- Gender
- Male
Description
This patient is undergoing a brow lift.
Brow lift surgery is planned differently for men than for women. A brow lifted too high or arched reads as feminized on a male face, so the goal here is a lower, flatter brow position that still opens up the eye without changing the overall character of the face. Men also tend to have thicker, more sebaceous forehead skin, which affects healing time and how visible any incision-related changes are during recovery. For more on how eyelid position and brow height are evaluated together for male patients specifically, see blepharoplasty and brow lift, or view more face gallery cases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is brow lift surgery different for men and women?
Yes. Brow height and shape are planned to stay proportional to the rest of the face, and a male brow is generally kept lower and flatter than a female brow to avoid an arched, feminized appearance.
How long does swelling last after a brow lift?
Visible swelling typically improves over the first few weeks, with final brow position continuing to settle over several months.
Is brow lift usually combined with eyelid surgery?
Often, since brow position and upper eyelid skin both affect how open or heavy the eye area looks. Which combination makes sense depends on the individual case.
How do I know if I need a brow lift, blepharoplasty, or both?
It depends on whether brow descent, excess upper eyelid skin, or both are contributing to the appearance you're looking to address. This is evaluated during a consultation.
