Posted by Dr. Julian De Silva | December 30th, 2021
Knowing the eyebrow lift cost in London helps you determine if the treatment suits your needs.
People will often focus on enhancing the appearance of their eyes since they are the window to the soul. However, unpleasant-looking brows can overpower your eyes’ beauty. You may have beautiful eyes, but unnatural eyebrows can easily negate that.
The solution may be an eyebrow lift. Knowing the effects of getting a brow lift in London can help you make an informed decision regarding the surgery.
In this article, I’ll talk about what a brow lift is, its benefits, and the ideal candidates for the procedure. I’ll also show you testimonials and before and after photos from some of my London clients.
People with excellent health are often ideal candidates for brow lifts.
A brow lift can be a permanent solution to your problems.
A youthful brow is typically found above the orbital rim and has a lateral gradual arch. Its lateral or tail end is often higher than its medial end.
However, as a person becomes older, the brows become flat and shift into a horizontal position. This results in saggy brows― a condition that makes a person look dull and old.
A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, browplasty, or forehead rejuvenation, is a cosmetic procedure used to lift the eyebrows. It mainly aims to enhance the appearance of the brow and forehead area. It does this by lifting the skin and tissue of the brow and forehead.
There are different techniques your plastic surgeon can use to perform a brow lift. This surgery typically involves making incisions on the scalp. However, incisions must sometimes be made on the upper lids and/or forehead.
Each year, thousands of people, including London celebrities, undergo brow lifting surgeries. This makes them one of the most popular forms of plastic surgery.
Brow lift methods mainly vary according to location and length of incisions. The best method varies per patient. Consult our office to know which method is the best for you and whether you should combine it with other cosmetic procedures such as a facelift, neck lift, or eyelid surgery.
A brow lift is a life-changing procedure that provides many benefits to the client:
Low, sagging eyebrows can make you look tired and angry, causing other people to make negative assumptions about you. They might think that you are not approachable or friendly, preventing you from making new connections. With the reduction of saggy brows and under-eye wrinkles, patients have reported looking younger and friendlier.
Your eyes may be attractive, but low, sagging eyebrows can create more fullness above your eyes, grab attention and ruin your look. Resolving the issue with your brows can produce positive changes to your face overall.
Additionally, raising your eyebrows opens your eyes more, generally speaking more open eyes look larger and brighter. This emphasizes the beauty of your eyes, as it takes unnecessary attention from your brows away. In short, your brows can’t distract people anymore.
Forehead lines and wrinkles are among the most prominent signs of ageing. When you have a lower brow, your face adapts by using your forehead to lift the area resulting in more forehead lines. While fine lines and wrinkles are a natural part of getting old, a lift can smooth them out by reducing the need for you to lift this area.
The procedure can also get rid of the vertical and horizontal lines between and across the brow. Your frown lines will disappear, making your face look smoother and younger.
Injectable treatments like dermal fillers can smooth out wrinkles and lift your brows. However, the results are only temporary. The results are also more limited compared to eyebrow lifting surgery.
A lift can achieve the results of any injectable treatment and more. For one, the brow lifts performed at my clinic produce natural-looking, long-lasting results. Many of my patients enjoy the results for a lifetime.
Saggy brows can cause an individual to become dismayed at their appearance and lose self-confidence in themselves. Constantly worrying about your appearance can be a drain on your mental and physical well-being.
Low self-confidence has negative consequences. It can affect your self-esteem, work performance, and relationships. Combat the physical characteristics that you dislike and reduce the worry in your life.
If you have low brows, you face adapts by using your forehead to lift the brow area, this can result in forehead horizontal lines. However botox in this area can result in the brow dropping a further 1-2mm, this can result in very heavy brows and fullness in the upper eyelid, and in some people can reduce vision. Many patients over the years have come to see me with “failed botox” as a result of low brows. Lifting the brows to a normal position means that there are less lines in your forehead and you can have botox in the future.
A lift can achieve the results of any injectable treatment and more. For one, the brow lifts performed at my clinic produce natural-looking, long-lasting results. Many of my patients enjoy the results for a lifetime.
People aged 40 or above who are in good health are typically excellent candidates for brow lift surgery. At this age range, people’s brow lines usually start to droop, and wrinkles start to develop around the brow. However, a few people in their late 20s or 30s may need a lift, especially if brow-related problems run in their families.
Ideal candidates for brow lifts have realistic expectations. They are also committed to following the cosmetic surgeon’s post-surgery care instructions.
If you experience at least one of the following issues, you may be an ideal candidate for a brow and forehead lift:
There are three main types of surgeries― open, endoscopic, and limited incision brow lift. We will explore details of the different surgeries later in the text.
You must choose the right surgeon and get a consultation before a brow lift.
There are several things you need to consider before proceeding. First, you need to choose the best cosmetic surgeon. Then, you need to schedule a consultation.
Choosing the Right Surgeon
A surgical brow lift is a procedure that involves complex techniques near the delicate eye area. For these reasons, patients must identify a highly qualified cosmetic surgeon.
The first step is choosing a board-certified cosmetic or plastic surgeon, as they will invest in top-quality standards and best surgical practices. They also use the latest technologies and techniques. On top of that, board-certified plastic surgeons continue to educate themselves to upgrade their surgical knowledge and skills.
In addition, you must choose a cosmetic surgeon with a proven track record. The right surgeon for you must have excellent reviews, credentials, and a gallery of before and after photos.
You must also consider the surgeon’s experience. The more experience a plastic surgeon has, the less likely it is for you to experience complications.
Consultation
During the pre-operative consultation at our office, you will have the chance to share your needs, concerns, and goals. We’ll talk about your goals, medical history, and current condition. Based on these, I will determine whether you are fit for an eyebrow lift and explain your potential results.
Then, I will evaluate your face and note your skin and muscle condition. After that, we can determine the best treatment plan for you. I may also suggest complementing procedures based on my assessment, including a deep plane facelift, rhinoplasty, and/or a neck lift.
If possible, you should bring along photos of yourself from your younger days. These photos can serve as an excellent reference point when discussing your cosmetic goals and how the procedure will work.
In general, a qualified plastic surgeon will do the following during a consultation:
Your cosmetic surgeon will make an incision and stitch it up during a brow lift.
Lifting your brows involves getting incisions in designated areas. The duration of your brow lift depends on the type of surgery best suited for you. It can go longer if there are complementary procedures needed.
First, I will make markings on your face indicating the location of the incisions. You will then receive anaesthesia to numb the area and provide relief.
In this section, I will explain how each type of brow lift typically goes.
Endoscopic Brow Lift
During an endoscopic brow lift, I insert an 3D camera (termed an endoscope: a long, thin tube with a light at its end affixed to a camera) through tiny incisions on the scalp.
The endoscope allows me to see and work on the several internal structures of the forehead. This technique results in small and minimal scars, all hidden with the hair. This is a modern way of completing brow lift surgery as it does hide scars within the hair.
During an direct brow lift, I will make a long incision at the upper border of the brows. This technique is helpful for people who have receding hair or baldness. I will lift the skin away from the underlying tissues.
After doing this, I will loosen the muscles and remove fat. I will also remove excess skin. Depending on your case, I may reposition muscle and tissue as well.
Once the lifting is complete, the remaining skin and stitch the brow into its new placement. The scar is often pink initially and with time hides at the upper border of the brow.
This older technique involved a large scar in the hair along the top of your head. It is less commonly used as it is considerably more involved that the endoscopic or direct brow lift. Other techniques often result in faster healing and more discreet scars.
Since many brow and forehead lift procedures occur along with upper eyelid surgery, the incisions will finish the brow and forehead lift. This treats the lines between the eyebrows and elevates the internal structure of the brows.
You need to take care of yourself after an eyebrow lift.
After your eyebrow lifting surgery, I, or a staff member, will dress your forehead to minimize swelling. I will then give you specific instructions on how to take care of your incisions. Follow these instructions closely for a speedy recovery.
As your scars heal, you might feel itchy and numb, but these symptoms will lessen over time. As a rule of thumb, you must not do any intense physical activity such as running or lifting for a few days after the surgery. You can do less intense activities such as daily chores.
Keep in mind that your bruising and swelling might last for a few weeks. Your scars will fade over time if you follow my post-op instructions.
There are several things you must do after getting an eyebrow lift. You need to take care of yourself and closely follow your surgeon’s aftercare instructions. You also need to be aware of the risks of a brow lift.
Here are the usual post-op care instructions that surgeons give to patients:
As with any surgery, a brow lift includes some risks, including:
An eyebrow lift cost in London depends on various factors like facility type and consultation fee.
The cost of getting an eyebrow lift in London varies depending on several factors. These factors include:
Since the factors vary so broadly, you should ask your surgeon for details of all charges, including the fees for follow-up consultations.
Remember, health insurance usually doesn’t cover cosmetic procedures. If you’re not sure about your case, ask your cosmetic doctor and health insurance provider first.
You must evaluate the cosmetic surgeon and the staff to ensure you get quality care.
You must evaluate the cosmetic surgeon and the staff to ensure you get quality care.
Here are some tips to ensure that you receive high-quality care and fair pricing in the UK:
Patient Before and After 1: This Asian doctor had a tired, heavy look when she came to me. After full eye surgery, she looked younger and more alive.
Patient Before and After 2: This young Asian lady had monolids and an older-looking appearance when she came to me. After full eye surgery, she looked better and refreshed.
Patient Before and After 3: This Caucasian woman had a tired look when she came to me. After full eye surgery, she looked younger. Her skin became smoother, too.
Here are some testimonials from my patients:
“I really wanted to get my eyes done but the first surgeon I had seen said I was a poor candidate. Dr De Silva had no reservations at all and recommended a brow lift as well. He was absolutely right and the whole procedure went very smoothly. I had a headache from the sedation (I didn’t hear or see anything – I might as well have been under a general anaesthetic) but that passed by the evening of the day of surgery. I was very well informed about what to expect and aftercare was made very easy. I’m thrilled with my results and have booked in to have my lower face done too in the autumn with Dr De Silva and his team. I highly recommend him.”
Source: BirdEye
“I had an upper and lower blepharoplasty and a brow lift in March 2019 and I am so pleased with the results. I had lost quite a bit of weight so had lots of sagging skin. This op has made a huge difference to my appearance. I would certainly recommend Dr De Silva.”
Source: RealSelf
“I am a trained ophthalmologist and GP myself and took a very long time to research the best and famous surgeons available in London. Knowing how many things potentially could go wrong stopped me from having done blepharoplasty earlier, so I opted for eyebrow lift to start with. However it didn’t completely resolve my problems with heavy and Asian eyelids. After keeping a track of Dr De Silva’s reviews for a few years (yes, years – not months!) I was reassured that he is The Surgeon to go to. The whole process was like a dream: safe, very straightforward, very professional, most accommodating- I have little children and a busy professional life, and caring. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic in the country there was not a moment that I didn’t feel safe and protected. After meeting Dr De Silva face to face for the first time I knew I made the right choice. His second to none expertise, experience and very pleasant manner gave me confidence and trust I needed to make the final step. The surgery went perfectly smooth as expected of course and the results are spectacular. Not only 10 years were wiped off my face, but it looks natural! I guess the best compliment to the doctor is when the happy patient comes back for more and I am definitely coming back.”
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With over 22 years of experience and a total of 1,530 reviews with an average rating of 5/5 stars, I am proud to be one of the best cosmetic surgeons in London.
A brow lift can help solve problems that have been bothering you for years. It can relieve constant stress, increase your confidence, and remove years from your face.
If you’re planning on having a brow lift, contact our London office for a consultation now!
Renowned expert in Facial Cosmetic and Plastic Surgery. Signature techniques in Blepharoplasty, Rhinoplasty and Facelift surgery. Expert in revision surgery and in natural looking results
