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 Francisco clinics below and request a free consultation.
$4,000–$9,000
per procedure · USD
A general range for San Francisco, rounded for guidance. Confirm exact pricing with each clinic.
Plastic surgeons in San Francisco who list brow lift among their procedures. Tap any surgeon to view details and request a consultation.
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Sieber Plastic Surgery - David Sieber M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in San Francisco, California, rated 5 stars across 212 Google reviews, performing 19 tracked procedures.
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Miguel Delgado, M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in San Francisco, California, rated 4.9 stars across 148 Google reviews, performing 21 tracked procedures.
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The Maas Clinic San Francisco is a plastic surgery practice in San Francisco, California, rated 4.8 stars across 142 Google reviews, performing 24 tracked procedures.
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Larry Fan, MD - 77 Plastic Surgery San Francisco is a plastic surgery practice in San Francisco, California, rated 4.9 stars across 103 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.
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Ethos Plastic Surgery: Ginger Xu, M.D. is a plastic surgery practice in San Francisco, California, rated 4.9 stars across 102 Google reviews, performing 22 tracked procedures.
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Pacific Plastic Surgery Group: Dr. Edward P. Miranda is a plastic surgery practice in San Francisco, California, rated 4.9 stars across 93 Google reviews, performing 23 tracked procedures.
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Raj Dedhia, MD Facial Plastic Surgery is a plastic surgery practice in San Francisco, California, rated 4.9 stars across 85 Google reviews, performing 14 tracked procedures.
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Evan R. Ransom, MD, FACS is a plastic surgery practice in San Francisco, California, rated 4.9 stars across 76 Google reviews, performing 13 tracked procedures.
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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.
One procedure, results typically hold 10 years or more
7 to 10 days of swelling and bruising around the forehead and eyes, most people back at work in about a week
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
11 plastic surgery practices in the San Francisco area list brow lift. From Google Places listings; hours and locations change, so confirm with the practice.
What 11 San Francisco 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.
Techniques named for brow lift: endoscopic brow lift, Temple Brow Lift, Endoscopic brow lift, Temporal brow lift.
An endoscopic brow lift uses a small camera and fine instruments inserted through tiny incisions hidden within the hairline. This allows us to release and elevate the underlying tissues with precision, then secure them in a higher, more youthful position.
Ideal candidates for a brow lift are those with eyebrows that are too low or have lost their natural curve
Brow lift surgery is commonly performed in conjunction with other facial rejuvenation surgeries such as a facelift
A brow lift is a surgical technique that elevates the entire forehead, eyebrows, and redundant skin
A mid-forehead brow lift (forehead lift) generally provides a more cosmetically favorable outcome but is used in most cases in our practice for men with deep forehead lines.
A temporal brow lift focuses specifically on the outer portion of the brows. Through small, well-hidden incisions near the temples, we gently lift the lateral brow to correct hooding and restore a more open, refreshed eye area.
Choosing the right brow lift technique for you will depend largely on the height and shape of your forehead.
There is usually little to no pain after brow lift surgery
A brow lift, or forehead lift, is often combined with an upper or lower blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) or a facelift to achieve a natural look.
There are several variations of a brow lift, including the coronal brow lift, temporal lift, and minimally invasive endoscopic techniques
A brow lift repositions the brows and smooths the forehead, making it ideal for patients with drooping brows, forehead lines, or deep frown lines
The Temple Brow Lift typically uses an endoscopic approach to elevate just the lateral portion, or tail, of the eyebrow.
Having a browlift will not change the shape of the eyes. In the first few days after surgery, when the area is still swollen, the eyes will look puffy and it may be difficult to see their exact shape.
Brow Lift generally runs $4,000–$9,000 per procedure, and each San Francisco 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 Francisco clinics for a personalized quote.
Initial results in 2–4 weeks, with full results developing over 3 months as collagen builds. San Francisco providers typically schedule follow-ups to track progress.
Maintenance schedules vary. Most San Francisco providers recommend periodic refresh sessions every 6–12 months once optimal results are achieved.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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