Brow Lift

With our brow lift, you can turn back the hands of time for a more refreshed and relaxed you.

What is a Brow Lift?

A brow lift is a surgical procedure that lifts the muscle above the brows to make the eyes brighter and more visible. It can create a more youthful appearance without limiting your ability to move your forehead. Our goal with our brow lift procedure is to provide you with a natural-looking lift for a more refreshed you.

The Difference Between Brow, Eyelid, and Facelifts

At Gayoso Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, we deliver the results you want, which is why we offer procedures that can address every section of the face. These procedures include brow lifts, eyelid surgery, and facelifts. If you are dipping your toes into plastic surgery for the first time, it might be difficult to tell the difference between the three. The best way to differentiate between the procedures is through the areas they treat.

No matter which areas you want to treat, we can help you define your self-image to suit your personal beauty standards. If one of these procedures interests you, then discuss your options with your provider. They are here to help you decide which procedures are right for you and your goals.

Brow Lifts

Addresses a heavy brow that comes with age or genetics.

Eyelid Surgery

Alters skin around the eyes to correct wrinkles, loose skin, fat pockets, and hollow sockets.

Facelift

Tightens and lifts the skin from the cheeks down. A facelift often also includes the neck

Why Our Brow Becomes Heavier

As we age, it’s natural for our skin to begin to sag. Often, signs of aging start in the face where the skin is more delicate and more exposed to environmental factors. There are two proteins that contribute to the laxity of our skin: collagen and elastin. Here’s how these proteins can affect your skin as you age.As we age, it’s natural for our skin to begin to sag. Often, signs of aging start in the face where the skin is more delicate and more exposed to environmental factors. There are two proteins that contribute to the laxity of our skin: collagen and elastin. Here’s how these proteins can affect your skin as you age.

Natural Loss of Collagen

Collagen is the protein that’s responsible for giving our skin structure and keeping our skin firm. As we get older, it’s natural for the amount of collagen to decrease which causes our skin to become looser. Other lifestyle and environmental factors can also influence collagen levels over time. That could include smoking, excessive drinking, sun damage, and certain medical conditions. It’s possible to boost your collagen levels with collagen injections, but it won’t treat loose skin, wrinkles, or a heavy brow. To minimize signs of aging, a brow lift is a good option for you to explore.

Elastin Levels Decline Over Time

Like collagen, elastin is another protein that helps maintain a youthful appearance. This protein gives your skin the ability to stretch and bounce back. Elastin, named after its elastic-like quality, is why our skin can reform around us when our bodies change. It is also the reason lungs can expand and contract, blood vessels dilate, and ligaments stretch. Like collagen, it’s natural for elastin levels to decrease over time.

Your Time to Talk, Our Time to Listen

While you get to know us, we want to get to know you too. Before your brow lift, your consultation is your time to tell us about your goals and concerns and ask any questions. Your provider will go through your options and decide the best course of action to achieve the outcome you desire. We put your safety first every step of the way, which is why we need to know about your health. Your provider will discuss your health history, current medications, and past surgeries as these factors could affect your procedure. For your safety, it’s important to answer your provider honestly, as any unknown health issues could impair your recovery.

Brow Lift Procedure

Every plastic surgery practice has its own techniques, which is why there are various types of brow lifts. Some may go into the hairline, some may make incisions from ear to ear, and some may even use a camera. Temporal brow lifts do not alter the hairline, but we do hide our incisions in the hairline near your temple to lift the brow. However, every patient is unique, which means your surgery will be too. We believe an informed patient is an empowered patient, which is why we discuss every step of your brow lift with you at your consultation. After you have your initial consultation with your provider, you will meet with a nurse two to four weeks before your procedure for your first pre-op. There, the nurse will first go over your current medications, health history, and previous surgeries to ensure there are no complications. Then, your nurse will give you your pre and post-op care instructions while also answering any questions you might have.

After your first pre-op with a nurse, you’ll have a second pre-op with your surgeon. They will walk you through your procedure and also answer any other questions or concerns. One common concern we come across for brow lifts is if we need to shave your hair. We do not need to shave or remove any hair to make your brow lift incisions. On the day of surgery, you will be prepped by the OR nurses. You’ll also receive your markings from your surgeon and discuss any reference photos you might have brought. After that, you are ready for surgery.

Our brow lifts are outpatient procedures, so you’ll need someone to take you home and spend at least one night with you. Also following your brow lift, you will have post-ops with your provider. This is so we can track your healing progress and make sure there are no complications while you heal. If you have any questions about your brow lift, we encourage you to ask them! Our providers are here to help you feel comfortable and confident every step of the way.

Procedures Customized to Your Needs

As mentioned, every surgery is customized to fit the patient’s desired outcome. Sometimes, that includes other procedures to address other areas a brow lift can’t. For example, a popular addition with a brow lift is a blepharoplasty. While a brow lift addresses signs of aging around the brows, eyelid surgery can rejuvenate the area around the eyes. At your consultation, you and your provider can discuss if an eyelid surgery and brow lift combination are right for you.

It’s also not uncommon for patients to receive Botox with a brow lift too. While a brow lift may reverse some signs of aging, it can’t prevent aging altogether. Botox can help prevent new wrinkles from forming by relaxing muscles in your targeted area. If you combine surgical and nonsurgical procedures, both our teams will work together to ensure clear communication to provide you with the best experience.

Brow Lift Risks

As with every procedure there are risks, and your provider will educate you on the risks associated with a brow lift at your consultation. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to let us know. We want you to feel confident and comfortable when you take your next steps. Our board-certified plastic surgeons take every precaution to reduce complications and keep you safe.

Recovering After Your Brow Lift

Following your brow lift, you may experience some temporary side effects. It’s common for most patients to have a headache, itchiness, swelling, or some minor bruising following their brow lift. Generally, most patients need one week off work and four weeks before resuming normal activity. After six months, your swelling should be gone and your brow lift should be fully healed, revealing your full results.

Helping You Make a Safe and Informed Decision

At Gayoso Plastic Surgery and MedSpa, we believe in a patient-first approach. That means we listen to what you want. We don’t greet you with preconceived notions about ideal beauty standards or upsell you with extra procedures. Our job is to provide you with expert guidance and knowledge to help you make a safe and informed decision. Whether you are curious about your options, or you are ready to invest in yourself, we are here to be your trusted source for your brow lift. Don’t hesitate to reach out to us to learn more about our services.

Suzette DeGrazia

November 13, 2023.

Really great Halo experience from Jessica. Everything from the pre work with hydrating facial and nectar lotion to the day of treatment far exceeded my expectations. I had the exosomes applied post treatment and this was the real game changer! I was on zoom calls the very next day for work. The exosomes almost completely eliminated the redness and swelling I had with previous Halos. I developed all the mends as expected and now my skin is glowing!

Julia Bernal

October 30, 2023.

It is a wonderful place where everyone is very professional and friendly. They understand my needs very well and left me satisfied and happy with the results.

Brianna Freeman

October 20, 2023.

I was extremely nervous going into my consultation but Dr. Beninger & his nurse were extremely welcoming! They both took the time to really listen to my concerns & wants for my results and set realistic expectations of what to expect. Surgery is scheduled for December but I honestly feel so at ease because I feel so confident in them as a team!!

Donna Stutts

October 2, 2023.

It took me a long time to write this review... I had 2 procedures with Dr. Benniger (Dr. B) 3 months ago. My breast lift after surgery looked amazing. The perfect shape, perkiness; the nipples the exact size I asked for, the cut lines, tiny, but I developed necrosis (black scabs) due to a lack of blood flow to my nipples. I found out this was because of other breast procedures I had before Dr. B and because of my age. Of course, I was disappointed. Everyone wants everything to go perfectly, but Dr. B understood and went out of his way to make the healing process go smoothly. He scheduled extra times to check on me and talked me through. Now 3 months later, my nipples are beautiful and pink and healthy. I wish I had gone to him in the first place so I wouldn’t have ended up with these complications. I also had surgery to take out the fatty deposits under my eyes, which went perfectly and laser resurfacing under my eyes and around my mouth. The recovery of the laser resurfacing was explained to me thoroughly but of course I downplayed it in my mind. My skin peeled for a good 10 days (just like it was supposed to do) and my face was red in some spots for several weeks. Again, all explained to me before the procedure. I absolutely hated the process and said I would never do it again. But now 3 months later, I love love love how my face looks. When I tell people I’m 65 they are stunned. I always said I wouldn’t mind getting old if I could look good. Thank God, Dr. B worked his magic and I’m happy with the results.

Love SeattleRain

September 8, 2023.

This is a wonderful office with kind, caring professionals who make a personal connection with their patients. They listened to me and I felt truly cared for. I received the perfect solutions for the issues I came in with. Best of all - the results of Jessica’s work on me was nothing short of amazing. She is an artist and I am so very happy with my results! Thank you Jessica!

Candis Edwards

September 7, 2023.

I have had excellent care from every person I’ve come into contact with at Gayoso Plastic Surgery. Jessica is absolutely incredible! She helps you look your very best! She also has vast knowledge of all their skincare products as well as skincare treatments to suit one’s individual needs and goals.

Angi Niquette

August 16, 2023.

Everyone at Gayoso has been incredibly professional and personable. They take the time to make sure you are completely comfortable and that all of your questions have been addressed. Dr. Beninger also takes the time to alleviate any concerns and questions. I'm very happy that I chose their facility. Two thumbs way way up! Update: My 6 month post op was great. The "girls" look and feel great!

Brook Bobo

August 8, 2023.

It’s been almost 2 years since my procedure/s and I’d never trust anyone more than Dr. G… he takes pride, and your appointments are never rushed. He takes the time to talk to you, one of his nurses Nichole is now a friend of mine, she made sure I had everything I needed, all my questions answered… even in crazy hours of the night. If you’re contemplating between doctors, look no further because Dr. Gayoso is one of a kind.. and your only regret will be that you didn’t pick up the phone sooner! I will now be returning for skin care- and mind you I will be traveling two hours because I have that great of a relationship with this office and couldn’t imagine going anywhere else. It’s worth it!