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Combining a facelift with eyelid surgery, a brow lift or fat transfer
Which treatments are combined with a facelift, why, how it changes surgery time, recovery and days in Istanbul.
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New City Clinic · İstanbul
Brow lift in Turkey
An open, rested look when the brows have dropped over the eyes.
forehead lift · endoscopic brow lift · temporal lift
With age, the brows descend and push skin down onto the upper eyelids. A brow lift repositions them at a natural height and softens horizontal forehead lines and frown lines.
It is usually done endoscopically through small incisions in the hairline, or as a temporal lift for the outer brow. It is frequently combined with upper eyelid surgery, because lifting the brow alone or the lid alone can give an incomplete result.
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- Open, rested look
- Hidden scars
- Softer forehead lines
- Pairs well with eyelid surgery
At a glance
| Anaesthesia | General anaesthesia |
|---|---|
| Procedure time | 1.5–2.5 hours |
| Hospital stay | Same day or 1 night |
| Stay in Türkiye | 7 days |
| Back to work | 10 days |
| Back to sport | 4 weeks |
| Final result | 3–6 months |
| Scars | Small incisions in the hairline |
Who is it for?
People whose brows sit low or heavy, especially at the outer end, giving a tired or stern look.
Brow lift and eyelid surgery together
When both the brow and the upper lid are heavy, the surgeon first sets the brow height and then removes only the eyelid skin that is truly in excess. This avoids an overdone, surprised look.
How to tell if your brow has dropped
Stand in front of a mirror, relax your forehead completely and close your eyes, then open them without raising your brows. If your brows sit at or below the bony rim and the upper lids look heavy, the brow is part of the problem.
Many people who think they need eyelid surgery actually need a brow lift, or both. The surgeon at New City Clinic checks this from your photos and in person.
Endoscopic or temporal: the difference
An endoscopic brow lift uses small incisions in the hairline and a camera to release and lift the whole brow. A temporal lift focuses on the outer brow through incisions in the temple hairline, ideal when only the tail of the brow has dropped.
The choice depends on your brow shape, forehead height and hairline. The surgeon explains which suits you.
Brow lift instead of repeated injections
Muscle-relaxing injections can raise the brow slightly and smooth frown lines, but the effect wears off and must be repeated. A brow lift repositions the brow itself for a more lasting change.
Some patients continue light injections afterwards for fine lines. Read more on the official website, newcityclinic.com.
Recovery
Swelling of the forehead and around the eyes for about a week, sometimes moving down to the cheeks. Stitches or clips are removed after 7–10 days.
What you should know
- Swelling and temporary numbness of the scalp
- Slight asymmetry of brow height
- Rarely, hair thinning along the incisions
Every surgical procedure carries risk. Your surgeon will explain the risks that apply to you during the examination.
Your facelift in Istanbul, step by step
- Free assessment: send photos of your face (front, both sides, 45°) and a short health history. A plastic surgeon reviews them.
- Written plan and quote, usually within 24 hours, with the technique, the hospital and the number of days you need.
- Arrival in Istanbul: you are met at the airport and taken to your hotel. A coordinator stays with you throughout.
- Consultation and tests: face-to-face examination with the surgeon, blood tests and anaesthesia assessment. The plan is confirmed.
- Surgery day and one night in hospital, then back to the hotel for recovery with daily coordinator contact.
- Check-ups and stitch removal, then the surgeon clears you to fly. Follow-up continues by photo and video call.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a brow lift cost in Istanbul?
The surgeon prepares a free written quote from your photos, usually within 24 hours.
Will I look surprised?
No. The aim is a natural brow height. Over-lifting is avoided by planning the brow and the eyelids together.
Will a brow lift raise my hairline?
Techniques are chosen to avoid an unwanted change. If your forehead is already high, the surgeon plans incisions accordingly.
Can I still use wrinkle injections after a brow lift?
Yes, once healed. Many people need less of them afterwards.
How long does a brow lift last?
The effect is long-lasting, although natural ageing continues gradually.
Is a brow lift painful?
Most people feel tightness and headache-like discomfort for a few days, controlled with tablets.
Guides on this treatment
Related treatments
Package price: €3,300
Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)
Removes heavy upper lids and lower-lid bags for a fresher look.
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Package price: €3,000
Cat eye surgery (canthoplasty)
Gives the outer corner of the eye a subtle, lifted shape.
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Package price: €3,000
Facelift
Lifts sagging cheeks, jowls and the neck for a natural, rested look.
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New City Clinic operates in private hospitals licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health. The hospital is named in your written quote.
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Free assessment
Get your personal facelift quote
Send us a few details and, if you like, your photos on WhatsApp. A plastic surgeon assesses them free of charge and your written quote usually arrives within 24 hours.
- Free and without obligation
- Reply in English on WhatsApp or e-mail
- All-inclusive package: hotel, transfers, interpreter
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