Is a Brow Lift painful?

It’s common to feel slight discomfort as well as a sensation of tightness throughout the forehead where the procedure took place. Swelling and bruising are typical during the first 10 days after surgery and are mostly resolved after about two weeks. The recovery process should not be painful, and over-the-counter medication should be enough to provide you with relief, however, your surgeon will provide you with a recovery plan, including some temporary medications or prescriptions needed for an easier recovery.

How many appointments will I need?

The number of appointments needed for a Brow Lift varies with each of our patients, but your surgeon will discuss what your recovery should look like during your initial consultation to provide a better idea of what your personal appointment schedule will look like. Most patients are requested to return for a few days post-surgery so your surgeon can monitor their recovery, remove the drain (if there is one), and redress bandages. Usually about 10 days after your procedure, the sutures will be removed. Over the next six months, you can expect a few more appointments for follow-ups to monitor the progress of recovery and the satisfaction level of your Brow Lift.

How long until I see results?

The results of your Brow Lift are immediately visible. Over time, post-surgical swelling will resolve, and incision lines will fade, possibly taking up to six months for your forehead to see its optimal results post-surgery.

Can I combine a Brow Lift with other procedures?

Absolutely! Many of our Fort LauderdaleBrow Lift patients will combine their procedure with an eyelid surgery or a facelift for a renewed, youthful appearance. If you’re considering multiple procedures, please inform your surgeon of your goals at your initial consultation so that she can advise you about the best course of action to help you achieve your desired aesthetic results.

What are the risks associated with a Brow Lift?

Although Dr. Savannah Moon and Dr. Stephanie Scurci are experienced and skilled plastic surgeons who take pride in their ability to provide a positive experience and with successful results, every surgery does come with its associated risks. Below are some of the potential complications associated with a Brow Lift: Anesthesia risks Bleeding Deep venous thrombosis (blood clots) can result in pulmonary embolism with chest pain and shortness of breath (very rare) Elevated hairline Eye irritation or dryness Facial asymmetry Facial nerve injury with weakness or paralysis Fluid accumulation Infection Loss of hair around the incisions Numbness or other changes in skin sensation or intense itching Pain, which may persist Poor wound healing Possibility of revision surgery Skin loss Unfavorable scarring If you experience any concerning or unexpected side effects, please contact our office immediately.

Brow Lift

In Fort Lauderdale

What is a Brow Lift
Who are the the best candidates?
What are the benefits?
What’s the first step?
What to expect?
Brow Lift recovery
What’s the cost?
FAQ’s

Introduction

Brow Lift

As one of the more defining facial features, your eyebrows are integral to your expression, and a cornerstone for communicating with the world. So when you have a sagging or droopy brow, it may cause others to perceive an incongruent mood; thinking perhaps you are angry or sad when you are not.

A Brow Lift in Fort Lauderdale, FL from Dr. Savannah Moon & Dr. Stephanie Scurci at Himmarshee Plastic Surgery can help give your face a more youthful appearance and even take a few years off! If you are intrigued by this procedure, please read the information we have provided below.

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What is a Brow Lift?

A Brow Lift, also referred to as an eyebrow lift or forehead lift, is a cosmetic surgical procedure that raises your eyebrows to reduce wrinkles and frown lines while lifting sagging skin.

The main target of this procedure is to correct certain cumulative effects on the facial anatomy that are associated with aging. This is achieved by releasing and repositioning the muscles and skin of the forehead that create drooping eyebrows, forehead furrows, and frown lines in the upper facial area.

When performing a brow lift, Dr. Savannah Moon & Dr. Stephanie Scurci will tighten up your facial skin, reposition your eyebrow arch to a more elevated and flattering position, and remove forehead wrinkles.

A Brow Lift often includes one or more of these different techniques:

Classic Lift

Also called a Pretrichial (hairline) incision, this classic lift makes an aesthetically “friendly” incision along the hairline to create a powerful and long-lasting look. This procedure is ideal for patients who want to lift their eyebrows while shortening the forehead by removing a strip of skin and underlying tissue along the incision.

By shortening the forehead, your hairline will be lowered – which is ideal for those with a high forehead. This procedure lifts everything upwards from your eyebrows, even addressing the shape and symmetry of your brow shape and symmetry.

Temporal Brow Lift

This technique is similar to a Classic Lift but with more minimal incisions. It is sometimes called a Mini Brow Lift or Lateral Brow Lift Incisions are made in the hairline near the temples allowing the surgeon to target lifting of the lateral brow primarily. Good candidates for a temporal brow lift have good positioning of their medial brow and drooping of their lateral brow. Because of the more minimal approach, patients tend to experience and quicker recovery and less downtime.

Coronal Lift

A Coronal brow lift is like the classic lift, except the incision is made on the crown of your head, further back in the hairline. While this method will hide the incision well, it will increase the height of the forehead which may not be best for some patients.

Direct Brow Lift

Sometimes called a mid-forehead Lift or a “Gull Wing” Lift, a direct Brow Lift removes a section of skin and underlying tissue above the eyebrows. This procedure is best for a patient with a severely drooping brow and significant forehead wrinkles where your surgeon can naturally hide the incision. It is preferred for patients with an extremely thin or balding hairline.

Endoscopic Lift

The Endoscopic Lift is a very popular technique that only requires five small incisions that are hidden in the hairline, leaving no visible scar.

This procedure can lift everything from the hairline to the eyebrows. It tightens and smoothes the entire forehead while lifting the eyebrow area to “open up” your upper face. Eyebrow shape and asymmetry can also be addressed with this type of lift.

This type of lift may not be ideal for someone with severe brow descent or heavy skin, and may not be as long-lasting a lift as the Classic Lift.

Your surgeon will discuss the pros and cons of each technique so that you can determine which option is the best choice.

Who are the best candidates for the Brow Lift procedure?

Though anyone feeling the need to get a Brow Lift in Fort Lauderdale, is welcome to the Himmarshee Plastic Surgery facility, we have some recommendations on who the best candidates are:

Saggy eyebrows and wrinkled forehead.
Maintaining realistic expectations of procedure outcome
Non-smoker
Otherwise in good health

What are the benefits of a Brow Lift?

Many of our Fort Lauderdale Brow Lift patients have discovered the following benefits from their surgery:

Eliminates the “tired” or “angry’ look
Improves the appearance of the forehead
Less negative social feedback with a positive-looking expression
Long-lasting results
Reduces the sagging in upper eyelids, which may improve vision
Removes excess skin
Reduces or completely eliminates forehead lines
Youthful rejuvenation in your looks

First Steps

What’s the first step?

If you are looking into a Brow Lift in Fort Lauderdale, FL, your first step is to schedule your consultation with highly reputed plastic surgeons, Dr. Savannah Moon & Dr. Stephanie Scurci. During the appointment, you can ask questions about the procedure, discuss your aesthetic goals, and have your surgeon examine your face and forehead. She will also ask you some questions about your medical history to create a personalized treatment plan that integrates your aesthetic preferences, individual needs, and desired results.

Using the information she collects, your surgeon will then create your surgical plan, which will include the techniques she plans on using, the anesthesia, and every other aspect of the procedure. If you are satisfied with the plan, you will meet with our Patient Coordinator to schedule your surgery. You will also be provided with some instructions to promote a higher potential of having a smooth surgery and recovery.

What to expect on the day of Brow Lift surgery

On the day of your surgery at Himmarshee Plastic Surgery in Fort Lauderdale, FL, after meeting with your surgeon and going over your procedure one more time, you will be administered general anesthesia so your brow lift procedure is more tolerable. In certain cases and with prior discussion, this procedure can also be performed under local anesthesia.

Once you are sedated, your surgeon will begin your surgery using the techniques that were discussed during the consultation.

A Brow Lift will typically take a few hours to perform the procedure, depending on the techniques your surgeon uses and the extent of the outcome you are looking to achieve.

Brow Lift Recovery

Your Brow Lift will be an outpatient procedure, which means most patients will be able to return home with the help of a family member or friend.. There will be some expected mild swelling and bruising, which should subside over the coming days. You will be provided post-operative instructions that will help make your recovery as easy and successful as possible.

During the first five days after your procedure, you are encouraged to have minimal activity, routinely apply ice to your forehead, and keep your head elevated to reduce the amount of swelling.

You may go on some light walks, as well as up and down stairs, on the first day post-surgery. If you are feeling well enough, you could potentially return to work in about 10 days, but you should plan on taking a few weeks off and expect to return to full activity only starting three weeks from the procedure.

As with all surgical procedures, there is some scarring from a brow lift procedure. However, the incisions are designed such that the scars will be hidden within or at the hairline.

Brow Lift Cost

How much does a Brow Lift cost in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

The cost of a Brow Lift in Fort Lauderdale will vary depending on multiple factors, including the techniques used, anesthesia costs, and clinical fees. To get an accurate estimate of the price, you should schedule your consultation with your surgeon so that she can create the best surgical plan for you. Our Patient Coordinator will then be able to provide you with the cost after your plan is created.

Rediscover your true self

Why choose Himmarshee Plastic Surgery?

Himmarshee Plastic Surgery is a practice that prioritizes the individual aesthetic goals of each patient, striving to achieve natural, timeless, and refined surgical results.

Dr. Savannah Moon and Dr. Stephanie Scurci are both board-certified by the American Board of Surgery (ABS). Following the completion of their comprehensive general surgery training, Dr. Savannah Moon and Dr. Stephanie Scurci went on to further specialize through a 3-year Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic in Florida, where they met and served as chief residents. In the course of their surgical training in South Florida, Dr. Moon and Dr. Scurci were in an ideal location to perform a vast range and quantity of aesthetic surgeries, developing expertise across a broad spectrum of procedures. Both Dr. Moon and Dr. Scurci are dedicated to achieving results that are subtle, elegant, and natural, tailored to each patient’s individual aesthetic aspirations.

Himmarshee Plastic Surgery boasts an on-site surgical suite committed to prioritizing safety and ensuring optimal patient care. Our surgical team includes a board-certified anesthesiologist and experienced nursing staff specializing in plastic surgery, providing a familiar and expert touch throughout your surgical journey. The on-site operating room not only provides convenience and accessibility but also guarantees privacy, a crucial element for our patients. All these factors align to make our on-site surgical suite a choice that combines safety, privacy, and convenience to create a concierge experience for our patients.

Brow Lift FAQ’S

It’s common to feel slight discomfort as well as a sensation of tightness throughout the forehead where the procedure took place. Swelling and bruising are typical during the first 10 days after surgery and are mostly resolved after about two weeks.

The recovery process should not be painful, and over-the-counter medication should be enough to provide you with relief, however, your surgeon will provide you with a recovery plan, including some temporary medications or prescriptions needed for an easier recovery.
The number of appointments needed for a Brow Lift varies with each of our patients, but your surgeon will discuss what your recovery should look like during your initial consultation to provide a better idea of what your personal appointment schedule will look like.

Most patients are requested to return for a few days post-surgery so your surgeon can monitor their recovery, remove the drain (if there is one), and redress bandages. Usually about 10 days after your procedure, the sutures will be removed.

Over the next six months, you can expect a few more appointments for follow-ups to monitor the progress of recovery and the satisfaction level of your Brow Lift.
Absolutely! Many of our Fort LauderdaleBrow Lift patients will combine their procedure with an eyelid surgery or a facelift for a renewed, youthful appearance. If you’re considering multiple procedures, please inform your surgeon of your goals at your initial consultation so that she can advise you about the best course of action to help you achieve your desired aesthetic results.
Although Dr. Savannah Moon and Dr. Stephanie Scurci are experienced and skilled plastic surgeons who take pride in their ability to provide a positive experience and with successful results, every surgery does come with its associated risks.

Below are some of the potential complications associated with a Brow Lift:
- Anesthesia risks
- Bleeding
- Deep venous thrombosis (blood clots) can result in pulmonary embolism with chest pain and shortness of breath (very rare)
- Elevated hairline
- Eye irritation or dryness
- Facial asymmetry
- Facial nerve injury with weakness or paralysis
- Fluid accumulation
- Infection
- Loss of hair around the incisions
- Numbness or other changes in skin sensation or intense itching
- Pain, which may persist
- Poor wound healing
- Possibility of revision surgery
- Skin loss
- Unfavorable scarring
If you experience any concerning or unexpected side effects, please contact our office immediately.

Schedule A Consultation

If you’d like to correct your forehead’s appearance from droopy and wrinkly to refreshed and smooth, a Brow Lift from Dr. Savannah Moon and/or Dr. Stephanie Scurci at Himmarshee Plastic Surgery can produce stunning results!

To schedule your one-on-one consultation, please contact our office to request an appointment, and a helpful member of our team will reach out to you and help you take the first step toward a more youthful appearance!