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Brow Lift (Forehead Lift) in Portland

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 Portland clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in Portland

$4,000–$9,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Brow Lift surgeons in Portland

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

Maine Plastic Surgery Center in Portland

Maine Plastic Surgery Center

Portland

4.9 (434) · Google

Financing available

Maine Plastic Surgery Center is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Maine, rated 4.9 stars across 434 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.

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Bangor Plastic and Hand Surgery in Portland

Bangor Plastic and Hand Surgery

Portland

4.8 (232) · Google

Bangor Plastic and Hand Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Maine, rated 4.8 stars across 232 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.

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Jason Gardenier MD in Portland

Jason Gardenier MD

Portland

4.9 (158) · Google

Financing available

Jason Gardenier MD is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Maine, rated 4.9 stars across 158 Google reviews, performing 20 tracked procedures.

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Plastic & Hand Surgical Associates in Portland

Plastic & Hand Surgical Associates

Portland

4.5 (251) · Google

Financing available

Plastic & Hand Surgical Associates is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Maine, rated 4.5 stars across 251 Google reviews, performing 17 tracked procedures.

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Holland Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics in Portland

Holland Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics

Portland

4.6 (54) · Google

Financing available

Holland Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics is a plastic surgery practice in Portland, Maine, rated 4.6 stars across 54 Google reviews, performing 18 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Brow Lift providers to Portland

No Portland 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 Portland: the numbers

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

  • Together the 5 with Google reviews hold 1,129 reviews at an average rating of 4.7; 4 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: Portland (2), Bangor (1), Falmouth (1), Westbrook (1).
From their own websites

What Portland brow lift practices state about themselves

What 5 Portland 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.

  • 1 of 5 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • 1 of 5 mention financing

Techniques named for brow lift: Short Scar Brow Lift.

In their words

Maine Plastic Surgery CenterBrow lifts can be performed alone or in conjunction with other procedures, such as a facelift or eyelid surgery.
Jason Gardenier MDBrow lifts can be performed alone or in conjunction with other procedures, such as a facelift or eyelid surgery.
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Maine Plastic Surgery CenterShort Scar Brow Lift
Jason Gardenier MDShort Scar Brow Lift
FAQ

Brow Lift in Portland: common questions

How much does Brow Lift cost in Portland?

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

How long do Brow Lift results last?

Results vary by patient, but most Portland 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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