A brow lift, also known as a forehead lift or forehead rejuvenation, is a cosmetic procedure to raise the brows. A brow lift improves the appearance of the forehead, the brow and the area around the eyes by raising the soft tissue and skin of the forehead and brow. You might choose to have a brow lift if you have a low, sagging brow or brow asymmetry. A brow lift might also boost your self-confidence. A brow lift can be done alone or with other facial procedures, such as eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) or a face-lift. The procedure can be done awake or asleep. A small incision is made above the gumline of the upper teeth under each cheek. Patients may expect 3-5 days of swelling in the cheeks. Dr. Most uses absorbable sutures that do not need to be removed.