If you’ve noticed your eyes looking tired, it might be your eyelids or it could be a heavy brow. In those people with a heavy or low brow, unknowingly they raise their brows to keep their eyes open which causes wrinkles in their forehead. While there are many ways to address this, the temporoparietal brow lift (often called a lateral or temporal brow lift) is an effective option for many patients.
What is a Temporoparietal Brow Lift?
Unlike a traditional “coronal” lift that requires an ear-to-ear incision, the temporoparietal approach is much less invasive. It focuses on the outer third of the eyebrow—the area that typically sags first. By placing small, discreet incisions within the hair-bearing skin of the temple, the temporoparietal fascia can be lifted and stabilised to provide a subtle yet impactful rejuvenation.
Why It’s a Great Choice for Most People
For the vast majority of patients aged 35 to 60, a full forehead lift is often “overkill.” Here is why the temporal approach is better:
- Natural Results: It avoids the “surprised” look associated with older techniques. It restores the youthful arch of the tail of the brow without freezing the central forehead.
- Less Downtime: Because the procedure is less invasive, most patients return to work within 1 week.
- Hidden Scarring: Incisions are tucked away in the hairline, making them virtually invisible once healed.
- Lower Risk: It can often be performed under local anesthesia or light sedation, reducing the risks and recovery time associated with general anesthesia.
- In combination with a facelift: A tpf brow lift works well with a deep plane facelift.
Refresh Your Expression
A heavy brow can make you look angry or exhausted even when you’re well-rested. By targeting the lateral brow, the temporoparietal lift “opens” the eyes and smooths out crow’s feet, creating a refreshed, approachable expression. It eases the forehead lines and can remove the tension people feel at the front of their heads.