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Brow Lift (Forehead Lift) in Chicago

Surgery that raises a descended brow to its natural position, opening the upper eye area and softening the tired or stern look that heavy brows create. Compare Chicago clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Chicago

$4,000–$9,000

per procedure · USD

A general range for Chicago, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.

Surgeon directory

Brow Lift surgeons in Chicago

Plastic surgeons in Chicago who list brow lift among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.

Sammy Sinno, MD in Chicago

Sammy Sinno, MD

Chicago

5.0 (235) · Google

Financing available

Sammy Sinno, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Chicago, Illinois, rated 5 stars across 235 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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Chicago Institute of Plastic Surgery in Chicago

Chicago Institute of Plastic Surgery

Chicago

4.8 (387) · Google

Chicago Institute of Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.8 stars across 387 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.

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John Kim, MD, FACS in Chicago

John Kim, MD, FACS

Chicago

4.9 (234) · Google

Financing available

John Kim, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 234 Google reviews, performing 16 tracked procedures.

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The Few Institute in Chicago

The Few Institute

Chicago

4.9 (198) · Google

Financing available

The Few Institute is a plastic surgery practice in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 198 Google reviews, performing 9 tracked procedures.

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Shifrin Plastic Surgery in Chicago

Shifrin Plastic Surgery

Chicago

4.9 (173) · Google

Financing available

Shifrin Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Chicago, Illinois, rated 4.9 stars across 173 Google reviews, performing 17 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Brow Lift providers to Chicago

No Chicago clinics list Brow Lift yet. These are the closest cities where providers are available now.

About Brow Lift

Surgery that raises a descended brow to its natural position, opening the upper eye area and softening the tired or stern look that heavy brows create.

Sessions

One procedure, results typically hold 10 years or more

Downtime

7 to 10 days of swelling and bruising around the forehead and eyes, most people back at work in about a week

Good candidate

People whose brows sit low or press onto the upper eyelids, who raise their eyebrows constantly to see or look alert, or whose resting expression reads as tired or angry

  • Lifts the brow itself rather than trimming eyelid skin, treating the actual cause of many hooded eyes
  • Opens the upper eye area and relieves the habit of holding the forehead raised
  • Softens a heavy, stern, or tired resting expression
  • Frequently combined with eyelid surgery for a balanced upper-face result
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At a glance

Brow Lift in Chicago: the numbers

25 plastic surgery practices in the Chicago area list brow lift. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.

  • Together the 25 with Google reviews hold 5,971 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 22 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Chicago (21), Northbrook (2), Niles (1), South Barrington (1).
  • 3 of 25 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What Chicago brow lift practices state about themselves

What 22 Chicago practices that list brow lift say on their own websites (checked September 2026); one that does not mention something may still offer it, so ask at your consultation.

  • 6 of 22 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (3), American Board of Otolaryngology (2), American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2), American Board of Cosmetic Surgery (1)
  • 6 of 22 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 22 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 3 of 22 mention virtual consultations
  • 2 of 22 state a free consultation
  • 2 state a consultation fee, from $100 to $250
  • 2 of 22 mention financing
  • Languages practices say they speak: Spanish (1)
  • 4 of 22 show before-and-after photos on their site

Techniques named for brow lift: temporal brow lifts, Coronal Brow Lift, Endoscopic Brow Lift, Direct Brow Lift, Lateral brow lift, Trichophytic browlift, Pantyhose Brow Lift, Gliding Brow Lift.

In their words

Sammy Sinno, MD18 months and 1 week post-op temporal brow lift and upper blepharoplasty. Performed in the office under oral sedation.
Chicago Institute of Plastic SurgeryBrow lifts can also be combined with eyelid surgery, facial fillers, or forehead rejuvenation for an overall refreshed appearance.
John Kim, MD, FACSA brow lift in combination with eyelid surgery can rejuvenate your overall facial appearance.
Shifrin Plastic SurgeryMany people considering Blepharoplasty also may be good candidates for a browlift or facelift procedure.
Dr. Otto Placik | Chicago Plastic SurgeonDr. Placik may recommend combining a brow lift with additional procedures like eyelid surgery to help restore a more youthful look to the eye area, or a facelift for skin laxity and advanced signs of aging through the lower face, neck and jowls.
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John Kim, MD, FACSDr. Kim performs his brow lift surgeries using two different surgical strategies. The first is called an Endoscopic Brow Lift, and the second is known as a Coronal Brow Lift.
Shifrin Plastic SurgeryFor more extensive rejuvenation of the eye area, women and men thinking about having a brow lift also may want to consider a blepharoplasty or eyelid lift.
Dr. Otto Placik | Chicago Plastic SurgeonThe Direct Brow Lift : This incision Is placed directly above the eyebrow.
Michael Horn Plastic Surgery & Med SpaTypically performed on our patients over the age of 40, the brow lift (or forehead lift) procedure can produce a soft, smooth, rejuvenated look for our Chicago brow lift clients. The procedure is an outpatient surgery requiring local anesthetic with sedation or general anesthesia.Dr. Horn can discuss brow lift options with you to ensure that the procedure is tailored to your goals. Often, scars from the procedure can be discreetly hidden in the hairline
The Few InstituteA brow lift can be performed in 2 ways: Using a less-invasive approach through the upper eyelid to lift the brow or with a the more invasive endoscopic brow lift.Traditional Endoscopic Brow Lift – Several small incisions are made and hidden in the hair through which small endoscopes are placed underneath the skin.
Dr. Paul PhelpsA brow lift can be performed alone or in conjunction with other facial surgeries like eyelid surgery or facelift for comprehensive rejuvenation.
Anil Shah, MD, FACSDr. Shah’s approach to brow lifting is to lift the brows in a natural position so that the eyes look more open and less tired.The trichophytic browlift makes an incision within the fine hair of the anterior hairline.
Dr. Benjamin Caughlin, MD, FACS: Double Board Certified Facial Plastic SurgeonThe Gliding Brow Lift treatment is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure designed to rejuvenate and enhance the appearance of the eyebrows and forehead. This innovative technique involves the precise placement of dissolvable threads beneath the skin’s surface to lift and support sagging or drooping brows.This revolutionary procedure combines the artistry of the Gliding Brow Lift with the innovative use of pantyhose to achieve a lifted and rejuvenated brow, enhancing your natural beauty without leaving any scars behind.
Dr. Robert Lukavsky M.D.For a full rejuvenation of the upper face, an eyelid surgery may be performed in conjunction with a custom brow lift .At Gold Coast Plastic Surgery, brow lifts are often performed endoscopically from the temples, an approach that is less invasive, involves shorter incisions, and has a faster recovery time.
Gold Coast Plastic Surgery - George Moynihan, M.D.For a full rejuvenation of the upper face, an eyelid surgery may be performed in conjunction with a custom brow lift .At Gold Coast Plastic Surgery, brow lifts are often performed endoscopically from the temples, an approach that is less invasive, involves shorter incisions, and has a faster recovery time.
FAQ

Brow Lift in Chicago: common questions

How much does Brow Lift cost in Chicago?

Brow Lift generally runs $4,000–$9,000 per procedure, and each Chicago clinic sets its own price. The biggest variables are the provider's experience level and the specific device or product used. Newer technology and senior injectors price at the upper end. Pricing is quoted in US dollars (USD). Request a consultation from any of our listed Chicago clinics for a personalized quote.

How long do Brow Lift results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Chicago providers report 6–18 months of sustained benefit from a full Brow Lift series.

Can I wear makeup after Brow Lift?

Most patients wait 24 hours before applying makeup to avoid irritation on freshly-treated skin.

How much does a brow lift cost?

Nationally, $4,000 to $9,000 including surgeon, anesthesia, and facility. Endoscopic lifts through small incisions in the hairline occupy most of that range. A limited temporal lift addressing only the outer brow runs lower. Combining a brow lift with eyelid surgery is common and costs less than staging the two operations separately.

Do I need a brow lift or eyelid surgery?

This is the central question of the upper face, and plenty of people get the wrong operation. If the fold hanging over your eye is excess lid skin while the brow sits at its normal height, blepharoplasty is the answer. If the brow itself has descended and is pushing the lid down, removing lid skin leaves the heaviness and can pull the brow lower. The mirror test helps, and a surgeon who evaluates both routinely gives the honest answer. Many patients benefit from both together.

Will a brow lift make me look surprised?

The startled look comes from overcorrection, lifting the brow past its natural position, and it was a hazard of older techniques that pulled hard on the forehead. Modern endoscopic lifts reposition the brow to where it sat in your thirties and secure it there. Reviewing a surgeon's results specifically for natural brow position is the practical safeguard.

How does a surgical brow lift compare to Botox or a thread lift?

A Botox brow lift relaxes the muscles that pull the brow down, buying a couple of millimeters for three to four months, and it is a reasonable preview or maintenance tool. Threads lift modestly and fade within a year or so. Surgery repositions the brow by a genuine amount and holds for a decade or more. The non-surgical options serve early or mild descent, and they cannot substitute for surgery once the brow truly sits low.

Where are the incisions?

Endoscopic lifts use three to five incisions under an inch long, hidden behind the hairline, through which the surgeon releases and repositions the brow with a camera. Temporal lifts use small incisions at the temples. Older coronal techniques ran an incision across the top of the head and are now uncommon. Hairline position matters to the plan, so mention any concern about a high forehead in consultation.

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