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Cosmetic Surgery · Durham, North Carolina

Brow Lift (Forehead Lift) in Durham

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 Durham clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Durham

$4,000–$9,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Brow Lift surgeons in Durham

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

Gunn Plastic Surgery Center in Durham

Gunn Plastic Surgery Center

Durham

4.9 (175) · Google

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Gunn Plastic Surgery Center is a plastic surgery practice in Durham, North Carolina, rated 4.9 stars across 175 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery in Durham

H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery

Durham

4.9 (174) · Google

H/K/B Cosmetic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Durham, North Carolina, rated 4.9 stars across 174 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.

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Dane M. Barrett, MD in Durham

Dane M. Barrett, MD

Durham

5.0 (26) · Google

Dane M. Barrett, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Durham, North Carolina, rated 5 stars across 26 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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Keelee MacPhee, M.D. in Durham

Keelee MacPhee, M.D.

Durham

4.7 (40) · Google

Keelee MacPhee, M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in Durham, North Carolina, rated 4.7 stars across 40 Google reviews, performing 12 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Brow Lift providers to Durham

No Durham 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 Durham: the numbers

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

  • Together the 4 with Google reviews hold 415 reviews at an average rating of 4.9; 2 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Durham (3), Chapel Hill (1).
From their own websites

What Durham brow lift practices state about themselves

What 4 Durham 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.

In their words

Gunn Plastic Surgery CenterA facelift procedure can be done alone, or in conjunction with other procedures such as a forehead lift, eyelid surgery, or nose reshaping.
Keelee MacPhee, M.D.Eyelid surgery can be done as a single procedure, or in conjunction with other facial surgery such as a facelift or a brow lift
FAQ

Brow Lift in Durham: common questions

How much does Brow Lift cost in Durham?

Brow Lift generally runs $4,000–$9,000 per procedure, and each Durham 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 Durham clinics for a personalized quote.

When will I see results from Brow Lift?

Initial results in 2–4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. Durham providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.

How long do Brow Lift results last?

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

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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