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What is a Brow Lift? 

A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift, is a cosmetic procedure designed to raise the brows and improve the appearance of the forehead, the brow, and the area around the eyes, reducing droopiness, wrinkles, and lines. Dr. Kelly Bolden, FACS, a renowned board-certified plastic surgeon at Cultura Dermatology and Plastic Surgery in Washington, DC, specializes in this procedure and uses advanced techniques to give patients a more youthful and refreshed appearance.

The Benefits of Brow Lift Surgery

A brow lift offers both cosmetic and functional enhancements by elevating the position of the eyebrows and smoothing the forehead. This procedure helps reduce the appearance of forehead wrinkles and fine lines, delivering a more youthful and refreshed look.

• Reduces Forehead Wrinkles by softening deep lines and smoothing the skin across the upper face
• Elevates Drooping Eyebrows to restore a more open, youthful position that better frames the eyes
• Improves Frown Lines by minimizing the vertical creases between the brows, often referred to as “11” lines
• Enhances Eye Appearance by lifting the brow line, which opens up the eye area and makes patients appear more rested and alert

A well-performed brow lift can subtly transform your expression without making you look overdone. It’s often combined with eyelid surgery or non-surgical treatments for complete facial rejuvenation.

Who Is a Good Candidate for a Brow Lift

If you’ve noticed your eyebrows sitting lower than they used to or feel like your expression looks tired or tense, you might be a good fit for a brow lift. This procedure is ideal for people with:

• Sagging or heavy brows that create a hooded look over the upper eyelids
• Deep forehead lines or creases between the eyebrows
• A desire to lift and refresh the upper face without changing their natural expressions

Candidates should be in good overall health, avoid smoking, and have realistic expectations about what surgery can achieve. During your consultation, Dr. Bolden will help determine whether a brow lift or another procedure is the right next step based on your anatomy and goals.

Brow Lift Procedure

A brow lift typically takes about one to two hours and is done under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia. Dr. Kelly Bolden will choose the best technique based on your anatomy and goals, whether that means lifting the entire brow or focusing on specific areas.

During the procedure, small incisions are made either behind the hairline or within the scalp to lift and reposition the brow. The goal is to smooth deep lines, reduce heaviness, and create a refreshed, natural-looking result with minimal visible scarring.

Brow Lift Combination Procedures

To achieve a more balanced and rejuvenated appearance, a brow lift is often performed alongside other facial procedures. Combining treatments can address multiple areas of concern and create more harmonious, natural-looking results.

• Facelift: Often paired with a brow lift to correct signs of aging in the mid to lower face, including sagging skin, jowls, and deep creases.
• Eyelid Surgery: Enhances the benefits of a brow lift by addressing droopy upper lids or under-eye bags, helping to open and refresh the entire eye area.
• Injectables: Neurotoxins like Botox and dermal fillers can enhance and maintain brow lift results by softening fine lines, restoring volume, and refining facial contours.

Why Choose Cultura for Your Brow Lift

Choosing Cultura for your brow lift means working with a team that values precision, personalization, and your comfort every step of the way. We focus on natural-looking results that lift and refresh the upper face without changing your unique expression.

Led by dermatologist Dr. Eliot Battle and board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Kelly M. Bolden, MD, FACS, Cultura takes a collaborative approach to facial rejuvenation. Their combined expertise in surgical technique and skin health allows for beautifully balanced outcomes. Whether you’re addressing deep lines, brow heaviness, or hooded eyelids, you can trust you’re in expert hands.

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Dr. Kelly Bolden

Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon at Cultura Dermatology & Plastic Surgery

In the world of plastic surgery, few names shine as brightly as Dr. Kelly M. Bolden's. A double board-certified plastic surgeon, she has earned a reputation as a compassionate healer, an innovative mind, a dedicated educator, and a tireless advocate for the underserved.