Face · Abu Dhabi & Dubai
Eyebrow Lift
Medically reviewed by Dr. Paulo Michels, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon· Updated 18 July 2026
An eyebrow lift is a cosmetic procedure that elevates or repositions sagging eyebrows to rejuvenate the upper face. Performed by Dr. Paulo Michels in Abu Dhabi, techniques range from thread suspension to endoscopic lifting, take 30 minutes to 2 hours, and are often combined with a facelift or blepharoplasty for overall facial harmony.
The eyes frame every expression — and when the brow descends, the whole upper face can look tired or heavy. An eyebrow lift is a safe and effective cosmetic procedure that rejuvenates the upper face by elevating or repositioning the eyebrows. Dr. Paulo Michels frequently combines it with a facelift or blepharoplasty to enhance overall facial harmony, always aiming for a rested, natural look — never overdone.
Who is an eyebrow lift recommended for?
- Suitable for both men and women
- Typically performed on patients between 40 and 60 years old to address the natural effects of ageing
- Younger patients may undergo the procedure if early eyebrow sagging occurs due to genetics, sun exposure or other factors
Which techniques does Dr. Paulo Michels use?
There is no single eyebrow lift — the technique is personalised to your anatomy and the degree of sagging.
| Technique | How it works |
|---|---|
| Suspension with threads | Four minimal incisions per side (two above the eyebrow, two hidden in the scalp); threads lift the eyebrows along the path of the incision. Less invasive; results may be temporary. |
| Skin resection above the eyebrows | Small incision at the side and top of the eyebrows; excess skin is removed, raising the brow. The scar is discreetly hidden in the hairline. |
| Endoscopic eyebrow lift | Three to five small scalp incisions (0.5–1.0 cm) with a camera inserted; the frontal area is detached and the eyebrows are repositioned naturally using threads. |
| Open frontoplasty | Bilateral scalp incision with detachment of the frontal area; the eyebrows are lifted through traction and tissue resection. |
How long does the surgery take?
Depending on the technique, surgery lasts between 30 minutes and 2 hours. Patients are usually discharged the same day, although the hospital stay may vary with the type of anaesthesia.
How should I prepare for surgery?
- Complete all tests requested by the surgeon
- Stop smoking 15–30 days before surgery
- Adjust routine medications as advised
- Avoid medications or natural supplements that affect clotting
- Avoid alcohol and fatty foods the day before surgery, and fast for 10 hours prior
What is the recovery like?
- Rest in bed or a reclined position, keeping the head elevated for the first five days
- Dressings are removed 1–2 days after surgery
- Stitches are removed 7–10 days post-surgery
- Bathing is allowed from the day after surgery; wounds must be carefully cleaned
- Routine activities may resume after 24 hours, respecting the restrictions advised by the surgeon
Questions, answered
Eyebrow Lift in Abu Dhabi — your questions
Who is an eyebrow lift recommended for?+
The procedure suits both men and women, and is typically performed between the ages of 40 and 60 to address the natural effects of ageing. Younger patients may also be candidates if early eyebrow sagging occurs due to genetics, sun exposure or other factors.
What eyebrow lift techniques are available?+
Dr. Paulo Michels selects from four approaches: suspension with threads, skin resection above the eyebrows, endoscopic eyebrow lift, and open frontoplasty. The right technique depends on the degree of sagging and the result you are looking for, assessed at consultation.
How long does eyebrow lift surgery take?+
Between 30 minutes and 2 hours, depending on the technique. Most patients are discharged the same day, although this may vary with the type of anaesthesia used.
Can an eyebrow lift be combined with other procedures?+
Yes. It is often combined with a facelift or blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) to enhance overall facial harmony, treating the brow, eyes and face as one aesthetic unit.
Are thread suspension results permanent?+
Thread suspension is the least invasive option — four minimal incisions per side lift the eyebrows along the path of the threads — but its results may be temporary. Surgical techniques such as skin resection, endoscopic lifting or open frontoplasty offer more definitive repositioning.
How should I prepare for an eyebrow lift?+
Complete all tests requested by the surgeon, stop smoking 15 to 30 days before surgery, adjust routine medications as advised, and avoid medications or natural supplements that affect clotting. Avoid alcohol and fatty foods the day before, and fast for 10 hours prior to surgery.
What is recovery like after an eyebrow lift?+
Rest with your head elevated for the first five days. Dressings are removed 1 to 2 days after surgery and stitches after 7 to 10 days. Bathing is allowed from the day after surgery with careful wound cleaning, and routine activities may resume after 24 hours within the restrictions advised by the surgeon.
Will the scars be visible?+
Incisions are planned to stay discreet. In the skin resection technique the scar is hidden in the hairline, and endoscopic lifting uses only three to five small scalp incisions of 0.5 to 1.0 cm, so marks are concealed within the hair.
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