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, Dr. Pace will provide you with a postoperative 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 patient. Still, Dr. Pace 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 asked to return a few days post-surgery so Dr. Pace can monitor their recovery, remove the drain (if there is one), and redress bandages. Usually, about 10 days after your procedure, any remaining 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, however, there will still be some potential swelling and bruising. Over the next few weeks, your post-surgical swelling should subside on its own and the incision lines will continue to fade over time.

Can I combine a Brow Lift with other procedures?

Absolutely! Many of our Greensboro Brow Lift patients will combine their procedure with Eyelid Surgery or a Facelift for a renewed, youthful appearance. If you’re considering multiple procedures, please inform Dr. Pace of your goals at your initial consultation so that he 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?

Dr. Pace is a board-certified plastic surgeon who takes pride in producing safe successful results, but since every surgery does come with its associated risks, our team believes in providing our patients with the pros and cons of each procedure. 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 Greensboro, NC | Dr. Collier pace

What is a brow lift?
Who are the best candidates?
What are the benefits?
What’s the first step?
What to expect?
Recovery
How much does it cost?
Faqs

Introduction to Brow Lift

As one of the more defining facial features, your eyebrows and forehead 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 incorrect mood; thinking perhaps you are angry or sad when you are not. A Brow Lift in Greensboro from Dr. Collier Pace 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.

What is a Brow Lift?

A Brow Lift, also referred to as a 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 either removing or changing the muscles and skin that create drooping eyebrows, forehead furrows, and frown lines in the upper facial area.

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

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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. During the procedure, Dr. Pace will lift everything upward from your eyebrows and will address your brow shape and symmetry. 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.

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 or in the forehead. This procedure is best for a patient with a drooping brow droop or significant forehead wrinkles. It is preferred for patients with an extremely thin or balding hairline.

This technique effectively lifts a sagging brow through tightening and smoothing by pulling the skin and tissue of the forehead down rather than up – making this an ideal method of lowering a receding hairline and/ or high forehead. This procedure can also address eyebrow shape and asymmetry. Dr. Pace will take great care when positioning the scar and fully camouflaging it along your eyebrows.

Endoscopic Lift

The Endoscopic Lift is a popular technique that only requires five small incisions that are hidden in the hairline, leaving no visible scar. The 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. Dr. Pace will discuss the pros and cons of each technique so that you can determine which option is the best choice.

What are the benefits of a Brow Lift?

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

Creates a more refreshed look
Helps improve vision by opening up your eyes
Improves the appearance of the forehead
Less negative social feedback with a positive-looking expression
Long-lasting results
Reduces the sagging in upper eyelids
Removes excess skin
Reduces or completely eliminates forehead lines

Who are the best candidates for the Brow Lift procedure?

Anyone feeling the need to get a Brow Lift in Greensboro can be a viable candidate for the procedure. Still, at Greensboro Plastic Surgery, we have some recommendations on who makes the best candidates:

Aged 40 or above.
Sagging eyebrows and wrinkled forehead.
Maintaining realistic expectations of procedure outcome
No history of bleeding, clotting, or negative reactions to anesthesia
No underlying medical conditions

What’s the first step?

If you are looking into a Brow Lift in Greensboro, NC, your first step is to schedule your consultation with board-certified Dr. Collier Pace. During the appointment, you can ask questions about the procedure, discuss your aesthetic goals, and have Dr. Pace examine your face and forehead. He 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 he collects, Dr. Pace will then create your surgical plan, which will include the techniques he 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 help you have a smooth surgery and recovery.

What to expect on the day of Brow Lift surgery

On the day of your surgery at Greensboro Plastic Surgery, after meeting with Dr. Collier Pace and going over your procedure one more time, you will be administered general anesthesia. Hence, 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, Dr. Pace will begin your surgery using the techniques that were discussed during the consultation.

Brow Lift can take between one and three hours to perform.

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; if need be, we can help arrange for recovery at an aftercare facility. 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.

Patients may shower and wash their hair on the first postoperative day. During the first five days after your procedure, you are encouraged to limit your 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 return to work in about 10 days, but you should plan on taking a few weeks off and expect to return to full activity starting around three to four weeks from the procedure.

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

How much does a Brow Lift cost in Greensboro, NC?

The cost of a Brow Lift in Greensboro 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 Dr. Pace so that he 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.

Why Choose Dr. Pace?

Given the number of plastic surgery options sprouting around, we understand that choosing the best match for your treatment is a difficult decision. Greensboro Plastic Surgery is a practice that will make you feel heard and safe before even attempting to propose a treatment plan, thanks to the guidance that comes from Dr. Pace’s breadth of experience internationally and from his rigorous training by leaders in the field and at reputable institutions.

Dr. Collier Pace is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) and is an active member of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), which is one of the most prestigious Plastic Surgery societies in the US. He received his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and has been in practice since 2016. He specializes in aesthetic/cosmetic plastic surgery, hand, and facial plastic, and reconstructive surgery.

Schedule your consultation

If you’d like to correct your forehead’s appearance and achieve a refreshed and smooth look, a Brow Lift from Dr. Collier Pace at Greensboro 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!

Brow Lift FAQs

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, Dr. Pace will provide you with a postoperative plan, including some temporary medications or prescriptions needed for an easier recovery.
The number of appointments needed for a Brow Lift varies with each patient. Still, Dr. Pace 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 asked to return a few days post-surgery so Dr. Pace can monitor their recovery, remove the drain (if there is one), and redress bandages. Usually, about 10 days after your procedure, any remaining 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 Greensboro Brow Lift patients will combine their procedure with Eyelid Surgery or a Facelift for a renewed, youthful appearance. If you’re considering multiple procedures, please inform Dr. Pace of your goals at your initial consultation so that he can advise you about the best course of action to help you achieve your desired aesthetic results.
Dr. Pace is a board-certified plastic surgeon who takes pride in producing safe successful results, but since every surgery does come with its associated risks, our team believes in providing our patients with the pros and cons of each procedure. 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.

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