What it is:
Removal of loose/sagging forehead skin to lift drooping eyebrows
Who is a candidate?
- People with excess skin on their forehead and drooping eyebrows
- People who feel that heavy brows make them look tired or angry
Average length of procedure?
* 30 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on the type of browlift
Type of anesthesia?
Local, sedation, or general, depending on the type of browlift
Will you need to stay in hospital overnight?
No
How long will you need to take off from work/school?
Average is 1 week or less; while it is possible to return to work or school in less than a week, you may have bruising around your eyes (black eyes)
What types of restrictions are there after surgery?**
- Return immediately to non-strenuous activities which do not raise your heart rate or blood pressure, and won’t result in breaking into a sweat
- Resume strenuous activities in 2 weeks
Is the procedure covered by insurance?
If drooping eyebrow skin is blocking your vision, an eye doctor will test your vision to determine if surgery is medically necessary and therefore covered by insurance
Other details:
- You may shower 24 hours after surgery
- Stitches will be removed 1 week after surgery
* Times may vary since each case is unique
** Check with your health care provider about your specific restrictions