Brow Lift

As we age, the brow (forehead and eyebrows) tends to drop downward — causing excess skin above the eyelids and sometimes even blocking the ability to see a complete visual field. A heavy, sloping brow can also create a permanently stern expression.

Browplasty (Brow Lift)

A brow lift, also called a “forehead lift”, rejuvenates the brow and eyes by lifting the skin and smoothing out horizontal creases. The ideal youthful brow is thought to be positioned above the supraorbital rim with the lateral 1/3 slightly higher than the middle 2/3. If you’re considering a brow lift in the Upper East Side, the procedure is performed by board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Shari Reitzen.

What a Brow Lift Can Do

Reduce the appearance of horizontal forehead creases
Restore the natural position of the eyebrows
Elevate the brow line to achieve a younger look
Tighten excess skin of the forehead
Improves the appearance of sagging upper eyelids
Reduce the appearance of crow’s feet at the eyes
Deliver a refreshed, younger-looking appearance for the face

Why Get a Brow Lift?

A brow starts to become heavy as the skin gradually loses its elasticity with age. This loss of elasticity is a result of years of sun exposure, environmental factors, and repeated muscle movements that come with your expressions.

When this heavy brow begins to develop, it can change a person’s face that was once friendly and youthful-looking into an exhausted or harsh expression. This, of course, makes many people who are experiencing it unhappy. No one wants to look unfriendly. A brow lift has the ability to brighten the entire area — especially when combined with an eyelid lift or cosmetic injectables.

Brow Lift Surgical Details

A brow lift can be performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia and sedation, and takes 1-2 hours. The procedure involves elevating the brow to a more youthful position either endoscopically through small scalp incisions, or through an upper eyelid incision (often in conjunction with upper eyelid surgery). The type of anesthesia for your specific surgery and the technique to be used will be discussed during your consultation with Dr. Reitzen.

“I would highly recommend Dr. Reitzen, as she is an incredible surgeon with a great sense of how to make patients feel at ease.”

Muhammad S.

Recovery from a Brow Lift

You may have swelling, discomfort, and numbness at the incisions during recovery
You may ice the area for the first 48 hours
Sleep on your back with your head elevated for 5-7 days
Only light activities for the first week

Bandages and stitches are removed in one week
Most patients return to regular activities in one week
By week three, swelling and bruising should be nearly gone
More severe (and rare) risks include nerve injury, hair loss at the incisions, scarring, and infection

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Read What Our Patients Are Saying

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Reitzen and the exceptional care I received. From my very first consultation, she was incredibly attentive, taking the time to listen to my concerns, answer all my questions, and thoroughly explain the procedure. She made me feel completely at ease with her professionalism, expertise, and compassionate approach.

M.B.

Dr. Reitzen is an exceptional doctor, possessing all the qualities one would expect: caring, compassionate, empathetic, thorough, skilled, and knowledgeable, with excellent bedside manners. I am extremely grateful to her and her staff for the outstanding care they provided.

D.C.

I recently had otoplasty surgery and I am very pleased with the results. Dr. Reitzen was professional and warm, she explained in details the procedure and expectations. She answered any questions and concerns I had, the procedure was painless and she ensured that I was comfortable the entire time.

N.S.

I broke my nose many years ago causing me to have a deviated septum. Had difficulties breathing and horrific sinuses issues. Didn’t sleep well for years until now. I’m so grateful to have met Dr. Reitzen

F.P.

Who is a Candidate for a Brow Lift?

If you’re in the Upper East Side and you’re interested to see what a brow lift can do for you, you may be the ideal candidate. Individuals who make great patients for a forehead lift are men and women who:

Are bothered by their “permanent” sad, angry, severe, or tired expression
Want to improve forehead lines, crow’s feet, and sagging skin around the eyes
May be experiencing impaired vision due to excess skin
Are non-smokers in general good health

Do not have uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes, or bleeding/blood clotting disorders
Have realistic expectations for what a brow lift can accomplish
Fully understand the brow lift procedure, risks, recovery, and what to expect

Results

Brow lift results are typically apparent at three weeks. These results will progress each day, with the outcome finalized at four months. These results are long-lasting. Brow lift patients love their refreshed, more youthful appearance after brow lift surgery.

Brow Lift Surgery with Dr. Reitzen

Shari Reitzen, MD is a female facial plastic surgeon who is double board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. She serves Manhattan’s Upper East Side, delivering natural-looking results for the residents of New York and beyond. She is both a cosmetic expert and has an extensive ENT background. Dr. Reitzen puts her patients first and closely listens to them in order to achieve the desired results. Her goal is to safely deliver a natural look that doesn’t appear overdone.

Brow Lift FAQ

What is a brow lift?

What concerns can a brow lift address?

How is a brow lift performed?

What type of anesthesia is used and how long does the procedure take?

What is the recovery process like after a brow lift?

Are there any risks associated with a brow lift?

Who is a good candidate for a brow lift?

When will I see results after a brow lift?

Can a brow lift improve vision?

Can a brow lift be combined with other procedures?

What is a brow lift?

A brow lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to elevate the forehead and eyebrow area to create a smoother, more refreshed appearance and reduce signs of aging.

What concerns can a brow lift address?

This procedure can help improve forehead creases, sagging eyebrows, drooping upper eyelids, and a tired or stern facial expression caused by aging skin.

How is a brow lift performed?

A brow lift can be done using small incisions within the scalp or through the eyelid area, depending on the patient’s needs and the surgeon’s recommended approach.

What type of anesthesia is used and how long does the procedure take?

The surgery is typically performed under either local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, and usually takes about one to two hours.

What is the recovery process like after a brow lift?

Recovery may include temporary swelling, bruising, and numbness, with most patients resuming normal activities within about a week and continued healing over several weeks.

Are there any risks associated with a brow lift?

Potential risks include infection, scarring, temporary or rare nerve injury, and changes in hair growth near incision sites, though complications are uncommon.

Who is a good candidate for a brow lift?

Ideal candidates are generally healthy individuals experiencing sagging brows, forehead lines, or a consistently tired appearance, and who have realistic expectations for surgical outcomes.

When will I see results after a brow lift?

Initial improvements are usually noticeable within a few weeks, with final results becoming more refined over the course of several months.

Can a brow lift improve vision?

In some cases, lifting excess drooping forehead skin can help improve the upper field of vision when it has been obstructed.

Can a brow lift be combined with other procedures?

Yes, it is often combined with treatments such as eyelid surgery or non-surgical injectables to enhance overall facial rejuvenation.

Brow Lift

Browplasty (Brow Lift)

What a Brow Lift Can Do

Why Get a Brow Lift?

Brow Lift Surgical Details

“I would highly recommend Dr. Reitzen, as she is an incredible surgeon with a great sense of how to make patients feel at ease.”

Recovery from a Brow Lift

Schedule A Consultation

Read What Our Patients Are Saying

Who is a Candidate for a Brow Lift?

Results

Brow Lift Surgery with Dr. Reitzen

Brow Lift FAQ

What is a brow lift?

What concerns can a brow lift address?

How is a brow lift performed?

What type of anesthesia is used and how long does the procedure take?

What is the recovery process like after a brow lift?

Are there any risks associated with a brow lift?

Who is a good candidate for a brow lift?

When will I see results after a brow lift?

Can a brow lift improve vision?

Can a brow lift be combined with other procedures?

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