Endoscopic Brow Lift in Dubai
(Forehead Lift)
Brow Lift Before and After
An endoscopic brow lift in Dubai raises brows that have dropped, softens the lines across the forehead and between the brows, and takes the heavy, hooded look off the upper eyelids. At Blue Angel Polyclinic it is performed by Dr. Kamran As’adi through three to five small cuts hidden behind the hairline, using a thin camera.
With no long scalp cut, healing is usually quicker than with an open forehead lift, and the small scars sit in the hair.
The photos here are of the clinic's brow lift patients, seen from the front. Every face is different, so treat them as a guide, not a promise of your own result.
What Is an Endoscopic Brow Lift?
With age, the forehead skin and the tissue beneath it slowly descend. The brows sit lower, their outer ends droop and a fold of skin gathers over the upper eyelid. Many people raise their brows all day without noticing, just to keep the eyes open, and this deepens the lines across the forehead.
In an endoscopic brow lift, the surgeon makes a few short cuts behind the hairline and passes a thin camera and fine instruments under the forehead. On a screen he can see the bands that hold the brow down and release them with precision. The forehead and brows are then lifted to a natural height and held there while they heal in place.
Through the same cuts, the frown muscles between the brows can be weakened. This softens the vertical frown lines and the tired or cross look they give.
The aim is a brow that sits where it did years ago, not a raised, surprised arch. Height and shape are planned on your face before surgery, with attention to symmetry and your hairline.
Brow Lift Techniques
There is more than one way to lift the brows, and the right one depends on your hairline, how much lift you need and where the droop is.
Endoscopic Brow Lift
Three to five short cuts behind the hairline and a camera. It lifts the whole brow and forehead, can treat frown lines and leaves small hidden scars. It suits most people with a normal or low hairline, and it is the technique this page describes.
Temporal or Outer Brow Lift
Short cuts in the hair at the temples lift only the outer part of the brow. It helps a drooping brow tail and crow's feet, but does not smooth the central forehead or frown lines.
Hairline Brow Lift
A cut along the front hairline lifts the brows and can shorten a very high forehead at the same time. The scar at the hairline is longer and numbness can be greater, so it is kept for people with a very high forehead.
Endoscopic Brow Lift Procedure, Step by Step
The operation itself is short. Most of the work is in the planning before the day.
Step 1 – Consultation and brow assessment
Dr. Kamran checks the height and shape of each brow, your hairline, the forehead lines and the upper lids, and whether the heaviness comes from the brow, the eyelid skin or both. He shows you in the mirror how much lift looks natural on your face. You receive a personal quote on WhatsApp after this visit.
Step 2 – Before surgery
You have the health checks and tests your surgeon asks for. Stop smoking, and pause blood-thinning medicines only as advised. Plan for someone to take you home and stay with you the first night.
Step 3 – Anaesthesia and small incisions
The lift is done under local anaesthesia with sedation or under general anaesthesia, chosen for your case. Three to five short cuts are made behind the hairline.
Step 4 – Release and lift under camera
Guided by the camera, the surgeon frees the forehead tissue, releases the bands holding the brows down, weakens the frown muscles if needed and lifts the brow to its planned height. The tissue is fixed in place and the cuts are closed. On its own, the operation often takes about 45 minutes.
Step 5 – Aftercare and follow-up
You rest with your head raised, using cold packs as advised. The small incisions are checked at your follow-up visit, and Dr. Kamran sees you again as the brows settle.
Brow Lift Results
Right after surgery the brows can sit a little high and the forehead looks swollen. This is expected, and the brows settle towards their planned height over the first weeks.
Much of the change shows once the swelling has gone, often within two to three weeks. The final result is usually seen after several months, when the forehead has fully softened. The eyes look more open, the upper lids less heavy and the forehead smoother.
Results of an endoscopic brow lift are long-lasting, though ageing continues. Sun protection, not smoking and a steady weight help the result hold.
Brow Lift Recovery: The First Weeks
Your surgeon will give you your own aftercare plan, but this is the usual pattern:
- The first two or three days. The forehead feels tight and may ache a little. Keep your head raised, including when you sleep, to help the swelling go down.
- The first week. Swelling and bruising are most visible and can drift down towards the eyes. The small incisions are checked at your follow-up visit.
- One to two weeks. Most of the swelling and bruising settles, and many people go back to work and social plans.
- The weeks after. Numbness or tingling on the scalp is common and usually fades slowly. Ask your surgeon before you restart hard exercise.
Gentle hair washing is usually allowed after the first few days, once the incisions have started to heal. Leave hair colouring and hot styling tools until Dr. Kamran agrees.
Who Is a Good Candidate for a Brow Lift?
A brow lift may suit you if:
- Your brows have dropped low or flat over the eyes
- The outer ends of your brows droop, giving a tired or sad look
- Your upper lids look heavy partly because the brows have come down
- You have deep lines across the forehead from raising your brows all day
- You have frown lines between the brows that return quickly after injections
- You are in good general health and do not smoke, or are ready to stop
If the heaviness comes mainly from extra eyelid skin, eyelid surgery may be the better choice, and some people need both. A lift is not advised for brows that naturally sit low. For men, the hairline and any hair loss are taken into account when planning the cuts.
Brow Lift Risks
Swelling, bruising, tightness and some numbness of the forehead and scalp are expected. Less common risks include bleeding, infection, visible scarring, hair thinning near the incisions, brows that sit slightly uneven or higher than planned, and itching while the nerves recover. Rarely, the nerve that raises the brow is weakened, which usually improves over time.
Tell your surgeon if you smoke, take blood thinners, have a bleeding problem or dry eyes, or have had eyelid surgery before. Your surgeon will explain each risk clearly before surgery.
Your Surgeon
Your brow lift is performed by Dr. Kamran As’adi, an aesthetic plastic surgeon with 24 years of experience in aesthetic and plastic surgery. Endoscopic forehead and mid-face lift is one of his areas of expertise.
He completed his residency in Iran and a postgraduate fellowship in Aesthetic and Craniofacial Surgery in the USA and France. He is a Professor of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery and has trained many plastic surgeons.
Dr. Kamran is an active member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), and an active member and former National Secretary for Iran of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS). His papers have appeared in plastic surgery journals in the US and Europe, including PRS, ASJ and APS.
Why Choose Blue Angel Polyclinic in Dubai?
- One surgeon throughout. Dr. Kamran As’adi sees you at the consultation, performs the operation and follows your recovery.
- A plan for your face. What is done, and how much, is decided after an examination, not picked from a package.
- Straight answers. If surgery is not the right step for you yet, you will be told, along with the reason.
- A clear quote. There is no price list. You receive a personal quote on WhatsApp after your consultation, covering your full plan.
- Easy to reach. Questions on WhatsApp at +971 52 699 3843 before and after surgery, at 181A Al Wasl Road, Al Bada'a, Dubai, Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 7pm.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a brow lift cost in Dubai?
There is no fixed price. The cost depends on how much lift you need, the type of anaesthesia, whether anything else is done at the same time and your aftercare. Dr. Kamran assesses your brows first and then sends you a personal quote on WhatsApp.
How long is brow lift recovery?
Most swelling and bruising settles within one to two weeks, and many people go back to work in that time. Scalp numbness can take longer to fade, and the final result shows after several months.
How long does a brow lift last?
The result is long-lasting, as the brow heals in its new position. Ageing continues, and sun protection and not smoking help the result hold.
Is a brow lift painful?
Most people describe tightness or mild soreness rather than severe pain, and it is usually eased with tablets in the first few days.
Will a brow lift leave scars?
The endoscopic method uses three to five short cuts behind the hairline. The scars are small and sit in the hair, so they are usually hard to see once healed.
Where can I see brow lift before and after photos?
Photos of the clinic's own brow lift patients are shown on this page. At your consultation you can ask Dr. Kamran what change to expect with your brow shape and hairline.
Am I too young for a brow lift?
Age alone does not decide it. Some people have low brows from their 30s because of family traits, while others never need a lift. What matters is where your brows sit and what is causing the heaviness.
When can I wash my hair after a brow lift?
Gentle hair washing is usually allowed after the first few days, once the small incisions have started to heal. Dr. Kamran will tell you when it is safe in your case.
Make an Appointment
Meet the doctor, have your skin assessed with ultrasound, and decide with a clear plan.
- Address
- 181A Al Wasl Road, Al Bada'a, Dubai
- Hours
- Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00AM to 7:00PM
- +971 52 699 3843