Brow Lift

Conveniently located to serve the areas of Pittsburgh, PA

A brow lift is a facial rejuvenation procedure that elevates your eyebrows to restore a smoother, more youthful appearance.

Over time, the eyebrows descend, and we compensate by keeping them lifted, which can cause deep forehead lines. (1) A brow lift softens signs of aging in the forehead, turning back the clock with precise techniques.

Dr. Anna Wooten, F.A.C.S., is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Beleza Plastic Surgery. Dr. Wooten specializes in a “gliding” brow lift technique that ensures a seamless, effortlessly natural result.

To get started, please schedule a consultation online. You can also call (412) 877-9388 for our Pittsburgh office or (724) 759-7777 for our Sewickley/Wexford office.

Before and After Photos

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About Brow Lifts

Because facial skin is thinner and more exposed, it is often among the first regions to show visible signs of aging. The forehead is especially susceptible to the effects of gravity and dynamic expressions, often resulting in sagging and deep lines. (2)

With Dr. Wooten’s brow lift, you can experience benefits such as:

  • Softened Signs of Aging: Brow lifts can effectively address wrinkles and sagging.
  • Elevated Brows: Lifting the brows to a more youthful position improves facial proportions and symmetry.
  • Long-Lasting Results: Dr. Wooten’s techniques encourage long-term stability and structural support.
  • Natural-Looking Enhancements: The gliding brow lift technique minimizes scarring, so it will be almost impossible for people to tell you had a procedure—they’ll likely just think you look refreshed!
  • Boosted Confidence: You will likely feel more confident after your brow lift, as you’ll look years younger.
  • Tailored Solutions: Dr. Wooten personalizes each procedure according to unique concerns and natural anatomy.

Candidates

You may be an ideal candidate for a brow lift if you have noticed the development of skin laxity or other visible signs of aging around or between your eyebrows.

To qualify for your procedure, you should be in good general health and maintain realistic expectations regarding your results. You should also be nonsmoking or willing to quit using nicotine. Dr. Wooten will finalize your candidacy during your personal consultation.

Personal Consultation

The first step to revitalizing your eyebrows is attending a personal consultation with Dr. Wooten. During this consultation, she will meet with you individually to discuss each aspect of your treatment. She will discuss what brow lifts entail, and ask about your medical history, personal concerns, and aesthetic goals. She will also perform a physical evaluation to assess your skin quality and facial anatomy.

Dr. Wooten will use this information to create a truly personalized solution for your concerns. She will select the most effective surgical techniques, and she may suggest integrating additional procedures into your treatment plan to enhance your outcomes. As she does this, she will explain each step in detail so that you understand what to expect during and after treatment. Dr. Wooten will also answer any questions you may have, as she wants you to leave feeling informed and excited about your procedure.

If you are ready to schedule this procedure, please contact us online or call your closest office:

Preparation

After scheduling your brow lift, you will need to begin making certain preparations. Dr. Wooten will provide you with a full set of pre-operative instructions to help, which may direct you to:

  • Refrain from Certain Medications: Discontinue using any medications or supplements that contain blood-thinning or antiplatelet properties.
  • Prepare Transportation: Have a trusted friend or relative transport you to and from your appointment.
  • Request Time Away: Prepare to take a step away from your responsibilities and commitments to focus on healing.
  • Fill Your Prescriptions: Before undergoing your procedure, pick up any medications that you may need as you recover.
  • Avoid Substance Use: Refrain from consuming any alcohol or nicotine in the weeks leading up to your procedure.

Procedure

Dr. Wooten performs each brow lift on an outpatient basis. When you arrive for your procedure, she will meet with you one last time to reconfirm each of your desired corrections before cleansing your skin. You will then receive general anesthesia, and once you are comfortable, she will begin performing either the gliding brow lift or the endoscopic brow lift.

Gliding Brow Lift

The gliding brow lift is Dr. Wooten’s specialty. This approach can address sagging brows and visible signs of aging without the excessive visible scarring associated with some traditional techniques.

Dr. Wooten places tiny (2-3 mm) incisions within your hairline to access the underlying structures of your forehead. The incisions will be completely hidden by your hair when they heal.

Through these incisions, Dr. Wooten will meticulously release your ligaments and fibers to elevate your eyebrows to a more youthful position before securing them with temporary fine sutures. Gliding browlifts can be performed at Beleza Plastic Surgery under local anesthesia. This means that patients do not have to ‘go to sleep’ under general anesthesia, which spares them the expense and a trip to the surgery center.

Endoscopic Brow Lift

An endoscopic brow lift uses specialized instruments to delicately reposition eyebrow and forehead structures through small incisions. Endoscopic browlifts are appropriate for patients with moderate to severe laxity. This would be determined during your personal consultation with Dr. Wooten.

During an endoscopic browlift, Dr. Wooten will place three small incisions above the forehead, just beyond the hairline. She will then create another two incisions near the temples, also beyond the hairline. (1) Through these incisions, Dr. Wooten will insert tiny endoscopes (long, thin instruments with cameras) as well as other tools to manipulate internal structures. These help visualize your facial muscles and tissues as she uses the tools to lift your forehead and brow tissues. Sutures will be placed to ensure long-lasting results. Endoscopic browlifts are typically performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure, and patients return to the office for their post-operative care.

Recovery

After your brow lift, you may experience some swelling, bruising, or soreness around the treated areas. These effects will subside on their own as you continue to heal, but you may also manage them with prescribed medications and plenty of rest. You may be ready to return to most of your daily activities after one to two weeks, but you will need to avoid any strenuous tasks until Dr. Wooten clears you to return.

Dr. Wooten will provide you with a full set of detailed recovery instructions to help you care for yourself as you heal. You will attend follow-up appointments at the office so that Dr. Wooten can monitor your healing progress.

Brow Lift Results

You will be able to enjoy the results of your brow lift after you have fully healed. You will notice a refreshed and rejuvenated appearance in your upper face. Dr. Wooten’s patients are often pleased with their stunning results and feel a boost of newfound confidence. Because of Dr. Wooten’s precise techniques, results are long-lasting, with many patients seeing benefits from their procedure for at least 10 years.

To maintain your renewed appearance, Dr. Wooten recommends an effective skincare regimen, appropriate neuromodulator injections, and wearing the proper sun protection whenever you plan to be in the sun. Sun protection means using SPF 30+ every day, and using a hat or other protective clothing when appropriate.

Cost of Brow Lifts in Pittsburgh and Sewickley/Wexford, PA

The cost of your brow lift will vary depending on factors such as the type of brow lift Dr. Wooten performs and the overall complexity of your procedure. Once Dr. Wooten has met with you, she will give you a comprehensive cost estimate for your procedure.

To learn more about our pricing, please schedule a consultation online or call the office closest to you:

FAQ

What aesthetic concerns can a brow lift address?

A brow lift can address descending eyebrows, sagging skin, and other visible signs of aging around the eyebrows and in the forehead.

Who is a good candidate for a brow lift?

Candidates for a brow lift include those who have started to notice drooping eyebrows, sagging skin in the upper face, deep lines in the forehead, and other visible signs of aging around their forehead and brows.

What is the difference between an endoscopic brow lift and a gliding brow lift?

An endoscopic brow lift uses small cameras to visualize the deeper underlying structures and may be more appropriate for someone with moderate to severe laxity. A gliding brow lift places minimal, strategic incisions hidden within the hairline to lift your facial skin, tissues, and muscles upward. The gliding browlift may be more appropriate for patients with mild to moderate laxity. Will my browlift results look natural? Dr. Wooten is often asked whether her browlift results will look natural for patients. Dr. Wooten’s browlift techniques do not result in a “pulled” or overdone appearance. Many patients just look refreshed, like they had a great night’s sleep. Patients’ results may vary/

What brow lift technique will Dr. Wooten use for my procedure?

This depends on your unique case. During your personal consultation, Dr. Wooten will meet with you to assess your medical history, personal goals, skin quality, and facial aging to determine which technique will best suit your concerns.

Can Dr. Wooten integrate other facial procedures into my treatment plan for further rejuvenation?

Yes, Dr. Wooten can integrate other procedures alongside your for further facial rejuvenation. You can discuss this with her during your personal consultation to learn more about your options and receive personalized recommendations based on your desired results. The most common procedures she combines with brow lifts include blepharoplasty, fat transfer to the face, and face & necklifts.

Where are the scars for the brow lift?

Dr. Wooten uses brow lift techniques that completely hide any scarring within the hairline, so you will not have to worry about visible scars on your forehead or temples. Patient results may vary.

References

  1. Raggio BS, Winters R. Endoscopic Brow Lift. Nih.gov. Published June 19, 2025. Accessed April 20, 2026. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK545220/#article-18661.s5
  2. Serhat Şibar, Asiye Uğraş Dikmen, Erdal AI. Long-Term Stability in Endoscopic Brow Lift: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Literature. Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Published online November 1, 2024. doi:https://doi.org/10.1093/asj/sjae225