Do You Need a Referral for a Brow Lift?

A referral is a recommendation or formal request from another clinician. For an elective brow lift, many people begin by contacting a qualified plastic surgeon directly. The surgeon can assess forehead skin, brow position, eyelid changes, facial movement, medical history, and the result you hope to achieve. A referral may still be requested by a clinic, an insurer, or a healthcare system before consultation or treatment.

Ask the clinic whether self-booking is accepted and whether a referral letter, medical records, or medication list is needed. Confirm who will perform the procedure and whether the consultation is with the operating surgeon. Tell the team about previous facial procedures, eye conditions, bleeding problems, allergies, and medicines that affect clotting. Bring a clear description of the concern, such as a low brow or forehead heaviness, rather than assuming surgery is the only option.

Arrange a medical assessment before an elective consultation if brow or eyelid drooping appeared suddenly, affects one side, changes vision, or comes with facial weakness, severe headache, or other new neurological symptoms. Those features need prompt assessment because they are not routine cosmetic concerns. For a gradual change, book a planned evaluation and mention any vision difficulty or eye irritation.

Do I need a referral for this clinic and procedure? Which specialist will assess and perform the brow lift? Could eyelid treatment, a nonsurgical option, or observation address my concern? What medical information should I provide before the consultation?