Introduction to Brow Lift

Brows are one of the defining facial features—they play an integral part in communication and delivering expressions. So, if you have sagging or droopy brows, it may cause others to think you are angry or sad when you are not. A Brow Lift from Dr. Michael Keyes at Celebrity Plastics in Miami, FL, can help give your face a more youthful appearance! If you are intrigued by this procedure, please read the information below.

What is a Brow Lift?

A Brow Lift, sometimes known as an eyebrow lift or forehead lift, raises the eyebrows to reduce wrinkles and frown lines while lifting any sagging skin.

Many people get a Brow Lift, which has cumulative effects on the facial anatomy associated with aging. This can be achieved by removing or changing the muscles and skin that create the drooping eyebrows, forehead furrows, and frown lines in the upper facial area.

When performing a brow lift, Dr. Keyes tightens the face’s skin, repositions the eyebrows to create a more flattering position, and removes any forehead wrinkles.

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Types of Brow Lifts

A Brow Lift generally includes one of the following:

Classic Lift

An incision is made along the aesthetically friendly eyebrows while shortening the forehead by removing a piece of skin and applying the incision. Shortening the forehead lowers the hairline, making it ideal for those with a more prominent forehead. The classic lift brings everything upwards from your eyebrows, addressing the shape and symmetry of your brows.

Coronal Lift

A Coronal lift is similar to the classic, except the incision is made on the crown of your head instead of the hairline. Though this method better hides the incision, it increases the height of the forehead, making it unsuitable for some.

Direct Brow Lift

A direct Brow Lift removes a piece of skin and tissue from above the eyebrows or in the forehead. This procedure is best for patients with severely drooping brows and significant forehead wrinkles, where Dr. Keyes can naturally hide the incision. It is also preferred for patients with extremely thin or balding hairlines. This technique will lift sagging brows by pulling the skin and tissue down, making it ideal for those with a receding hairline.

Endoscopic Lift

Endoscopic brow lifts use five small incisions hidden in the hairline to lift everything from the hairline to the eyebrows. This tightens and smooths the entire forehead while lifting the eyebrow area to help open up the upper face. This type of lift can also address eyebrow shape and asymmetry.

Dr. Keyes will make three to five short (<1 inch) scalp incisions behind the hairline during the procedure. He will then take an endoscope, a pencil-like camera connected to a monitor, and insert it through one of the incisions, allowing him to see the muscles and tissues under the skin. Dr. Keyes lifts the forehead skin through a different incision and alters the muscles and underlying tissues to produce a smooth appearance.

Sometimes, patients may also have their eyebrows lifted and secured into a higher position with sutures beneath the skin’s surface or temporarily fixated behind the hairline. This is an outpatient procedure with a short recovery period.

This lift type may not be best for someone with severe brow descent or heavier skin.

Dr. Keyes will discuss each lift so you can decide which technique is best for you.

What are the benefits of a Brow Lift?

Many of our Miami Brow Lift patients have discovered the following benefits:

  • It helps eliminate the “tired” or “angry” look
  • Improves vision by opening up the eyes
  • Improves the appearance of the forehead
  • A positive-looking expression
  • Long-lasting results
  • Reduces or eliminates forehead lines
  • Youthful rejuvenation in your looks
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What’s the First Step?

For a Brow Lift in Miami, FL, your first step is to speak with our Patient Care Coordinator to discuss your goals and an initial screening. Once this is complete, you can have a consultation with Dr. Keyes.

During the appointment, Dr. Keyes will examine your face and forehead, ask about your medical history, and create your surgical plan. If you are satisfied with your plan, you will meet with the Patient Coordinator to schedule your Brow Lift surgery.

What to expect on the day of Brow Lift surgery

For your surgery at Celebrity Plastics in Miami, FL, after meeting with Dr. Michael Keyes and going over your procedure one more time, he will make marks on your brow in front of a mirror so that you can see the anticipated final brow position. You will then meet with our Anesthesiologist, who will give you general anesthesia so your brow lift procedure is more tolerable.

Once you are sedated, Dr. Keyes will begin your surgery using the techniques discussed during the consultation. Please refer to the abovementioned methods to understand what will happen during each lift type.

A Brow Lift typically takes a few hours, depending on Dr. Keyes’s techniques and the extent of the outcome you hope to achieve.

Procedure Timeline

  • Consultation

    During your consultation, ask any questions and discuss your goals. Then, Dr. Keyes will examine your face and forehead. He will also need to know about your medical history for your unique treatment plan.

    Consultation

    During your consultation, ask any questions and discuss your goals. Then, Dr. Keyes will examine your face and forehead. He will also need to know about your medical history for your unique treatment plan.

  • Pre-operative preparation

    Before your surgical brow lift, you must perform some tests, such as lab work and an EKG, so that Dr. Keyes can ensure you have the safest outcome. We offer these tests at our facility for a small fee. You must get plenty of rest, consume high-protein shakes, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. You will need to pick up your prescriptions before your surgery. On the day of the procedure, we recommend not applying any lotions to your face after you shower and bring your prescriptions.

    Pre-operative preparation

    Before your surgical brow lift, you must perform some tests, such as lab work and an EKG, so that Dr. Keyes can ensure you have the safest outcome. We offer these tests at our facility for a small fee. You must get plenty of rest, consume high-protein shakes, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. You will need to pick up your prescriptions before your surgery. On the day of the procedure, we recommend not applying any lotions to your face after you shower and bring your prescriptions.

  • Surgery

    Dr. Keyes and our anesthesiologist will discuss the details with you and answer any lingering questions. Dr. Keyes will then make any markings he will use to guide your procedure before sending you to the Operating Room. A Brow Lift will usually take three to five hours.

    Surgery

    Dr. Keyes and our anesthesiologist will discuss the details with you and answer any lingering questions. Dr. Keyes will then make any markings he will use to guide your procedure before sending you to the Operating Room. A Brow Lift will usually take three to five hours.

  • Recovery

    Minimal activity is recommended, as is routinely applying ice and keeping your head elevated. Some experience bruising and swelling after surgery but are usually able to return to their normal routine in about two weeks. You should be able to return to total activity starting at three weeks postoperatively.

    Recovery

    Minimal activity is recommended, as is routinely applying ice and keeping your head elevated. Some experience bruising and swelling after surgery but are usually able to return to their normal routine in about two weeks. You should be able to return to total activity starting at three weeks postoperatively.

  • Post-operative appointments

    You will need to return a day after surgery so one of our nurses can monitor your recovery and change out bandages if needed. A week after this check-up, you will meet with Dr. Keyes so he can assess your recovery.

    Post-operative appointments

    You will need to return a day after surgery so one of our nurses can monitor your recovery and change out bandages if needed. A week after this check-up, you will meet with Dr. Keyes so he can assess your recovery.

Who Are the Best Candidates for the Brow Lift Procedure?

A Brow Lift is a great way to address a drooping brow, giving a patient’s eyes a heavy and tired appearance. Many patients can also have excess skin on their upper eyelids, creating an upset, angry, or tired look, and some patients have a subconscious inclination to frown. In addition to possessing these features, the best candidates for a Miami Brow Lift should have the following characteristics:

  • Aged 40 or above. This is when most people see more wrinkles, fine lines, and brow drooping.
  • Saggy eyebrows and wrinkled forehead.
  • Maintains realistic expectations of procedure outcome
  • No history of bleeding, clotting, or adverse reactions to anesthesia
  • No underlying medical conditions

Brow Lift Recovery

Your Brow Lift surgery will be an outpatient procedure, which means most patients can return home with the help of a family member or friend. We can also help arrange recovery at an aftercare facility if needed. Some mild swelling and bruising are expected, which should subside over the coming days. You will be provided post-operative instructions to help make your recovery as easy and successful as possible.

On the first postoperative day, patients may shower and wash their hair. For the first five days following your procedure, you are asked to have very little activity, ice your head, and keep it elevated to minimize swelling.

On the first day after surgery, you may take light walks climb, and descend stairs. If you are feeling well enough, you could return to work in about ten days, but you should plan on taking a few weeks off and expect to return to total activity in three weeks.

A brow lift may cause scarring; however, the incision area is near the hairline. Dr. Keyes can also recommend products that will help reduce the appearance of any scarring.

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How Much Does a Brow Lift Cost in Miami, FL?

The cost of a Browlift in Miami, FL, ranges between $5,499 and $9,999. The total price can vary based on the patient’s goals, medical needs, surgical technique, anesthesia costs, and surgeon fees. We recommend scheduling a consultation with Browlift expert Dr. Michael Keyes for a personalized cost estimate and detailed information about the procedure. During your consultation, our patient coordinator will provide a customized quote and answer any questions you may have.

The price range and procedure durations are only estimates; the final quote is provided after the consultation with Dr. Keyes. The price does not include anesthesia or facility fees. Fill out the short application below for a FREE Surgical Financing Consultation.

Why Choose Dr. Keyes?

Michael Keyes, M.D., has had his expertise highlighted in publications such as Vogue, Marie Claire, The New York Times, USA Today, andVox.com. As a member of the Social Media Subcommittee for the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Keyes has also shared his insights on the intersection of social media and plastic surgery at national conferences. His specialties include facial aesthetic procedures such as brow lifts, facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and non-invasive treatments like Botox and fillers.

Brow Lift FAQs

YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED BY THE BEST IN MIAMI

Is a Brow Lift painful?

Afterward, it’s usual to feel slight discomfort and a sensation of tightness throughout the forehead. Swelling and bruising are typical during the first ten days and should resolve after two weeks. 

The recovery process after our brow lift procedures should be easy. Over-the-counter medication should help, but Dr. Keyes will provide prescription medication if needed.

Dr. Keyes and our team follow the ERAS protocol to provide patients with the most comfortable and successful experience possible. Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols help with the physical recovery after surgical procedures by maintaining the function of organs and reducing the stress response followed by surgery. The primary components of ERAS include:

  • Pain control
  • Nausea prevention
  • Regional anesthesia
  • Anti-inflammatory medicines
  • Reducing surgical infections
  • Activity after surgery

How many appointments will I need?

The exact number of appointments needed for a Brow Lift varies, but Dr. Keyes will discuss what your recovery should look like during your consultation.

Patients are requested to return for a day after their surgery so one of our nurses can monitor their healing and redress bandages. You will meet with Dr. Keyes about a week after this check-up, with several more spaced out over the next six months to a year.

Over the next six months, you can expect several appointments to monitor your recovery progress.

How long until I see results?

Your results will be visible immediately after surgery, but over time, swelling will resolve, and the incision lines will fade. After six months, you should see optimal results.

Can I combine a Brow Lift with other procedures?

Yes, a lot of our Miami Brow Lift patients combine their procedure with Eyelid Surgery or a Facelift to achieve a youthful appearance.

What are the risks associated with a Brow Lift?

Even though Dr. Keyes is an experienced plastic surgeon who takes pride in providing a positive experience and successful results, every surgical procedure has associated risks. 

While exceedingly rare, 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

Please contact our office immediately if you experience any concerning or unexpected side effects.