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2025.12.03
What is a Forehead Lift? ｜Surgery to correct the “excess” of the forehead and upper eyelid to rejuvenate naturally.
As a board-certified plastic surgeon, I have handled numerous cases involving trauma, reconstruction, and congenital conditions, cultivating precise techniques and deep anatomical understanding. Driven by the desire to deliver the transformative power of beauty—where visible change uplifts the spirit—I pursued a career in cosmetic surgery. My areas of expertise include comprehensive eye treatments, injectable therapies, and anti-sagging procedures. Guided by a commitment to sincerely address each patient's aspirations, I provide meticulously crafted treatments focused on achieving beauty.
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A forehead lift (brow lift) is a surgical procedure that involves making an incision along the hairline or within the hair, removing sagging skin from the forehead to the area below the eyebrows and upper eyelids, and lifting it.
Forehead wrinkles and saggingNot only that,Heaviness of the upper eyelid、Wrinkles between the eyebrows and at the bridge of the nose、Fine wrinkles at the corners of the eyesThis treatment is ideal for those seeking to improve sagging above the eyes, as it can provide broad improvement.
As we age, the skin on the forehead and upper eyelids both begin to sag. As a result, many people experience
• My upper eyelids feel heavy
• Unconsciously raising eyebrows to ensure visibility
• Deep wrinkles etch themselves into the forehead
This is the pattern.
A forehead lift is a fundamental treatment that naturally brightens the overall appearance of the eye area by lifting and repositioning the excess skin and upper eyelid tissue upward.
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■ Points that can be improved with a forehead lift
① Improvement of forehead, glabella, and nasal root wrinkles
A forehead lift removes excess skin from the forehead while simultaneouslyas neededApproach to the frontalis muscle, corrugator supercilii muscle, and procerus muscleIt can also weaken the muscles responsible for causing expression lines.
Horizontal forehead wrinkles / The vertical wrinkle that appears when you furrow your brow / Nasal root wrinkles
For wrinkles such as these,A single surgery can be expected to bring about fundamental improvement.The point is a major advantage.
② Improvement of Upper Eyelid Sagging
The forehead and upper eyelids do not sag “separately,”As a whole, it begins to loosen.That's mostly the case.
A forehead lift lifts the forehead while removing excess skin, simultaneously reducing the drooping of the upper eyelids.
Non-surgical treatments like Botox lifts and hyaluronic acid lifts can provide temporary improvement, but their effects last only a few months to just under a year.
For those seeking long-term stability or “near-permanent effects,” procedures like a forehead liftSurgical root canal treatmentwill be an option.
③ The impression of one's expression becomes softer
A forehead lift involves widely dissecting the skin from the hairline to above the eyebrows, excising the sagging portion, and lifting it.
As a result,Achieving well-balanced eyebrow placement and harmony with the eyes to create a softer expression and more feminine impression.is possible.
④ Adjusting the width of the forehead
「makes the forehead appear wider」「makes your face look long」「I'm concerned about my hairline.For those with this condition, by carefully designing the hairline and adjusting the amount of tissue removed,Make the forehead appear somewhat compactIt is also possible.
However, since it also involves balancing with bone structure and hair volume, an evaluation during the consultation is necessary to determine how much can be changed.
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■ Ideal for people like this
• Deep wrinkles have etched themselves into his forehead
• Wrinkles appear even without making facial expressions
• Heavy upper eyelids
• The double eyelid became unstable
• I feel that Botox and injectable treatments have their limits.
• I want to achieve a significant rejuvenation in one go.
Particularly for those in their 50s to 70s with significant sagging of the forehead and upper eyelids, significant improvement can be expected.
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■ Disadvantages and Precautions
As this procedure involves an incision, scarring may occur.
The naturalness of the hairline, suturing technique, and consideration of hair flow—the surgeon's skill determines the outcome.
Additionally, hair around the incision site may temporarily become thinner, but this typically improves within six months to a year.
Swelling and bruising are unavoidable aspects of recovery time, but since the incision is hidden within the hairline, it may be easier to appear in public compared to surgery on the eyes or nose.
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■ Summary
A forehead lift is not simply a procedure that removes skin from the forehead. It is a surgery that addresses the excess tissue that has developed in the forehead and upper eyelids, repositioning it to restore its natural, appropriate relationship.
Given that the essence of aging changes lies in "forehead and upper eyelid sagging," the forehead lift—which directly addresses these areas—is a highly logical choice for achieving fundamental rejuvenation of the upper face.
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【Profile】
Masataka Fujihashi, MD, Plastic Surgeon
Leveraging expertise as a board-certified plastic surgeon, I offer comprehensive facial cosmetic procedures including eyelid and nose surgery, facial liposuction, thread lifts, and hyaluronic acid injections. From incisional surgeries and revision procedures requiring delicate design to minimally invasive injections and lifts with minimal downtime, I strive to provide treatments tailored to each patient's ideal outcome.
We are dedicated to achieving natural results and minimizing downtime, pursuing medical care that leaves you feeling confident in your choice through sincere consultations.
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【Career】
March 2015: Graduated from the School of Medicine, Showa University
April 2015 Showa University Yokohama Northern Hospital Initial Clinical Training
April 2017 Showa University Hospital Department of Plastic Surgery
October 2017 Maebashi Red Cross Hospital Plastic Surgery / Cosmetic Surgery
April 2019 Nishio Municipal Hospital Plastic Surgery Department
April 2020 Showa University Fujigaoka Hospital Plastic Surgery Department
November 2020 Ota Nishinouchi Hospital Plastic Surgery / Cosmetic Surgery
July 2022 Tokyo Rosai Hospital Plastic Surgery / Cosmetic Surgery Department Head
July 2022: R.O.clinic (Part-time), Kusano Taro Clinic (Part-time)
April 2024 Deputy Director, Ginza TA Clinic
November 2025 BIANCA CLINIC
【Professional Affiliations and Qualifications】
Japanese Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Member of the Japanese Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (JSAPS)
Member of the Japanese Society of Aesthetic Surgery (JSAS)
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