A brow lift, also called a forehead lift, surgically corrects signs of upper facial aging, such as a tired, angry, or older appearance even when well-rested. This procedure lifts drooping eyebrows to their natural position and smooths forehead creases and frown lines that skincare or injectables alone can’t fully fix.
Whether your brows have slowly descended with age or you inherited a naturally heavy upper face, Dr. Beth Collins, a double board-certified plastic surgeon with over 25 years of experience in facial rejuvenation, combines surgical skill and technical precision in every brow lift. Her results look refreshed, not artificial, preserving your unique look while reducing the visible signs of time and gravity.
Before / After Gallery
A brow lift creates a subtle yet significant change. Raising eyebrows even a small amount opens up the eye area, reduces signs of aging, and replaces a frown with a more open, warm look. Our gallery shows patients whose faces now reflect their inner energy and optimism, with smoother foreheads, lifted brows, and brighter eyes. These results show Dr. Collins’ approach focuses on enhancing natural beauty, not creating an artificial look. Every face has a story, and these images celebrate the confidence that comes from finally seeing yourself accurately in the mirror.
Treatable Areas
- Sagging or drooping eyebrows that rest heavily over your eyes
- Deep horizontal forehead creases and wrinkles
- Vertical frown lines between the eyebrows (the “11s”)
- Asymmetrical brow positioning creating facial imbalance​
- Hooded upper eyelids caused by descended brow tissue
- Tired, angry, or aged expressions despite feeling energetic
- Loss of natural brow arch definition
- Excess forehead skin contributing to a weighed-down appearance
How Brow Lift Works
Brow lifts with Dr. Collins involve advanced endoscopic techniques with minimal incisions near the hairline. Miniature cameras and instruments allow her to lift and reposition brow tissues, adjusting underlying muscles that create wrinkles. The surgery typically takes one to two hours under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia. After brow elevation, excess forehead skin naturally smooths. Many patients choose to combine their brow lift with eyelid surgery or other facial rejuvenation for a comprehensive upper face transformation. ​
Whether you need surgical precision, metabolic wellness, or non-surgical refinement, we look at the big picture. Let’s design a unified treatment plan that addresses your health and beauty under one roof.
Results You’ll Love
- Eyebrows positioned at a more youthful height that opens and brightens your entire eye area
- A smoother forehead with dramatically reduced horizontal creases and wrinkles
- Softened or eliminated frown lines between your brows for a friendlier resting expression
- Improved peripheral vision if heavy brows were obscuring your upper field of sight
- Restoration of the natural feminine arch or masculine strength in your brow shape
- A refreshed, approachable appearance that reflects how vibrant you feel inside
- Balanced, symmetrical eyebrows that create facial harmony
- Long-lasting correction that significantly outlasts injectable treatments like Botox
Are You a Candidate for Brow Lift?
- Your eyebrows have descended, creating a hooded or heavy appearance over your eyes
- You notice deep forehead wrinkles or permanent frown lines that make you look stern
- People frequently ask if you’re tired, angry, or upset when you feel perfectly fine
- Your sagging brows interfere with your peripheral vision or make applying eye makeup difficult
- Injectables like Botox provide only temporary, incomplete improvement to your concerns
- You desire long-term correction rather than treatments requiring ongoing maintenance
- You’re in good overall health and have realistic expectations about surgical outcomes​
- You’re ready for a transformational procedure that addresses structural aging, not just surface concerns
Why Choose The Collins Center
- Over 25+ years specializing in facial rejuvenation and cosmetic surgery. Dr. Collins has performed hundreds of facial procedures, developing the refined aesthetic judgment that ensures natural-looking brow lift results that enhance rather than alter your appearance.​
- Fellowship-trained at Emory University, one of America’s premier plastic surgery programs. Dr. Collins’ advanced training provides her with the technical mastery required for precise, minimally invasive facial procedures.
- Clinical instructor at Yale setting standards for surgical excellence. Dr. Collins trains surgical residents in advanced techniques, reflecting the medical community’s recognition of her exceptional skill and commitment to patient safety.
- Nationally recognized educator speaking at prestigious medical conferences. Dr. Collins teaches techniques at the American Society of Plastic Surgery and Women’s Plastic Surgery Conference, demonstrating her expertise in facial rejuvenation surgery.
- Comprehensive aesthetic practice offering coordinated facial rejuvenation. From surgical procedures to advanced laser treatments, injectables, and wellness programs, The Collins Center provides complete care under one physician-led roof.​
FAQs about Brow Lift
How long do brow lift results last?
Brow lift results are long-lasting, typically maintaining for 10 to 15 years or longer. While your face will continue aging naturally, your eyebrows will remain in a more elevated position than they would have without surgery. The procedure essentially resets your facial clock, and most patients never return to their pre-surgery brow position.
What’s the difference between a brow lift and Botox for forehead lines?
Botox temporarily relaxes the muscles that create forehead wrinkles but doesn’t physically lift descended brow tissue. A brow lift surgically repositions your eyebrows and smooths the forehead by addressing the underlying structural causes of aging, not just the symptoms. For patients with significant sagging, surgery provides more comprehensive and permanent correction than injectables alone can achieve.
Can I combine a brow lift with other facial procedures?
Absolutely. Many patients combine brow lift with upper eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) to address both descended brows and excess eyelid skin simultaneously. Pairing procedures allows comprehensive upper face rejuvenation with a single surgery and recovery period. Dr. Collins will assess your facial anatomy and recommend the combination that best serves your aesthetic goals.
What is recovery like after brow lift surgery?
Most patients experience swelling and mild discomfort for the first few days, managed easily with prescribed medication. You can typically return to desk work within 7 to 10 days, though strenuous exercise should wait two to three weeks. Incisions heal within the hairline where they’re virtually invisible, and any temporary numbness along the scalp resolves within several weeks to months.
Will a brow lift make me look surprised or artificial?
Not when performed by an experienced surgeon like Dr. Collins. The goal is creating a refreshed, natural appearance that maintains your unique facial character—not a frozen or overdone look. Dr. Collins carefully customizes your brow position to match your facial proportions, gender, and aesthetic preferences, ensuring results that look like a well-rested version of you.
Will my scars be visible after brow lift surgery?
Dr. Collins uses advanced endoscopic techniques that require only small incisions hidden within your hairline. These tiny access points heal virtually undetectable, especially as your hair grows through and around them. Unlike older brow lift techniques that required ear-to-ear incisions, modern minimally invasive approaches leave minimal visible evidence.
Can a brow lift actually improve my vision?
Yes. For patients whose descended brows create a hooded appearance that obstructs peripheral vision, lifting the brows surgically can expand your visual field. This functional benefit makes brow lift one of the few cosmetic procedures that can genuinely enhance your daily quality of life beyond aesthetics.
Let your face reflect the energy and warmth you carry inside. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Collins at The Collins Center in Guilford or Mystic, CT today.
