:
Modern surgery is generally safe, but does have the potential for risks and complications to occur.
Some of the possible complications and risks associated with brow lifts include:
By raising the soft tissue and skin of your forehead and brow, a brow lift can give your face a more youthful appearance.
Keep in mind that brow lift results won’t last forever. As you age your facial skin might begin to droop again. Sun damage also can age your skin.
The extensive specialist skills of our surgical team ensure that you are provided with surgical options designed to maximise form and function.
Dr Michael Findlay holds an impressive array of academic credentials, extensive professional experience and a personal commitment to patient satisfaction.
