Will dramatic weight loss affect an eyebrow lift? (Photo)

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Hi, I'm 20 y/o, 5.7, 270 pounds, and getting the gastric sleeve. I also want to get a brow lift, since my brows are very low and make my eyes look very hooded. That being said, my question is: Should i get the brow lift once i lose a significant amount of weight? Or would the weight loss not affect it? TIA.

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.A Brow lift is related to the anatomy of the face and has no relation to weight loss.  Weight loss will have little effect on the end result of a brow lift. Good luck with your weight loss surgery.

Ross A. Clevens, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. We find that the patient receives the greatest aesthetic outcome when they wait to receive cosmetic until they have reached a stabilized weight. I suggest that you move forward and consult with your board certified facial plastic surgeon to learn more about their treatment plan and recommendation.
Best wishes,

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

Will extreme weight loss affect a brow lift?  no. The brown position is not affected by weight loss.

Peter Lee, MD, FACS · Answer

The position of your eyebrow is primarily a function of the anatomic structures of the forehead and periorbital area, particularly, the ligaments and fascia (muscle covering sheath) in this region.  The position of your eyebrow should not be changed significantly by your weight loss.

Kathleen Waldorf, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello and thank you for posting your question and photo!

Significant weight loss can affect the tissue of your entire body, including your face. Specifically when considering a browlift procedure, the brow position is not likely to change significantly with weight loss as there is not a significant subcutaneous fat component in the upper face/lateral brow area. You could certainly wait to undergo the procedure to be sure, but I would typically counsel my patients that the brow is unlikely to change much after weight loss. The best approach would be to seek a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who has a particular interest in body contouring after weight loss.

Best wishes in your journey!

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