A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is a surgical procedure designed to rejuvenate the upper face by elevating the brows, smoothing forehead wrinkles, and reducing heaviness over the eyes. Over time, the brows naturally descend due to gravity and the aging process, which can create a tired, stern, or even unhappy appearance. This change can also crowd the upper eyelid area, sometimes affecting vision.

By restoring the brow to a more youthful position and softening lines in the forehead and between the brows, a brow lift can create a brighter, more open expression while maintaining a natural look — never “overdone” or surprised.

Procedure Details

Dr. Morrin customizes every brow lift based on the patient’s anatomy, goals, and degree of brow descent. She is experienced in multiple surgical techniques, including:

  • Endoscopic Brow Lift: Uses small incisions hidden in the hairline and a camera-assisted approach for precise tissue repositioning and minimal scarring.
  • Hairline Brow Lift: Places the incision along the hairline to avoid raising the hairline position, ideal for patients with higher foreheads.
  • Coronal Brow Lift: Uses a longer incision across the scalp to allow full access for tissue adjustment — generally reserved for select cases.
  • Direct Brow Lift: Involves an incision just above the eyebrows to directly elevate and reshape the brow. This technique is especially effective for patients with significant brow droop, or those seeking a more targeted correction.

Brow lift surgery can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation or under general anesthesia, and is often combined with complementary procedures such as upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), facelift, or skin resurfacing for more comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

Who Is a Candidate?

A brow lift may be right for you if you:

  • Have brows that have descended, causing heaviness over the eyes
  • Experience crowding or bunching of skin in the upper eyelid area
  • Have deep horizontal forehead lines or frown lines
  • Appear tired, stern, or unhappy even when you feel well-rested
  • Wish to achieve a more open, youthful expression
  • Are in good general health and have realistic expectations

Recovery Timeline

Recovery varies depending on the technique used, but in most cases:

  • Day 1: Soft dressing and, if present, a small drain are removed
  • Days 5–7: Sutures removed
  • 1–2 Weeks: Most patients feel comfortable returning to work and social activities; bruising and swelling diminish
  • 2–3 Weeks: Cleared for most normal activities, including light exercise
  • 2 Months: Approximately 75% healed; final brow position continues to refine
  • 6 Months: Full recovery and scar maturation

Patients are advised to keep their head elevated, avoid pressure on the forehead, and follow Dr. Morrin’s detailed aftercare instructions to ensure optimal healing.

What Results Can I Expect?

Following a brow lift, patients typically notice that their eyes look more open, their expression appears friendlier and more approachable, and forehead lines are significantly softened. Incisions are carefully placed to be as discreet as possible, and scars generally fade well over time. Results are long-lasting, though the natural aging process will continue.

Why Patients Choose Dr. Morrin

As a fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Morrin combines advanced surgical skill with an artistic understanding of facial proportions. Her brow lift approach is focused on precision and subtlety, ensuring the brows are restored to a youthful position without overcorrection. Patients appreciate her attention to detail, ability to create natural results, and commitment to comprehensive care before, during, and after surgery.