Merchant City Medical Group offers surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures, from our state of the art clinics throughout the UK & Europe.

Brow Lift & Forehead Lift Surgery

Refresh your appearance with expert brow and forehead lift surgery in Edinburgh. Our experienced plastic surgeons address drooping brows, forehead lines, and tired-looking eyes using precise techniques, delivering natural-looking results that restore a youthful, alert expression.

Procedure overview

TYPE OF ANAESTHETIC

Local or General

LENGTH OF SURGERY

1–2 Hours

HOSPITAL STAY

0–1 Day

RECOVERY

1 week off work, 6 weeks before strenuous exercise

Procedure Types

Also known as a minimal access brow lift, this method uses buried sutures to raise the outer brow, enhancing the upper face and eye area. Scars are minimal, hidden within the eyebrow or hairline, offering a less invasive option with subtle, natural results.

This technique involves removing a crescent of skin above the eyebrow, with the resulting scar typically hidden at the junction of the upper brow and skin. It provides reliable, long-lasting, and predictable results.

 

What to Expect

You can expect your eyebrows to be lifted, with initial overcorrection as some settling occurs over the first six months. A direct brow lift will leave scars along the brow line, which can take up to a year to fully settle, while thread lifts leave minimal scarring hidden in the hairline. Brow lifting also helps reduce hooding of the upper eyelids, enhancing a more youthful, alert appearance.

What are the risks?

The risks of a brow lift include bleeding, infection, and unpredictable scarring. Most scars heal well, but in some patients, redness can persist for up to 12 months. Thread lifts carry a small risk of temporary numbness in the hairline above the incisions. A slight asymmetry in brow position is also common and typically mild.

Excellence Record

Merchant City Medical Group is proud to be one of the leading providers of Hair Transplant Surgeries and Medical Aesthetics within the UK and Europe. With our extensive team of expert surgeons, nurse practitioners and consultants, you will be met with the utmost dedication and compassion throughout your journey with us.

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