Facial Surgery
Brow Lift (Forehead Lift)
A brow lift (forehead lift) is a surgical procedure that repositions drooping eyebrows to their natural anatomical height, smooths deep forehead wrinkles, and softens frown lines between the brows — delivering a refreshed, open-eyed appearance that no injectable treatment can replicate with lasting effect. As we age, the combined effect of gravity, muscle laxity, and skin elasticity loss causes the brows to gradually descend. When the eyebrows drop below the superior orbital rim, this is clinically referred to as brow ptosis — creating a heavy, tired, or stern expression. A brow lift restores the brows to their ideal anatomical position, releases the muscles responsible for frown lines, and removes excess forehead skin. Unlike Botox, whose effect lasts 3 to 6 months, a brow lift produces a structural correction lasting 5 to 10 years.
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Overview
A brow lift (forehead lift) is a surgical procedure that repositions drooping eyebrows to their natural anatomical height, smooths deep forehead wrinkles, and softens frown lines between the brows — delivering a refreshed, open-eyed appearance that no injectable treatment can replicate with lasting effect. As we age, the combined effect of gravity, muscle laxity, and skin elasticity loss causes the brows to gradually descend. When the eyebrows drop below the superior orbital rim, this is clinically referred to as brow ptosis — creating a heavy, tired, or stern expression. A brow lift restores the brows to their ideal anatomical position, releases the muscles responsible for frown lines, and removes excess forehead skin. Unlike Botox, whose effect lasts 3 to 6 months, a brow lift produces a structural correction lasting 5 to 10 years.
Key Benefits
- Lasting repositioning of drooping eyebrows
- Smooths deep forehead wrinkles and frown lines
- Refreshed, open-eyed, naturally youthful appearance
- Structural correction of brow ptosis beyond the orbital rim
- Results lasting 5 to 10 years — far exceeding injectables
Exclusive Techniques
- Mastery of all three techniques: endoscopic, coronal, temporal
- Can be combined with Deep Plane Facelift or upper blepharoplasty
Ideal Candidates
Ideal Candidates
- Ptotic (drooping) eyebrows resting at or below the superior orbital rim
- Heavy or tired-looking upper face of frontal origin
- Deep horizontal forehead wrinkles resistant to injectable treatments
- Pronounced glabellar frown lines
- Fronto-brow asymmetry
- Desire for a lasting result beyond botulinum toxin
Contraindications
- Patients whose upper eyelid excess is isolated and not related to brow descent
- Patients unwilling to accept even well-concealed hairline scars
- Active smokers unable to cease for at least 4 weeks pre and post-operatively
- Patients with contraindications to general anaesthesia
Procedure
Duration: 1.5 to 2.5 hours
1
Pre-operative consultation
Full facial analysis in seated and reclined positions, standardised photography, blood panel.
2
Preparation
General anaesthesia, day-surgery or one-night admission.
3
Surgical phase
Incisions per chosen technique, forehead tissues elevated in subperiosteal plane, corrugator muscles released, tissues secured in new position.
4
Recovery and discharge
Compression dressing applied, discharge same day or following morning.
Recovery
Recovery timeline
Days 1–3
Swelling, bruising, and tension across the forehead and upper eyelid area. Mild discomfort managed with analgesics. Semi-reclined resting position recommended.
Days 4–10
Progressive swelling reduction. Non-absorbable sutures removed between days 7–10. Possible temporary scalp numbness.
Weeks 2–4
Bruising resolves. Return to desk work and light activities. No strenuous exercise.
Months 1–3
Continuous improvement. Final brow and forehead shape consolidates. Scars fade within the hairline.
Long term
Lasting result: 5–10 years on average, significantly exceeding any injectable alternative.
Post-operative care
- No hair washing for the first 5 days
- Full sun protection once resumed
Important restrictions
- No intense sport for 3–4 weeks
- Avoid heat exposure (sauna, hammam) for 6 weeks
Expected Results
Results timeline
Progressive results, final shape at 3 months
Longevity
5 to 10 years on average
What to expect
- More open, rested, and naturally youthful upper face
- Brows at their ideal anatomical height
- Forehead smoothed
- Frown lines softened
- Result significantly exceeding any injectable alternative
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Pricing
Starting from
20 000 MAD
Prices shown are estimates and may vary depending on the complexity of your case. A personalized quote will be provided during your consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Botox temporarily relaxes forehead and brow muscles for 3 to 6 months. A brow lift is a structural surgical correction repositioning the brow and underlying tissues for a lasting result — typically 5 to 10 years. Only surgery provides durable correction of genuine brow ptosis.
Yes. In patients where brow descent creates a false excess of upper eyelid skin, Dr. Fathi may perform both a brow lift and an upper blepharoplasty in the same session.
With the endoscopic technique, all incisions are within the hairline and become imperceptible once healed. With the coronal technique, the scar is longer but equally concealed in the scalp.
Dr. Fathi's approach targets the natural anatomical position of the brows and is specifically calibrated to avoid an exaggerated appearance. The pre-operative consultation includes a visual simulation exercise.
Most patients return to desk or remote work within 7 to 10 days. Public-facing roles may benefit from waiting until day 14.
Temporary scalp numbness is common following a brow lift, resolving spontaneously over several weeks to months without permanent sensory deficit.
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