Brow Lift in Orange County

Forehead Lift

A brow lift is a minimally-invasive endoscopic procedure in which loose tissues are pulled taut to remove the signs of aging from the brow and forehead. This surgery can correct a descending brow and improve vision.

Reasons to Choose a Brow Lift

Patients who struggle with a descending brow or aging on the forehead and upper areas of the face are often candidates for a brow lift. By tightening loose tissues, which cause the eye area to look closed off and aged, the surgical team at UC Irvine in Orange County can improve your vision and help your eyes to appear more vibrant.

In order to undergo a brow lift in Orange County, you should be a healthy, nonsmoker and have realistic expectations for the outcome of the procedure. Patients who have reasonable goals for their brow lift surgery are pleased with the results and experience improved self-confidence.

FAQ About a Brow Lift in Orange County

We’ve listed some of the most common questions about a forehead lift in Orange County. If you need more information, please contact UC Irvine plastic surgery.

How does it work?

At UC Irvine in Orange County, brow lift surgeries are usually completed using the endoscopic technique. For this technique, smaller and fewer incisions are made than would be necessary with a traditional brow lift. This can improve the result and minimize healing time for many patients.

To begin, your plastic surgeon will make a few small incisions within your hairline. Through these incisions, your plastic surgeon can insert a small instrument called an endoscope, which allows him to see the underlying structures of your face.

Using careful techniques, your plastic surgeon will use this unique vantage point to tighten the underlying tissues of your face, pulling them more taut. In some cases, a conservative amount of loose tissue may be removed to achieve the desired result. When your plastic surgeon has tightened the structures of your face naturally and elevated the brow to a more youthful position, the incisions will be closed with sutures and a bandage will be applied.

What happens after surgery?

When you leave your surgery, you will need someone to take you home and stay with you for at least 24 hours. Your activity will be limited for the first few days of your recovery, but you will be expected to walk shortly after surgery. You will wear a bandage for several days to protect the incision sites from infection. You may experience some swelling and discomfort, but your plastic surgeon will prescribe medication to manage any pain.

It can take several weeks for the swelling from your brow lift to completely dissipate, but you should be able to return to work after one to two weeks. Over time, the minimal scarring will fade, but your plastic surgeon has taken care to hide them in your hairline.

Why should I choose UC Irvine for a brow lift?

UC Irvine is the ideal choice for your brow lift because of the perks of having a consultation, procedure and recovery in one location and because of the strengths of the surgical staff. Our team is well-versed in a range of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures and they stay up to date on advances in aesthetic surgery. This helps you to rest-assured that the treatment you receive will be safe, efficient and provide you with the best aesthetic results.

What are the most common risks involved with a brow lift?

While complications from an endoscopic brow lift are rare, they can include issues like infection, scarring and itching, among others. If you have questions about possible risks, please ask your plastic surgeon about them during your consultation.

We encourage you to learn about your options for a brow lift in southern California. Please contact the surgical team at UC Irvine to schedule your consultation. Please call us at 714‐456‐3077 or send us an email using our online contact form.