A Forehead Lift is a surgical procedure that removes excess, lax forehead skin to rejuvenate the upper third of the face. By removing the excess skin, the forehead is tightened and the eyebrows are naturally elevated and repositioned, improving brow descent and upper facial heaviness.
Removing excess forehead skin also helps reduce horizontal forehead wrinkles and skin folds, creating a smoother and more youthful forehead contour. The amount of skin removed is carefully determined according to the patient's forehead laxity, hairline, brow position, and facial proportions.
Unlike an endoscopic brow lift, which elevates the eyebrows through small incisions but does not directly remove excess forehead skin, a Forehead Lift can address both forehead skin excess and brow descent. The goal is to achieve a smoother forehead and naturally elevated eyebrows while preserving appropriate facial expression and proportions.
An ideal candidate for a Forehead Lift is a patient with excess or lax forehead skin, forehead wrinkles, and drooping eyebrows who would benefit from removing the excess skin and restoring the position of the brows. A Forehead Lift may be appropriate for patients with:
During consultation, I assess the forehead skin, brow position, hairline, upper eyelids, and overall facial proportions. This helps determine whether a Forehead Lift, Eyebrow Lift, Upper Blepharoplasty, or combination of procedures would best address the underlying cause of upper-facial aging.
Before Surgery:
Before a Forehead Lift, I assess the forehead skin, brow position and shape, hairline, upper eyelids, forehead height, and overall facial proportions. I determine the amount of excess forehead skin and the degree of brow descent to establish the appropriate surgical plan.
Careful preoperative measurements and markings are performed to determine the location of the incision and the amount of forehead skin to be removed. The goal is to achieve appropriate brow elevation and forehead tightening while maintaining natural facial proportions.
Anesthesia:
Depending on the patient's overall health, surgical plan, and extent of the procedure, a Forehead Lift may be performed under local anesthesia, local anesthesia with intravenous sedation, or general anesthesia. The choice of anesthesia is individualized to provide patient safety, comfort, and appropriate conditions throughout surgery.
Procedure:
My preferred Forehead Lift technique involves placing a carefully planned incision within or near the hairline, depending on the patient's anatomy and hairline position. The forehead tissues are elevated, and excess forehead skin is removed to tighten the forehead and naturally elevate the eyebrows.
The amount of skin removed is carefully individualized. By removing excess skin rather than simply pulling the brows upward, the procedure can address both forehead skin laxity and horizontal forehead wrinkles, while simultaneously improving brow position.
The incision is carefully closed with attention to minimizing tension and optimizing scar healing. The exact technique is individualized according to the patient's forehead laxity, hairline, brow position, and facial anatomy.
The cost of a Forehead Lift in the Philippines varies depending on the surgical setting, anesthesia, surgical technique, complexity of the procedure, and what is included in the surgical and hospital fees. For patients considering Forehead Lift surgery in Manila, the total cost depends on the extent of forehead skin excess and whether the procedure is performed under local anesthesia, sedation, or general anesthesia.
Cost of Forehead Lift
Forehead Lift Under Local Anesthesia: ₱90,000*
*When performed under local anesthesia. Postoperative medications and other additional medical expenses are not included.
Forehead Lift Under Sedation: ₱180,000-200,000*
*Hospital-based surgery with anesthesia services. This estimate excludes preoperative laboratory tests, medical clearance, and postoperative medications.
The difference in cost primarily reflects the surgical setting, anesthesia, operating-room and hospital fees, anesthesia services, and complexity of the procedure, rather than simply the surgical technique itself. These prices are provided as a general guide and may change depending on the patient's individual anatomy, surgical plan, and the facilities or services required. A final quotation is provided after consultation and treatment planning.
A Forehead Lift is generally a safe surgical procedure when performed with appropriate patient selection and surgical planning. However, as with any surgery, complications can occur. Most are temporary and improve as the tissues heal, while some may require additional treatment or revision surgery.
Possible complications include:
Careful preoperative assessment of the forehead skin, hairline, brow position, upper eyelids, and facial proportionshelps minimize these risks and allows the surgical technique to be tailored to each patient.
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An Endoscopic Brow Lift elevates the eyebrows through small incisions and does not directly remove excess forehead skin. A Forehead Lift, in contrast, removes excess forehead skin while also improving brow position. This makes a Forehead Lift particularly useful for patients with significant forehead skin laxity and deep horizontal forehead wrinkles. Forehead Lift also provides lasting results compared to an Endoscopic Brow Lift.
Yes. By removing excess and lax forehead skin, a Forehead Lift can reduce horizontal forehead wrinkles and skin folds caused by skin laxity. The degree of improvement depends on the patient's skin quality, amount of excess skin, and individual anatomy.
Yes. Tightening and removing excess forehead skin can naturally elevate and reposition the eyebrows. The amount of brow elevation is carefully planned to maintain a natural brow position and avoid an overly elevated appearance.
The appropriate procedure depends on the cause of upper-eyelid heaviness. If excess eyelid skin is the primary problem, Upper Blepharoplasty may be appropriate. If brow descent and excess forehead skin contribute significantly to the heaviness, a Forehead Lift may address the underlying cause more directly. In some patients, both procedures may be recommended.
A Forehead Lift can reduce the appearance of excessive forehead skin and may alter forehead proportions depending on the incision and amount of skin removed. Surgical planning considers the hairline, forehead height, brow position, and overall facial proportions to maintain a balanced appearance.
Yes. The incision is typically placed within or near the hairline, depending on the patient's anatomy and surgical technique. The scar may initially appear pink or noticeable but generally becomes softer and less visible as it matures over approximately 6–12 months.
A Forehead Lift provides long-lasting improvement by removing excess skin and repositioning the forehead tissues. However, natural aging continues after surgery, and the forehead and eyebrows may gradually change over time.
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