Brow Lift

A brow lift is a surgical procedure that raises sagging eyebrows to open up the eyes, reduce hooding, and soften a tired, heavy, or stern look. It is also called an eyebrow lift, forehead lift, or browplasty. At Arsenault Aesthetics in Lakewood Ranch, brow lift surgery is performed in our office under local anesthetic by Dr. Jennifer Brammeier, a double board-certified dermatologic surgeon. The result is a refreshed, natural look with discreet scars.

A brow lift repositions the brows to a higher, more youthful position. This lifts heavy skin off the upper eyelids, opens up the eyes, and can soften frown lines and forehead creases. Many people with low brows raise their eyebrows all day without realizing it, which deepens forehead lines. A brow lift takes that strain away and gives the face a more rested, alert expression.

The terms are often used the same way. A forehead lift usually refers to lifting the entire forehead, often through incisions in the hairline. A brow lift focuses on the brows themselves. At Arsenault Aesthetics, Dr. Brammeier performs a Direct Brow Lift, which raises the brow through a small incision just above the brow hairs.

Common brow lift techniques include temporal, hairline, and endoscopic brow lifts. At Arsenault Aesthetics, Dr. Brammeier performs the Direct Brow Lift. She removes a small strip of skin just above the eyebrow hairs and lifts the brow to a higher, more refreshed position. This technique gives precise control over brow height and shape, and it can be done comfortably in our office under local anesthetic.

After the area is numbed with a local anesthetic, Dr. Brammeier makes a carefully placed incision along the upper edge of the brow hairs, where it blends into the natural brow line. She removes a small amount of excess skin, then lifts and secures the brow tissue in its new position. The incisions are closed with fine sutures. You are awake and comfortable the whole time, and you go home the same day.

You may be a good candidate if your brows sit low or flat, your upper lids look heavy because the brow is pushing down on them, you have deep lines between your brows or across your forehead, or people often tell you that you look tired or upset. Good candidates are in generally good health and do not smoke. Dr. Brammeier will examine your brows, lids, and forehead together to confirm a brow lift is the right choice.

Yes. Men often have heavier, lower brows that can make them look tired, stern, or angry. A brow lift can create a more alert, approachable look while keeping a natural, flatter masculine brow shape. Dr. Brammeier takes care to avoid an over-arched or "surprised" result, which matters especially for men. Because the incision sits along the upper edge of the brow, a thinning or receding hairline is not a concern.

Brow lift surgery at Arsenault Aesthetics is performed by Dr. Jennifer Brammeier, DO, FAAD, FACMS, FASDS, a double board-certified dermatologic surgeon. She specializes in Mohs surgery and complex closures on the face, so careful incision placement and discreet scars are central to her work. Dr. Brammeier sees patients at our Lakewood Ranch office, serving Sarasota, Bradenton, and the surrounding area.

Dr. Jennifer Brammeier performs the Direct Brow Lift at Arsenault Aesthetics in Lakewood Ranch, located at 9023 Town Center Pkwy, Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202. Our office is near University Park and an easy drive from Sarasota, Bradenton, and Parrish. Your brow lift is done right in our office under local anesthetic, so there is no hospital visit. Call (941) 264-1161 to schedule your complimentary consultation.

The cost of a brow lift depends on the technique and whether it is combined with another procedure, such as eyelid surgery. Because Dr. Brammeier performs brow lifts in our office under local anesthetic, you avoid hospital, operating room, and general anesthesia fees. You will receive a personalized quote at your complimentary consultation.

No. Arsenault Aesthetics does not accept insurance, so brow lift surgery is self-pay. Because Dr. Brammeier performs the procedure in our office under local anesthetic, you avoid hospital and general anesthesia fees. You will receive a clear, upfront price at your complimentary consultation.

Yes. The area is numbed with a local anesthetic, so you are awake and comfortable throughout the procedure. No sedation or general anesthesia is used. You may feel pressure or tugging, but you should not feel pain. Avoiding general anesthesia means no breathing tube and a gentler recovery.

A brow lift should not hurt during the procedure, because the local anesthetic numbs the area. Afterward, most patients feel tightness, mild soreness, or a mild headache for the first few days. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as Tylenol, cold compresses, and keeping your head elevated usually keep you comfortable. Avoid ibuprofen and aspirin unless Dr. Brammeier approves them.

Most in-office brow lifts take about one to two hours, depending on the technique and whether eyelid surgery is done at the same time. You go home the same day, and you will need someone to drive you.