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Brow Lift (Forehead Lift) in San Diego

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 San Diego clinics below and request a free consultation.

Typical cost in San Diego

$4,000–$9,000

per procedure · USD

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

Surgeon directory

Brow Lift surgeons in San Diego

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

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre in San Diego

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre

San Diego

4.9 (699) · Google

La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 699 Google reviews, performing 27 tracked procedures.

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Balikian Facial Plastic Surgery in San Diego

Balikian Facial Plastic Surgery

San Diego

5.0 (278) · Google

Financing available

Balikian Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 5 stars across 278 Google reviews, performing 12 tracked procedures.

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SKY Facial Plastic Surgery in San Diego

SKY Facial Plastic Surgery

San Diego

4.9 (390) · Google

SKY Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 390 Google reviews, performing 12 tracked procedures.

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Jet Medical Tourism® in San Diego

Jet Medical Tourism®

San Diego

4.9 (385) · Google

Jet Medical Tourism® is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 385 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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Belladerma Cosmetic Surgery & Skin Care Center in San Diego

Belladerma Cosmetic Surgery & Skin Care Center

San Diego

4.9 (323) · Google

Financing available

Belladerma Cosmetic Surgery & Skin Care Center is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 323 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.

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Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa in San Diego

Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa

San Diego

4.9 (263) · Google

Financing available

Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 4.9 stars across 263 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.

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Charlie Chen, M.D. in San Diego

Charlie Chen, M.D.

San Diego

5.0 (148) · Google

Financing available

Charlie Chen, M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in San Diego, California, rated 5 stars across 148 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.

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Nearest Brow Lift providers to San Diego

No San Diego 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 San Diego: the numbers

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

  • Together the 24 with Google reviews hold 4,667 reviews at an average rating of 4.8; 15 have 100 or more.
  • Where they are: San Diego (16), Del Mar (3), Coronado (2), La Jolla (2), La Mesa (1).
  • 1 of 24 list Saturday hours on Google.
From their own websites

What San Diego brow lift practices state about themselves

What 20 San Diego 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.

  • 7 of 20 state certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
  • Other boards named: American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2), American Board of Otolaryngology (2), American Board of Surgery (1)
  • 3 of 20 state they are Fellows of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)
  • 1 of 20 state an accredited surgical facility
  • 2 of 20 state a free consultation
  • 1 of 20 mention financing
  • Languages practices say they speak: Mandarin (1), Spanish (1)
  • 7 of 20 show before-and-after photos on their site

Techniques named for brow lift: 4-Point Brow Lift, Temporal Brow Lift, Endoscopic Brow Lift.

In their words

Sadrian Plastic Surgery, Laser & Skin Care Institute of San DiegoMost patients who can benefit from a brow lift are between 40 and 60 years old and in good general health.
Balikian Facial Plastic SurgeryThe temporal brow lift is ideal for addressing sagging at the outer brow and heaviness in the upper eyelids. Often combined with upper eyelid surgery, this procedure provides a more complete upper facial rejuvenation.
SKY Facial Plastic SurgeryAt our practice in San Diego brow lift surgery is commonly performed on an outpatient basis and usually under general anesthesia. The procedure normally takes about one to two hours.
Changes Plastic Surgery & SpaOur brow lifts are outpatient procedures performed under general anesthesia
Golden Triangle Facial Plastic SurgeryGood candidates for endoscopic brow lift include patients with average hairlines and good hair density in the forehead and temple regions.
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Sadrian Plastic Surgery, Laser & Skin Care Institute of San DiegoA brow lift involves a few options for incision placement based on the individual issues of the patient. Very small incisions are made, hidden in the hairline, so they are invisible.
Balikian Facial Plastic SurgeryDr. Balikian's brow lift techniques restore a natural, refreshed appearance by gently lifting the outer brow to reduce heaviness without creating a surprised or overdone look.
Changes Plastic Surgery & SpaIdeal brow lift candidates are healthy, non-smoking adults who are dealing with heaviness, wrinkles, or sagging in the upper face.
Golden Triangle Facial Plastic SurgeryRecovery from endoscopic brow lift is generally rapid, with patients resuming activities within one to two weeks.
Ranch & Coast Plastic Surgery | Dr. Paul Chasanperform this brow lift surgery - patients no longer require an incision from ear to ear, but instead just four small incisions in the scalp less than one inch in length.Endoscopic brow lifting takes about 45 minutes to perform, and most forehead lift patients in Del Mar are up and about and back to their normal routine in a few days.
Dr. Jordan KaplanBrow lifts are often combined with upper eyelid surgeryThe brow lift is probably the most over-recommended procedure by plastic surgeons.
Evolve Aesthetic SurgeryA brow lift is typically performed under sedation or general anesthesia depending upon patient preferences and length of operative time.A brow lift may be performed at the same time as a facelift and/or skin resurfacing procedure.
Charlie Chen, M.D.Dr. Chen has different techniques for a browlift surgery, including endoscopic browlift, temporal browlift, hairline browlift, and coronal browlift.Endoscopic browlift has a quicker recovery and fewer and smaller incisions are made in the hairline.
Coastal Plastic SurgeonsBrow lift surgery repositions the brows and tightens the forehead muscles to relieve pressure on the eyelids.
FAQ

Brow Lift in San Diego: common questions

How much does Brow Lift cost in San Diego?

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

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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