Create an open and fresh look with an eyebrow lift treatment. Using a muscle relaxant, the eyebrows are subtly lifted for a youthful, rested appearance.
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An eyebrow lift is an effective, non-surgical treatment to subtly lift drooping or heavy eyebrows. Due to skin aging and facial expressions, eyebrows can sag over time, leading to a tired or gloomy appearance.
During the treatment, small amounts of botulinum toxin are injected into specific muscles around the eyebrows. This relaxes the muscles that pull the eyebrows down, while the lifting muscles get more room. The result is a natural eyebrow lift and a fresher, more open eye area.
The treatment is fast and virtually painless. No surgery is needed and facial expression remains completely natural. An eyebrow lift is often combined with treatments such as crow's feet or forehead lines for a harmonious overall result.
The treatment starts with a consultation in which the specialist analyzes the position of the eyebrows and muscle activity. Then small amounts of botulinum toxin are injected into the muscles responsible for pulling the eyebrows down. The session usually lasts 10 to 20 minutes and requires no anesthesia.
The eyebrow lift treatment is suitable for adults who:
We never treat during pregnancy or breastfeeding. People with muscle or nerve disorders are advised to seek medical advice first.
Usually no to minimal recovery time; slight redness or small bruises may be visible for a few days but are easily camouflaged.
The effect usually starts within a few hours to 3 days and lasts an average of 3-4 months. With regular treatments, the lifting effect may last longer.
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A non-surgical eyebrow lift uses botulinum toxin (often called Botox®) to gently reposition the brows. The goal isn't to freeze your forehead or erase all expression. Instead, the doctor precisely targets the muscles that pull your eyebrows downward, mainly the corrugator (frown muscle) and the procerus.
By softening that downward pull, your natural forehead muscle (frontalis) can lift the brow without interference. You won't look startled or tight; you'll simply look well-rested, with a brighter eye area. The name “eyebrow lift” describes it well: we lift, we don't stretch. Everything stays in tune with your natural features.
What's more, the treatment is highly customizable. Maybe you only want the outer tail lifted a touch, or you'd prefer a subtle overall elevation. Together we find the approach that suits your anatomy, symmetry, and expressive personality. Your genuine facial expression always comes first.
To see why an eyebrow lift is so effective, it helps to understand the muscular tug-of-war beneath the skin.
During a classic eyebrow lift, we focus on quieting the depressors while preserving frontalis function. It’s a subtle balance: too much product in the frontalis can actually drop the brow; too little relaxation of the depressors yields minimal change. That’s why a doctor’s experience and grasp of facial anatomy matter so much.
A key rule is to lift the tail of the eyebrow just a fraction higher than the rest. This immediately creates an open, refreshed look. Achieving it calls for precise placement of a minimal dose, a matter of millimetres. Dr T. relies on this conservative, layered technique every time. Never too much, never stiff. Your face should tell your story, not the needle’s.
Some situations benefit from an injectable lift, while others may call for a surgical approach. Both have merit, but they start from very different premises.
A non-surgical eyebrow lift works well for mild to moderate drooping, asymmetry, or a tired-looking eye area. Its advantages are clear:
Surgical eyebrow lifting (frontotemporal lift) is more appropriate when there is significant excess skin, deep static wrinkles, or a brow that sags enough to affect vision. The procedure involves general or local anaesthesia, scars hidden in the hairline, and several weeks of recovery. The outcome is more permanent but also more definitive.
For most people, a Botox eyebrow lift is an excellent first step, low-threshold, safe, and remarkably effective for everyday signs of fatigue and ageing. Only if that proves insufficient might a surgical consultation be worth considering. During your appointment with Dr T. you’ll receive honest, personalised advice without commercial pressure.
For whom?
Not everyone has the same reason to consider an eyebrow lift. These are the most common situations in which our patients come to Dr T.
Genetic or age-related, a lower eyebrow position gives a tired, sometimes even stern appearance. A minimal lift can immediately soften that feeling.
Sometimes a drooping eyebrow pushes the skin of the upper eyelid down. A lift can relieve that pressure without immediately needing an eyelid correction.
No knives, no stitches, no long recovery time. A Botox eyebrow lift is one of the most accessible ways to see a change.
A small difference in height or shape can be unconsciously distracting. Botox can precisely correct where needed, without changing the healthy side.
By relaxing the pulling muscles at a younger age (from 35), you slow down the development of deeper frown lines and a permanently drooping look.
Practical
Dr. Thierry De Smedt's practice is centrally located in Ghent, easily accessible from the wider East Flanders region. Whether you come from the city center or the suburbs around Ghent, you'll find us in a quiet, discrete setting with plenty of time for your questions. We combine an academic background with a warm, human approach, which is exactly why clients from all over Belgium trust us for their eyebrow lift. Parking is easy nearby and public transport stops within walking distance.
In a personal consultation, we'll discuss the possibilities tailored to your face and wishes.
