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Brow Lift (Forehead Lift) in Indianapolis

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 Indianapolis clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Indianapolis

$4,000–$9,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Brow Lift surgeons in Indianapolis

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

Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery in Indianapolis

Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery

Indianapolis

5.0 (303) · Google

Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 5 stars across 303 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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My Plastic Surgery Group in Indianapolis

My Plastic Surgery Group

Indianapolis

4.9 (405) · Google

Financing available

My Plastic Surgery Group is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 4.9 stars across 405 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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Gillian Institute in Indianapolis

Gillian Institute

Indianapolis

4.8 (526) · Google

Financing available

Gillian Institute is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 4.8 stars across 526 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Robey Plastic Surgery & Regenerative Medicine in Indianapolis

Robey Plastic Surgery & Regenerative Medicine

Indianapolis

4.8 (350) · Google

Financing available

Robey Plastic Surgery & Regenerative Medicine is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 4.8 stars across 350 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.

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Emily Hrisomalos MD, Facial Plastic Surgery in Indianapolis

Emily Hrisomalos MD, Facial Plastic Surgery

Indianapolis

5.0 (119) · Google

Financing available

Emily Hrisomalos MD, Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 5 stars across 119 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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Dr. Kimberly Short in Indianapolis

Dr. Kimberly Short

Indianapolis

4.8 (192) · Google

Financing available

Dr. Kimberly Short is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 4.8 stars across 192 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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R. Luke Sturgill, MD in Indianapolis

R. Luke Sturgill, MD

Indianapolis

4.9 (107) · Google

Financing available

R. Luke Sturgill, MD is a plastic surgery practice in Indianapolis, Indiana, rated 4.9 stars across 107 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Brow Lift providers to Indianapolis

No Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis: the numbers

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

  • Together the 13 with Google reviews hold 2,786 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 10 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Indianapolis (7), Carmel (5), Zionsville (1).
  • 1 of 13 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What Indianapolis brow lift practices state about themselves

What 10 Indianapolis 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.

  • 4 of 10 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Surgery (2), American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (1), American Board of Otolaryngology (1)
  • 2 of 10 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 2 of 10 mention virtual consultations
  • 2 of 10 mention financing, naming CareCredit (1), Cherry (1)
  • 1 of 10 show before-and-after photos on their site

Techniques named for brow lift: endoscopic brow lift.

In their words

My Plastic Surgery GroupStandard brow lift surgery techniques may leave a visible scar. However, we offer a specialized technique with a scar concealed in the upper eyelid.
Gillian InstituteDr. Short performs a brow lift on an outpatient basis. Patients are placed under general anesthesia. The procedure takes approximately three hours.
Robey Plastic Surgery & Regenerative MedicineThis minimally invasive brow lifting technique uses several small incisions hidden within the hairline. Dr. Robey inserts a tiny camera (endoscope) and specialized instruments through these incisions
R. Luke Sturgill, MDApproximately 40% of patients who think they need an upper blepharoplasty also benefit from addressing brow position - either with an endoscopic brow lift or a conservative internal browpexy performed through the same incision.
Turkle & AssociatesOur highly skilled team uses an advanced endoscopic technique when performing a brow lift. This approach consists of creating small, hidden incisions along the hairline.
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My Plastic Surgery GroupSwelling in the upper face is common the first 5 days following brow lift surgery.
Gillian InstituteFor some patients, small incisions at or within the hairline are made for the endoscopic brow lift approach.
R. Luke Sturgill, MDAn endoscopic brow lift repositions the brow to its anatomically correct position through small, hidden incisions - restoring the open, refreshed appearance of the upper face without the telltale signs of surgery.
Turkle & AssociatesRecovering from a brow lift is far less intensive than recovering from most other cosmetic surgeries. Most bruising resolves within 2 weeks, and the majority of swelling dissipates within 4 to 6 weeks, revealing your results.
Carmel Cosmetic and Plastic SurgeonsA brow lift can be performed open using a coronal incision or can be performed endoscopically using 3, 4, or 5 short scalp incisions.
Janet Turkle MDOur highly skilled team uses an advanced endoscopic technique when performing a brow lift. This approach consists of creating small, hidden incisions along the hairline.Recovering from a brow lift is far less intensive than recovering from most other cosmetic surgeries. Most bruising resolves within 2 weeks, and the majority of swelling dissipates within 4 to 6 weeks, revealing your results.
Hamilton Facial Plastic SurgeryDr. Hamilton performs a variety of brow lifts, the most common of which is the endoscopic forehead lift. Other types of forehead lifts include pretrichial forehead lifts, midforehead brow lifts, and unilateral brow lifts.An Indianapolis brow lift smooths out forehead wrinkles, softens deep furrows, and helps open up your eyes for a more youthful and refreshed appearance.
Emily Hrisomalos MD, Facial Plastic SurgeryDr. Emily Hrisomalos, customizes each brow lift approach based on facial anatomy, brow position, hairline characteristics, and aesthetic goalsBrow lift surgery works by repositioning the underlying tissues of the forehead to restore the brows to a more youthful, balanced location while maintaining natural facial expression.
FAQ

Brow Lift in Indianapolis: common questions

How much does Brow Lift cost in Indianapolis?

Brow Lift generally runs $4,000–$9,000 per procedure, and each Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis 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. Indianapolis providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.

How often should I get Brow Lift?

Maintenance schedules vary. Most Indianapolis providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6–12 months once optimal results are achieved.

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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