Endoscopic Brow Lift
As the face ages, the brow descends — contributing to heaviness over the upper eyelids, deepening of forehead lines, and an expression of tiredness or sternness that doesn't reflect the patient's actual mood or personality. A brow lift addresses this at its source by repositioning the brow and the underlying tissues.
Dr. Rafizadeh performs brow lifts under local anesthesia with moderate sedation — an approach he believes makes the procedure less invasive while improving the overall result and shortening recovery. He has mastered facial surgery to the point of achieving the most significant results with the shortest scars and the fastest recovery.
“I have mastered facial surgery over 35 years of experience to the point that I can achieve the most significant results with the shortest scars and the fastest recovery. Doing facial procedures like endoscopic brow lifts under local anesthesia with moderate sedation makes the procedure less invasive, yet improves the overall result.”
Endoscopic vs. Open Brow Lift
The endoscopic brow lift uses 3–5 small incisions hidden within the scalp and a tiny camera to lift and reposition the brow. There is no long ear-to-ear scar. Dr. Rafizadeh also performs an open forehead lift with an incision at the hairline that allows hair to grow through the scar — appropriate for patients who want to reduce the forehead height while lifting the brow simultaneously.
Skin-Only Forehead Lift
For select patients who want to tighten forehead skin without raising the brow, Dr. Rafizadeh can perform a skin-only forehead lift with an incision at the hairline made in such a way as to let the hair grow through the scar. This diminishes forehead wrinkles while preserving the natural brow position. Candidacy is determined during evaluation.
Combination Procedures
The brow lift is frequently combined with a facelift, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), and fat grafting to achieve comprehensive facial rejuvenation. Dr. Rafizadeh will assess which combination makes the most sense for your anatomy and goals.
Recovery Timeline
Days 1–3: Mild swelling and bruising around the forehead and eyes. Rest recommended.
Days 4–7: Sutures or staples removed. Most patients feel comfortable at home.
Week 2: Swelling resolves significantly. Most patients return to work and social activities.
Months 1–3: Final result becomes visible as the brow settles into its new position.
