A brow lift, also called a forehead lift, repositions selected forehead and brow tissues.
A brow lift, also called a forehead lift, repositions selected forehead and brow tissues. It may be considered when brow descent contributes to heaviness around the upper eyelids or when forehead and brow position are part of the concern. Different techniques use different incision patterns, so assessment of the hairline, brow shape and eyelids is important.
This page is general information and contains no prices, no before-and-after promises and no recommendation. Suitability, technique, recovery and travel timing can only be determined after a medical assessment at the authorised health facility.
Published with the written consent of the person shown. Every case is individual: the same technique gives different results in different people, and nothing here is a promise of the outcome you would obtain.
A brow lift repositions selected forehead and brow tissues to address descent in the upper face. The operation may use an endoscopic, hairline, coronal or other limited approach. Technique selection is influenced by forehead height, hairline, brow shape and the relationship between the brow and upper eyelid.
A brow lift may be considered for descended brows, brow asymmetry, heaviness at the outer upper eyelids or forehead changes associated with soft-tissue descent. It does not treat every forehead line and is not interchangeable with eyelid surgery. In some people, apparent upper-eyelid skin excess is partly related to brow position; in others, the eyelid itself is the main issue.
Potential suitability is based on general health, smoking status, hairline position, hair density, forehead length, brow anatomy, eyelid findings, previous facial surgery, medication and expectations. Hairline design matters because some techniques can alter the apparent height of the forehead. The responsible healthcare professional determines whether a brow lift alone or another approach is appropriate.
Before surgery is planned, the medical assessment should review factors that can change technique, safety or aftercare:
The brow, eyelids, forehead length, hairline and asymmetry are assessed together. Photographs and surgical markings may be used for planning.
Intravenous sedation, general anaesthesia or another medically appropriate plan may be selected depending on technique and patient factors.
Endoscopic techniques use several small scalp incisions. Other approaches may use a longer incision within the hair-bearing scalp or near the anterior hairline.
Selected tissues are released and repositioned. The degree and direction of elevation are planned to suit brow anatomy rather than create a fixed or exaggerated shape.
The elevated tissues are secured using the method chosen by the surgical team, and incisions are closed with sutures, clips or another appropriate technique.
Early reviews assess swelling, wound healing, scalp sensation and brow position. Hair washing, exercise and hair-treatment timing are discussed individually.
Swelling and bruising can extend around the forehead and eyes. Scalp sensations such as tightness, itching or numbness can last longer than visible bruising.
| Stage | What may happen |
|---|---|
| First days | Forehead swelling, bruising and tightness are common. Keeping the head elevated may be advised. |
| First 1–2 weeks | Sutures or clips may be reviewed or removed according to technique. Bruising usually becomes less noticeable. |
| Weeks 2–6 | Routine activity generally increases gradually. Strenuous exercise and pressure on healing areas may remain restricted. |
| Following months | Scars mature and temporary numbness or altered scalp sensation may continue to improve. |
Brow lift complications vary with the chosen technique, anatomy and individual healing characteristics.
People travelling to Turkey should plan enough time for assessment, surgery and early wound review. A tight return schedule can be difficult if swelling is greater than expected or if clips, sutures or dressings require review. Flight timing should be confirmed after surgery by the responsible healthcare professional rather than assumed in advance.
We coordinate the journey around the procedure. Every medical step stays with the authorised facility and its healthcare professionals.
| Scope | Organisation | Health facility |
|---|---|---|
| Appointment coordination | Yes | — |
| Transfer and accommodation | Yes | — |
| Interpreting during appointments | Yes | — |
| Medical assessment, diagnosis and the procedure | — | Yes |
| Consent process and medical records | — | Yes |
| Aftercare and follow-up | — | Yes |
HN Health Turkey is an international health tourism intermediary organisation and is not a healthcare provider. Medical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, surgery, prescriptions and follow-up care are carried out by authorised healthcare institutions and qualified healthcare professionals. Information on this page is general and does not replace individual medical advice. Suitability, technique, recovery and travel timing can only be determined after a medical assessment.
These accounts describe the coordination and travel experience only — pickup, communication, interpreting and scheduling. In line with regulation, they do not discuss medical treatment or results.
“From the very first message to the flight home, everything was handled by one coordinator. The airport pickup was on time, the interpreter came to every appointment, and whenever a detail changed we were told in writing within the hour. Travelling abroad for a procedure could have felt overwhelming, but the steady, organised communication kept the whole experience calm and genuinely manageable for us.”
“Everything was on time, every single time, and the communication stayed calm and clear from start to finish. Before we left home the coordinator walked us through the schedule, the transfers and who to contact at each step. Having one organised point of contact for all the arrangements made a foreign trip feel far less daunting than I had expected.”
“They shared the full programme in writing before we travelled, so my husband and I could plan everything around it without any guesswork. Each day was laid out with transfer times and the documents we needed to carry. Whenever we had a question the reply came quickly and in plain language, which made the whole arrangement feel organised and completely transparent.”
“Very well organised from beginning to end, and when a small hotel change came up it was sorted within hours without any fuss. The coordinator kept me updated at every stage and always confirmed the details in writing. I never had to chase anyone for information, which is exactly what you hope for when you are arranging a trip in another country.”
“We travelled as a couple and were nervous about the language and all the logistics involved. As the companion, I was given my own briefing with pickup times, the numbers to call and what to bring. Everything was written down clearly, so at no point did we feel lost or left to work things out on our own in an unfamiliar place.”
“Someone answered every message quickly, even late in the evening, which made a real difference when we were far from home. The team explained each step of the arrangements clearly and never left a question hanging. Knowing there was always a reliable person to reach out to gave us a lot of reassurance throughout the whole trip.”
“The accommodation was a short walk from the facility, and the driver was waiting exactly where they said he would be. Every transfer had been thought through in advance, so we simply followed the plan we had been given. It is the kind of careful organisation that quietly removes all the small worries you would otherwise carry on a trip abroad.”
“What stood out most was the honesty of the whole team. Nobody pushed us towards anything or made promises they couldn't keep. Every question about the process was answered plainly, and when something was for the facility to decide, they told me so directly instead of guessing on their behalf. That straightforwardness is why I felt comfortable throughout.”
“The visa and document checklist they sent ahead of time saved me a great deal of stress. Everything I needed to prepare was listed in one place and explained step by step, so I arrived with all my paperwork in order. Having that kind of clear guidance before departure made the entire journey feel organised and well within my control.”
“Coordinated from door to door, so I always knew exactly who to contact and what the next step would be. The schedule was shared with me early and updated whenever anything shifted, all in clear writing. Having a single organised point of contact for the travel and appointments took the guesswork out of a trip that could easily have been confusing.”
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