Endoscopic Forehead Lift Guide | Smooth Your Forehead & Lift Drooping Brows Naturally

If forehead wrinkles and low, sagging brows are making you look tired or angry, the Endoscopic Forehead Lift offers a modern, minimally invasive solution. This advanced surgical technique rejuvenates the upper face by lifting the brow line, smoothing forehead lines, and restoring a refreshed, alert appearance—all with tiny, hidden incisions and faster recovery than traditional brow lifts.

What Is an Endoscopic Forehead Lift?

An Endoscopic Forehead Lift is a minimally invasive cosmetic surgery that lifts the entire forehead and eyebrows using small incisions and a thin camera (endoscope) for precision.

This technique:

  • Elevates drooping brows
  • Smooths deep forehead lines
  • Reduces frown lines between the brows
  • Opens up hooded eyes
  • Creates a more youthful, relaxed expression


Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may be a strong candidate for an endoscopic forehead lift if you:

  • Have low or flat eyebrows
  • See deep horizontal forehead wrinkles or frown lines
  • Have hooded upper eyelids due to brow descent
  • Want natural-looking results with small, hidden scars
  • Are in your 30s to 60s, in good health, and have realistic expectations

This procedure is especially ideal for patients with mild to moderate brow drooping and normal to low hairlines.


Benefits of an Endoscopic Forehead Lift

  • Minimal scarring (tiny incisions hidden in the scalp)
  • Shorter recovery time than traditional coronal lifts
  • Natural repositioning of the brow without a “surprised” look
  • Improved symmetry and eye openness
  • Can be combined with eyelid surgery or Botox
  • Long-lasting results—8 to 12 years or more


How Is It Performed?

  1. Anesthesia: Local with sedation or general
  2. Incisions: 3–5 small cuts hidden behind the hairline
  3. Endoscope Insertion: A small camera is inserted to guide the surgeon
  4. Tissue Lifting: Brow tissues and forehead muscles are gently released and elevated
  5. Fixation: The brows are anchored in a higher position using internal sutures or bioabsorbable devices
  6. Closure: Incisions are closed with fine sutures or staples

Surgery Time: 1.5–2 hours
 Outpatient Procedure: Patients go home the same day


Endoscopic vs Traditional Forehead Lift

FeatureEndoscopic Forehead LiftTraditional (Coronal) LiftIncision SizeTiny (1–2 cm)Long (ear to ear)Scar VisibilityHidden in scalpMay cause numbness or long-term scarringRecovery Time5–10 days10–14+ daysIdeal ForMild to moderate brow sagSevere brow droopingForehead Shortening❌ No✅ Yes (with pretrichial lift)


Recovery Timeline

  • Days 1–3: Swelling and tightness at the forehead or scalp
  • Days 4–7: Stitches or staples removed (if applicable)
  • Day 7–10: Return to light activities or work
  • 2–4 weeks: Bruising resolves; brows settle into final position
  • 3+ months: Scars fully fade into the hairline
Avoid strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and facial pressure during the first 2 weeks.

How Long Do Results Last?

  • 8 to 12 years, depending on age, lifestyle, and genetics
  • Touch-ups with Botox or skin treatments can prolong the effect
  • While aging continues, your brow position remains higher than baseline


Endoscopic Forehead Lift Cost (Estimated)

RegionPrice Range (USD)South Korea₩4M – ₩8M ($3,000 – $6,000)USA / Canada$6,000 – $10,000UK / EU£4,000 – £7,000


Costs vary based on the surgeon's expertise, facility, and whether the lift is combined with blepharoplasty or other treatments.

Can It Be Combined with Other Procedures?

Yes. Common combinations include:

  • Upper Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) – For complete upper eye rejuvenation
  • Temporal Lift or Fox Eye Threading – For enhanced outer brow lift
  • Facelift or Neck Lift – For full-face harmony
  • Laser Resurfacing or Exosome Therapy – For smoother forehead skin
  • Botox or Fillers – For maintenance and fine-tuning


The Endoscopic Forehead Lift is a safe, effective way to rejuvenate the upper face using modern techniques and hidden incisions. Whether you're noticing brow heaviness, forehead creases, or hooded eyes, this lift delivers refreshed, long-lasting results—without the scars and recovery of traditional methods.



Considering an endoscopic forehead lift in Korea?
Clinics in Seoul’s Gangnam district specialize in minimally invasive endoscopic lifting, offering discreet procedures, fast recovery, and concierge care for international patients.

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