Treatment Overview
An Endoscopic Brow Lift is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that lifts sagging eyebrows and smooths forehead wrinkles using small incisions hidden in the hairline. Unlike traditional open brow lifts, this technique uses an endoscope (tiny camera) to guide the surgeon, ensuring precision, minimal scarring, and faster recovery.
In Korea, the Endoscopic Brow Lift is highly popular due to its ability to create a refreshed, youthful look without leaving visible scars. Korean surgeons often combine this lift with upper eyelid or lateral brow procedures to achieve harmonious, natural-looking results.
Purpose & Benefits
- Elevates sagging or drooping eyebrows
- Reduces horizontal forehead lines and frown lines (glabellar wrinkles)
- Opens up the eye area, reducing a tired or aged look
- Provides a subtle “cat eye” or fox-eye effect when tailored laterally
- Minimizes scarring with small, hidden incisions in the hairline
- Offers longer-lasting results compared to Botox or thread lifts
Ideal Candidates
- Patients with drooping eyebrows that make them look tired or angry
- Individuals with forehead wrinkles or deep frown lines
- Patients with asymmetric or low-set brows
- Those who want a natural lift without large incisions
- Younger to middle-aged patients seeking preventive or subtle rejuvenation
Possible Risks & Complications
- Temporary swelling, bruising, or numbness in the forehead and scalp
- Mild itching or tightness during healing
- Rare risks include asymmetry, nerve injury, or infection
- Temporary hair thinning at incision sites (usually resolves)
- Overcorrection or undercorrection (rare with skilled surgeons)
Surgical Techniques Used in Korea
Korean plastic surgeons use advanced minimally invasive methods for Endoscopic Brow Lift:
- Small Incisions: Typically 3–5 tiny incisions hidden in the scalp
- Endoscopic Camera Guidance: Provides high-definition visualization of muscles and tissues
- Muscle Release: Relaxing frown muscles (procerus, corrugator) to smooth wrinkles
- Tissue Lifting & Fixation: Brows are elevated and secured using sutures, screws, or absorbable fixation devices
- Combination Approach: Often combined with temporal brow lift, eyelid surgery, or fat grafting for balanced rejuvenation
Recovery & Aftercare
- Swelling & bruising: 7–10 days
- Stitch or fixation removal: After 1–2 weeks, depending on method
- Return to work: 7–10 days (light activities)
- Full recovery: 3–4 weeks, with continued improvement over 2–3 months
- Avoid heavy lifting, intense exercise, or forehead pressure for 3–4 weeks
- Scar care and sun protection recommended for long-lasting results
Results & Longevity
- Natural, refreshed brow position with a more youthful eye area
- Reduction of forehead wrinkles and frown lines
- More open, lifted eye appearance without looking overdone
- Results typically last 7–10 years, depending on skin quality and aging
- Scars remain nearly invisible, hidden in the hairline
Cost of Endoscopic Brow Lift in Korea
The cost of an Endoscopic Brow Lift in Korea generally ranges from:
- ₩4,000,000 – ₩7,000,000 KRW ($3,100 – $5,400 USD)
- Combination with Upper Eyelid Surgery or Canthoplasty: ₩6,000,000 – ₩10,000,000 KRW ($4,600 – $7,700 USD)
- Premium clinics in Gangnam with top surgeons: ₩8,000,000 – ₩12,000,000 KRW ($6,200 – $9,200 USD)
This remains more affordable compared to the U.S. or Europe, where costs often exceed $8,000 – $12,000 USD.
Popular Clinics in Korea
- ID Hospital – Specializes in endoscopic facial lifting with natural results
- Banobagi Plastic Surgery – Known for scar-minimizing techniques and forehead rejuvenation
- JW Plastic Surgery – Expert in combined brow + eyelid lifting procedures
- View Plastic Surgery – Popular with international patients seeking endoscopic lifts
- Regen Plastic Surgery – Offers advanced fixation methods for longer-lasting outcomes
Summary
An Endoscopic Brow Lift in Korea is a safe, effective, and minimally invasive option for lifting sagging brows, smoothing forehead wrinkles, and opening the eyes. With Korea’s advanced surgical techniques, patients benefit from hidden scars, faster recovery, and long-lasting results. For those seeking natural rejuvenation without the invasiveness of traditional brow lifts, Korea is one of the leading destinations worldwide.
